Head of Finance & Operations

An exciting position has arisen for a Head of Finance & Operations to join a small not for profit Mental Health Charity to lead their Finance, HR and Operations function. You will be managing a small team and reporting to the CEO.

This position is fast moving and you will need to be immediately available to apply.

Key responsibilities of the role:

1. Work closely with the CEO to develop and implement a robust financial strategy.
2. Lead on providing relevant finance operational support to the Charity in financial accounts, controls, statutory requirements, treasury, payroll, and financial systems.
3. Ensure that all relevant controls are in place and in accordance with the Charity SORP.
4. Lead the preparation of the statutory financial statements and the annual report.
5. Lead the organisational budgeting, forecasting and reporting process providing the right framework and tools to the organisation and consolidating budgets.
6. Ensure the planning and budgeting process is efficient for project budget holders.
7. Manage the HR function of the organisation.
8. Ensure effective implementation and continual review of a people strategy to enable all staff to achieve their fullest potential respecting the diverse experiences and cultures represented.
9. Staff wellbeing: continually seeking to improve the wellbeing of staff and support staff physical and mental health.
10. Manage any external HR consultants or tools deemed necessary.
11. Line management: responsible for the performance management of the Finance and Operations Coordinator.
12. Ensuring HR records are updated and maintained whilst adhering to confidentiality requirements.
13. Performance management: supporting the leadership team in tracking staff development and performance management including setting up relevant processes and tracking mechanisms.

Ideal candidate profile:

1. Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA).
2. Experience of overseeing Finance, HR and Operations.
3. Extensive staff management experience.
4. Advanced Excel skills including V-Lookups, Pivot Tables.

Agency reference number: J86403

Location: Central London

Duration: 4-6 month contract with chance to extend.

Working days: Full Time

Working pattern: Fully Remote

Day rate: £350 - £450 per day