Chief Financial Officer, c£55K + exceptional benefits – Hereford

Package

Salary circa £55,000; pension (employer contribution 8%), 25 days leave + statutory; free parking; 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday; office based with some flexible working from home; relocation package in appropriate circumstances.

Outline Role Responsibilities – Chief Financial Officer

Appealing to someone who enjoys variety, working with a broad range of talented individuals across a diverse organization that encompasses charity, faith and commerce. The CFO will be responsible for specific projects in line with the developing needs of the organisation. A brief outline of the main duties include:-

Financial Management and Compliance

· Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring efficient operation, and adequate financial systems, controls, KPIs and continuity plans are in place

· Deliver the annual budget, and re-forecasts

· Delivery of monthly management accounts and balance sheets, appropriate reporting and KPIs, and other forecasts and information as required

· Work closely with budget holders to provide partnering and support in the management of their budgets

· Prepare / oversee annual accounts and VAT returns

· Lead the preparation for the annual independent audit, ensure recommendations are approved and implemented

· Ensure all financial and business matters are handled in a compliant manner, e.g. gift aid, pensions, payroll, annual returns and legacies

· Advise and support the integration of a new CRM and upgrade of finance systems

Financial Strategy

· Lead a strategically orientated service that supports the finance and wider team in delivery of the organisation objectives

· Work with senior colleagues to develop financial strategy and provide professional financial and accounting advice

· Provide professional support to ensure decision making is informed and based on grounded value cases, ensuring continuing improvement and value for money

· Report on all finance related matters, making an effective and strategic contribution to financial decision making

· Lead and maintain a culture of strong financial accountability across the organisation

· Attend meetings of the governance committees, work with chairs in the production of committee reports

Chief Financial Officer - Applicant Requirements

· Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) or qualified by experience

· Ideally having worked in the charity sector, or similar and highly regulated sector

· Understanding of advanced and fund accounting, current legislation and tax planning

· Confident leader, able to work independently and manage the finance team

· Enjoys working with a wide range of colleagues with talents and abilities across a diverse organisation

Employer & Location

This is a key position, leading a finance team of five. Set in the heart of the City of Hereford, on the banks of the River Wye. Within a county of exceptional beauty, enjoying excellent housing, schools, sports and recreation, retail, restaurants and more.

Application Process

Applications on email attaching a current CV. We welcome enquiries ahead of applications should you wish to have more information about the employer, job content or the location. NOTE: A full DBS check will be required at the time of offer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £53,000.00-£58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
On-site parking
Relocation assistance
Sick pay

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Hereford HR1 2NG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Language:

English (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hereford HR1 2NG

Reference ID: HRCFO

Lorna Dane Consulting Ltd

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