Interim Finance Director

• Exciting period of change
• Newly carved out role

About Our Client

Our client is a small-sized organisation within the Not For Profit sector, dedicated to making a meaningful impact through psychological therapies.

Job Description

• Managing the production of accurate, fit for purpose monthly management accounts for all entities in the group
• Contributing to payroll in line with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Work with senior managers to get to know the business and oversee the development of budgets, provide access to project finance information, and ensure contract compliance and reporting
• Contribute to the codification and continuous improvement of the finance related SOPs
• Research revenue opportunities and economic trends and identify areas for cost reduction and process enhancement
• Undertake financial and corporate risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments, and evaluate and manage capital structure
• Coordinate with any external service providers (e.g. payroll, benefits, accountants) as required to ensure the responsibilities of the role are met
• Management of the MI function; monitoring business performance with tracking tools, establish corrective measures as needed, and oversee a process of detailed report production for each service delivery division and the management team
• Manage finance colleagues and oversee financial IT systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory authorities
• Lead and develop the finance team, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement
• Provide mentorship and training to finance colleagues to enhance their skills and performance
• Collaborate with other executive team members to support overall company strategic direction and objectives.

The Successful Applicant

• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity
• Ability to build solid, trusting relationships with colleagues, commissioners and suppliers
• Strategic thinker with ability to work with senior colleagues in setting the direction, structure and design of the group
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of finance matters and accounting, regulatory issues, tax planning and compliance
• Accountancy degree and professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA etc) (essential)
• Proven experience as a Finance Director or similar role
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and performance management principles
• Excellent knowledge of financial forecasting, corporate finance, and data analysis
• Proficient in the use of financial management software.

What's on Offer

• 33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Flexible and agile working from day one
• SimplyHealth: 24/7 GP access, counselling, physiotherapy, and more
• Exclusive, heavily discounted rates for you and your family on private ADHD and autism neurodevelopmental assessments, through our own expert service.
• Fully funded flu vaccines
• Employee Wellbeing Initiative with trained mental health champions
• Smart Pension & Rewards: plan for your future with discounts and cashback
• Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay
• Cycle to Work & Technology Salary Sacrifice schemes
• Employee discount scheme
• Protected CPD days, annual away days, and high-quality training
• Professional registration fees covered (where applicable)
• Opportunities to influence service improvement and innovation
• Laptop, monitor, keyboard, and any additional equipment you need to do your best work
• Discounts apply to dependants living within the same household.