Head of Finance

Deen; Oldham; Hybride; GBP 34 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

27 days annual leave

Auto-enrolment pension

Résumé du poste

UK Islamic Mission (UKIM) in Oldham is seeking a Head of Finance to lead the full finance function from the European Islamic Centre. This permanent senior role (option of a two-year fixed-term) works 37.5 hours weekly and reports to the Executive Director.

You will manage a team of four, ensure GAAP/SORP compliance, and drive financial reporting across head office, departments, and branches. You will also prepare statutory accounts, monthly management accounts, and provide strategic financial

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience.
• Experience leading finance in a charity or multi-site setting.
• Strong knowledge of Charity SORP, GAAP, VAT, PAYE, Corporation Tax, Gift Aid.
• Experience with modern accounting/ERP systems; iPlicit preferred.
• Ability to explain complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
• People management experience with coaching and development.
• High integrity and collaborative approach.

Responsabilités

• Lead and oversee the complete finance function across head office and branches.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Generate monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
• Manage a team of four finance staff.
• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House and HMRC.
• Monitor cash flow and banking relationships; provide treasury advice.
• Oversee payroll, PAYE, and pension contributions.
• Develop financial models to support strategic planning and bids.
• Champion modern cloud accounting systems (including iPlicit).
• Build financial capability and standards across departments.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

People management

Financial modelling

Formation

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

Outils

iPlicit

Description du poste

# Head of FinanceUK Islamic Mission (UKIM) · Oldham, England, UKWork mode: On-siteType: Full-timeField: Accounting & FinancePosted: 1d agoCloses: 15 November 2026Apply on charityjob.co.ukUK Islamic Mission (UKIM) is a national Muslim charity founded in 1962, operating approximately 60 branches across England, Scotland, and Wales. The organization delivers community services, education, welfare projects, and faith-based initiatives, with thousands of people engaging with its mosques and centres each week. Role Overview As Head of Finance, you will lead the entire finance function from the UKIM Central Office at the European Islamic Centre in Oldham. This is a permanent senior position (with the option of a two-year fixed-term contract) working 37.5 hours per week. You will report to the Executive Director, sit on the Senior Management Team, and attend the Finance & General-Purposes Committee and Board by invitation for finance matters. You carry additional accountability to the National Treasurer and the Chair of the Finance & General-Purposes Committee. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the complete finance function across head office, departments, and branches, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Prepare annual statutory accounts on time, ensuring compliance with GAAP, SORP, and FRS 102, and manage relationships with external auditors through audit completion. Generate monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and financial commentary for the Executive Director, Finance & General-Purposes Committee, and Board. Manage a team of four: two Senior Finance Officers, one Finance Officer, and one Finance Assistant; oversee external auditors and consultants. Strengthen and embed financial controls, policies, and procedures across head office and branches, providing finance support and consolidation assistance. Ensure compliance with the Charity Commission, Companies House, and HMRC (including PAYE, Corporation Tax, VAT, Gift Aid, and charity law). Monitor cash flow and reserves, manage banking relationships, and provide investment and treasury advice aligned to organizational risk appetite. Oversee payroll, PAYE, and pension contributions. Develop financial models and analysis to support strategic planning, bids, tenders, and capital or international projects. Coordinate internal and external audit programmes and maintain a proportionate financial risk register with mitigation actions. Champion modern cloud accounting systems (including iPlicit) and data quality improvements. Lead and develop the finance team through objective-setting, reviews, and continuous professional development. Build local financial capability and consistent standards across departmental and zonal/branch leads. Requirements Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience. Demonstrated track record leading finance in a charity or complex multi-site setting. Strong knowledge of Charity SORP, GAAP, VAT, PAYE, Corporation Tax, Gift Aid, and charity law. Proven experience improving financial controls, processes, and management information systems. Strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and competence with modern accounting and ERP systems (iPlicit experience valued). Ability to explain complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders. People management experience with commitment to coaching and developing teams. High integrity, sound judgement, and collaborative approach. Desirable Experience with branch-based or federated charity structures. Experience with capital projects and programme/grant finance. Knowledge of dashboarding and business intelligence tools. What We Offer Salary: £34,000–£48,000 per annum depending on skills and experience. 27 days annual leave (including two Eid days). Auto-enrolment pension with employer contribution. Six-month probation period with 3- and 6-month reviews. Notice period: one month during probation, rising to three months thereafter. Application Requirements This role requires alignment with UKIM's charitable aims and values under the Equality Act 2010. Appointment is subject to right-to-work verification, references, qualification verification, role-appropriate DBS check, and financial probity/credit checks. No visa sponsorship is available. Application Deadline 22 October 2026 at 23:59 (early closure possible).