Head of Finance Operations

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known charity organization in London is looking for a Financial Lead to manage a team through transition periods and improve financial processes. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification and experience in the not-for-profit sector. This role offers a competitive salary and hybrid work arrangement with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working - 2 days in the office

25 days holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Experience managing a finance team in the not-for-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of financial compliance and regulations.
• Ability to prepare and present detailed financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Annual Accounts production and manage auditors.
• Drive improvements in finance processes and systems.
• Provide treasury functions and manage banking relationships.

Skills

Financial leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team management

Understanding of financial regulations

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity in a well known charity?

Do you have experience of managing a team through difficult transition periods?

About Our Client

The organisation is a well-established not-for-profit operating within the London area.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the Annual Accounts production and act as key contact to the Auditors and Governance Team.


• Continuously drive improvements and actively contribute to the Finance Transformation to finance processes and systems (will also lead on the implementation of a new finance system when budget is assigned)


• Act as lead, mentor and coach to the Financial Accounting Team and identify opportunities to improve processes.


• Manage financial risks and improve internal controls through compliance to relevant governance


• Provide a treasury function and act as key contact to our Bank and Investment Managers and provide periodic cash flow forecasts.


• Support the construction and presentation of reports to the Investment Committee, Audit and Risk Committee and Strategic Finance and Assets Committee

The Successful Applicant

• A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.


• Proven experience in financial leadership within the not-for-profit sector.


• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements.


• Ability to manage and develop a high-performing finance team.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Proficiency in financial software and systems.


• Experience in preparing and presenting detailed financial reports.

Note: candidates will only be shortlisted if they have experience working in Not for Profit.

Benefits

• A competitive salary of approximately £65,000 to £72,000 per annum.


• Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.


• Hybrid working - 2 days in the office


• 25 days holiday allowance and flexible working hours.