Head of Finance

Calibre Candidates; Newbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious charitable organization as the Head of Financial Operations, where you'll lead a dedicated finance team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape financial strategies and ensure robust financial control. You'll collaborate with senior leadership, manage budgeting and compliance, and drive performance excellence. Enjoy a supportive work environment with generous benefits, including free meals and gym membership, while making a meaningful impact in the non-profit sector. If you're passionate about finance and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free parking

Gym membership

Generous career development opportunities

Excellent work-life balance

Free meals

Health & wellbeing benefits

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of a reporting finance department.
• Strong all-round financial operations and control experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Oversee operational finance including budgeting and financial controls.
• Coordinate audits and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Operations

Communication

Commercial Awareness

Audit Compliance

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

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Base pay range

We are delighted to be working with a prestigious and forward-thinking Charitable organisation seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Financial Operations to lead a small but busy Finance team. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Operations, this is an exceptional opportunity to join a values-driven organisation, where you’ll lead a dedicated team to ensure robust financial control, strategic support, and efficient day-to-day financial operations.

• Free parking and gym membership
• Generous career development and progression opportunities
• Excellent work-life balance with 25+ days holiday plus shutdown and bank holidays
• Free meals, health & wellbeing benefits, life insurance, and more
• A warm, inclusive team where everyone plays a part in success

Responsibilities :

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, comprising a Payroll Manager, Financial Accountant, and Finance Assistants. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, performance excellence, and professional development
• Work alongside the senior leadership team to contribute to strategic planning, business forecasting, and financial modelling. Ensure alignment of financial operations with the wider objectives and global network
• Oversee all aspects of operational finance including budgeting, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, debt management, and financial controls. Ensure the accuracy and efficiency of financial transactions and reporting
• Supervise the payroll process and ensure compliance with statutory regulations and pension schemes. Provide oversight for benefits reporting and liaise with HR on employee compensation matters
• Coordinate year-end and interim audits, prepare supporting documentation, and ensure compliance with financial regulations and charity accounting standards. Act as a key point of contact for auditors and regulatory bodies such as HMRC
• Manage invoicing processes, ensuring timely and accurate correspondence with stakeholders. Collaborate with internal departments to collate billable activities
• Review and improve financial systems and procedures to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and user experience. Implement internal controls and recommend technological enhancements where appropriate
• Manage the preparation and submission of group VAT returns. Liaise with professional advisers and stay abreast of developments in tax regulations affecting the sector
• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis. Provide financial insights to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Build strong working relationships across departments, providing financial guidance and training to non-finance staff, promoting a financially aware culture
• Manage property contracts and agent relationships for on-site accommodation. Monitor utilities expenditure for cost control

Requirements:

• Proven leadership of a reporting Finance department
• Strong all-round financial operations and control experience
• Excellent communication and a detail-oriented, proactive approach with commercial awareness
• Finance experience in non-profit or educational sectors could be advantageous
• Familiarity with audit and compliance processes in a charitable or regulated setting is ideal

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations and Education

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