Head of Finance

The Graduate Project; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Project seeks a Head of Finance to lead financial strategy and operations within a mission-driven charity organization. The role involves overseeing budgeting and compliance, while ensuring financial transparency and empowerment across teams. This six-month fixed-term contract offers the opportunity to drive meaningful impact in the charity sector, ideal for a seasoned professional committed to social justice and organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in charity or not-for-profit finance.
• Understanding of grant funding, public contracts.
• Strong strategic and operational finance skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of finance including budgeting and forecasting.
• Provide strategic insight to leadership and trustees.
• Manage and mentor the finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Financial Literacy

Education

Qualified Finance Professional

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Role | Head of Finance – Charity Sector

Areas | Strategic Finance, Budgeting, Grants & Contracts

Based | London (Hybrid Working)

We’re working with a mission-led organisation that delivers impactful services across London. They're now seeking a values-driven and experienced Head of Finance to lead the financial strategy and operations of the organisation. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with deep experience in non-profit finance who thrives on making finance empowering, transparent, and effective across all levels.

In this senior leadership role, you will:

• Oversee all aspects of finance including budgeting, reporting, forecasting, and compliance
• Provide clear, strategic financial insight to the leadership team and trustees
• Ensure robust financial controls and support the delivery of public sector contracts and grant funding
• Lead on financial planning to support organisational sustainability and growth
• Manage and mentor the finance team, embedding a culture of accountability and development
• Strengthen financial literacy across departments and support cross-functional collaboration

What we’re looking for:

• A qualified finance professional with leadership experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector
• Excellent understanding of grant funding, restricted/unrestricted income, and public contracts
• A strong strategic thinker who can also get hands-on with operational finance
• Confident communicator with experience influencing senior stakeholders and boards
• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style with a commitment to social justice and transparency
• Alignment with values such as equity, empowerment, and continuous improvement

Please note this is a 6 month FTC.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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