Head of Finance

Bayman Atkinson Smythe Ltd; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A charity organization in Lancaster is seeking an Interim Finance Manager to lead the finance function. You will be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and providing strategic advice to senior management. The role involves managing cash flow and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. A daily rate of £200 to £300 is offered with a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Proven people management skills are essential.
• Experience in financial reporting and compliance required.
• Ability to work strategically with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function and ensure accurate reporting.
• Provide strategic advice to the CEO and Board.
• Manage cashflow and develop financial strategies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Act as Company Secretary for statutory returns.

Skills

People management skills

Strategic financial advice

Financial reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

Compliance knowledge

Cashflow management

Job description

Interim Finance Manager - £200 to £300 per day - Lancaster (Hybrid)

Our client is a charity based in Lancaster and our client is looking for an Interim Finance Manager to cover the post until a new incumbent starts. The role will be varied and include:

• Leading the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Providing strategic advice to the CEO, Board of Trustees, and senior managers on financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensuring compliance with charity law, Companies House, HMRC, and relevant financial regulations.
• Managing cashflow and developing financial strategies that support the long-term financial health of the organisation.
• Supporting the HR Assistant to ensure LUSU complies with Lancaster University's employment policies and procedures.
• Supporting the IT Manager to ensure IT systems and services are appropriately maintained and support operational needs.
• Acting act as Company Secretary overseeing the preparation and submission of statutory returns including those to the Charity Commission and Companies House.
• Ensuring that the Union is a safe, sustainable and fair organisation for our staff, students and others, including health & safety, equality, diversity and inclusion and sustainability

You will have proven people management skills and have an appetite to challenge and enhance working processes and practices, whilst building solid relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.