Berkshire | Home-based with occasional meetings in Bracknell
Approx. 5 hours per week
Berkshire Lowland Search and Rescue (BLSAR) is looking for a Head of Finance to join our Leadership Team and help guide the long-term sustainability of a vital emergency service.
BLSAR is a wholly volunteer run search and rescue charity supporting:
Thames Valley Police in the search for high-risk vulnerable missing people
Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service with water-based searches and drone support
Local authorities during flooding and major incidents
Behind every operational deployment is strong governance and financial oversight. This role plays a key part in ensuring we can continue delivering our life-saving work.
The Role
As Head of Finance, you will sit on the Leadership Team and report to the Board of Trustees. You'll provide strategic financial leadership while ensuring robust financial management across the charity.
Key Responsibilities
Provide financial leadership and oversight
Maintain financial policies, controls and procedures
Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
Ensure compliance with UK charity and financial regulations
Manage insurance and financial risk
Support strategic planning and long-term sustainability
Present financial updates to the Leadership Team and Trustees
About you
Essential:
Experience in financial management or accounting
Leadership experience
Knowledge of UK charity financial and regulatory requirements
Ability to present complex financial information clearly
Strong IT skills (including Microsoft tools)
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
Preferred
Previous finance role in a charity or nonprofit
Financial planning and budget management experience
Knowledge of charity governance and compliance
Personal Qualities
High integrity and professionalism
Collaborative and supportive leadership style
Proactive and self-motivated
Strong communication skills
What you'll gain
A chance to shape the future of a life-saving charity
Leadership experience within an emergency response organisation
The opportunity to make a real impact in your community
Flexible volunteering alongside your career
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