Interim Head of Finance and Operations

The Listening Place; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Greater London seeks an Interim Head of Finance and Operations for an immediate start on a rolling contract. The role requires robust financial leadership and operational expertise to manage financial strategies and day-to-day operations. Candidates should possess a professional accounting qualification and a strong commitment to the organization's mission. The position involves mentoring a team and ensures compliance with financial regulations. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

3% employer contribution towards pension

25 days annual leave plus additional days

Employee Assistance Programme and health insurance

Access to Medicash health insurance and critical illness cover

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of financial principles and budgeting.
• Experience in non-profit sector is preferable.
• Excellent people skills for collaboration at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Line manage the Finance Coordinator and Project Manager.
• Develop financial strategies for the organization.
• Manage day-to-day financial operations and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead and mentor the team for continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership experience

Operational change

Financial reporting

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Relationship management

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

Experience in non-profit operations

Job description

We are seeking an Interim Head of Finance and Operations available for an immediate start to cover on a rolling basis for the substantive postholder during a period of absence.

Position: Interim Head of Finance & Operations

Duration: Immediate start rolling contract.

Location: On site with some hybrid working

Line Manager: Ben Ingber CEO

Direct Reports: Project Manager; Finance Coordinator; Facilities Coordinator

Candidate Profile

• Comfortable in a leadership role
• Has the ability to produce robust financial information that can be simply explained to all levels of the charity.
• Enjoys developing and moulding a group of diverse individuals into a team.
• Experienced in operational change and improvement including bringing staff and volunteers with them on the change journey.
• Someone who can spot opportunities and take the initiative to move projects forward.
• Has a strong connection to TLPs vision mission and values and wants to help make a difference to the lives of others.

Key Responsibilities

• Line manage the Finance Coordinator, Facilities Coordinator and Project Manager (who has responsibility for TLPs systems and databases)
• Develop and implement financial strategies to support TLPs goals and objectives.
• Manage the day-to-day financial operations including budgeting forecasting and financial reporting.
• Monitoring and implement financial controls.
• Identify opportunities for improvements and efficiency enhancements across all operational areas.
• Ensure TLPs databases systems and IT infrastructure is fit for purpose including ensuring Business Continuity plans are in place.
• With the support of the Volunteer HR adviser manage the HR requirements for the organisation including drafting and updating policies.
• Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and execute operational plans that align with the organisations mission and vision.
• Ad hoc financial & operational support and advice to the Board of Trustees.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including suppliers vendors and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements including the Charity Commission and financial regulations.
• Lead and mentor the team fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Commitment to TLPs mission and values.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA CIMA ACCA)
• Experience in a senior operational and / or finance role preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Strong knowledge of financial principles budgeting and financial analysis.
• Experience with operations for a multi-site organisation.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Excellent communication and people skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.

Compensation :

Salary: circa 50000 FTE depending on experience. Part-time considered.

Benefits

3% employer contribution towards pension 25 days annual leave with one extra days annual leave for each year of service up to five years Employee Assistance Programme access to Medicash health insurance and critical illness cover after three months of employment.

Application

Please submit a CV and short expression of interest by 5pm on 25 Sept 2025. Interviews will take place week commencing 29 September.

If you’d like to have a chat about this role please contact

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Succession Planning,Growing Experience,Expense Management,Management Experience,Rackspace,Laboratory Management,Senior Leadership,Operations Management,Relationship Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation,Taxonomy

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1