Head of Finance

As a Head of Finance in London, the work centres on overseeing the preparation of financial accounts, forecasting and the financial aspects of large-scale project and programme budgets, ensuring robust reporting and monitoring. It would suit someone who can bring strong professional approach to the role.

Role overview

Lead, manage and continually improve the organisation’s finance function, including training, developing and supporting the finance team. OverviewWe are currently partnering with a Not for profit organisation based in London, who are recruiting for a Head of Finance on a permanent basis.

Main responsibilities

Overseeing the preparation of financial accounts, forecasting and the financial aspects of large-scale project and programme budgets, ensuring robust reporting and monitoring. Act as the Executive Lead for the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, preparing and presenting papers as required and working closely with governance and HR colleagues. Monitoring cash flow and reserves and analyse performance against the organisation’s business plan and financial dashboard.

What helps someone succeed

Strong professional approach.

Requirements

• Skilled in developing and enhancing financial reporting tools and systems, with the ability to coach and support others in their use.
• Must hold a formally recognised professional accounting qualification.
• Be fully qualified with experience working within the not for profit sector.

Job details

• Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days (pro-rated) per year + statutory bank holidays.
• Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington.
• Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office.
• Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.