Head of Finance

Age UK Oxfordshire; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Abingdon is seeking a strategic Head of Finance to lead their finance function. The role involves ensuring resource stewardship, enhancing financial clarity, and managing a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will hold a chartered accountant qualification and possess significant senior finance experience. This position offers a salary around £55,000 and various employee benefits including flexible working and a cash health plan.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Charity paid cash health plan

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Flexible working

Charity sick pay

Free on-site parking

Pension scheme

4 x salary life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card entitlement

Qualifications

• Senior finance experience, ideally in the charity or VCSE sector.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to the organization's values.
• Desirable knowledge of governance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and reporting across the organization.
• Ensure operational efficiency in payroll and office management.
• Act as Company Secretary and support governance strategy.
• Manage a small, high-performing finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of charity finance

Education

Chartered accountant status (ICAEW, CIPFA, ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

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Company Description

About Us

We're a local independent charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to live life to the full.

Enabling older people across the county to live life to the full. Age UK Oxfordshire is an independent local charity.

We have over 130 dedicated staff and over 350 volunteers helping us to deliver services and activities for older people in Oxfordshire.

We encourage applications from all candidates to support a more diverse workforce. We are committed to challenging all forms of discrimination and celebrating and promoting diversity throughout our work.

Position

Are you a strategic finance leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a respected local charity?

We're looking for a Head of Finance to lead our finance function, ensure excellent stewardship of resources, and support our long-term sustainability. You'll work closely with the CEO, Treasurer, and leadership team to deliver our 2030 vision, driving financial clarity, compliance, and confidence across the organisation.

What You'll Do:

• Lead financial planning, reporting, and controls across the Age UK Oxfordshire Group
• Deliver accurate, timely management accounts and statutory reporting
• Oversee payroll, office management, and facilities to ensure operational efficiency
• Act as Company Secretary, supporting governance and long-term strategy
• Manage and develop a small, high-performing finance team
• Support cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives

What You'll Bring:

• Chartered accountant status (ICAEW, CIPFA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Senior finance experience, ideally in the charity or VCSE sector
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to our values and mission
• Knowledge of charity finance, governance, and compliance (desirable)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a trusted, forward-thinking charity with a clear appetite for change. If you're ready to lead with integrity and ambition, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us shape a better future for older people and carers in Oxfordshire.

Requirements

Hours: 35 hours a week (0.8 FTE considered)

Salary: circa £55,000 per annum

Closing date for applications: Monday 13th October 9.00 am

Interview: First interview; Wednesday 15th October 2025, Second interview; Tuesday 21st or Wednesday 22nd October 2025

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays. Increasing to 33 days after 5 years continuous service
• Charity paid cash health plan. For employees and dependants (up to age 24)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible working
• Charity sick pay
• Free on-site parking
• Pension scheme
• 4 x salary life insurance (subject to pension scheme membership)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Blue Light Card entitlement

Other information

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a trusted, values-led charity with a clear vision for the future. If you're ready to make a difference and help others thrive, we'd love to hear from you.