Job Description

Great Yellow is connecting nature and finance, allowing nature restoration projects to run effectively with long-term capital support.

The world is experiencing rapid environmental degradation as a result of an extractive economic model, making businesses vulnerable as nature declines.

As Great Yellow grows, so do the financial responsibilities behind our work, and we must balance strategic capital planning as a scale-up with precise, day-to-day financial management. We're looking for a

Financial Controller / Accountant

to take ownership of our internal finance operations, reporting, compliance, and bookkeeping.

Responsibilities:

Core finance operations

Oversee the maintenance of daily accounting records, including transactional entries, journals, reconciliations, and internal financial controls Be accountable for the accuracy of financial data and records across entities, in line with statutory requirements and accounting standards Record and reconcile cash transactions (with external support); monitor and manage cash balances and project cash needs based on forecasts Manage accounts payable and receivable (AP/AR), customer and vendor invoice processing and payments in an efficient and cost effective way Monitor financial risk exposure and analyse risks in forecasting Prepare and file statutory financial returns, tax documents, and compliance filings with support from advisors

Internal controls

Ensure that the financial control environment is appropriate for a business of the nature of GY and that it operates effectively

Cash management

Work with principal stakeholders to ensure that banking arrangements and processes are optimal for the business and that cash payments are effected in a controlled, efficient and timely manner

Finance reporting & analysis

Lead the monthly close process and prepare timely management accounts and internal reports LeadSupport business planning and control, providing accurate financial data and decision relevant financial forecasts / budgets Work with principal stakeholders to ensure that financial planning and reporting models (currently Google Sheets and/or Excel) are fit for purpose Analyse trends, KPIs, and provide actionable insights to inform decision-making across teams Prepare documentation and financial statements for internal and external review, including by the board Asses tax impact in planning

Stakeholder engagement and compliance

Coordinate with legal, tax, and audit (when relevant) advisors (when relevant) to ensure readiness and compliance Support investor reporting with financial data and due diligence documentation Ensure finance-related contracts, payments, and vendor relationships are properly administered When relevant, manage the audit process and oversee the implementation of audit recommendations

Commercial process

Support the Commercial team processes and particularly in providing relevant financial information and securing client approval for GY as a supplier Ensure that GY holds necessary, and cost effective, insurance

About You

You have 5-10 years of post-qualification (or considerable in-role) experience in financial management, accounting and controlling - ideally in a fast-paced, mission-driven, or entrepreneurial environment You're detail-oriented and rigorous, with strong practical experience in bookkeeping, financial controls, and internal reporting You hold a recognised accounting qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACA, ACCA) or bring equivalent experience with statutory accounting and compliance You're confident managing monthly closes, preparing financial statements, and supporting audit and tax processes

Bonus if you have experience with; Fundraising or investor reporting requirements, Multi-entity or multi-currency environments

You have excellent spreadsheet skills and are comfortable working with accounting and reporting tools You bring a systems mindset and enjoy building or improving processes and tooling as the organisation grows You're collaborative, proactive, and able to work across teams and communicate clearly with non-finance colleagues

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

APPLY HERE: https://great-yellow.homerun.co/financial-controller-accountant/en

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about finance and looking to make a significant impact within our organisation to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London SW1W 9NF

Reference ID: FC01