Head of Finance in Cambridge)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Cambridge is looking for a Head of Finance to lead their financial operations. This strategic role requires a qualified finance professional with experience in the charity sector to ensure effective planning, compliance, and risk management while making a difference in children's online safety. The position offers generous benefits, including a pension scheme and private health care.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Private health care

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in finance management, ideally in charity or non-profit sector.
• Proven ability to lead teams and enhance organisational performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations, ensuring robust planning, budgeting, and compliance.
• Oversee day-to-day financial management and support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Strategic insight

Operational excellence

Team leadership

Risk management

Communication of financial information

Education

Qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Head of Finance

Location: Cambridge

Salary: From £72,311 per annum depending on experience

Hours: Full time - 28-35 hours per week

Closing Date: Monday 24 November 2025

At the organisation, their mission is to make the internet a safer space for children across the globe. They tackle this mission head‑on, working tirelessly to find and remove child sexual abuse material from the internet. Their goal extends further than eliminating online threats, they strive to influence global conversations and shape policies to create a safer digital space.

The Role

The organisation is seeking a strategic and hands‑on Head of Finance to lead their financial operations and help drive their mission to eliminate child sexual abuse imagery online. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose‑driven organisation making a real difference in the digital world.

As a key member of their Senior Management Team, you’ll provide strong financial leadership across the organisation – ensuring robust planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance. This includes leading the day‑to‑day financial management of the organisation, from planning and budgeting to reporting, compliance, and risk. The role also oversees procurement, supporting teams to secure value for money while upholding ethical and sustainability standards. You’ll work closely with the Corporate Services Director and collaborate across departments to support strategic decision‑making and enhance organisational performance.

They’re looking for an already or soon to be qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant experience, ideally in the charity or non‑profit sector. You’ll bring a blend of strategic insight and operational excellence, with a proven ability to lead teams, communicate financial information clearly, and manage risk effectively.

If you’re passionate about using your financial expertise to protect children and support a high‑impact organisation, they’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days (plus bank holidays and Christmas closure)
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private health care
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and more

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.iwf.org.uk/about-us/who-we-are/careers/

Please note: They do not accept enquiries or submissions from recruitment agencies.