Vacancy Information Pack Thank you for your interest in the role of Head of Finance. In order to be considered, please email your CV, covering letter and equal opportunities form to the HR team at recruitment@alzheimersresearchuk.org. The Equal Opportunities form can be found here: http://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/about-us/work-for-us/jobs/ We recommend that you provide all documents in Word (docx) or PDF format. Your covering letter should detail the following: Why you are interested in applying for this post How your skills/knowledge/experience meet the requirements of the person specification Your current salary and desired starting salary Whether you currently have the right to work in the UK The closing date for applications is 22 April 2018. First stage interviews will ideally be held on 2 & 3 May 2018. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend for interview on these days. Should you have any questions or wish to discuss your application further please contact the HR team at recruitment@alzheimersresearchk.org.
Job Description Job Title: Location: Reward Package: Post holder is line managed by: Head of Finance Granta Park, Nr Cambridge Competitive Salary (dependent on experience) plus benefits Executive Director of Finance and Operations Number of direct reports: 1 (Finance Team of 5) Post duration: Full time, permanent Background and overall purpose of the role: The Finance Team at Alzheimer s Research UK is responsible for maintaining the financial records of the charity and providing timely and accurate financial information. The team are responsible for ensuring there is a strong financial control environment, providing support and advice on all finance matters to stakeholders across the charity. Working closely with the Executive Director of Finance and Operations, the Head of Finance will play a pivotal role in defining, creating and maintaining the financial environment to ensure that the functional strategy and operational plans support the charity s vision, mission and objectives. Main tasks: Understand and maintain awareness of the organisational strategy and operational plans and make recommendations as to how the Finance Team will support delivery against these. In conjunction with the Executive Director of Finance and Operations, ensure that an appropriate, board approved, financial policy framework is in place to guide the charity s financial decision making (including the preparation of the Statutory Annual Accounts). Lead the annual operational planning across the charity to ensure an efficient, accurate and robust process is followed. Ensure the appropriateness of key assumptions are included within the functional proposals and accurate budget plans are in place and are appropriately measured. Provide advice and guidance to stakeholders throughout the planning process to develop financial awareness and accountability. Oversee the provision of accurate, timely and value adding monthly management information. Ensure the provision of robust accounting services for use by stakeholders in planning and controlling the income and expenditure of the charity, cash flow management and cost control. Lead a support function which is customer focused, reliable and efficient by ensuring team members provide a high level of service across the charity and have the best controls, systems and technologies in place. Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders to evaluate the level of service provided, with a view to enhancing and optimising performance, maximising efficiencies, and identifying and mitigating financial risks.
-2- Proactively raise awareness and understanding across the charity of the roles, responsibilities and level of service provided by the Finance Team. Create a culture which enables teams to make the best financial decisions after considering all options available. Provide strategic support backed by evidence-based analysis to the Finance and Investment Committee. Provide Company Secretary responsibilities - timely submission of all external reporting e.g. Companies House and Charity Commission. Develop, implement and ensure all financial systems are robust, compliant and support current requirements and future growth. Review, develop and implement Finance polices and procedures; with a view to ensuring compliance with legislation and regulations, risk is managed, and internal audits are conducted. Ensure the charity adheres to its statutory obligations and remains compliant with all relevant legal and tax legislations, including PAYE and VAT. Keep up to date with changes in legislation and current best practice. Ensure the charity responds accordingly by making recommendations to the Executive Leadership Team and implementing any changes agreed. Develop and implement a fully integrated procurement system into the charity. Provide strong leadership and support to the Finance Manager and Finance Team, through coaching, mentoring and developing individuals to deliver an effective and efficient service across the charity. Continuously develop professional knowledge and expertise, attending relevant meetings and conferences to ensure up to date knowledge is relevant to the role. Undertake any other relevant duties and projects assigned by the Executive Director of Finance and Operations in line with the responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification Below is a list of the key knowledge, skills and experience required for this role. Please include details in your cover letter about how you meet these requirements. Essential Desirable Education Level Qualified Accountant - ACA/ACCA/CIMA with at least 5 years post qualified experience Knowledge Knowledge and experience of preparing Statutory Annual Accounts using SORP Knowledge and understanding of internal controls, core accounting systems and processes. Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models over a 5-year period Treasury Management Skills Analytical and logical problem-solving skills Excellent communicator with proven ability to persuade and influence others in a change management environment Able to evidence effective use of own judgement, & ability to work proactively while unsupervised Proven ability to implement and monitor highly effective and efficient financial controls Experience Experience of managing a Finance team Experience of being responsible for the Budget Process Demonstrated commitment to ensuring that the finance function works collaboratively with other areas of the business to deliver organisational goals Management of the year end process including audit Proven work experience as a Head of Finance, Director of Finance or similar role Experience of working in or with the charity sector Personal Attributes Exemplary leadership skills with both practical and short/long term strategic vision; ability to build relationships and inspire confidence and respect at all levels; strong team player. Excellent communicator able to build rapport and demonstrate strong influencing and negotiation skills; excellent listening skills - receptive to feedback and demonstrates flexibility, curiosity and an ability to learn. Demonstrates and encourages ownership and responsibility; drive/motivation - has a can-do attitude and is committed to delivering results and strives for continuous improvement. A good blend of strategic and analytical thinking; innovative personality; able to see the bigger picture and set direction for the future. Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.
Useful Information Be part of a movement with the power to defeat dementia. Alzheimer s Research UK is the UK s leading dementia research charity. We fund innovative research with the power to transform lives, campaign for government action, and help people to understand dementia and the progress we re making with research. Our people are vital to our mission. Our pioneering spirit is reflected in the energy and drive of our employees all of whom play a key role in helping realise our vision of a world where people are free from the fear, harm and heartbreak of dementia. Working for Alzheimer s Research UK, you can be part of a team that is: Funding world-leading research into dementia across the UK and beyond, with a Research Network of over 1,000 scientists, and key research initiatives aimed at delivering new treatments, preventions and improved diagnosis Providing trusted information about dementia to people affected and their families, helping improve understanding around the condition and the potential for research to defeat it Campaigning to keep dementia research on the political agenda, working to ensure government funding for research is a priority and that the environment is right for biomedical research into dementia to succeed Building a social movement behind our cause, connecting with thousands of people who are helping to power the fightback against dementia. We are a non-branched charity at an exciting stage of expansion and development. Our friendly, busy and dynamic office is based in Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge. We offer the following benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro-rated for new starters, part-time and annualised hour employees. Option to buy up to 5 additional days leave per year, pro-rated for new starters, part-time and annualised hour employees. For every 3, 6 and 9 years worked, employees will receive 1 additional day s leave (loyalty days) which will be added to their annual entitlement, pro-rated for part-time and annualised hour employees. Standard 37.5 hour working week, with a flexible start time of between 7.30am and 9.30am and a corresponding finish between 4pm and 6pm each day. 5% employer contribution of your annual salary into the pension scheme. Employee contribution of 1% and 4% from April 2019. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which is designed to support employees and family members on dealing with problems that may be adversely impacting their work/home life, health and general wellbeing. Free private medical health insurance including the offer of a yearly medical health check. Income protection insurance and death in service insurance. Childcare Vouchers employees can salary sacrifice up to 243 per month. Cycle to work scheme. Discounted eye tests. Payment of professional membership fees. Access to Granta Park gym and exercise classes. Access to a subsidised staff canteen. Access to Granta Park commuter bus from Cambridge or Whittlesford Parkway train stations. Free tea/coffee facilities throughout the office.
Diversity Policy Statement Everyone has the right to be treated with consideration and respect. ARUK is committed to achieving a truly inclusive environment for all, by developing better working relationships that release the full potential, creativity and productivity of each individual. ARUK aims to ensure that all staff, volunteers, donors, partners, contractors, and the general public are treated fairly. This will be regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, race (including colour, nationality, ethnicity, or national origin), disability, medical status, age, religion or belief, political opinion, social or economic status, or ex-offender status. Use of Curriculum Vitae (CVs) Our policy is to recruit and employ our employees on the basis of their suitability for the work to be done. All CVs received prior to the closing date of the role will be considered assuming that they are accompanied with a covering letter. Please note that CVs will be kept by Alzheimer s Research UK in line with the Data Protection Act 1998. Although we will endeavor to consider previous or speculative applications where possible, due to the number we receive, we encourage you to regularly view our website for upcoming opportunities. Shortlisting ARUK is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to ensuring all applications are treated fairly. All applications are subject to our shortlisting process; if you are shortlisted we will contact you and invite you to attend an interview. You will also be advised at this point if there will be any skills test, presentations etc. Employment Checks All offers of employment are made subject to the following criteria: proof of eligibility to work in the UK, proof of residency and satisfactory employment screening, and two references satisfactory to ARUK and, if required, a Satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau Check.