Head Of Finance & Facilities Up to 50K + BENS Working for this amazing Animal Charity based in London. As a member of the Senior Management Team you will provide a comprehensive financial and facilities management service for the organisation in accordance with the charity's objectives and direction. * Develop, oversee and provide overall financial direction and supervision for the organisation; * Fully participate in the strategic planning and budget preparation relating to the financial direction of the organisation; * Maintain the integrity and efficiency of the charity's financial accounting processes and systems, ensuring effective internal controls are in place; * Provide regular financial reports for the CEO & Board of Trustees, including monthly management accounts, quarterly forecasts, cash flow forecasts, reserves forecasts and risk updates * Oversee the monthly payroll process and the preparation of quarterly VAT returns * Act as the main point of contact with the organisation's auditors, manage the year-end audit and prepare the annual statutory Trustees' Report and Accounts * Manage key relationships with the organisation's appointed banks, auditors, landlords, outsourced partners, suppliers etc.; * Carry out company secretarial responsibilities ensuring timely filing of all necessary returns and documents with Companies House, the Charity Commission, HMRC and other governmental / regulatory bodies * Attend all Board meetings, providing advice and direction to the Trustees when required * Liaise with the insurance provider to ensure adequate insurance cover is in place for the organisation's assets, staff, volunteers and operations at all times. * Review, maintain and implement the organisational risk register Financial Management * Develop, oversee and provide overall financial direction and supervision for the organisation; * Fully participate in the strategic planning and budget preparation relating to the financial direction of the organisation; * Maintain the integrity and efficiency of the charity's financial accounting processes and systems, ensuring effective internal controls are in place; * Provide regular financial reports for the SMT, CEO & Board of Trustees, including monthly management accounts, quarterly forecasts, cash flow forecasts, reserves forecasts and risk updates * Oversee the monthly payroll process and the preparation of quarterly VAT returns * Act as the main point of contact with the organisation's auditors, manage the year-end audit and prepare the annual statutory Trustees' Report and Accounts * Manage key relationships with the organisation's appointed banks, auditors, landlords, outsourced partners, suppliers etc.; * Carry out company secretarial responsibilities ensuring timely filing of all necessary returns and documents with Companies House, the Charity Commission, HMRC and other governmental / regulatory bodies * Attend all Board meetings, providing advice and direction to the Trustees when required * Liaise with the insurance provider to ensure adequate insurance cover is in place for the organisation's assets, staff, volunteers and operations at all times. * Review, maintain and implement the organisational risk register Facilities Management * Manage and maintain all facilities, operational resources and office administrative functions to ensure an efficient and effective service * Manage any and all building / development works taking place on site * Be the organisational lead for the Health & Safety policies and procedures; * Oversee the maintenance and development of the IT systems to ensure a quality service to all users; People, Learning & Development * Provide support, direction and line management to Finance personnel, Office Manager and Reception personnel and Facilities personnel * Ensure own knowledge and skills are kept up to date This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a passion about Animals. Charity accounting is a huge desirable. A more detailed job description is available upon submission of your CV.
