Interim Head of Finance

Jobwise; Wigan; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable organization is seeking an Interim Head of Finance for a 3-month contract, offering a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. The successful candidate will oversee financial management, handle budgeting, and support various departments in financial planning. If you are an experienced finance professional with the relevant qualifications and looking for a significant impact role, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free parking

Pension scheme

Subsidised lunches

Blue Light discount card

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior finance role like Head of Finance or Finance Manager.
• Qualified in CIPFA, CIMA, ACA or ACCA.
• Experience in financial management in the not-for-profit sector is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management, including budgeting and auditing.
• Manage and develop a finance team of 4 staff.
• Lead on financial forecasting and budgeting processes.

Skills

Cash flow management

Financial analysis

Budget planning

Team management

Education

CIPFA

CIMA

ACA

ACCA

Tools

Sage 200

Job description

Would you like to work for an organisation that provides massive support and makes a huge difference to the lives of people in the local community? Are you an experienced Head of Finance or Finance Manager looking or a 3 month contract? This role offers a salary of up to £57,000 with lots of benefits including a pension scheme, free parking, subsidised lunches, Blue Light discount card, life assurance and 27 days holiday plus bank holidays.

What will you be doing as an Interim Head of Finance?
Oversee the financial management within the organisation, including budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, cash flow management and auditing. Duties will include:

• Managing, training and developing a Finance Team of 4 staff
• Liaising across all departments supporting them to manage budgets and financial planning
• Budget planning and on-going monitoring and control of agreed budgets
• Producing monthly management accounts.
• Providing cost centre analysis and financial analysis of the organisation to the executive team and department managers
• Leading on budget-setting and monitoring, consulting with managers on resource requirements
• Leading on financial forecasting based on organisational reserves, income and expenditure
• Reviewing company expenditure, including contracts to ensure maximum value for money and improve efficiencies
• Leading on the end of year accounting (up to and including Trial Balance stage) and annual audit process
• Managing banking processes and cashflow forecasting
• Ensuring effective balance sheet control through monthly reconciliations
• Managing the payroll function, including pensions management
• Lead on the development and review of financial policies and procedures.
• Developing financial management mechanisms that minimise financial risk

We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

• Previous experience in a similar senior finance role such as Head of Finance, Financial Controller, Finance Manager of possible CFO / Chief Financial Officer
• Strong skills dealing with cash flow and cash forecasting
• Qualified CIPFA, CIMA, ACA or ACCA
• Comfortable using Sage (Preferably Sage 200)
• Have up to date technical knowledge of financial reporting with the ability to present financial information in a variety of formats
• Able to commit to a 3 month contract
• Experience in the not for profit or other third sector organisation would be beneficial

What will you get in return for your work as Interim Head of Finance?

• A salary of £50,000 to £57,000, depending on experience
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays (Pro rata)
• Free parking
• Pension scheme
• Subsidised lunches
• Blue Light Discount card
• Life assurance

To apply
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