Head Of Finance (up to 10 months maternity cover)

Keech Hospice Care; Luton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Luton is seeking a Head of Finance for maternity cover. The role involves overseeing financial operations, managing budgets, and leading a collaborative team. Ideal candidates will have strong financial expertise and experience in the charity sector, contributing to the organization's mission of providing exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Qualified certification at ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent level.
• Proven experience working in the charity sector, managing teams, and leading financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and accounts.
• Deliver month-end and year-end financial reporting and oversee audit processes.
• Manage the charity’s tax obligations, including VAT recovery.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical

Organizational

Education

ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Access Financials

Advanced Excel

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We are seeking a forward thinking finance professional ready to lead a well established and collaborative Finance team. Keech is on an exciting transformational journey and as the Head of Finance (Maternity Cover) you will thrive in a fast-paced, values driven environment, combining your financial expertise to support our mission.

You will be an integral part of our Operational Performance and Assurance Committee working closely with the Executive Director of Finance and Corporate Services, you’ll oversee critical financial operations driving continuous improvement in processes and practices.

What You Will Do

• Contribute to Keech’s strategic vision, driving improvements in processes and communications across Keech
• Empower and support an experienced team to deliver outstanding results through operational and line management expertise.
• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and accounts in collaboration with the Executive Director of Finance and Corporate Services.
• Deliver month-end and year-end financial reporting and oversee audit processes
• Ensure monthly management accounts and forecasts are accurate and timely at both charity and departmental levels.
• Collaborate with departments to prepare accounts, ensuring compliance with charity-specific regulations and reporting standards
• Manage the charity’s tax obligations, including partial VAT recovery and quarterly VAT returns and including residual VAT calculations
• Support the implementation of a new CRM and ensure a smooth transition from the current system.
• Contribute to Keech’s strategic vision, driving improvements in processes and communications across the organisation
• Promote procurement initiatives, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including trustees, senior leadership, and external auditors.
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and support all hospice functions
• Chair the Procurement and Expenditure Group and be an integral member of the Operational Performance and Assurance Committee (OPAC)
  
  

What You Will Need

• Qualified certification at ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent level
• In-depth understanding of financial reporting systems (Access Financials desirable but not necessary), SORP requirements
• Proven experience working in the charity sector (highly desirable), managing teams, and leading financial operations
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills to engage effectively at all levels.
• Demonstrated expertise in VAT management, trustee engagement, and collaborating with fundraising and retail teams.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with complex accounting software
• Strong analytical and organisational abilities, with a proven ability to manage competing priorities, with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.
  
  

As Head of Finance, you will play a critical part in shaping the financial future of our charity by contributing to our mission of providing exceptional care.

If you are a proactive, detail oriented Finance leader with a passion for driving change, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join us in making a lasting impact!

This advert can be removed earlier then the closing date should we feel we have sufficient applications to move to interview.

Keech Hospice is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity in our workplace. We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences everyone brings, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. Should you require assistance completing the application form please e-mail [e-mail]. Please also contact us if you would like an informal discussion about the role.

All prospective employees will be required to undergo a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check. The level of check is dependent on the role and designed to ensure safer and more well-informed recruitment decisions.

We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the individuals we serve and will take appropriate measures to safeguard them.

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• Seniority level

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