Head of Finance
Drive financial excellence and join a purpose-driven mission at senior level. As Head of Finance you will safeguard the organisation’s financial wellbeing, lead a high-performing team and support our international impact work across the UK and Nepal.
Key Responsibilities
* Financial Leadership & Strategy
o Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting and long‑term planning.
o Provide clear financial insight to Trustees, senior leaders and operational teams.
o Support organisational strategy with sound financial direction.
* Financial Management & Control
o Oversee day‑to‑day finance operations, including payroll, banking and cash flow.
o Prepare quarterly management accounts and monthly group consolidations.
o Manage UK and international multi‑currency cash flows.
o Act as the key interface with investment managers.
o Lead statutory reporting, external audit and compliance with SORP requirements.
* Governance & Compliance
o Maintain robust internal controls and oversee internal audits.
o Lead on fraud prevention and financial policies.
o Ensure ongoing compliance with Charity Commission and HMRC regulations.
* Stakeholder Engagement
o Liaise confidently with banks, auditors, advisers, investment managers and government bodies.
o Support colleagues with grants, project proposals, budgeting and financial oversight.
o Provide financial advice across all departments and international teams.
* Leadership
o Lead and develop a UK finance team and support finance colleagues overseas.
o Provide mentoring and professional development.
o Serve as Secretary to both the Audit and Investment Committees.
About You
You are a dynamic, influential and strategic finance leader who thrives in purpose‑driven environments. You will bring:
* A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Charity/third sector experience or the ability to quickly adapt to SORP.
* Strong financial reporting, controls and systems confidence.
* Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams.
* Ability to work both strategically and hands‑on.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
* Experience implementing a new finance system.
What’s on Offer
* Hybrid role based in Salisbury, Wiltshire.
* Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week.
* Competitive salary.
* 25 days annual leave, bank holidays.
* Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
* Private medical insurance.
* Free on‑site parking.
* Opportunities to visit overseas programmes and see the impact first‑hand.
* A supportive, passionate and values‑driven culture.
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