Interim Head of Finance — Charity & NGO (Hybrid)

Altum Consulting; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based consulting firm seeks an Interim Head of Finance to lead financial operations for a six-month contract. This senior role involves overseeing finance across multiple jurisdictions, managing donor compliance, and supporting statutory reporting. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with proven experience in the charity sector and the ability to drive financial stability and direction. Hybrid working is available, with two days per week in the London office.

Qualifications

• Proven senior finance leadership experience in an international charity or NGO environment.
• Experience working with US 501(c)(3) organisations and managing audits across multiple jurisdictions.
• Hands-on, delivery-focused with ability to confidently interact with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership of the finance function.
• Oversee finance operations across the UK and overseas entities.
• Lead preparation of statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Leadership in finance

Financial control

Statutory reporting

Donor compliance

Multi-jurisdictional operations

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent)

Job description

A UK-based consulting firm seeks an Interim Head of Finance to lead financial operations for a six-month contract. This senior role involves overseeing finance across multiple jurisdictions, managing donor compliance, and supporting statutory reporting. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with proven experience in the charity sector and the ability to drive financial stability and direction. Hybrid working is available, with two days per week in the London office.