Part-time Finance Director ( Charitable organisation)

Job Opportunity: Finance Director / Head of Finance (Part-Time, Temporary) We are seeking a qualified and experienced Finance professional for a temporary, part-time role based in Reading, working with an esteemed charity. About Our Client Our client is a reputable not-for-profit organization in Reading, dedicated to serving the local community with a small, collaborative team. Job Description This is a part-time, office-based role, requiring presence three days per week. Management Responsibilities: Manage two staff members. Oversee Finance, Marketing, and Health & Safety functions. Contribute to strategic development, including business planning and budgeting. Collaborate with Governance Trustee to ensure compliance with legislation. Maintain Risk Register in partnership with Governance Trustee. Financial Control: Oversee finance operations and governance. Maintain financial controls and implement best practices, including periodic reporting on controls and risk assessments. Responsible for quarterly income reports and annual report and accounts. Manage endowment income checks and grant compliance. Work with the CEO on fund development and recurring income. Produce monthly dashboards for the CEO. Ensure GDPR compliance and oversee payroll. Review legislative changes affecting finance. Lead quarterly committee meetings. Ensure financial assessments are completed for each grant application. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with experience in the not-for-profit sector, proven leadership in finance roles, and a hands-on approach. Living near Reading is preferred, with parking available. What We Offer Pro-rata salary of £60,000 Part-time, three days per week, office-based with some remote work Temporary contract initially for three months, with potential extension to six months or a temp-to-perm opportunity Parking facilities #J-18808-Ljbffr