Harvey John Head of Finance & Digital Transformation

Head of Finance & Digital Transformation GBP40,000–45,000 Steyning 2–3 days home working available Harvey John have partnered with an esteemed charity that is widely known across Sussex. This leading organisation has a significant positive impact in the community and can offer an environment filled with passionate, committed staff. This is an organisation which will strongly resonate with many individuals on a personal level. 2024 has brought in a new strategy to revitalise and transform various digital tools and processes which this person will oversee in a newly created leadership role. This new strategy has full support at all levels and significant momentum. Alongside leading the digital transformation across operations, this individual will also manage the finance and IT teams with 2 direct reports. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Operations, you will take a strategic approach to ensuring financial and IT infrastructure sustainability, commercial viability, undertake long-term planning, and deputise for the Director when required. This is an opportunity to really make your mark and give significant business value, which will in turn benefit the wider Sussex community. Responsibilities Act as part of the Senior Managers Team which reports directly to the Board Management of the Finance and IT teams, providing direction, management, confidentiality, support and enabling personal development of staff Support the Director of Finance & Operations in contributing to vision, strategy, and implementation plan, taking responsibility for the implementation and effective monitoring of the team's contribution With relevant stakeholders, develop and deliver the digital transformation of the organisation, ensuring efficiency, value for money and future-proofing of IT provision Coordinate the overall departmental and organisational budget management and effective business planning to aid sustainable resourcing of the organisation. Produce accurate and timely monthly management information and liaise with budget managers on queries. Support the Director in providing input to the Trust's business plan Maintain an overview of the team's approach to Project Management – plan, develop and manage internal projects including the annual audit and production of the annual accounts, ensuring structured project management processes are followed, compliance with funding criteria and reporting. Attend relevant project boards internally and externally accordingly Coordinate the Team's approach to working effectively with partners and stakeholders, represent the Trust on appropriate forums at a senior level, and seek opportunities to develop existing and additional mutually beneficial relationships and networks Responsible for ensuring effective monitoring and reporting on progress and performance of the Finance & DT team activities, including all compliance, e.g. audit, HMRC – including Corporation tax and VAT Working with the Fundraising Team to financially manage, develop and monitor projects and funding bids that secure external income across the Trust Lead the organisation's development of net zero solutions and our reporting capabilities. Be responsible for overseeing payroll processing Be responsible for the financial management processes of the organisation and for implementing the organisation's financial policies and procedures Please apply via website or contact Georgina at Harvey John for further information.

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