Head of Finance & Administration

Contract Type:

Full Time

Work Model:

Hybrid

Location:

London

Date Published:

26-Oct-2026

Salary:

£75,000 - £75,000 per annum

Specialism:

Finance

Head of Finance & Administration

Interim Finance Manager | Charity Sector

3-month FTC | £75,000 per annum | Immediate Start | Hybrid Working

We’re seeking an experienced Finance Manager for an immediate-start, 3-month fixed-term contract with a respected international charity. Paying £75,000 per annum, this is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who is available to start immediately and can hit the ground running, taking ownership of core finance operations and delivering high-quality financial oversight from day one.

The Role

Reporting to the CFO, you’ll oversee day-to-day finance operations, financial reporting, controls and compliance, ensuring the smooth running of a busy finance function.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting.

  • Preparing Finance Committee papers and supporting budgeting and forecasting.

  • Overseeing payments, payroll, cash flow, banking and investment reporting.

  • Managing donations processing, Gift Aid and charity accounting requirements.

  • Leading external audits, statutory reporting and regulatory compliance.

  • Maintaining robust financial controls, policies and procedures.

  • Supporting and developing a small finance team while driving accuracy and efficiency.

About You

You’ll be a CCAB-qualified accountant with strong technical expertise, a hands-on approach and the confidence to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll bring:

  • Strong financial and management accounting experience.

  • Knowledge of UK GAAP, Charity SORP and charity accounting.

  • Experience managing audits, budgets, cash flow and multi-currency transactions.

  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with integrated finance systems.

  • Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills.

  • The ability to prioritise competing demands and deliver to tight deadlines.

Charity sector experience and familiarity with donor management systems would be advantageous.

Contract Details

  • Contract: 3-month fixed-term contract

  • Salary: £75,000 per annum

  • Start date: Immediate. Candidates must be available to start straight away.

  • Working pattern: Hybrid, minimum 2 days per week in the office and 3 days remotely

  • Reporting to: CFO

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Available immediately and ready for your next interim assignment? Please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you!

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