Head of Finance

7 months ago


Stroud, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Counselling Service (GCS) Full time

Office Management Role

**Job Description**:
**Reporting to**: CEO

Located at Head office - Stroud - hybrid working.

**Term**: Permanent

Main Responsibilities

Financial Management

Develop and manage the annual budget in collaboration the Senior Leadership Team & Treasurer

Oversee financial planning, forecasting, payroll, and reporting.

Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and reporting requirements - Charities SORP (FRS102), Charity Commission rules and regulations alongside other legal requirements.

Monitor cash flow, investment, and financial performance.

Ensure cost effective measures are being implemented.

Line Management

Responsibility for line managing two part time finance administrators including managing and allocating work, guiding instructing and supporting guiding and instructing,

Ensuring that finance administrators are implementing financial policies, and fostering a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and compliance within all finance activities.

Strategic Planning

Contribute to the development and implementation of the organisation’s strategic plan.

Create and contribute to establishing key performance indicators in relation to finance and operational remit.

Identify opportunities for growth and sustainability.

Senior Leadership Team

Work collectively as part of the senior leadership team (including CEO & Head of Clinical Strategy & Development)

Deputise for the CEO as required.

Reporting and communication

Prepare monthly management accounts for the board of trustees and senior leadership team alongside clear written explanations of the accounts.

Preparing quarterly accounts

Communicate financial and operational updates to relevant parties.

Monitor and report on funding and grants.

Risk Management

Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks.

Ensuring insurance policies are up to date and relevant.

Implement best practices for internal controls and governance.

Person Specification

**Qualifications**:
Professional Accountancy Qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ ACA / AAT) part of fully. Or qualified by experience.

Experience & Knowledge

Proven experience in financial management, budgeting, and strategic planning, preferably in voluntary and charitable sector.

Experience and knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.

Proficiency in financial software and tools.

Skills, Attitudes & Abilities

Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to lead a diverse team.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to the mission and values of Gloucestershire Counselling Service

**Application Process**:
Please feel free to contact us with any questions.



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