Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsTemporary contract availbale in Reading for an amazing charityQualified Accountant, Head of Finance, Charity experienceAbout Our ClientOur client is a well-regarded not-for-profit organisation in Reading. Boasting a small-sized, collaborative team, this organisation is committed to serving the local community.Job DescriptionPart time role, 3 days per week. Office based.Managementor two staff members * Overall responsibility for the Finance, Marketing and Health & Safety functions. * Contribute to the strategic development of the organisation, including Business planning and budgeting. * Work with Governance Trustee to meet current legislation. * Responsibility for maintaining Risk Register with the Governance Trustee. Financial Control * Oversight and governance of finance operations * Maintaining appropriate financial and operational controls, instituting necessary new or additional controls as per best practices, including periodic reporting on control/risk assessment matters to Committee. * Overall responsibility for the production of the quarterly income reports * Overall responsibility for the production of the annual report and accounts. 4% income check on endowment at beginning of Financial Year and submit proposal to ensure we meet our Grant requirements. 1Breakdown of fund development, working with CEO to confirm recurring income information is included into Budget.* Community First annual drawdown- discuss opportunity with CEO and Committee. * Produce monthly Dashboard for CEO. * GDPR Compliance. * Regularly updating Strategic plan for the Board. * Provide quarterly update to board. * Overseeing Monthly Payroll. * Reviewing changes in legislation for Finance function. * Lead quarterly committee meetings. * Ensure Financial assessments are completed by Finance team for each Grant application.The Successful ApplicantA successful Finance Director/ Head of Finance should have:Essential:Degree EducatedFully Qualified Accountant ( ACA, CIMA, ACCA)Previous experience in the not-for-profit industry.Proven working experience as a Financial controller/ Head of Finance/ Finance DirectorHands on approach to FinanceLive local to Reading, Berkshire ( the role requires 3 days per week in the office)Parking is availableUK Right to WorkWhat's on OfferSalary £60,000 pro rataPart time role ( 3 days per week)office based minimum 2 days per week, 1 day from homeparking3 month contract, likely extension to 6 monthspossible temp-to-perm opportunityContactJason TaylorQuote job refJN-052025-6739300Phone number01865 208 471Job summaryJob functionAccountingSubsectorFinancial Director / CFOSectorNot For ProfitLocationReadingContract typeTemporaryConsultant nameJason TaylorConsultant phone01865 208 471Job referenceJN-052025-6739300