Job Description

The Panathlon Foundation charity is seeking a

Financial Controller (FC)

to oversee the charity's finances and support our mission of delivering inclusive sporting opportunities to children with disabilities and special needs across the UK.

This is a flexible, part-time role (2/3 days per week) that can be fully remote, making it ideal for someone seeking meaningful work with a values-driven organisation alongside other commitments.

About Panathlon -

Panathlon is a national charity that gives children with disabilities and special needs the opportunity to engage in competitive sport. Operating in every English County, North and South Wales and Northern Ireland, our work changes lives--helping young people build confidence, develop physical skills, and enjoy the joy of competition.

The Role

As Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day financial management and reporting across the organisation. You'll work closely with the CEO, COO, Fundraising team, and Trustees to ensure financial sustainability, transparency, and strategic insight. You'll also play a key role in budgeting, impact reporting, and funder support.

Key Responsibilities

? Oversee

financial operations

, including payroll, ledgers, reconciliations, and monthly management accounts
? Manage

budgeting and forecasting

, delivering regular financial updates and variance analysis
? Support

impact and KPI reporting

, linking financial data to programme outcomes
? Collaborate on

donor and fundraising reporting

, providing financial analysis for grants and proposals
? Manage

invoicing and income tracking

with schools and partners using Xero
? Support the CEO and Trustees with

governance

, audits, and committee reporting

About YouEssential

? ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified with relevant charity finance experience
? Strong knowledge of

Xero

(essential)
? Experience preparing

management accounts

, budgets, and donor reports
? High attention to detail and strong financial analysis skills

Desirable

? Understanding of

charity finance regulations

, SORP, or grant-based funding
? Experience working with

schools, education and charity sector

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 10,000.00-20,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 16 - 20 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Schedule:

Flexitime Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote

Application deadline: 25/07/2025
Reference ID: Financial Controller