Head of Finance and Operations
Money and Mental Health Policy Institute
- Closing: 9:00am, 2nd Aug 2021 BST
Job Description
The Money and Mental Health Policy Institute is working for a world in which the vicious cycle of money and mental health problems is broken, so that we all have an equal chance of financial security, regardless of our mental health; and everyone’s mental health can flourish, regardless of their financial circumstances. We aim to be a world-class centre of expertise, but we don’t produce research to just sit on shelves. We develop practical policy and solutions, working in partnership with those providing services, those who shape them, and those using them, to find out what really works. We campaign, build, test and innovate until our research leads to real change.
Role
We are looking for an experienced Head of Finance and Operations to form a key part of our Senior Management Team. This is a vital role for the organisation, ensuring that our finances, governance and operations are managed to a very high standard, supporting the organisation’s infrastructure and culture during a period of growth, and forming part of the core team shaping the charity’s development into the future.
Job Specification
The Head of Finance and Operations forms a key part of the Senior Management Team, reporting directly to the Chief Executive. With the support of the Operations Assistant on some tasks, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
Finance and accounting
Managing the charity’s finances to the highest standards, including ensuring:
A successful annual audit process
Effective cash management (including transferring funds and potential future investments)
Timely filing of VAT returns and statutory annual accounts / annual return
Timely delivery of management accounts, liaising with external accountants on the preparation of monthly ledgers (using Xero)
Processing of payroll liaising with external accountants
Leading development of the charity’s annual budget, working in collaboration with the Chief Executive, Senior Management Team and Finance and Audit Committee (sub-committee of the Board of Trustees).
Operations and HR
Managing all office operations, HR and IT, including ensuring that new staff members are onboarded appropriately and have the right IT equipment and liaising with external contractors including external HR consultants
Ensuring that the office meets Health and Safety requirements and the charity has appropriate insurance
Supporting the organisation’s recruitment processes, including exploring best practice to help us remain an inclusive employer
Project managing the charity’s return to the office post-pandemic, or sourcing and potentially moving to a new office as required
Working with the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team to create an inclusive, supportive culture where every team member can reach their full potential, thrive at work and feel connected to the charity’s mission. This includes taking steps to proactively understand the team’s needs as the organisation develops, including through our annual staff survey.
Governance and organisational leadership
Providing support on all legal matters (including contracting with suppliers and funders), working closely with the Chief Executive and legal trustee
Ensuring compliance with charity governance requirements, GDPR, other relevant legislation and the charity’s own safeguarding policy
Maintaining the charity’s risk register
Advising the Chief Executive and trustees on developments in charity finance and governance and supporting the continual improvement of the charity’s processes including through our regular governance audit
Leading the development and updating of organisational policies as needed
Leading the organisation of and preparation for trustees meetings, including preparing papers
Taking part in Senior Management Team discussions about organisational strategy
Line-managing the new Operations Assistant, with a focus on their personal and professional development
Liaising with the Treasurer and Finance and Audit Committee as necessary, presenting to trustees and leading discussions.
Income generation and business planning
Supporting the preparation of fundraising applications, including producing the organisation’s pricing menu, costing proposals and providing timely financial reports when reporting to funders.
Working with the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team on financial projections and business planning for the charity.
Removing bias from the hiring process
Applications closed Mon 2nd Aug 2021
Removing bias from the hiring process
- Your application will be anonymously reviewed by our hiring team to ensure fairness
- You’ll need a CV/résumé, but it’ll only be considered if you score well on the anonymous review
Applications closed Mon 2nd Aug 2021