Head of Finance

Mackie Myers

Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 11 days

Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 6JE, England

£60,000 - £72,000 per annum

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

Our client, a highly respected charity near Slough, is seeking a Head of Finance to provide essential financial leadership.
The successful candidate will have experience in a charity or not-for-profit organization and a solid understanding of SORP, Gift Aid, and VAT.
Key responsibilities include leading budget preparation, delivering financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations.
The role offers a salary of £65,000 to £70,000 per year and requires a minimum of five years of relevant experience.
Flexible working arrangements are available, allowing for some home-working while contributing to a meaningful cause.

Our ClientA highly respected charity near Slough (conveniently located on the Elizabeth Line), dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to its community. This organisation blends compassion-driven services with financial and operational excellence to sustain its impactful work.The RoleAs the interim or permanent Head of Finance, you will report to the Finance Director and provide essential financial leadership to support strategic decision-making and operational effectiveness. This pivotal role ensures the organisation's financial sustainability while fostering a collaborative and supportive culture. Key responsibilities include:

Leading the preparation of accurate and timely budgets, financial forecasts, and year-end accounts.
Delivering insightful financial analysis to senior leaders and Trustees to inform strategic decisions.
Ensuring robust financial controls and compliance with statutory regulations.
Supporting the implementation of a new financial accounting system to enhance operational efficiency.
Managing and developing the Finance Team to maintain high standards of performance and accountability.

The Successful CandidateTo succeed in this role, you will be a proactive and experienced finance professional with:

Experience in a charity or not-for-profit organisation, with a solid understanding of SORP, Gift Aid, and VAT.
Proven expertise in financial analysis, statutory accounts preparation, and VAT reporting.
Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop your team.
Exceptional Excel skills, with experience in Exchequer being desirable.

What’s on Offer?

Open to both interim and permanent candidates.
Flexible working arrangements, including some home-working.
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a dedicated and compassionate team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and skilled finance professional to contribute to the ongoing success of a vital organisation.

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