Key Responsibilities


*Financial Leadership & Management
*Lead long-term financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting
*Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets
*Oversee all accounting functions, including payroll, pensions, and month/year-end close
*Monitor cash flow, reserves, and investments
*Ensure compliance with financial and regulatory requirements
*Lead annual audit and manage external auditor relationships
*Oversee investment management arrangements
* Operations & Organisational Management
*Oversee day-to-day operations and internal controls
*Drive continuous improvement in systems, policies, and processes
*Manage organisational risk, insurance, and compliance
*Oversee IT, facilities, and supplier relationships
*Ensure strong data management and reporting systems
* Human Resources & Administration
*Oversee HR operations, including payroll, benefits, policies, and compliance
*Support workforce planning and organisational design


Candidate Profile


Essential
*Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
*Senior finance leadership experience (FD or Head of Finance level)
*Strong experience in budgeting, reporting, and audit
*Experience working with boards or trustees
*Hands-on approach in a small or medium-sized organisation
Desirable
*Charity or non-profit experience
*Experience overseeing operations, HR, or IT
*Exposure to complex income streams (e.g. restricted funding)
*Systems and process improvement experience