07th September, 2026 Head of Finance75,000 International Development Permanent | London | Hybrid Trace are delighted to be supporting a purpose-led international development organisation with the search for a Head of Finance to join their team. This is a broad and influential finance leadership role, reporting directly to the CFO and overseeing a team across finance operations and administration. It’s an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys being close to the detail while also playing a key role in strengthening systems, controls and organisational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong technical accountant and leader who is looking for a move into the charity sector, or a charity Finance Manager or Financial Controller looking for a step up. Key Responsibilities Financial accounting, reporting, budgeting and forecasting Annual statutory accounts and month-end processes Audit, governance, compliance and financial controls Cashflow, banking and investment management Donations management and Gift Aid Payroll, payments and financial administration Finance systems and process improvement Office administration and shared services Leading, developing and mentoring a small finance team We’re looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with at least three years’ post-qualification experience and a strong grounding in financial and management accounting. You’ll ideally bring experience across UK GAAP, Charity SORP, charity accounting, VAT, audit, multi-currency environments and financial systems, alongside excellent Excel skills. Experience with donor management systems would also be advantageous but not a requirement. Beyond the technical skills, this role would suit someone who is collaborative, pragmatic and comfortable operating across a wide range of stakeholders. Someone who can combine strong financial governance with a service-focused, solutions-oriented approach.
Head Of Finance - £103,102 - £117,560 A Year employer: Arlington Resource Management Careers
As a leading player in the Consumer Goods and Retail sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our remote working model offers flexibility, while our commitment to employee growth ensures that you will have access to professional development opportunities and equity participation, making this an exciting and rewarding role for a seasoned finance professional.
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