Head of Finance

We are hiring on behalf of our client, to recruit an Interim Head of Finance, with the opportunity to turn permanent. The current Head of Finance will be stepping down at the end of July following completion of audit fieldwork. Reporting to the CEO, this role will be primarily responsible for the transactional aspects of finance

Head of Finance Responsibilities

This position will involve, but will not be limited to:

Provide strategic financial oversight for the charity by ensuring accurate monthly reconciliations, preparation of quarterly management accounts and KPIs, and effective cashflow and expenditure forecasting.
Lead the finance function including direct line management of the Finance Manager and overall leadership of a five-person team, supporting professional development within a restructured department.
Oversee compliance and regulatory responsibilities, ensuring adherence to Charity Commission financial guidelines, SORP, and all relevant tax and VAT legislation.
Manage core financial operations such as payroll administration, maximising Gift Aid recovery, and maintaining robust financial systems and controls.
Support governance and audit processes, collaborating with external auditors and the Audit Committee to produce statutory accounts, and co-developing committee agendas with the Chair.
Collaborate with senior leadership, including the CEO and SMT, on budget setting, legacy fund administration, and governance responsibilities aligned with organisational priorities.

Head of Finance Rewards

Alongside the opportunity to work in a friendly and growing team, you will receive the following benefits:

Generous holiday allowance
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave
Cycle to work scheme
Extensive training opportunities for your own learning and development
Flexible working

The Company

A small but ambitious charity, with a big impact.

Head of Finance Essentials

Professionally qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, or CIPFA) with a strong track record in financial management, ideally within the public or not-for-profit sector
Proven experience in managing and developing finance teams, with a supportive, empathetic, and collaborative leadership style.
Strong understanding of day-to-day financial operations, including transactional finance, payroll, VAT, and the production of management accounts, financial KPIs, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.
Excellent IT skills, particularly in using finance systems and Excel for reporting and financial analysis.
Confident communicator with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders and support strategic planning with senior leadership.
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and resilient under pressure; proactive and solutions-focused, with a genuine interest in the charity's mission and values.

Location

Based in Oxford, this is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, with hybrid working available (2 days in the office) and free onsite parking.

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