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Job Description

A strategic Head of Finance & Infrastructure role combining hands-on financial leadership with oversight of key internal support functions. Ideal for someone passionate about using their expertise to strengthen a charity that delivers life-changing support across the UK.

Client Details

This role sits within a long-established, highly respected York-based charity dedicated to improving the lives of people and those around them. Operating independently within a wider network, they have a strong reputation, a compassionate team and a clear mission to create a community where everyone can live with dignity, opportunity and meaningful support.

Description

Key Responsibilities Finance Leadership (c.60%)

Lead budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and long-term financial planning. Produce accurate monthly management accounts, balance sheet analysis and year-end statutory accounts. Oversee VAT, Gift Aid, procurement, reserves, audit and compliance processes. Provide financial modelling, costing, risk analysis and support for tenders, funding bids and service development. Lead payroll and ensure timely payments to staff, HMRC and pension providers. Support and train non-finance managers in budget ownership and financial literacy.

Infrastructure Leadership (c.30%)

Oversee estates, health & safety, ICT, information governance and data/reporting functions. Ensure compliant, safe and fit-for-purpose premises and digital systems. Lead organisational risk management and business continuity planning. Champion environmental sustainability and continuous improvement.

Leadership & Strategic Contribution (c.10%)

Act as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team. Present reports to committees and the Board. Drive policy, quality, compliance and organisational insight initiatives.

Profile

You'll be an experienced finance leader with strong management accounting skills and the ability to produce and interpret high-quality financial information. You'll be confident leading teams, improving processes and supporting colleagues across the organisation. Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, organisational skills and a collaborative approach are essential. Charity experience is helpful but not required - what matters most is your commitment, professionalism and desire to make a real social impact.

Job Offer

Salary: £39,527 (FTE) Full-time, permanent role (35 hours) with flexibility Hybrid working - York office + home Opportunity to lead finance and infrastructure for a respected, values-driven charity A genuinely meaningful leadership role with visible community impact Supportive CEO, committed Board and passionate team Clear strategic priorities and the chance to shape future direction 5 weeks + 1 day annual leave, plus bank holidays The opportunity to directly improve the lives of older people across York

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