Head of Finance

Robertson Bell are delighted to be partnering with a respected not-for-profit organisation based in Cambridge to recruit a Head of Finance on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a values-led organisation with a strong sense of community and purpose. You will lead the finance function across a diverse operation, taking ownership of everything from day-to-day finance activities through to budgeting, forecasting, audit and financial strategy.

This role will suit a technically strong accountant who enjoys being hands-on, building relationships across an organisation and making a tangible impact within a small, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cashflow reporting
• Lead year-end processes and manage external audit relationships
• Maintain robust financial controls and compliance processes
• Oversee transactional finance activities, including ledger management, reconciliations and payments
• Support payroll, VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements
• Provide financial advice and insight to senior leaders and stakeholders
• Lead and develop the finance team while driving process improvements

The Successful Candidate:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or experienced QBE professional
• Strong technical accounting and financial control experience
• Proven experience managing budgets, forecasts and year-end processes
• Comfortable operating across both strategic and operational finance
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience within the not-for-profit, education or wider public sector would be advantageous

What's on Offer:

• A broad and influential Head of Finance role with significant autonomy
• Opportunity to shape and improve the finance function
• Free on-site parking
• Company pension scheme
• Sick pay
• Discounted or free meals
• Supportive and close-knit working environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on finance leader looking for a varied role where they can make a genuine impact within a welcoming and purpose-driven organisation.