Head of Finance

Head of Finance

Full-Time 60000 - 75000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and develop a high-performing finance team while managing core financial operations.
  • Company: A respected not-for-profit organisation focused on making a positive impact.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Join a dynamic team and contribute to meaningful change.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in a purpose-driven organisation while shaping financial strategy.
  • Qualifications: Proven finance leadership experience and strong strategic insight.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 Β£ per year.

A highly regarded SME-sized not-for-profit organisation is seeking an accomplished Head of Finance to join its senior leadership team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who is looking to make a genuine impact within a purpose-driven organisation. Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, driving performance, and ensuring the organisation remains financially robust as it continues to grow and evolve.

The Role

As Head of Finance, you will lead and develop a high-performing finance function while remaining hands-on in the delivery of core financial operations. You will be responsible for providing both strategic insight and operational excellence, partnering with senior stakeholders to support informed decision-making across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team
  • Managing the annual budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Producing timely and accurate management accounts and financial reports
  • Overseeing statutory accounts preparation and external audit processes
  • Ensuring robust financial controls, governance and compliance
  • Providing commercial analysis and strategic financial guidance to senior leaders
  • Supporting long-term financial planning

Head of Finance employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

As a highly regarded SME-sized not-for-profit organisation based in Suffolk, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With a strong focus on professional development and meaningful impact, we offer competitive salaries and benefits, alongside opportunities for growth within a purpose-driven environment. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and is dedicated to making a difference in the community.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

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We think you need these skills to ace Head of Finance

Financial Strategy Development
Budgeting and Forecasting
Management Accounting
Financial Reporting
Statutory Accounts Preparation
External Audit Management
Financial Controls