Chief Financial Officer

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom SMART WORKS Full time

About the Role



Smart Works, a leading UK charity dedicated to empowering unemployed women, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its dynamic finance team. As a key member of the senior management team, the CFO will play a crucial role in shaping the financial strategy and direction of the organisation.



The successful candidate will have extensive experience in senior financial management roles, preferably within the charity sector. They will possess strong analytical skills, professional sceptical mindset, and excellent communication skills. A fully qualified accountant with ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or CIPFA status, they will be able to lead by example and drive results through their own initiative and determination.



This is a hands-on role that requires a strong accounting background and hands-on experience using accounting software, preferably Xero. The incumbent will be responsible for producing quality accounts, accurate financial work under pressure, and to tight deadlines. They will also oversee the preparation of quarterly performance reports and forecasts, monitor and report on reserves and cashflow, and assist the Director of Finance with the consolidation of monthly management accounts and statutory audit.



The CFO will work closely with the Director of Finance, Finance Managers, and other teams across Smart Works centres in the U.K. They will build strong working relationships with the Charity team, Chair, and Board of Trustees, as well as colleagues across the charity. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and ambitious individual who shares Smart Works' mission to empower women to thrive in work and life.



Key Responsibilities



  • Responsible for the year-end process, annual budget setting, and external audits for all Smart Works Centres.
  • Produce monthly management accounts, reports, and variance analysis for one of the Local Boards and oversee the other management accounts and reports for all other Local Boards.
  • Oversee the preparation of quarterly performance reports and forecasts for the Local Boards.
  • Monitor and report on reserves and cashflow for the Local Boards.
  • Management and submission of tax submissions, payroll, bank accounts, and ensuring compliance with statutory financial and legal requirements for all Smart Works Centres.
  • Assist the Director of Finance with the consolidation of monthly management accounts, other timely reports, and with the statutory audit for Smart Works Charity and all Subsidiary Companies.
  • Assist the Director of Finance with the Smart Works Group budget and multi-year financial forecasts.
  • Assist the Fundraising and Partnerships team with all necessary financial information for grants applications and other fundraising activities.
  • Overall responsibility for the Smart Works Group payroll, including liaising between Group HR and the payroll provider.


Requirements



  • Fully qualified Accountant status: ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent.
  • Proven experience in a senior financial management role, ideally within the charity sector.
  • Proven ability to produce quality accounts and accurate financial work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • Good analytical skills and professional sceptical mindset.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • A strong desire to learn, a willingness to share knowledge, and a strong team ethic.
  • A proven track record of providing exceptional service and establishing and maintaining strong relationships.
  • High level of attention to detail; ability to produce reliable, accurate work.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
  • A strong accounting background and hands-on experience using accounting software. Experience using Xero is preferable but not essential.


Benefits



  • Full-time role based in one of the London Centres.
  • Monday-Friday with typical working hours 9 am-5 pm.
  • Reporting to the Director of Finance.
  • Salary range £50,000-£60,000 depending on experience.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and discretionary leave between Christmas and New Year.
  • Positive, supportive working environment with opportunities for practical training and progression.
  • All successful applicants must provide references and complete a Basic DBS check.

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