HEAD OF FINANCE

Accounting & Finance
January 16, 2024

Job Description


Job title: HEAD OF FINANCE

Company: Guru

Job description: An experienced Head of Finance who is passionate about making a real difference is sought for a leading charity based in London. Working at the forefront of the business the Head of Finance will lead an efficient and effective finance team that works collaboratively with other teams to meet the organisations financial aims.

This is a hybrid role, and it is expected that you will attend the office in Islington for a minimum one day a week.

This fantastic charity funds research to cure, treat and prevent type 1 diabetes. They provide information for children, adults and parents living with the condition, at all stages from diagnosis and beyond, giving a voice to people with type 1 diabetes and campaigning for increased focus, funding, and research to find the cure.

Acting as a key member of the Finance Management Team the Head of Finance is responsible for leading an efficient finance team, coordinating the annual budget-setting process, overseeing the distribution and review of management accounts, and reporting on financial performance to relevant teams. This role involves providing business partnering support to senior colleagues, preparing and monitoring cash-flow forecasts, ensuring effective financial controls and statutory compliance, and leading on financial aspects of digital projects and new funding mechanisms. Additionally, the Head of Finance manages day-to-day operations, coaches, and mentors the finance team, fosters collaborative working with other teams, oversees payroll processes, and administers the organisation’s group personal pension scheme. The position requires a pragmatic approach, excellent technical accounting skills, and the ability to lead projects and teams effectively.

To qualify… You should be a Head of Finance / Financial Director / Senior Finance Lead / Chief Financial Officer or similar with a CV that demonstrates:

  • Accounting at a senior level in a charity with significant fundraised income (£1M+)
  • Five years management of finance staff
  • CCAB qualified accountant or studying towards qualification or a willingness to work towards it.
  • Knowledge of the charity SORP
  • Cross-departmental project management
  • Taking the lead on statutory account and related audit file preparation
  • Excellent technical accounting and analytical skills (Sage Line 200)
  • Good all-round communications and demonstrable interpersonal skills
  • Ability to lead teams and projects.
  • Ability to organise time, prioritise and meet deadlines.
  • Willingness to work some hours outside the normal working day from time to time.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Finance to make a real difference in an exciting role. In return expect a fabulous company offering a friendly working environment with many benefits.

Expected salary:

Location: London

Job date: Sun, 14 Jan 2024 23:44:31 GMT

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