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Head of Finance
About the role:
The Head of Finance plays a critical role in overseeing and managing the financial operations of Roffey Park Institute and its subsidiaries. They provide financial leadership, ensuring the organisation’s financial sustainability, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective financial planning and reporting. Reporting to the Chief Executive as a member of the Executive Team, the Head of Finance works closely with senior management and the Board of Trustees, contributing to the organisation’s strategic objectives.
Acting as a ‘critical friend’ and ‘trusted advisor’ to members of senior management, the Head of Finance challenges performance, identifying opportunities and risks for operational management, whilst supporting key leaders in effectively managing their revenues, margins & costs to maintain profitability.
Key Result Areas are:
- Financial Planning & Performance
- Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Financial Management & Control
- Team Leadership & Development
About you:
You should have:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
- A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA)
- Proven experience (10+ years) in a senior finance role, within both the charity and commercial sectors
- Proven experience as a Head of Function, with the ability to drive commercialisation
- Demonstrable experience of organisation transformation, specifically developing a fit for purpose finance function in a digital environment.
- Strong knowledge of financial management principles, practices, and regulatory requirements in the UK.
- Demonstrable experience in financial strategy development, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide meaningful insights to support decision-making.
- Proficient in financial systems and software, including accounting software SAGE, Salesforce and MS Excel.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities, with the capacity to inspire and develop finance professionals.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
- High level of integrity, ethics, and a commitment to the goals and values of the organisation
- Right to work in the UK
Working for Roffey Park includes a range of benefits:
An attractive reward package of salary and benefits
Access to RP Pension Scheme and Private Healthcare Scheme
Access to in-house health and well-being facilities as well as complimentary refreshments
Work Life Balance policies and access to flexible working arrangements
Roffey Park is committed to equal opportunities and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our recruitment practices encourage candidates from all sections of society and that each employee feels comfortable in their working environment, respected and able to give of their best. These same principles apply equally to our treatment of our clients, participants and suppliers.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we are committed to employing and retaining disabled people and will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the vacancy advertised.