Head of Finance

Would you like a change of scenery? Would you like to work for a charity that is helping to reverse centuries of woodland decline in the heart of England? If you are a strategic finance professional looking to combine your financial expertise with your passion for the environment, then read on...

Salary:
£55,000- £65,000 p/a
Hours:
37.5 per week – Monday to Friday 08.00 to 17.00 with some evenings and weekends
Location:
Colletts Farm Office, Dorsington, Warwickshire, CV37 8AU - Hybrid working from home as well as our office is available.
Closing date:
Sunday 24th November - midnight
1st Stage Interviews:
week commencing 2nd December
2nd Stage Interviews:
week commencing 9th December

About the role

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial & Operating Officer (CFOO), this is a new position which reflects the Charity’s growth, and its commitment to developing strong support functions.

As Head of Finance, you will lead our small but effective finance team and be responsible for the charity’s financial management and reporting.   We’re looking for an experienced financial professional who is strategically minded, you will play a pivotal role in designing financial activities and planning, to support forecasting and longer-term planning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developing & delivering organisational strategy – working with departments to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Finance team planning & development – develop activities, resource and financial plans on a three-year cycle.
  • Management & statutory reporting – produce and submit all financial reporting to both internal and external parties.
  • Financial controls – document processes and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Commercial operations & project management – provide financial insight as required

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone interested in continual improvement and can identify improvements both within the finance function and the wider charity to maximise.

Find out more by downloading our candidate pack

Apply

To apply for this role, please send a CV, supporting statement and diversity monitoring form to jobs@heartofenglandforest.org.  Please make sure your email states which role you are applying for.

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