As our new Head of Finance, you'll be a key member of the Business Development Team - managing a small team and ensuring they deliver a high-quality service. You will work closely with the Executive Team and Board of Trustees, ensuring they have a clear understanding of the hospice's financial position.
You'll be joining a values-led, CQC Outstanding rated hospice at a pivotal moment in our journey. Together, we are strengthening and evolving our services to meet changing needs across Wigan and Leigh, while staying rooted in our mission: to promote and provide outstanding care, specialist support, and information for people experiencing and affected by life-limiting illness, dying, and bereavement.
Contract: Permanent
Application deadline: Thursday 10th July at 9:00am
Interviews: Friday 18th July
Main duties of the job
As Head of Finance, you will lead the hospice's budgeting and audit processes, as well as producing management accounts, forecasts, statutory returns, and investments. You will collaborate with managers across the hospice to help them understand their budgets and play a vital role in improving efficiencies and managing costs.
This role is available for 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Friday 4 pm finish), with a salary of £55,690 - £62,682 per annum. A hybrid work approach is available, allowing up to 12 days per week working from home, depending on service needs.
To apply, please send your CV along with a one-page supporting statement explaining why you believe you are the right fit.
Our Interview Process
Initial interviews will include a panel interview and a presentation. You will also have the opportunity to tour our hospice.
For more information or an informal chat, contact our HR team at hr@wlh.org.uk.
If you do not hear from us within two weeks after the closing date, your application has been unsuccessful.
About us
Wigan and Leigh Hospice is a well-established charity operating since 1983, providing a wide range of palliative care services tailored to individual needs.
Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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Job responsibilities
** For details, please refer to the attached Recruitment Pack **
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
* Advanced knowledge of financial systems, experience with Sage 200 or similar
* Ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate effectively with non-financial managers
* Understanding of Charities SORP, charity accounting standards, and relevant regulations
* Proactive problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Qualifications
* Recognized CCAB accountancy qualification (CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, or equivalent)
* Experience in senior finance roles, including management accounts, audits, and budgeting
* Experience managing audits, producing annual accounts, managing payroll, pensions, and remuneration in complex organizations
* Experience leading a team
* Charity finance sector experience
Personal Qualities & Attributes
* Highly organized, able to prioritize and meet deadlines
* Approachable, enthusiastic, and collaborative
* Committed to personal and professional development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
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