Interim Head of Finance (6-Month Contract) Start Date: 3rd November Location: Hybrid - 50% office (Birmingham), 50% home-based Working Pattern: 4 days per week We are seeking a qualified accountant to backfill the current Head of Finance while she undertakes a secondment. This is a pivotal role within a grant-giving charity comprising three independent charities, consolidated for accounting purposes. The organisation is permanently endowed, with an investment portfolio of approximately 100 properties. This is not a straightforward accounting role - we are looking for someone with strong strategic oversight and financial leadership, ideally with third sector experience. The charity operates on a quarterly income cycle, requiring quarterly management accounts and robust financial planning. Key Responsibilities: Lead the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across all entities. Oversee quarterly management accounts and support strategic financial decision-making. Manage the consolidation of accounts across the three charities. Monitor and report on the performance of the property investment portfolio. Collaborate with grant-making teams to ensure financial compliance and transparency. Maintain strong financial controls and risk management practices. Requirements: Fully qualified accountant (e., ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Proven experience in charity finance, ideally within the third sector. Strong understanding of endowment and investment accounting. Experience with consolidated accounts and property portfolios. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.