Global Controller
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We are currently recruiting a Global Controller to join our Finance team.
This is a full-time, remote position open to candidates based in the UK. Salary is competitive.
At Relief International, we are committed to building a representative, inclusive and authentic workplace. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from minoritized backgrounds those who bring lived experience of the contexts in which we work.
This role is classified as requiring advanced pre-employment checks.
About Relief International
Relief International is an international non-profit organization that partners with communities impacted by conflict, climate change and disaster to save lives, build greater resilience and promote long-term health and wellbeing. We work in 14 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, providing Health and Nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Education and Livelihoods programming that creates the foundation for community resilience.
About the Opportunity
The Global Controller reports directly to the Global Finance Director (GFD), and functions as a hands-on leader within the Finance team. Your role will be responsible for the UK, France and U.S. based and international accounting, compliance and financial reporting functions within the RI Alliance, with a combined annual budget of $168M funded through government grants/contracts and other international donor funds.
You will provide a high quality, accurate and timely data and analysis for strategic decision support; work collaboratively with the GFD on strategic matters, policies and priorities; and represent Finance in cross-organizational working groups.
Your Responsibilities
This role includes the following responsibilities.
- Leads global income, expenditure reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and management information for senior leadership and the Board.
- Oversees global financial accounting, regulatory compliance (US/UK/France), GAAP adherence, annual financial statements, and automated reporting systems.
- Manages financial controls, policies, procedures, audits, and process improvement initiatives across all regions and entities.
About You
You will bring the following experience and skills.
- Progressive senior finance and accounting experience with proven success in a leadership role with an INGO context
- Qualified Chartered Accountant or ACCA
- Solid understanding and knowledge of UK GAAP and US GAAP/IFRS, and good understanding of French accounting rules is preferred
- Experience working with international donors (as well as USAID) such as FCDO (previously DFID) and the EU
Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs, unless they meet every single requirement. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align with every criteria described, we encourage you to apply anyway, you could be exactly what we need!
How To Apply
To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page.
- You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.
- The cover letter should be two pages, and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.
Closing Date: 31 March 2026.
As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviours outlined in the Code of Conduct.
Recruitment to all roles in Relief International include a criminal records self-declaration, references, and other pre-employment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.
Due to the nature of this role we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and the role might be filled and closed before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged. To apply for this position, you will need to have the right to work in the UK.