Interim Finance Director - Environmental Charity

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected not-for-profit entity in London is seeking an Interim Finance Director. The role involves overseeing the financial strategy, managing budgeting and forecasting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Candidates need to be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with experience in the charity sector. This is a 9-month contract with hybrid working options and offers a competitive salary range of £65,700 to £76,000 per annum.

Benefits

Collaborative and supportive workplace culture

Opportunities to work with a purpose-driven organisation

Potential for hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in financial leadership within the not-for-profit sector.
• Proven ability to manage complex financial operations and reporting.
• Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the organisation's financial strategy.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Skills

Financial leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified

Job description

• 9 month contract
• Hybrid working and option to work 4 days per week

About Our Client

The organisation is a respected not-for-profit entity based in London, committed to driving positive change in environmental and social matters. Operating as a medium-sized organisation, it focuses on impactful initiatives while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Job Description

• Oversee the organisation's financial strategy, ensuring alignment with its broader goals.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Provide leadership to the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to advise on financial risks and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards.
• Lead the preparation of annual accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Support strategic decision-making through financial analysis and insights.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Finance Director should:

• Be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified
• Have robust charity sector experience at Director level
• Strong experience in financial leadership within the not-for-profit sector.
• Proven ability to manage complex financial operations and reporting.
• Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience collaborating with senior leadership to drive organisational success.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities

What\'s on Offer

• An estimated salary range of £65,700 to £76,00 per annum.
• Fixed-term contract offering stability and a chance to make a significant impact.
• Opportunities to work with a purpose-driven organisation in the not-for-profit sector.
• Collaborative and supportive workplace culture.
• Potential for hybrid working arrangements to enhance work-life balance.