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.