Interim Part Time Director of Finance

Are you an experienced Charity Finance Director seeking a new part-time assignment? Are you familiar with working in small, hands-on finance functions? Interested in supporting a global charity with a passionate and driven senior leadership team?
If yes, read on!

Robertson Bell is partnering with a values-led international charity to recruit an Interim Part-Time Finance Director for a six-month assignment. Working two to three days per week, this role will lead a small, capable finance team, providing strategic financial leadership and ensuring robust reporting and compliance. The organisation is based in Central London, with infrequent travel to the office required.

Key responsibilities include:

• Finalising the year-end audit, including resolving outstanding audit queries and contributing to the Trustees’ Annual Report.
• Oversight of the monthly reporting cycle, including review and completion of management accounts.
• Ownership of the mid-year forecasting process, and partnering across the organisation to maintain strong budgeting and financial planning.
• Providing assurance around risk and compliance, ensuring financial policies and procedures meet required standards.
• Leading and motivating the finance team, supporting structure and capacity planning in the short term.

The successful candidate will be:

• A chartered accountant with experience in the charity sector, ideally within an international context.
• Knowledgeable in charity accounting, including restricted funding and risk/compliance frameworks.
• Experienced in leading audits, managing finance teams, and working closely with SMTs and Boards.
• Comfortable balancing strategic oversight with hands-on delivery.
• Available at short notice.

This is an urgent opportunity — early applications are strongly encouraged.