Interim Head of Finance / Financial Controller
Location: Active Pathways & Evermore Care Homes Central Office (Chorley)
Contract: Contract (3 to 6 months), Part-Time (22-30 hours/week)
Hours: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm / 37.5 hours/week
Salary: c£70,000 pro-rata (based on experience)
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Interim Head of Finance / Financial Controller to lead our small internal finance team at Active Pathways. This part-time role (3-4 days/week for 3 to 6 months) reports directly to the Managing Director and is part of our senior leadership team during a growth phase.
Why Join Active Pathways?
With over 20 years of experience in Lancashire and Yorkshire, Active Pathways is dedicated to delivering recovery-focused mental health and rehabilitation services for adults aged 18+. Guided by our values of Passion, Safety, and Quality, we offer excellent development opportunities and a people-first culture.
About the Role:
As Interim Head of Finance, you will oversee the finance function, leading the Assistant Accountant and Finance Assistant. Your responsibilities include ensuring financial stewardship, operational efficiency, and compliance across our care homes and mental health services. You will produce management accounts, coordinate audits, forecast cash flow, and report to senior stakeholders. Additionally, you will drive process improvements, digital initiatives, and support the financial strategy as we recruit a permanent Finance Director.
Responsibilities:
1. Lead preparation and review of management accounts for multiple profit and loss centres
2. Oversee audit processes and ensure compliance with regulations and standards
3. Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital
4. Manage Accounts Receivable and Payable effectively
5. Provide financial insights and reports to the Managing Director and Board
6. Lead continuous improvement of finance systems, processes, and controls
7. Line manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a collaborative culture
8. Represent Active Pathways and Evermore Care Values
What We Are Looking For:
1. Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
2. Proven senior finance management experience, preferably in care or health sectors
3. Strong commercial, strategic, and stakeholder management skills
4. Excellent leadership and communication skills
5. Advanced MS Excel skills; experience with accounting software (Xero desirable)
6. Experience managing multi-entity finance functions and KPIs
7. Ability to work flexibly part-time and manage priorities
Benefits:
1. 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service, plus recognition days at 2, 3, and 5 years
2. Birthday day off (flexible within three months)
3. Funded professional memberships and career development programs
4. Health Cash Plan, Blue Light Card, Employee Assistance Programme
5. Company Sick Pay: 1 week full pay, 1 half pay after probation
6. Option to purchase additional leave
7. Refer a Friend scheme (up to £500), free DBS checks, free parking
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Active Pathways Ltd is an inclusive employer that values diversity and supports applicants throughout the recruitment process. Adjustments are available for application or interview stages.
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