Interim Head of Finance - Global charitable organisation

Michael Page; London; On-site; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A global charitable organization is seeking an Interim Head of Finance for a 2-year fixed-term contract in London. The role involves leading the finance team, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making. Candidates should be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with significant finance experience in the charity sector. The position offers hybrid working and a competitive salary of approximately £57,000.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangements

Engaging company culture

Impactful decision-making opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven senior-level finance experience in the NFP sector.
• Significant all-round accounting experience.
• Direct exposure to financial reporting for a Board of Trustees.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial activities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Develop financial policies to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial compliance

Strategic business planning

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified

Job description

Overview

Interim Head of Finance - 2 year FTC - Global charitable organisation - Hybrid working - London based

Client Details

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified
• Proven senior-level finance experience in the NFP sector (international or social entreprise)
• 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

Benefits

• 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.