Established charity based on London are now looking for a hands on strategic Finance Director to join a small highly dedicated finance team. Working closely with the CEO and the Board of Trustees at a time of restructure. This is a multi layered role and covers the management and development of the IT and Finance Operations.
Responsibility of the Finance and IT Director:-
* Manage and motivate a small professional finance team
* Develop and implement long range financial strategies to ensure the charity's long term sustainability
* Provide high level financial insights for the CEO and the Trustees
* Lead the annual corporate planning and budgeting cycle
* Financial control and statutory reporting
* Oversee the production of monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts in accordance with Charity SORP (FRS 102)
* Lead the relationship with external auditors
* Manage complex tax requirements involving VAT partial exemption and Gift Aid claims
* Ensure full compliance with the Charity Commission, Companies House and GDPR regulations
* Oversee the IT infrastructure
* Lead on major systems improvements including the IT and Digital strategy
* Ensure robust Cyber essentials, disaster recovery plans and data protection.
Requirements of the Finance & IT Director Role:-
* ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified with at least 5 years experience in a Head of Finance or Finance Director role
* Strong charity background
* Proven track record of managing and developing teams
* First rate systems skills to develop the current system and bring it to its full potential
* Available to start at short notice for a 6 to 9 month contract
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