Interim Head of Finance - Global charitable organisation

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A global charity organization in the City of London is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance on a 2-year Fixed Term contract. The role involves leading the finance team, overseeing budgeting and financial planning, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with significant experience in the non-profit sector. The position offers a competitive salary of ~£57,000 and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangements

Engaging company culture

Impactful decision-making opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
• Experience in the charity or non-profit sector.
• Proven track record of financial leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.

Skills

Senior-level finance experience in the NFP sector

All-round accounting

Financial reporting to Board of Trustees

Strategic business planning

Risk and financial sustainability management

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified

Job description

• 2 year Fixed Term contract with a fantastic global charity
• Option to go permanent

About Our Client

Our client is a mid-sized organisation operating within the charity sector. They are known for their commitment to excellence and efficient financial processes, offering hybrid working arrangements to foster flexibility.

Job Description

• Lead the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Manage cash flow, investments, and funding strategies.
• Support audits and liaise with external stakeholders as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement across all finance operations.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Head of Finance should:

• Be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified
• Proven senior-level finance experience in the NFP sector (international or social enterprise)
• Significant all-round accounting, full grants cycle management, compliance, risk and financial sustainability experience
• Strong knowledge of strategic business planning
• Direct exposure of financial reporting to a Board of Trustees and major donors

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of ~£57,000
• Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Engaging and professional company culture.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful financial decision-making.