Interim Finance Director

My client is a historic London based charity that prides itself on supporting Londoners. Initially established to care for and protect a number of local heritage sites that we all enjoy, they are now the city’s biggest independent charity funder. Awarding grants to a wide variety of initiatives ranging from local green projects to working with vulnerable children and marginalised voices, their mission is to grow inclusive and thriving local London communities.

At present they are looking to recruit an interim Finance Director to provide strategic leadership as well as continue to develop and lead a high functioning finance team.

Key responsibilities:

• As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, support the charity in executing its strategic plan, providing constructive challenge and analysis on new initiatives and driving changes needed for the development of the organisation.
• Overall responsibility for the delivery of the external statutory financial reporting requirements as well as management of the organisation’s financial plans, budgets and financial performance.
• Ensure the charity’s assets and investments are managed effectively and in line with the organisation’s investment and business strategy.
•  Act as Head of Profession to the wider group’s broader philanthropic and charitable financial activities.
• Manage a team of 9, contributing to a culture within the finance function which is motivational, fosters excellence and trust amongst colleagues.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant and have previous experience of working at board level within a charity. You will possess excellent communication skills and be able to convey complex and technical financial information to a diverse range of stakeholders. You will be an empowering leader with strong coaching skills, and the ability to develop and inspire others.

My client offers a flexible hybrid working policy, with 2-3 days a week in their London office.