Strategic Head of Finance - Charity & Governance

Age UK Oxfordshire; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity is seeking a Head of Finance to lead its finance function and ensure excellent stewardship of resources. The role includes financial planning, reporting, and driving the organization's 2030 vision. The successful candidate will possess chartered accountant status and senior finance experience, ideally in the charity sector, and will manage a small finance team for operational efficiency. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for supporting long-term sustainability.

Qualifications

• Chartered accountant status required.
• Senior finance experience, ideally in charity or VCSE sector.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and reporting across the organization.
• Deliver timely management accounts and statutory reporting.
• Manage payroll and facilities for operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaborative mindset

Education

Chartered accountant status (ICAEW, CIPFA, ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

A local charity is seeking a Head of Finance to lead its finance function and ensure excellent stewardship of resources. The role includes financial planning, reporting, and driving the organization's 2030 vision. The successful candidate will possess chartered accountant status and senior finance experience, ideally in the charity sector, and will manage a small finance team for operational efficiency. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for supporting long-term sustainability.