Head of Finance

We’re delighted to be supporting our impressive Headington based client in their search for a Temporary Head of Finance. This is a crucial interim role covering for the outgoing postholder and offers an exciting opportunity to lead the finance function in a high-performing, mission-led organisation.

Reporting into the CEO, this assignment requires a qualified Accountant, with proven exposure managing and developing finance teams in the charity sector.

Duties will be largely transactional, demanding recent experience of payroll, VAT, management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting.

Please note, this is a temporary position paid on a weekly PAYE basis. This role will start quickly, so sadly candidates with a lengthy notice period cannot be considered.

Temporary Head of Finance Responsibilities

This position will involve, but will not be limited to:

• Financial oversight through successful monthly reconciliations, quarterly management accounts and KPIs, and cashflow and expenditure forecasting.
• Lead and manage the Finance function and staff.
• Oversee compliance and regulatory responsibilities, including adherence to Charity Commission financial guidelines, and all relevant tax and VAT legislation.
• Management of payroll, Gift Aid, financial systems and controls.
• Support governance and audit processes.
• Collaborate with the CEO and SMT on budget setting, legacy fund administration, and governance.

Temporary Head of Finance Rewards

Alongside a competitive hourly rate, the successful candidate will receive the following benefits:

• Holiday pay
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience in a world-class organisation
• Free on-site parking

The Company

This is a small but ambitious charity. You’ll join a supportive team who are passionate about making a difference.

Temporary Head of Finance Essentials

The client has requested that CVs demonstrate:

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, or CIPFA) with a strong track record in financial management, within the charity/not-for-profit sector
• Strong leadership skills and a track record of successfully managing and developing finance teams
• Strong understanding of day-to-day financial operations, including transactional finance, payroll, VAT, and the production of management accounts, financial KPIs, budgets, and cash flow forecasts
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in using finance systems and Excel for reporting and financial analysis

Location
Based in Headington, this is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. There is parking on site.

Action
Apply today, either online or directly to: HannahBush@allen-associates.co.uk

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