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Interim Head of Finance - Large UK Charity

Michael Page (UK)

London

Hybrid

GBP 100,000 - 125,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established Not For Profit sector player is seeking a dynamic Financial Controller to lead financial management and compliance. This role involves overseeing budgeting, preparing financial reports, and developing policies while mentoring a finance team. The ideal candidate will be a Qualified Accountant with strong leadership and communication skills, ready to make a significant impact in a supportive workplace culture. With the option to work four days a week and a competitive daily salary, this is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the charity sector.

Benefits

Competitive daily salary
Dynamic workplace culture
Option to work 4 days per week
2 days per week in the office

Qualifications

  • Qualified Accountant with proven leadership and charity experience.
  • Strong technical abilities and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee financial management and budgeting for the organisation.
  • Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance and risk management.

Skills

Leadership Skills
Communication Skills
Stakeholder Management
Technical Abilities
Financial Analysis

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA)

Job description

About Our Client

The organisation is a prominent entity in the Not For Profit sector.

Job Description

  • Overseeing the financial management and budgeting of the organisation.
  • Financial Controller responsibilities.
  • Ensuring financial compliance and risk management.
  • Liaising with stakeholders and other departments to ensure financial transparency.
  • Preparing financial reports and statements for board meetings.
  • Developing and implementing financial policies and procedures.
  • Providing financial analysis and forecasting to guide decision-making.
  • Mentoring and developing team members - you will have 3 direct reports.
  • Supporting with onboarding a new external auditor.

The Successful Applicant

A successful applicant will:

  • Be a Qualified Accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA).
  • Have proven leadership skills with experience in managing and uplifting a finance team.
  • Be able to bring on a new external auditor.
  • Have strong technical abilities.
  • Possess excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Have extensive charity experience at the Head of Finance level.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive daily salary of circa £400/day.
  • The chance to lead and make a difference in a large, reputable Not For Profit organisation.
  • A dynamic and supportive workplace culture.
  • Option to work 4 days per week, if preferred.
  • 2 days per week in the office.
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