Head of Finance

Hays PLC; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Birmingham seeks a Head of Finance to oversee financial management and compliance. This senior role involves leading a finance team, ensuring financial integrity, and strategic planning across UK and international operations. The ideal candidate will have a CCAB/CIMA qualification and experience in the charity sector, with strong leadership and analytical skills. The position offers a salary of up to £63,000 and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing finance functions at a senior level.
• Experience managing and mentoring finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing financial management, reporting, and compliance.
• Leading a team of Finance Business Partners.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Stakeholder Engagement

Interpersonal Skills

Education

CCAB/CIMA Qualification

Tools

Excel

SUN

Job description

Head of Finance - Birmingham - Hybrid - Up to £63k + Benefits

Your new company
Hays are supporting a large international charity that are looking to recruit a Head of Finance based in their Birmingham office. They are looking for professionals with experience within the charity sector and have managed a small team previously.

Your new role
The Head of Finance role is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing financial management, reporting, and compliance across several strategic areas, including international operations, trading, engagement, and charitable activities. The role involves leading a team of Finance Business Partners, supporting budget holders, and ensuring financial integrity through robust reporting, donor compliance, and strategic planning. It requires a qualified finance professional with strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills, capable of navigating complex financial environments both in the UK and internationally.

What you'll need to succeed

• Recognised Finance Qualification: Hold a CCAB/CIMA qualification with evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Senior Leadership Experience: Proven track record in managing finance functions at a senior level across diverse income streams and cost centres.
• Strategic Financial Oversight: Ability to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across UK and international operations.
• Charity Sector Knowledge: Understanding of charity finance regulations, SORP, Gift Aid, and donor compliance (e.g. FCDO grants).
• Team Leadership: Experience managing and mentoring finance teams, including international staff and Finance Business Partners.
• Advanced Reporting Skills: Capable of producing consolidated management and statutory accounts, and presenting to Boards and Committees.
• Systems and Data Proficiency: Skilled in using finance systems (e.g. SUN) and Excel for large data set analysis and reporting.
• Audit and Risk Management: Familiarity with audit processes, fraud prevention, and financial policy development.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to influence and support senior stakeholders across departments.
• Global Financial Operations: Experience managing foreign currency transactions, international transfers, and donor-funded programmes.

What you'll get in return

• Annual salary up to £63,000 + Benefits
• Hybrid working with at least 2 days working from home

What you need to do now
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