Head of Finance

Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking a Head of Finance & Resources for a pivotal leadership role in Oxfordshire. This position involves financial stewardship, governance, and resource management in a hybrid setting. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with senior finance experience, aiming to make a real difference. Responsibilities include managing accounts, overseeing compliance, and leading a small team. This role is temporary for 3 - 6 months and offers a chance to influence and impact positively.

Qualifications

• Experience managing small teams.
• Ability to engage with Boards, funders, and stakeholders.
• Strategic and operational work expertise.

Responsibilities

• Produce management accounts and strengthen financial controls.
• Support governance as Company Secretary.
• Oversee statutory compliance and financial planning.

Skills

Senior-level finance experience with charities

Strong leadership skills

Collaborative, hands-on approach

Confident communicator

Education

Qualified accountant (ICAEW, CIPFA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Head of Finance & Resources Charity Sector Oxfordshire Hybrid working 3 days in office, 2 days remote Temporary 3 - 6 months

I am delighted to be working with a highly respected charity to recruit a Head of Finance & Resources a pivotal leadership role combining financial stewardship, governance, and resource management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant (ICAEW, CIPFA, ACCA, or equivalent) with senior finance experience who wants to use their expertise to make a real difference. The role offers variety: from producing management accounts and strengthening financial controls, to supporting governance as Company Secretary, overseeing statutory compliance, and leading long-term financial planning.

Youll also line-manage a small team, oversee office/facilities management, and ensure systems are in place to help staff work effectively across site, home, and remote locations.

What we’re looking for

• Senior-level finance experience, ideally with exposure to charities or group structures.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing small teams.
• A collaborative, hands-on approach with the ability to work strategically and operationally.
• Confident communicator, able to engage with Boards, funders, and stakeholders.

This is a chance to join a values-driven organisation, combining strategic influence with day-to-day impact, in a role that truly matters.

If you have the above skills and experience and are available from the end of October 2025, please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you!