I am delighted to be working with an incredible refugee support charity in search of an Interim Head of Finance to oversee financial operations and embed effective financial systems and controls. This is an immediate start full-time (will consider 4 days a week), hybrid role for 9 months.
Key responsibilities: ✅ Financial Management & Compliance • Lead financial management and reporting, supporting the audit process for the charity’s UK and Group accounts • Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures, HMRC, Gift Aid, Companies House, and Charity Commission returns • Oversee banking operations, mandates, bookkeeping, payment processing, and cash flow through Xero • Manage end-of-year accounts (2024), including audit preparation with consultant support • Handle consolidated accounts for France and Greece
✅ Budgeting & Forecasting • Support and manage annual budget design, review, and monitoring • Develop forecasting processes and provide guidance to senior leadership • Support SLT in managing their own budgets, ensuring financial accountability
✅ System Integration & Process Improvement • Streamline restricted funds management and improve system integration • Review finance processes and controls, ensuring efficiency and compliance
✅ Financial Reporting & Communication • Deliver monthly management accounts review and cash flow forecasts • Provide clear and insightful financial reports for the Leadership Team and Board • Communicate complex financial information effectively to non-finance stakeholders
About you: ✔️ Experience as in the non-profit/charity sector ✔️ Strong knowledge of Xero and financial reporting systems ✔️ Experience managing audits, budgets, and consolidated accounts ✔️ Ability to communicate financial insights clearly to non-finance teams ✔️ Available immediately for a 9-month interim role
If you’re a finance professional passionate about making an impact and are immediately available, apply now – I’d love to discuss this opportunity with you!
