Interim Head of Finance ( Charity)

You are responsible for:

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  Key Responsibilities
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    Financial Systems & Analysis
    Proactively enhance our client's financial systems to effectively manage and oversee project budgets, forecast trends, identify opportunities, and analyse organisational performance to support data-driven decision-making.
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    Strategic Financial Support
    Provide insightful financial analysis to the management team and trustees, including the identification and mitigation of strategic and operational financial risks.
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    Team Leadership
    Line manage and mentor the finance team (currently one Management Accountant), fostering a positive, supportive, and high-performing team environment.
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    Core Finance Operations
    Oversee essential finance functions, including multi-currency payables and receivables, bank and general ledger reconciliations.
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    Financial Reporting
    Prepare accurate financial statements and management accounts, including high-quality reporting for the management team, trustees, and sub-committees.
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    Budgeting & Forecasting
    Lead the annual budgeting process, monitor organisational financial performance, and conduct variance analysis on project P&Ls.
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    Audit & Year-End Management
    Manage the year-end process and annual audits, maintaining day-to-day liaison with auditors and ensuring timely preparation of financial statements.
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    Compliance & Donor Regulations
    Ensure compliance with donor requirements and national legislation, clearly communicating financial obligations across the organisation.
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    Income Generation Support
    Support fundraising efforts by conducting partner due diligence, offering financial guidance, and preparing accurate and compliant budgets for funding proposals that meet our client's requirements.
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    Internal Controls & Governance
    Maintain robust financial systems (including payroll and banking), policies, procedures, and internal controls that adhere to regulatory standards.
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    Cash Flow Management
    Monitor and manage cash flow across multiple bank accounts (GBP, EUR, and USD) to ensure organisational liquidity.
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    Payroll Management
    Administer payroll including calculations, BrightPay submissions, pension contributions, payroll year-end processes, and PSA reporting