Manager Operation jobs in United Kingdom

RM Recruit are supporting a fantastic socially focused charity in the recruitment of their newly defined Head of Finance vacancy.

• Lead the charity’s finance function with strong governance and solid financial controls.
• Work closely with the Executive Team and Board, helping shape financial strategy and providing clear, insightful reporting to support planning and manage risks.
• Report directly to the Chief Executive and the Finance & Risk Sub-Committee, while keeping in touch with the Treasurer and Chair as needed.
• Ensure accounting policies are applied consistently, and review them annually—ideally before the financial year ends—to keep everything up to date. Work closely with external auditors to support this process.
• Prepare clear and accurate monthly management accounts for the Executive Team and Board, including Income & Expenditure, Balance Sheet, and variance analysis, so everyone has the insights they need to make informed decisions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to budget holders, offering expert financial guidance so their decisions are backed by accurate financial insights.
• Support and grow the Finance Team, from hiring and training to performance management—creating a positive and high-performing environment.
• Ensure the charity remains fully compliant with all financial responsibilities—HMRC, the Charity Commission, Companies House, funders and commissioners—and ensure all returns are submitted accurately and on time.
• Oversee the external payroll provider, ensuring services meet needs and that all statutory obligations are handled properly and on time.

This role will be based onsite 4 days with 1 day working from home per week.

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