We have been retained by a growing, highly respected charity with a fantastic reputation for delivering community projects that change the lives of a huge spectrum of people across the North West. We’re now looking for an experienced Head of Finance to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the charity's future.
As Head of Finance, you will be a trusted strategic advisor to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees, central to ensuring the charity’s financial sustainability, resilience and growth and helping the organisation maximise its impact through clear insight, strong governance and smart financial planning.
The Role
- Acting as a key financial advisor to the CEO, SLT and Trustees
- Leading budgeting, forecasting and quarterly re-forecasting processes
- Preparing and presenting monthly management accounts with clear insight and commentary
- Monitoring cashflow and reserves, advising on risk, investment and long-term sustainability
- Overseeing bookkeeping, reconciliations and debtor management
- Preparing quarterly VAT returns and monthly Gift Aid claims
- Managing restricted, unrestricted and designated funds in line with charity accounting standards
- Ensuring timely month-end close and reporting
- Supporting grant reporting and funder compliance
- Managing invoicing, supplier payments and relationships owning and optimising QuickBooks, with a focus on automation and efficiency
- Ensuring compliance with Charity Commission and Companies House requirements
- Leading audit preparation and working closely with external auditors
- Preparing statutory accounts and corporation tax returns
- Maintaining and improving financial controls, policies and procedures
- Keeping ahead of regulatory change (including SORP developments) and advising accordingly
Joining this organisation offers the opportunity to be part of a passionate team committed to making a difference. The role offers a hybrid, part-time schedule ( 2-3 days per week) that promotes work-life balance, alongside competitive benefits designed to support your professional and personal growth. Working for a community-focused charity provides a meaningful career move, where your expertise will directly contribute to impactful work.
