Head of Finance - Maternity Cover (12 months)

South East Consortium; Tunstall; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit housing organization is seeking a Head of Finance for a maternity cover contract. This leadership position involves providing strategic guidance and managing substantial public sector tenders, with a salary range of £65,000 - £75,000 per annum. The ideal candidate will have a relevant ACA or ACCA qualification and experience in a senior finance role. Flexible hours may be considered, along with benefits including a pension and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Contributory pension

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Birthday leave day

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience providing strategic financial guidance at a senior level.
• Strong understanding of finance within ambitious, growing organisations.
• Experience in the housing or public sector is desirable, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing financial leadership and direction for SEC.
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Advising on financial strategy and risk management.
• Overseeing management of £300m in public sector tenders.
• Driving continuous improvement in financial practices.

Skills

Strategic financial guidance

Leadership skills

Collaboration

Understanding of finance in not-for-profits

Education

Relevant qualification (ACA or ACCA)

Job description

Are you an experienced finance leader looking to make an impact in the not-for-profit housing sector?

South East Consortium (SEC) is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Finance for a maternity cover contract to take the helm and support the business into its second year of incorporation.

Based in Sittingbourne, Kent, SEC represents social housing providers across London and the South East. As a not-for-profit, we manage around £300m of public sector tenders and are dedicated to driving improvement in procurement practices within the housing sector.

You will step into a pivotal leadership position, offering strategic and financial guidance to a growing, ambitious organisation. Working closely with our senior team, you'll help shape the next chapter for SEC, ensuring robust financial management and supporting key business objectives.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Providing financial leadership and direction, supporting the business through its next phase of growth
• Supporting and helping to maintain budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Advising on financial strategy and risk management
• Overseeing management of £300m in public sector tenders
• Driving continuous improvement in financial practice and procurement processes

About you:

• Proven experience providing strategic and financial guidance at a senior level (relevant qualification, ACA or ACCA is essential)
• Strong understanding of finance within ambitious, growing organisations
• Leadership skills with a collaborative and adaptable approach
• Passion for supporting not-for-profit goals and social purpose
• Experience in the housing or public sector is desirable, but not essential

Job details:

• Head of Finance - Maternity Cover (12 months)
• Sittingbourne, Kent
• £65,000 - £75,000 per annum plus car allowance, depending on experience
• Full Time - 35 hours per week (part-time or condensed hours will be considered)
• Benefits include contributory pension, 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, life assurance, private medical insurance, birthday leave day, retail discounts, and more!

If you have the drive to lead, inspire, and support SEC's mission, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of a dedicated team making a difference in social housing.

Inclusion & Diversity at SEC: we work hard to create a diverse and inclusive culture and environment where people are respected for who they are. Encouraging inclusion is not just about protected characteristics; it's about celebrating differences of thought, opinion, experience, and perspective of each individual. We're all different in our own way, and we want our colleagues to feel comfortable, that they belong, and are safe to be themselves at work, without fear of being judged or excluded, but valued for their contribution to our One Team approach.