Our Client We are working with a highly respected UK charity known for its strong brand and stable funding model. The organisation has doubled in size in recent years, prides itself on high-quality financial management, and maintains a collaborative, values-driven culture. They now seek an Interim Head of Finance to support them through year-end and audit.
The Role The Interim Head of Finance will lead the technical finance function during a key period, reporting directly to the Finance Director. You will guide the organisation through year-end, oversee the audit, ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, and manage two established team members. The role requires strong technical capability, a steady hand during peak activity, and the ability to maintain the high analytical standards already in place.
Main Duties - Lead the year-end close and manage the external audit process
- Oversee all financial controls, ledgers, and reporting accuracy
- Provide the Finance Director with timely, reliable financial insight
- Manage and support two experienced finance team members
- Oversee charity-specific financial requirements, including restricted and donor reporting
- Ensure high-quality analysis to support organisational decision-making
- Maintain strong financial foundations left by the outgoing post?holder
- Work collaboratively across departments during busy appeal periods
- Uphold rigorous standards of financial governance within a technically demanding role
The Successful Candidate - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred; exceptional finalists considered
- Strong audit background highly advantageous
- Charity experience desirable, particularly restricted/donor reporting or pass?through grant models
- Experience with humanitarian organisations is a strong asset
- Confident people manager able to lead a settled, capable team
- Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a technically demanding role
What’s on Offer - Very flexible hybrid working (approx. 2-4 office days per month after onboarding)
- Option for condensed hours (10 days in 9)
- Supportive, friendly culture with organisational stability
- The chance to lead a pivotal finance function during a critical period for a well-recognised UK charity
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to building inclusive, equitable recruitment processes and supporting organisations that value diversity at every level. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage individuals to bring their full selves to the process. We believe diverse teams drive stronger thinking, more creative problem-solving, and better outcomes for the communities our clients serve.
