Head of Finance

I am supporting a not-for-profit organisation with an excellent reputation, clear values, and purpose. They are looking for a hands‑on, technically strong Head of Finance to take ownership of a critical function and shape it for the future.

This is not a "sit back and supervise" role. The Head of Finance will be operationally credible, comfortable in the detail, and equally confident stepping back to re‑engineer, modernise and future‑proof the finance function. You'll inherit a stable, capable team and will be expected to lead them visibly, proactively and collaboratively.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, Procurement and Estates, the Head of Finance will play a pivotal role in delivering the organisation's financial strategy, acting as a trusted business partner to SLT peers, and ensuring strong financial stewardship across the charity.

• Strong technical finance expertise, with the credibility to lead from the front
• A proven track record of improving, re‑engineering or scaling finance functions
• Experience leading and developing multi‑disciplinary teams
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset - you spot issues early and act
• The confidence and emotional intelligence to build trusted relationships at senior level
• A visible, values‑led leadership style with a long‑term view on talent and succession

• Operationalise the charity's financial strategy and safeguard its financial assets
• Lead delivery of the Annual Business Plan from a finance perspective
• Ensure a robust financial control and reporting environment
• Own budgeting, forecasting and long‑term financial planning
• Oversee a finance and money management team of circa 30, with 4 direct reports
• Act as system owner for financial platforms, driving efficiency and digital improvement
• Deputise for the Director of Finance, Procurement and Estates when required

• £70,000-£72,000
• Remote working- will need to be Northwest-based for occasional travel.
• Ability to work a 9-day fortnight
• Generous annual leave
• Excellent culture
• Liverpool based hub

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who wants to make a genuine difference in a values-driven organisation - while still enjoying flexibility, trust and work‑life balance.