Head Of Finance (Part Time)

RM Recruit; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Sutton Coldfield is seeking a part-time Head of Finance to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance. This role involves managing the finance function, preparing financial statements, and coordinating budgets. Candidates should be ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified with experience in charity accounting. The position requires presence on-site 3 days a week.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified (ACCA/ACA/CIMA).
• Experience of preparing statutory accounts, preferably for charities.
• Understanding and working knowledge of SORP for charities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Finance function and supervise the Assistant Accountant.
• Responsible for generating accurate and timely financial statements.
• Manage income, cash flow, and investments.
• Compile annual accounts for audit and draft statutory reports.
• Support the CEO by developing financial models.

Skills

Financial management

Risk management

Statutory compliance

Budget preparation

Charity accounting knowledge

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualification

Job description

Overview

RM Recruit are working in partnership with a Sutton Coldfield based Not for Profit Organisation to recruit a Head of Finance (Part Time) for their team. Reporting directly to the CEO of this small charity, this pivotal role within the organisation is responsible for overseeing the charity's financial operations, risk management, and reporting. The postholder will ensure robust financial controls and statutory compliance are in place and align with strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Finance function and supervise the Assistant Accountant
• Responsible for generating accurate and timely financial statements
• Manage income, cash flow, and investments, producing regular reports to guide the organisation's financial commitments
• Manage all bank accounts and advise the Chief Executive and Trustees on investment strategies to maximise returns on surplus funds
• Regular liaison with banks, auditors, the Charity Commission and HMRC
• Oversee financial systems and procedures to maintain the integrity of accounting data and ensure the secure management of assets
• Coordinate the preparation of annual budgets, long-term forecasts, and cash flow projections in collaboration with Trustees and staff
• Compile annual accounts for audit and draft statutory reports
• Manage payroll, pensions, and death-in-service arrangements
• Support the CEO by developing financial models and conducting feasibility and risk assessments to inform new initiatives and business planning

Requirements / Qualifications

• 3 days per week with presence required onsite in Sutton Coldfield
• Professionally qualified (ACCA/ACA/CIMA)
• Experience of preparing statutory accounts (preferably charity accounts)
• Understanding and working knowledge of SORP for charities

Equality and Inclusion

RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.