Head of Finance - 12 Month Contract (Part-Time)
Are you a qualified accountant with strong strategic and hands-on financial management experience? This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-driven charity making a real social impact.
The Role
We're seeking a Head of Finance to provide strategic oversight and ensure high standards of financial governance. This is a part-time role (2-3 days per week) on a 12-month contract. You'll mainly work remotely, with just one day per month required in the office.
You will lead and support the finance function, work closely with senior leadership and trustees and contribute to organisational strategy while managing financial risks and ensuring compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Produce monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and KPIs
Lead on year-end statutory accounts and audit management
Develop financial strategy and ensure regulatory compliance (Charity Commission, SORP, HMRC, pensions)
Oversee payroll and pension schemes, liaising with external providers
Manage financial systems (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) and payroll systems
Risk management across finance and IT, business continuity planning, and insurance
Complete government returns
Line management of the Finance Manager and oversight of the finance team
Work collaboratively with non-financial managers, senior leadership, and trustees
Support change management and digital transformation projects
About You
Qualified Accountant with 5+ years in a senior accounting role
Strong communicator and strategic thinker, with analytical and critical thinking skills
Experience in charity finance and regulatory compliance desirable
Skilled in leading and developing teams
Comfortable working collaboratively at senior levels
Values-driven and adaptable, with a solutions-focused approach
Available at short notice (ideally by the end of October)
What's on Offer
Part-time (2-3 days per week) - WFH, with attendance to the office once a month
12-month contract
Salary up to c£56,000 (The salary is quoted on a full-time equivalent basis and will be pro rata for PT hours)
30 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
Matched pension contributions (up to 6%)
Enhanced sick pay and parental leave
Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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