Cathedral Appointments | B Corp™
Head of Finance
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Up to £70k FTE | Part-Time (Up to 20 Hours per Week over 5 days)
Company Overview:
Our client is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation supporting business growth, sustainability, and economic development. They are seeking an experienced Head of Finance to join their Senior Leadership Team, providing strategic financial leadership and helping to shape the organisation's long-term success. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative and purpose-driven environment.
Role Overview:
- Provide strategic financial leadership as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning activities.
- Deliver insightful financial reporting and analysis to senior stakeholders and the Board.
- Ensure robust financial governance, compliance, and effective internal controls.
- Support organisational growth through commercial analysis and strategic financial advice.
- Mentor and develop the finance function to maintain high standards and continuous improvement.
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Responsibilities:
- Prepare and manage annual budgets, rolling forecasts, cash flow reporting, and financial modelling.
- Review monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial performance.
- Produce clear financial reports and recommendations for the CEO, Board, and Committees.
- Oversee statutory reporting, VAT compliance, audits, and relationships with external financial advisers.
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and support to the Assistant Accountant.
- Collaborate with operational teams on budgets, financial planning, and business initiatives.
- Work alongside commercial teams to support revenue forecasting and business growth opportunities.
- Assist with business cases, investment appraisals, grant reporting, and project financial management.
- Maintain efficient, accurate, and compliant financial processes and controls.
- Identify financial risks and opportunities while supporting informed decision-making across the organisation.
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Benefits:
- Part-time working arrangement offering flexibility.
- Opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team.
- Influence strategic business decisions and organisational growth.
- Collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to work within an innovative organisation focused on sustainability and development.
- Professional autonomy with the opportunity to shape the finance function.
If you are a quality-driven fully qualified accountant looking to make an impact within an organisation focused on innovation and sustainability, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence.
Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
Recruitment Consultant: Matt Wicks
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