Summary We are looking for an experienced Interim Finance Lead to join a small learning disability charity during a critical four-month transition. If you have a strong financial background, experience in mergers and organisational change, and an empathetic leadership style, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Our Client A London-based charity with a circa £2-3 million turnover, supporting young people with learning differences into employment and independent living. The organisation is entering a period of significant change following the departure of its Head of Finance & Operations. Strategic priorities include strengthening financial resilience, exploring merger and partnership options, and driving wider transformation initiatives.
The Role - Maintain continuity across finance and operations, including budgeting, reporting, year-end audit, cash flow, and controls
- Ensure timely statutory and management reporting to the CEO and Trustees
- Oversee governance, HR, property, and IT with support from internal staff and external providers
- Lead early-stage merger and partnership discussions, including due diligence and financial analysis
- Prepare viability assessments and briefing materials for CEO and Trustees
- Support wider transformation projects, including fundraising, income diversification, and local authority funding negotiations
- Contribute to restructuring plans and service reviews, ensuring changes are scoped, costed, and communicated effectively
- Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO during a period of intensive strategic activity
The Successful Candidate - Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience
- Strong financial and operational management credentials
- Proven experience in mergers, integration, or organisational change within charity, education, or public sector
- Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on in a small, fast-moving organisation
- Excellent judgement, diplomacy, and communication skills
- Empathetic approach to change management and stakeholder engagement
What’s on Offer? - Interim contract: initial 4-month assignment
- Opportunity for part time (circa 4 days a week)
- Hybrid working: 1–2 days per week on-site in London
- Competitive day rate, potential opportunity to outside IR35
- Opportunity to shape the future of a respected charity during a pivotal period
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
