Established charity based on London are now looking for a hands on strategic Finance Director to join a small highly dedicated finance team. Working closely with the CEO and the Board of Trustees at a time of restructure. This is a multi layered role and covers the management and development of the IT and Finance Operations.
Responsibility of the Finance and IT Director:-
Manage and motivate a small professional finance team
Develop and implement long range financial strategies to ensure the charity's long term sustainability
Provide high level financial insights for the CEO and the Trustees
Lead the annual corporate planning and budgeting cycle
Financial control and statutory reporting
Oversee the production of monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts in accordance with Charity SORP (FRS 102)
Lead the relationship with external auditors
Manage complex tax requirements involving VAT partial exemption and Gift Aid claims
Ensure full compliance with the Charity Commission, Companies House and GDPR regulations
Oversee the IT infrastructure
Lead on major systems improvements including the IT and Digital strategy
Ensure robust Cyber essentials, disaster recovery plans and data protection.
Requirements of the Finance & IT Director Role:-
ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified with at least 5 years experience in a Head of Finance or Finance Director role
Strong charity background
Proven track record of managing and developing teams
First rate systems skills to develop the current system and bring it to its full potential
Available to start at short notice for a 6 to 9 month contract
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