Head of Finance in Bristol

Location: Bristol

Salary: £34.72 per hour

Contract: 1 month temporary (Opportunity to go full time permanent)

Hours: 15 hours per week (1 day in their Bristol office)

Yolk Recruitment Public Sector and Not-for-Profit division is proud to be partnering with a local Bristol charity on their search for a temporary Head of Finance with the option to be considered for the permanent full time position.

About the Role

To be responsible for the strategic financial management at the charity. Provide timely, accurate and clear financial information. Ensure robust accounting and financial systems are in place (approx. turnover £3 million per annum). Provide operational reporting and financial insight to the CEO, external stakeholders and Board of Trustees as appropriate. Work with the CEO and wider Senior Leadership Team to influence and develop our strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership, with accountability for financial strategy, planning, stewardship, control and long-term sustainability, using financial insight, modelling and scenario planning to inform organisational direction.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, ensuring targets are realistic yet challenging, financial risks are identified and mitigated, and services are fully costed and adequately funded.
• Ensure robust financial reporting and governance, producing accurate management accounts, cash flow reports and financial papers for the Board, Finance & Risk Sub-Committee, CEO and senior leaders, and attending meetings as required.
• Develop and maintain accurate cost allocation and financial history, enabling full understanding of service delivery costs, including overheads, to support decision-making and funding recovery.
• Oversee income, funding and expenditure tracking, ensuring compliance with restricted and commissioned funding, timely claims, reconciliations and accurate reporting to funders.
• Manage financial systems, controls and compliance, including the general ledger, banking arrangements, investments, financial policies, risk management and fraud prevention in line with best practice.
• Prepare statutory accounts and lead the annual audit, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial records and effective liaison with auditors.
• Lead payroll and staff cost management, with full accountability for payroll processing, HR cost forecasting, statutory compliance and accurate allocation of staff costs across services and teams.
• Line manage the finance function, ensuring accurate day-to-day financial operations, reconciliations, continuous process improvement and increased financial literacy among managers.
• Support organisational governance and collaboration, acting as Company Secretary, contributing to governance and business planning, working cross-organisation and ensuring resources are used effectively to maximise service impact.

Essential Requirements

• AAT Level 4 qualified
• Management experience
• Ability to run payroll
• Managed different funding streams
• Knowledgeable on creating secure financial reports

To Apply: Please contact Richard Coombs at Yolk Recruitment to discuss the Head of Finance position further.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.