Cedar East Sussex, England, United Kingdom
Head of Finance
Cedar East Sussex, England, United Kingdom
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Role type:Fixed Term Contract (7 months)
Location:South East (Hybrid Working)
Are you an experienced finance leader with a strong track record in managing finance teams and delivering high-quality financial reporting in the not-for-profit sector? We're working with a respected charitable organisation in the South East that is seeking a Head of Finance to join them on a 7-month fixed-term basis.
This is a key leadership role, reporting directly to the Director of Finance and overseeing a large finance team of 20+. You'll play a pivotal part in finalising the 2024/25 audit, leading month-end processes, enhancing systems and controls, and helping shape the organisation's financial strategy over the next 3 years.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide leadership and day-to-day management of the finance function, including purchase/sales ledger, management accounting, financial reporting, and cashflow.
* Deliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts with variance analysis and commentary.
* Lead the production of year-end statutory accounts for the organisation and its subsidiaries, in line with Charity SORP (FRS 102).
* Oversee external audit preparation and coordination.
* Support the Director of Finance with strategic financial planning and Board reporting.
* Contribute to the review and improvement of financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency.
* Provide financial oversight for the development of the 2026/27 budget.
Key Requirements:
* Strong experience in producing consolidated statutory accounts under Charity SORP - essential.
* Demonstrated ability to lead large finance teams and deliver against tight deadlines.
* Significant experience in financial planning, analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.
* Proficiency in Excel and accounting software
* Experience in not-for-profit, charity, or housing association environments.
* Strong communicator with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly.
* Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to operational finance.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a mission-led organisation making a real impact, where your financial expertise and leadership will help shape the future. If you are immediately available or approaching the end of a contract, and you thrive in a values-driven, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Industries
Accounting
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