Head of Finance and Reporting

Venn Group is delighted to be recruiting for a Head of Finance and Reporting to join a national health and wellbeing charity at a key stage in its growth and impact.

This senior leadership role reports to the Chief Operating Officer and is responsible for overseeing financial planning and reporting, ensuring robust governance, and delivering high–quality financial insight to support strategic decision–making. The postholder will play a pivotal role in strengthening organisational sustainability, combining strong technical expertise, effective leadership, and a values–led approach aligned to the charity's mission.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, ensuring resources are aligned to strategic and operational priorities
• Monitor financial performance, identify risks and trends, and recommend timely corrective actions
• Produce and present accurate monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and variance analysis to senior leadership
• Lead the preparation of compliant statutory accounts in line with Charities SORP and regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with charity finance regulations, including HMRC, the Charity Commission, and fundraising standards
• Oversee financial reporting for commissioners, funders, donors, and grants, including the effective management of restricted and unrestricted funds
• Manage the annual external audit and act as the main point of contact for auditors
• Partner with operational, business development, and fundraising teams to support tenders, funding bids, and grant applications
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and management accounts teams, fostering a high–performing and collaborative culture

Essential candidate criteria:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or CIPFA)
• Significant senior–level experience across financial management, audits, and charity finance compliance
• Strong analytical and systems skills, with the ability to present complex information to non–financial stakeholders
• Proven leadership capability and experience managing competing priorities in fast–paced environments
• Commitment to working with vulnerable or socially excluded groups

Agency Reference Number: J94640

Location: Central London

Duration: Permanent

Salary: GBP72,000 per annum + excellent benefits

Working Hours: Full–time

Working Pattern: Hybrid (1 day per week in the office)

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.