Head of Finance

RM Recruit Ltd is working in partnership with our Warwickshire based client to recruit a Head of Finance on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join an impactful organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Our client offers a flexible hybrid working environment, allowing the ideal candidate to balance office and remote work effectively.

As the Head of Finance, you will play a crucial role in shaping the financial strategy and ensuring the financial health of the organisation. You will oversee business planning, provide strategic financial guidance, and manage a team of three finance professionals. This role is key to supporting the organisation’s mission and achieving its long-term goals.

Main duties:

• Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement robust financial strategies and business plans to support the organisation's objectives.
• Provide strategic financial insights to the senior management team to inform decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Manage the preparation of annual accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Oversee cash flow management and ensure the efficient use of financial resources.
• Enhance financial systems, processes, and controls to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Support the preparation of funding proposals and financial aspects of grant applications.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team.

As the ideal candidate you will possess:

• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience. Candidates who are QBE or Part Qualified may be considered.
• Extensive experience in a senior finance role, preferably with exposure to the charity or membership sector.
• Strong leadership and line management skills, with experience managing a team of finance professionals.
• Proven track record in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in financial management software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package including generous holiday allowance. They offer hybrid working 3 or 4 days in the office with the remainder working from home. Also, there is ample professional development and training opportunities including a supportive and inclusive work environment.

RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.