Head of Finance and Governance

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance and Governance position for this Human Rights Charity based in London

• Location: London
• Salary: £80,000pa
• Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
• Type: Full-Time, 5 days a week

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

• Oversee all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Manage and monitor cash flow, forecasts by restricted causes, and the overall financial performance.
• Prepare accurate financial reports for the COO, Founders or Board of Trustees, including monthly management accounts, impact reports and reporting against the agreed KPIs

• Lead on the preparation of the annual budget, consolidating the UK and overseas budget, and provide financial analysis to support decision-making across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with all tax, financial, and regulatory requirements relevant to a charitable organization.

Compliance and Governance:

• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures to manage risk and ensure strong governance across UK and Overseas
• Manage relationships with external auditors, ensuring timely submission of audited accounts and submissions to charities commission
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the charity sector, advising senior management on compliance and regulatory matters.
• Act as the main point of contact for legal matters and ensure that contracts and agreements are legally sound.

Risk Management:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework to identify and mitigate financial, operational, and reputational risks.
• Conduct regular audits of internal systems and processes to identify areas of improvement.
• Implement safeguards to protect the charity’s assets and reputation.

Key Requirements:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or other relevant professional qualification.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of senior financial management experience, preferably in the charity, non-profit, or social enterprise sector.
• Strong understanding of financial management, charity governance, and compliance requirements.
• Experience in managing external audits and working with auditors, legal professionals, and regulatory bodies.