Interim Head of Finance

Head of Finance (0.6 FTE, Fixed-Term Contract)
Salary: £73,000 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: 21 hours per week (flexible working required)
Location: London
Reports to: VP Finance & Operations

We are proud to be partnering with a performing arts instituition in their search for an experienced and proactive Head of Finance to lead and develop our finance function. This is a senior role responsible for ensuring robust financial controls, delivering high-quality financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation.

Working closely with the VP Finance & Operations, you will play a key role in driving financial performance, managing risk, and ensuring compliance, while providing expert financial guidance to internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, supporting budget holders across the organisation
• Monitor financial performance and investigate significant variances
• Oversee the production of annual accounts, financial statements, and audit processes
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and funding agreements
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external funding bodies
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and financial planning, including a rolling five-year plan
• Lead and develop the finance team (Finance Manager, Finance Officers, Payroll Officer, Credit Control)
• Improve financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Provide financial insight and support for business cases, funding applications, and strategic initiatives
• Support senior leadership and trustees with financial reporting and risk management

About You

You will be a qualified finance professional with strong leadership experience and a collaborative approach. You are detail-oriented, analytical, and confident working in a fast-paced environment.

Essential:

• Qualified accountant or equivalent finance qualification
• Proven experience in a similar senior finance role
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, reporting, and compliance
• Experience in charity accounting (including SORP)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Advanced Excel and digital systems proficiency

Desirable:

• Experience within the education or not-for-profit sector

If you're ready to step into a strategic leadership role where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.