Interim Head of Finance ( Charity)

Michael Page; England; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking a proficient Head of Finance / Finance Manager to oversee financial and management accounting tasks. This role includes financial forecasting, budgeting, and preparation of financial statements, with a hybrid working model requiring 3 days in the office in North Oxford. Candidates need to be qualified accountants with experience in the charity sector and local commuting availability.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Daily rate of around £300

3-6 month assignment

Possible temp-to-permanent

Immediate start

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA, ACCA or CIMA certification.
• Proven experience as a Finance Manager within a charity.
• Knowledge of Charity SORP and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and financial statement preparation.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and variance analysis.
• Manage the finance team and ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Skills

Financial Forecasting

Budgeting

Financial Reporting

Strategic Financial Support

Team Leadership

Compliance

Cash Flow Management

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Job description

We are seeking a proficient Head of Finance / Finance Manager to oversee financial and management accounting tasks for our client, a charitable organisation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for financial forecasting, budgeting, and the preparation of financial statements, working hybridly 3 days in the office, from their office in North Oxford near Kidlington.

Client Details

Our client is a recognisable charity, and candidates need to be able to go to the office in Kidlington.

Description

You are responsible for:

1. Key Responsibilities
2. Financial Systems & Analysis: Proactively enhance our client's financial systems to effectively manage and oversee project budgets, forecast trends, identify opportunities, and analyse organisational performance to support data-driven decision-making.
3. Strategic Financial Support: Provide insightful financial analysis to the management team and trustees, including the identification and mitigation of strategic and operational financial risks.
4. Team Leadership: Line manage and mentor the finance team (currently one Management Accountant), fostering a positive, supportive, and high-performing team environment.
5. Core Finance Operations: Oversee essential finance functions, including multi-currency payables and receivables, bank and general ledger reconciliations.
6. Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate financial statements and management accounts, including high-quality reporting for the management team, trustees, and sub-committees.
7. Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process, monitor organisational financial performance, and conduct variance analysis on project P&Ls.
8. Audit & Year-End Management: Manage the year-end process and annual audits, maintaining day-to-day liaison with auditors and ensuring timely preparation of financial statements.
9. Compliance & Donor Regulations: Ensure compliance with donor requirements and national legislation, clearly communicating financial obligations across the organisation.
10. Income Generation Support: Support fundraising efforts by conducting partner due diligence, offering financial guidance, and preparing accurate and compliant budgets for funding proposals that meet our client's requirements.
11. Internal Controls & Governance: Maintain robust financial systems (including payroll and banking), policies, procedures, and internal controls that adhere to regulatory standards.
12. Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage cash flow across multiple bank accounts (GBP, EUR, and USD) to ensure organisational liquidity.
13. Payroll Management: Administer payroll, including calculations, BrightPay submissions, pension contributions, payroll year-end processes, and PSA reporting.

Profile

We are looking for:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Proven working experience as a Finance Manager for a Charity
• Good knowledge of Charity SORP
• Local to Kidlington/Oxford and able to commute to the office (parking is available)
• 3 days office, 2 days home working
• UK Right to work
• Managerial experience
• Living locally/commutable

Job Offer

• Daily rate of around £300 per day
• Hybrid working
• 3-6 month assignment
• Possible temp-to-permanent
• Immediate start!