Head of Finance
| Posting date: | 17 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £84,197 per year |
| Additional salary information: | + Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 July 2025 |
| Location: | Evesham, Worcestershire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | AWD online |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AWDO-P13533 |
Summary
Head of Finance who is a qualified Accountant with solid post-qualification experience, excellent leadership skills and the confidence to present to Board and Committee level, is required to lead the Finance Team within a well-established company.
SALARY: £84,197 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Evesham, Worcestershire, West Midlands (WR11) - with some travel to other sites as required
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Please note: A full, clean UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for business use is essential to this role
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a strategic and dynamic Head of Finance who is a qualified Accountant with solid post-qualification experience, excellent leadership skills and the confidence to present to Board and Committee level.
Working as the Head of Finance you will lead the Finance Team and play a key role in shaping the financial future of the organisation.
As a vital member of the Leadership Team, the Head of Finance will ensure the delivery of a proactive, compliant and high-performing finance service that supports the business objectives and drives long-term financial sustainability.
DUTIES
Your duties as Head of Finance will include:
• Lead the development and execution of robust financial strategies, overseeing all aspects of business planning, financial control, reporting, treasury management, and regulatory compliance
• Provide expert financial insight and analysis to inform major projects, new business initiatives, and investment decisions, while ensuring alignment with organisational goals and maintaining the company’s G1 status
• Effective management of financial risk
• Development of the Value for Money strategy
• Oversight of complex financial operations such as statutory accounting, payroll, procurement, taxation, and intercompany arrangements
• Take the lead on treasury activities and long-term business planning, ensuring the organisation remains financially viable and resilient
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
• Qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience
• A deep understanding of financial strategy, treasury management, and financial control frameworks
• A strong track record of leading high-performing finance teams, including other qualified professionals
• Experience of managing multi-million-pound budgets, capital investment programmes, and regulatory reporting requirements
• Thrives in complex and regulated environments where integrity, professionalism, and strategic thinking are essential
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Proficiency in creating and working with spreadsheets and computerised ledgers
• IT literate – Microsoft Office software
• Adept at producing and interpreting financial reports, managing long-term business planning processes, and providing insightful analysis to support strategic decisions
• Manages risk, maintains compliance, and delivers value for money
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and commercially aware
• Confident in presenting at Board and committee level, and comfortable navigating the governance requirements of a regulated organisation
• Lead by example and driven to continuously improve processes, systems, and outcomes
• Ideally, you have experience in the housing sector or a similar not-for-profit or regulated environment
• A passion for delivering great service and making a positive impact
A Standard DBS check will be required, in accordance with the organisation’s Anti-Money Laundering Policy
BENEFITS
• Flexible working
• Holiday buying and selling scheme
• A day’s paid leave for your birthday or annual celebration
• 2 days paid leave to help with a house move once you have completed your probationary period
• Life assurance
• Health cash plan, which includes a range of treatments including dental treatment, physiotherapy, consultation and 24 hour free confidential helpline
• Company contribution to mindfulness and fitness. For example discounted gym membership, fitness classes or mindfulness apps
• Online discount with a number of retail shops, supermarkets, cinema, insurance and holidays
• Funded training and sponsored qualifications
• 2 days paid volunteering leave per year
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P13533
Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Evesham, Worcestershire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
Accountancy Jobs – Leadership and Management Jobs – Financial Jobs – Finance Manager – Accountancy Manager – Head of Accounting – Accounting Jobs
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
AWD-IN-SPJ
SALARY: £84,197 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Evesham, Worcestershire, West Midlands (WR11) - with some travel to other sites as required
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Please note: A full, clean UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for business use is essential to this role
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a strategic and dynamic Head of Finance who is a qualified Accountant with solid post-qualification experience, excellent leadership skills and the confidence to present to Board and Committee level.
Working as the Head of Finance you will lead the Finance Team and play a key role in shaping the financial future of the organisation.
As a vital member of the Leadership Team, the Head of Finance will ensure the delivery of a proactive, compliant and high-performing finance service that supports the business objectives and drives long-term financial sustainability.
DUTIES
Your duties as Head of Finance will include:
• Lead the development and execution of robust financial strategies, overseeing all aspects of business planning, financial control, reporting, treasury management, and regulatory compliance
• Provide expert financial insight and analysis to inform major projects, new business initiatives, and investment decisions, while ensuring alignment with organisational goals and maintaining the company’s G1 status
• Effective management of financial risk
• Development of the Value for Money strategy
• Oversight of complex financial operations such as statutory accounting, payroll, procurement, taxation, and intercompany arrangements
• Take the lead on treasury activities and long-term business planning, ensuring the organisation remains financially viable and resilient
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
• Qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience
• A deep understanding of financial strategy, treasury management, and financial control frameworks
• A strong track record of leading high-performing finance teams, including other qualified professionals
• Experience of managing multi-million-pound budgets, capital investment programmes, and regulatory reporting requirements
• Thrives in complex and regulated environments where integrity, professionalism, and strategic thinking are essential
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Proficiency in creating and working with spreadsheets and computerised ledgers
• IT literate – Microsoft Office software
• Adept at producing and interpreting financial reports, managing long-term business planning processes, and providing insightful analysis to support strategic decisions
• Manages risk, maintains compliance, and delivers value for money
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and commercially aware
• Confident in presenting at Board and committee level, and comfortable navigating the governance requirements of a regulated organisation
• Lead by example and driven to continuously improve processes, systems, and outcomes
• Ideally, you have experience in the housing sector or a similar not-for-profit or regulated environment
• A passion for delivering great service and making a positive impact
A Standard DBS check will be required, in accordance with the organisation’s Anti-Money Laundering Policy
BENEFITS
• Flexible working
• Holiday buying and selling scheme
• A day’s paid leave for your birthday or annual celebration
• 2 days paid leave to help with a house move once you have completed your probationary period
• Life assurance
• Health cash plan, which includes a range of treatments including dental treatment, physiotherapy, consultation and 24 hour free confidential helpline
• Company contribution to mindfulness and fitness. For example discounted gym membership, fitness classes or mindfulness apps
• Online discount with a number of retail shops, supermarkets, cinema, insurance and holidays
• Funded training and sponsored qualifications
• 2 days paid volunteering leave per year
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P13533
Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Evesham, Worcestershire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
Accountancy Jobs – Leadership and Management Jobs – Financial Jobs – Finance Manager – Accountancy Manager – Head of Accounting – Accounting Jobs
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
AWD-IN-SPJ