Gleeson Recruitment Group
Leicester, Leicestershire
Interim Head of Finance (12 Month FTC) Leicester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) 70,000 - 80,000 Gleeson are delighted to be supporting a well-established charity in Leicester to recruit an Interim Head of Finance on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Governance, this is a broad leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, oversight of financial reporting and budgeting, and partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Managing a team of 12, you'll provide strong leadership across multiple finance and procurement disciplines while ensuring the organisation continues to deliver robust financial control, insightful charity reporting and effective support to operational teams and boards. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of 12 across multiple disciplines Oversee Financial Accounts, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management Accounts and Procurement functions Ensure the timely delivery of monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts Lead the year-end process and statutory reporting requirements Support charity-specific financial reporting and governance requirements Prepare and present financial information to a variety of boards and committees Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to support strategic decision-making Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance across the finance function Oversee the Finance Systems Manager and support the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting capabilities Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the finance team and across the wider organisation Ideal Candidate Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is essential Proven experience leading sizeable finance teams within a charity or not-for-profit environment is essential Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams Experience delivering financial reporting to a charitable board, budgeting and forecasting within a complex organisation Comfortable presenting financial information to boards, committees and senior stakeholders Strong business partnering skills and experience working closely with executive leadership teams Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation Knowledge of FRS 102 would be advantageous, although support is available internally Experience gained across both the charity/not-for-profit sector and commercial industry environments would be particularly attractive PLEASE NOTE: This role has the potential to start within the next week so only candidates with quick availability will be considered. This role would suit an experienced finance leader who enjoys balancing operational excellence with stakeholder engagement and team development, while helping a purpose-led organisation achieve its objectives. If this sounds of interest to you, please don't hesitate to apply. Please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester and able to attend site 2-3 days per week - CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. Previous charity/not-for-profit finance experience is essential. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Jun 17, 2026
Contractor
Interim Head of Finance (12 Month FTC) Leicester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) 70,000 - 80,000 Gleeson are delighted to be supporting a well-established charity in Leicester to recruit an Interim Head of Finance on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Governance, this is a broad leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, oversight of financial reporting and budgeting, and partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Managing a team of 12, you'll provide strong leadership across multiple finance and procurement disciplines while ensuring the organisation continues to deliver robust financial control, insightful charity reporting and effective support to operational teams and boards. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of 12 across multiple disciplines Oversee Financial Accounts, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management Accounts and Procurement functions Ensure the timely delivery of monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts Lead the year-end process and statutory reporting requirements Support charity-specific financial reporting and governance requirements Prepare and present financial information to a variety of boards and committees Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to support strategic decision-making Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance across the finance function Oversee the Finance Systems Manager and support the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting capabilities Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the finance team and across the wider organisation Ideal Candidate Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is essential Proven experience leading sizeable finance teams within a charity or not-for-profit environment is essential Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams Experience delivering financial reporting to a charitable board, budgeting and forecasting within a complex organisation Comfortable presenting financial information to boards, committees and senior stakeholders Strong business partnering skills and experience working closely with executive leadership teams Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation Knowledge of FRS 102 would be advantageous, although support is available internally Experience gained across both the charity/not-for-profit sector and commercial industry environments would be particularly attractive PLEASE NOTE: This role has the potential to start within the next week so only candidates with quick availability will be considered. This role would suit an experienced finance leader who enjoys balancing operational excellence with stakeholder engagement and team development, while helping a purpose-led organisation achieve its objectives. If this sounds of interest to you, please don't hesitate to apply. Please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester and able to attend site 2-3 days per week - CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. Previous charity/not-for-profit finance experience is essential. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Group Tax Manager - Mixed Tax - 12 month FTC REMOTE Your new company I am working with one of our long-term clients on a new role, a 12-month Fixed Term Contract which is almost 100% remote. You will spearhead both direct and indirect tax compliance, planning, and reporting initiatives. You'll also play a key role in the production of statutory accounts. This full-time, permanent position offers the flexibility of remote work, with occasional visits to offices. Your new role You will: • Ensure full compliance with all direct and indirect tax obligations. • Strategic Reporting: Prepare and file tax returns while developing robust systems for tax reporting. • HMRC Liaison: Act as the primary contact for tax enquiries with HMRC. • Project Bid Support: Collaborate with contract teams to optimise tax efficiency in project bids. • Cash Flow Management: Oversee tax payments and cash flow reporting. • Financial Reporting: Contribute to the production of monthly management accounts and statutory accounts. • Additional Duties: From CIS Tax reporting to PAYE and NI issues, your role will be multifaceted, although prior experience in these areas is not essential. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant, CTA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA and have extensive experience in Corporation Tax and indirect tax, preferably in a similar business environment or a large/mid-tier accountancy firm. You will have a proven track record in financial reporting and familiarity with tax laws and regulations. The ability to work closely with internal stakeholders will be crucial to the role. What you'll get in return The role is predominantly REMOTE with occasional office trips. This pays up to £300 per day (£76,000 perm equivalent). What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to , or call us now on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Oct 04, 2025
Contractor
Group Tax Manager - Mixed Tax - 12 month FTC REMOTE Your new company I am working with one of our long-term clients on a new role, a 12-month Fixed Term Contract which is almost 100% remote. You will spearhead both direct and indirect tax compliance, planning, and reporting initiatives. You'll also play a key role in the production of statutory accounts. This full-time, permanent position offers the flexibility of remote work, with occasional visits to offices. Your new role You will: • Ensure full compliance with all direct and indirect tax obligations. • Strategic Reporting: Prepare and file tax returns while developing robust systems for tax reporting. • HMRC Liaison: Act as the primary contact for tax enquiries with HMRC. • Project Bid Support: Collaborate with contract teams to optimise tax efficiency in project bids. • Cash Flow Management: Oversee tax payments and cash flow reporting. • Financial Reporting: Contribute to the production of monthly management accounts and statutory accounts. • Additional Duties: From CIS Tax reporting to PAYE and NI issues, your role will be multifaceted, although prior experience in these areas is not essential. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant, CTA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA and have extensive experience in Corporation Tax and indirect tax, preferably in a similar business environment or a large/mid-tier accountancy firm. You will have a proven track record in financial reporting and familiarity with tax laws and regulations. The ability to work closely with internal stakeholders will be crucial to the role. What you'll get in return The role is predominantly REMOTE with occasional office trips. This pays up to £300 per day (£76,000 perm equivalent). What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to , or call us now on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
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Sep 25, 2025
Full time
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