Deputy Head of Finance

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, family-friendly policies, and a flexible hybrid working pattern (3 days home, 2 days office).

We’re recruiting on behalf of a fantastic charity for an experienced Finance Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-driven organisation that puts people at the heart of what they do.

The Role:

You’ll lead on all aspects of payroll, ensuring accurate and timely monthly processing, while working closely with HR and external payroll providers. You’ll proactively identify improvements to payroll systems and efficiencies, contributing to a 5-star finance function.

In addition to payroll, you’ll prepare first-draft management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and maintain cashflow forecasts. Year-end statutory account preparation will also be a key part of your remit, working collaboratively within the wider finance team.

You will manage and develop the Finance Officer and Finance Assistant through regular supervision, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Reporting into the Head of Finance, you’ll also support budget holders by providing timely, accurate financial information.

About You:

You’ll bring significant payroll experience, ideally with knowledge of Cascade/IRIS and Sage Intacct. You’ll be a confident user of Excel, capable of analysing complex data and providing actionable insights. A full accounting qualification (or working towards one) is desirable, and experience managing people is essential. Experience of working in the chairty sector would be beneficial.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact with an organisation that truly values its people – we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply via this advert—we aim to respond to all applications. If you haven’t heard back within 72 hours, please complete the “Send Us A Message” form on the Contact Us page of the Red 5 People website, and we guarantee a response from a real person.
For more details, call the office and ask for James (contact number available on the Red 5 People website).