Grafton Banks Finance are working with a successful SME organisation with offices in Brighton, East Sussex to recruit a Head of Finance on an initial 3–6-month contract basis. Reporting into the COO and CEO you will be responsible for supporting with the business with managing the day-to-day operations of the company’s finances and operations. You will deliver timely and user-friendly management information, increase financial awareness, and ensure a comprehensive control environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Work closely with the COO/Deputy CEO to deliver maximum financial effectiveness to improve financial sustainability of the Charity and identify opportunities to maximise profitability.
2. Support the COO/Deputy CEO in the budgeting process and preparation of financial reports for Board meetings, including monthly management accounts and cash flows, supporting schedules and variance analysis.
3. Support the Trustees and Executive as required with financial performance assessments and strategic analysis, to identify and avert financial risks.
4. To provide accurate and timely budgetary, accounting and financial advice to budget holders in accordance with legislation and professional guidelines.
5. Provide decision support and analysis to the Executive team e.g., financial modelling, contract review, and commercial analysis.
6. Maintain the organisation’s accounting system, ensuring records are accurate ...