Head of Finance - Not for Profit
Job Summary:
Serve as a key member of the leadership team, overseeing financial management and governance of the organisation. Provide financial guidance, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimise financial performance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Financial Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement financial strategy in alignment with overall objectives.
* Provide strategic financial leadership on decision-making issues
* Financial Reporting: Oversee preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
* Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to establish financial goals and objectives.
* Risk Management: Identify potential financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate these risks.
* Cash Management: Manage cash flow and liquidity, ensuring optimal utilisation of funds.
* Financial Modelling: Conduct financial modelling and analysis to support strategic initiatives, investments, and business development opportunities.
* Tax Compliance: Oversee all aspects of tax planning, compliance, and reporting.
* Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate with external partners, financial institutions, and stakeholders to optimise financial relationships and support business objectives.
* Team Leadership: Mentor finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; MBA or Master's degree in finance or accounting preferred.
* 3 years+ progressive financial leadership experience.
* Proven track record of success in senior financial leadership roles, preferably in a comparable not for profit organisation.
* Strong grasp of financial principles, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
Skills and Abilities:
* Excellent financial acumen and analytical skills
* Strong leadership skills, empowering the finance team to deliver results
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written