Job Description

About the Role

Job Title:

Head of Finance

Hours and Location:

24 hours a week with hybrid working a possibility

Salary:

Competitive and negotiable depending on experience (38000 - 45,000 FTE)

Contract Term:

Permanent

Investing in this specialist role is a crucial step for Valleys Kids. It will enable us to build upon recent work done to deliver better financial management across the organisation. Securing a sustainable future for the charity in the face of external funding pressures will be challenging but, only in this way, can we hope to maintain our significant successes in improving the well-being of local families and communities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated finance professional to bring expertise to an established local charity. This is a hands-on leadership role, reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the senior management team and trustees. You will manage and support a small finance team.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on being part of a dynamic team yet can also work independently. You will need to be highly motivated, well organised, and comfortable in providing updates and reports to the senior management team and key external partners.

Based at the Factory in Porth, RCT, South Wales you will need to have your own transport when travel between the various hubs is necessary.

Main Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Lead financial planning, budget setting, forecasting, and cashflow management. Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions Ensure compliance with Charity accounting standards and regulatory requirements (VAT, SORP, and Gift Aid)

Operational Management

Lead and manage the finance team (2 direct reports) and report directly to the CEO/Trustees Effective use of Xero and accurate maintenance of financial records. Oversee day-to-day finance operations and maintain strong financial controls.

What we are Looking for

Essential

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience. Strong technical accounting skills, with proven experience in budgeting and forecasting. Confident leader with excellent communication skills Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands on delivery, including team management Proven experience in a senior finance position

Desirable

An understanding of charity governance

Experience with Xero accounting software

Additional benefits for our employees:

25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays (pro rata) Hybrid working options Employer contributed pension scheme An Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service Benefit Training development opportunities Reimbursement of essential travel expenses at agreed rates Training and development opportunities
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 38,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Flexitime Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Porth CF39 9PP