Head of Finance

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Job summary

A local charitable organization is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial planning and management. This role involves supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will possess an accounting qualification, have experience at a senior management level, and demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills. The position offers a salary of approximately £45,000 pro rata and the flexibility for hybrid working.

Benefits

Family-friendly policies

Comprehensive induction

Pension contributions

Training and development opportunities

Health and wellbeing activities

Qualifications

• Possessing accounting qualification or relevant experience in finance.
• Experience at senior management level.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with various teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, management, and reporting.
• Oversee budgeting, management accounting, and cash management.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.

Skills

Financial planning

Management accounting

Interpersonal skills

Experience with accounting software

Communication skills

Education

Degree in finance or relevant field

Tools

Accounting software (e.g., Xero)

Job description

Location: Highland homebased with travel
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Salary: Circa. £45,000 pro rata per annum
Hours: 21 hours per week, happy to talk flexible working with two agreed working days
Contract: Permanent

Our Mission, Vision and Values: What we do and why do it

Mission statement: To support Carers in Highland throughout their caring journey

Vision: A better life for Carers in Highland

Values: The way we work together - Connecting Carers will ensure Carers' voices are heard:
• with respect and compassion
• through inclusion
• through promoting choice and opportunity
• by contributing to their local community, and
to ensure all Young Carers are seen, heard and supported

Employee benefits we offer you:
Family friendly policies such as flexible working arrangements and Carers leave
A comprehensive induction into the organisation and the role
Holiday leave exceeding statutory holiday entitlement
Pension with an employer contribution of 5%
Training, support and development
Employee Assistance Programme
Health and wellbeing activities
Access to NHS discount card
Company sick pay scheme
Cycle to work Scheme
Birthday leave

Purpose of the role:

As a key member of the Senior Management Team, the Head of Finance plays a vital role in supporting strategic decision making and safeguarding the assets of Connecting Carers. You will provide accurate and timely finance information to the Board of Trustees, Chief Executive Officer and other senior managers.
You will oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance function, including budgeting, management accounting, and cash management. You will also lead the development and implementation of financial policies and controls, and take responsibility for risk management.
This role includes the line management of the Grant and Trust Officer and leading the development of the organisation’s Fundraising Strategy. You will guide a dedicated team that delivers vital grants to unpaid Carers enabling them to take much needed breaks, recharge, and reconnect with themselves beyond their caring role. Your leadership will directly support unpaid Carers to feel seen, valued, and supported at a time when they need it most.
Key responsibilities – What you’ll do:
Main tasks

Financial
• Lead on all aspects of financial planning, management and reporting to include preparation of the annual budget, producing and presenting monthly and quarterly management reports and manage month and year-end processes
• Monitor the level and use of all funds, restricted and unrestricted, and develop a strategic finance plan to sustain and grow the services offered
• Develop and implement appropriate financial policies and procedures and ensure robust internal financial controls are in place
• Oversee line management and support of the finance team, including development and training
• Support the senior management team in managing their departmental budgets, providing coaching as required
• Responsibility for the annual audit process, including preparation of the statutory accounts and submissions to Companies House and OSCR
• Manage the monthly and annual payroll and pension process, acting as the main contact for our external payroll providers
• Manage relationships with banks, and review cash deposits and report on as necessary
• Manage and renew all insurance contracts, ensuring adequate insurance cover is in place
• Attend the quarterly Board meetings and report and present on all financial matters
• Ensure compliance with financial, charity and company legislation to OSCR, HMRC and others
• Maintain good relationships with key stakeholders including auditors and payroll bureau, banks, insurers and Employee Benefit providers
Other
• Together with the Senior Management Team, develop and implement the strategic plan for the organisation and uphold Connecting Carers values
• Take a collaborative lead on the organisation wide Risk planning, ensuring practices and strategies are in place to mitigate risk
• Manage the Grant and Trust Officer, providing support in the development of the Fundraising Strategy and looking for new funding opportunities that arise
• Provide financial assistance in the preparation of funding applications and on-going reporting to funders
• Manage the Short Breaks Facilitator and develop processes and procedures to improve the experience of Unpaid Carers applying for grant funding
• Other duties as requested
Person specification - Knowledge, skills, qualifications and competencies
Essential
• Possessing accounting qualification or accounting experience relevant to the nature of the post
• Educated to degree level and/or with relevant experience
• Experience at senior management level
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Experience of accounting software
• Experience of statutory audits
• Self-motivating and able to work independently while contributing effectively to a team environment
• Good communication skills oral and written
• Competent and confident in the use of IT with detailed knowledge of MS packages

Desirable
• Clear understanding of the needs of Unpaid Carers
• An understanding of the regional and national landscape in which Connecting Carers operates
• Experience of accounting in the charity sector and experience of operating Xero
• Familiarity with the governance of companies and charities regulated by OSCR