Head of Finance

England Golf (The English Golf Union LTD); Woodhall Spa; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A national sports governing body based in Woodhall Spa is seeking a qualified Head of Finance to lead their finance function. This role includes managing financial planning and compliance, producing timely financial reports, and overseeing VAT matters. Candidates should have a strong accounting background, proven leadership abilities, and excellent analytical skills. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including up to 36 days of annual leave and healthcare options.

Benefits

iGolf membership or discounted Golf Club membership

Golf lessons

Up to 36 days annual leave

Healthcare

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced family policies

Pension

Qualifications

• Strong financial and management accounting knowledge.
• Proven track record of accurate reporting to deadlines.
• Experience in cash flow forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function with strong financial planning.
• Produce management accounts and financial reports.
• Manage VAT and HMRC compliance.

Skills

Financial and management accounting knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Leadership experience

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Organisation England Golf (The English Golf Union LTD) Salary up to £55,000pa Location Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 20 February 2026 Interview date 20 February 2026

Benefits: iGolf membership or discounted Golf Club membership, golf lessons, up to 36 days annual leave, healthcare and/or medicash, life assurance (3X), employee assistance programme, enhanced family policies, golf benefits, discount platform, pension

Hays Senior Finance are delighted to be partnering with England Golf to recruit a Head of Finance. England Golf is the national governing body for amateur golf in England. As a non-profit organisation dedicated to growing the game, their work benefits around 1,800 golf clubs and 650,000 players as well as reaching up to two million others who engage with golf. England Golf’s mission is to lead, support, inspire and deliver the golf community. Learn more about their strategy and values here (Strategy-25-30 - England Golf). England Golf are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function and ensure strong financial planning, control, and compliance.
• Produce accurate and timely management accounts and financial reports.
• Oversee statutory reporting, year end processes, and audit preparation; represent Finance at Audit and Finance Committee meetings.
• Own the budgeting cycle and rolling forecasts, providing analysis that supports strategic decision-making.
• Manage VAT (including Partial Exemption) and HMRC compliance, tax matters, and cash flow forecasting and reporting.
• Support the CFO with investment management activities.
• Identify cost saving and income generation opportunities to support long term sustainability.
• Champion modernisation and continuous improvement of finance systems and processes.

About You

Essential:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Strong financial and management accounting knowledge; advanced Excel and solid analysis skills.
• Proven track record delivering accurate reporting to deadlines and influencing stakeholders.
• Knowledge of VAT and Partial Exemption rules; cashflow forecasting experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and Excel skills.
• Leadership experience managing qualified/part qualified teams.

Desirable:

• Experience in multi entity and/or not-for-profit/charity environments.
• Financial modelling and change management; improving finance systems.
• Experience delivering cost saving initiatives or revenue generation strategies.

If you’re excited by the opportunity to help shape the financial future of England Golf and contribute to the development of the sport, we would love to hear from you.

Contact details

Lisa Francis, Business Director, Hays Senior Finance 07523921367 / 01522 313300

Preliminary interview date will be 20th February 2026

Head of Finance • Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire