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Interim Head of Finance – Ambleside - £55,000 to £58,000 – Offered on a day rate or Fixed Term Contract – Minimum of 3 months – Hybrid
We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Interim Head of Finance to provide strategic and operational financial leadership for a thriving and fantastic charity based in Ambleside. This a try wonderful charity based in the Lake District. Entering into an exciting phase of transformation they are seeking a talented individual to be able to undertake the day to day responsibilities of the role whilst undertaking a review of current systems and processes.
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will play a key role within the Senior Leadership Team, supporting Trustees and senior colleagues with clear financial insight, robust governance and strong financial management.
They are seeking someone in two parts
* Initial 3 to 4 months to assess the department and review systems and processess
* Permanent role
* It maybe the same person goes temp to perm
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the day-to-day financial management of the charity
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and management accounts
* Strengthen financial controls, reporting and compliance
* Lead statutory accounts preparation and annual audit process
* Support Trustees, Finance & Risk Committee and governance requirements
* Act as Company Secretary and ensure regulatory compliance
* Manage financial risk, sustainability and business planning
* Support digital transformation, IT systems and data security oversight
* Lead and support finance and operational teams during a period of transition
About You
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
* Proven senior finance leadership experience, ideally within charity or not-for-profit sectors
* Strong technical accounting, governance and compliance knowledge
* Experienced in working with Boards and Trustees
* Commercially minded, collaborative and able to operate strategically and operationally
* Calm, adaptable and confident leading through change
Additional information
* The role can be full time or over 4 days per week
* The role may pay slightly more for the initial temporary role
* Accommodation is offered for someone who might be able to work away from home part / all of the week
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