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Head of Finance

Job Posted: 12 hours ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Saint Ives, St. Ives, United Kingdom

Expire in: a month

Job Description

We're recruiting on behalf of a growing, values‑led charity for an experienced Head of Finance. This is a senior role with responsibility for leading the financial function, ensuring strong governance & Compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making at board level.

You'll work closely with the CEO, COO and trustees, providing clear financial insight while ensuring the organisation remains compliant within a regulated environment.

Key responsibilities

Lead the overall financial management of the organisation
Prepare and present clear financial reports to the Board of Trustees
Manage annual budgets and maintain a rolling 5‑year financial plan
Oversee year‑end accounts and manage external audits
Act as Company Secretary, ensuring regulatory and governance compliance
Lead and support the Finance and Governance Manager 
Support funding activity such as, attending funder meetings, contributing to funding bids and producing financial reports for funders
Actively support the work of the senior leadership team, including advising on strategy through financial lensWho we are looking for: 

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
Previous experience in a senior finance role within a regulated environment
Strong technical knowledge across budgeting, forecasting and reporting
Confident presenting financial information to senior stakeholders and boards
Experience managing audits and complex financial compliance requirements
Commercially minded, with the ability to add value beyond the numbers
Comfortable working autonomously while collaborating closely with senior leaders
Aligned with a purpose‑led organisation and its values What's on offer:

Salary of £50,000 - £55,000, depending on experience
Hybrid working model (2 office days a week)
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Plus 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year
Westfield Health Scheme and Rewards (including gym discounts)
Monthly working‑from‑home allowance
Pension scheme
Training and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
One paid volunteer day per yearIf you have the right attributes, skillset and feel you will be able to add value, then what are you waiting for...hit that apply button to find out more

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