Main responsibilities Manage and oversee financial operations across the charity including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll and financial analysis. Prepare and present financial reports to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and board of trustees, providing analysis to enable appropriate decision-making. Monitor financial performance on an ongoing basis, providing clear financial analysis on a month by month basis. Lead on the preparation of the statutory accounts and liaison with external auditors and funders. Lead on the delivery budgets and budget updates for funder reports and funding applications to tight deadlines. Play a full part in the collective strategic development and leadership and operational management of the charity. Strategic Lead strategic and operational financial planning, with responsibility for achieving and executing financial objectives and investment opportunities. Advise the CEO and board of trustees of the financial implications of strategic decisions, identifying matters of concern. Ensure annual operating budgets are consistent with the charity’s business plan. Develop and deliver the finance department’s annual delivery plan in line with the organisational business plan. Operational Ensure the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation run efficiently and smoothly. Assess, streamline and improve financial processes to maximise efficiency e.g. invoicing, payments, supplier and partner management, expenses etc. Complete premises related tasks i.e. council tax payments, property leases etc. Responsible for banking arrangements including funds on deposit. Support financial negotiations with government departments and other customers/grant making bodies. Support the CEO and Operations Director in ensuring required insurances are in place and update as necessary e.g. public liability, business travel etc. Provide an excellent finance business partner service to senior leaders and managers within the charity, advise on financial issues and budgetary control, shaping and improving financial capability and capacity and providing training when necessary. Support the SLT and fundraising team in fostering relationships with funders and compliance with their requirements. Management Provide inspirational leadership and support to the finance team, fostering a collaborative environment which delivers innovative financial strategies. Motivate and manage performance within the finance team and set objectives aligned to long-term goals. Conduct regular supervision with finance employees, identifying training/development needs. Enable finance employees to meet agreed targets and output levels through training. Encourage individual accountability and group cohesion. Governance Ensure that all areas related to finance comply with policy and regulatory obligations. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records in line with requirements from Companies House, Charity Commission, HMRC, etc. Regularly monitor and review financial control frameworks within the charity. Act as Company Secretary, ensuring compliance of Trustee meetings and records, liaising with auditors and ensuring compliance to statutory and regulatory requirements and supporting implementation of any recommendations. Lead the development, review and implementation of finance-related policies and procedures, ensuring they are fit for purpose and in line with legislation. Act as the Anti-Corruption Officer and oversee the gifts and hospitality register. Other Build effective and trusting working relationships across the charity. Be an active champion of the charity’s values Be a visible and compelling ambassador and advocate, ensuring the charity’s strategy and objectives are clearly communicated to teams. As part of the SLT, actively engage with our EDI strategy and agenda. Receive regular line management, supervision and yearly appraisals. Attend training events, SLT meetings and board meetings. Participate in training, supervision and team meetings to undertake the responsibilities of the post effectively. Work within the policies and procedures of the charity. Be passionate about the delivery of our vision of a world free from child sexual abuse. Adhere to the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and fire regulations. Due to the nature and scope of the role the postholder will need to be flexible and able to adjust their working schedules and practices to meet the demands of the role.