Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Management
Lead long-term financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting
Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets
Oversee all accounting functions, including payroll, pensions, and month/year-end close
Monitor cash flow, reserves, and investments
Ensure compliance with financial and regulatory requirements
Lead annual audit and manage external auditor relationships
Oversee investment management arrangements
Operations & Organisational Management
Oversee day-to-day operations and internal controls
Drive continuous improvement in systems, policies, and processes
Manage organisational risk, insurance, and compliance
Oversee IT, facilities, and supplier relationships
Ensure strong data management and reporting systems
Human Resources & Administration
Oversee HR operations, including payroll, benefits, policies, and compliance
Support workforce planning and organisational design
Candidate Profile
Essential
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Senior finance leadership experience (FD or Head of Finance level)
Strong experience in budgeting, reporting, and audit
Experience working with boards or trustees
Hands-on approach in a small or medium-sized organisationDesirable
Charity or non-profit experience
Experience overseeing operations, HR, or IT
Exposure to complex income streams (e.g. restricted funding)
Systems and process improvement experience