Head of Finance and Governance

2 weeks ago

London Greater, United Kingdom Harris Hill Full time

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance and Governance with a human rights foundation, on a full-time, permanent basis. As Head of Finance and Governance, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations and ensuring the foundation adheres to the highest standards of regulatory compliance.


All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.

 

Please note, this role is fully office based in central London.

 

As Head of Finance and Governance, you will:

- 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 organisation

- Ensure compliance with all tax, financial, and regulatory requirements relevant to a charitable organisation

- Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures to manage risk and ensure strong governance across UK and Overseas

- Act as the main point of contact for legal matters and ensure that contracts and agreements are legally sound

- Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework to identify and mitigate financial, operational, and reputational risks.

 

The successful applicant will:

- Have significant demonstrable experience in finance within the charity sector, in a similar role

- Be fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or other relevant professional qualification)

- Have a strong understanding of financial management, charity governance, and compliance requirements

- Have experience in managing external audits and working with auditors, legal professionals, and regulatory bodies

- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

 

If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP

 

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

 

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

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