Chief Financial Officer, c£55K + exceptional benefits – Hereford
Package
Salary circa £55,000; pension (employer contribution 8%), 25 days leave + statutory; free parking; 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday; office based with some flexible working from home; relocation package in appropriate circumstances.
Outline Responsibiliites - Chief Financial Officer
Appealing to someone who enjoys variety, working with a broad range of talented individuals across a diverse organization that encompasses charity, faith and commerce. The CFO will be responsible for specific projects in line with the developing needs of the organisation. A brief outline of the main duties include:-
Financial Management and Compliance
Lead and manage the finance team of five, ensuring efficient operation, and adequate financial systems, controls, KPIs and continuity plans are in place
Deliver the annual budget, and re-forecasts
Delivery of monthly management accounts and balance sheets, appropriate reporting and KPIs, and other forecasts and information as required
Work closely with budget holders to provide partnering and support in the management of their budgets
Prepare / oversee annual accounts and VAT returns
Lead the preparation for the annual independent audit, ensure recommendations are approved and implemented
Ensure all financial and business matters are handled in a compliant manner, e.g. gift aid, pensions, payroll, annual returns and legacies
Advise and support the integration of a new CRM and upgrade of finance systems
Financial Strategy
Lead a strategically orientated service that supports the finance and wider team in delivery of the organisation objectives
Work with senior colleagues to develop financial strategy and provide professional financial and accounting advice
Provide professional support to ensure decision making is informed and based on grounded value cases, ensuring continuing improvement and value for money
Report on all finance related matters, making an effective and strategic contribution to financial decision making
Lead and maintain a culture of strong financial accountability across the organisation
Attend meetings of the governance committees, work with chairs in the production of committee reports
Chief Financial Officer - Applicant Requirements
Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) or qualified by experience
Ideally having worked in the charity sector, or similar and highly regulated sector
Understanding of advanced and fund accounting, current legislation and tax planning
Confident leader, able to work independently and manage the finance team
Enjoys working with a wide range of colleagues with talents and abilities across a diverse organisation