Head of Finance

AD WARRIOR; England; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

A charity organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Finance to lead financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, and payroll. This part-time role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work from home. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management and will work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to ensure sound financial health. Responsibilities include preparing management accounts and overseeing financial processes for the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and reporting for a charity or non-profit.
• Strong understanding of budgets and strategic financial planning.
• Excellent communication skills for working with the CEO and Trustees.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations of the charity, including budgeting and payroll.
• Prepare management accounts and financial reports.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and ensure accurate data entry.
• Manage year-end processes and liaise with auditors.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial Reporting

Payroll Management

Internal Controls

Job description

Head of Finance

Location: Based at their offices in Burpham, Guildford with option to work from home.

Salary: £46,000 - £49,000 (full time equivalent)

Hours of Work: 20-22 hours per week, ideally across four days to support coverage.

Role Overview

The Head of Finance will lead the day-to-day financial operations of the charity, including budgeting, reporting, payroll, and financial governance. The postholder will also line manage the Finance Officer, ensuring effective support for transactional finance tasks and smooth day-to-day processes. Working closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, you will help ensure sound financial management and contribute to strong internal controls and compliance. This is a part-time role, ideal for a finance professional looking to work in a values driven and flexible environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Support the delivery of the Strategic Plan
• Prepare management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and financial reports for the CEO and Trustees
• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor performance against budgets
• Oversee bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and ensure accurate financial data entry
• Manage the year-end process and liaise with external auditors
• Ma...