As Head of Finance, you will be a member of the Executive Team, supporting the Chief Executive with the overall direction and long-term financial viability of the Charity. You will be accountable for developing and implementing the organisation s financial strategy, delivering effective financial planning, monitoring and reporting, and maintaining sound financial and risk management systems.,

Provide sound financial advice to the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees and senior managers to support effective leadership and management of the Charity
Lead financial planning, budgeting, cash flow management and resource allocation, ensuring strong processes for performance monitoring at all levels
Establish and oversee financial reporting systems, monitoring key performance indicators and delivering management information to the Board
Take responsibility for compliance with accounting, tax and regulatory requirements, ensuring internal financial systems and controls are robust and scalable
Undertake the role of Company Secretary, ensuring all statutory and regulatory governance obligations are met
Lead procurement of systems, products and services, driving cost savings and value for money in line with the Charity Governance Code
Oversee relationships with banks, auditors, payroll providers, insurers and charity finance specialists, ensuring the Charity manages its assets effectively
Ensure appropriate risk management techniques and financial controls are Embedded at strategic and operational levels

This role will suit a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with senior-level finance leadership experience in a charity or not-for-profit organisation of comparable scale. You will bring strong technical knowledge of Charity SORP, charity law and financial governance, a collaborative leadership style, and the confidence to operate with minimum direction in a small Executive Team. Experience of company secretarial duties and charity governance is essential.

Private medical insurance provided through Bupa after 1 years service
Continuous training and professional development opportunities
Staff wellbeing events throughout the year
Team building days
Employee Assistance Programme - this is a scheme run by Dudley Lodge for its employees. It enables staff to gain access to qualified advisors for a wide range of services day or night.
Cash plan - After 1 year s continuous employment, you can opt for free cover under this Cash Plan policy.
A pension scheme with Standard Life, Dudley Lodge contributes 5% towards your pension, also matching additional employee contributions up to 7.5%. The company will increase its contribution to 10% after an employee has reached their 10 years service, on condition employees contribute the same.
Life Assurance - Group Life Assurance Policy with Unun Life. Life. The scheme provides a tax-free benefit to all permanent employees, paying a lump sum amount of 2 x salary in the event of death in service.
Free tea, coffee, water and fruit for all staff
Enhanced holidays:
27 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 5 years continuous employment
34 days plus 8 bank holidays - over 5 years continuous employment
Flu Vaccine: For Staff that do not qualify for the flu vaccine through the NHS
Bike (Cycle) Scheme: Staff can purchase a bike (max, £1000 or 50% of monthly contractual salary). The employee cycle loan request form should be completed for validation.
Long Service Awards: We value our staff and to show recognition we offer long service awards.

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