Job Title: Head of finance
Location: Esher, Surrey. Predominantly based in our offices at Esher, with some opportunity for hybrid working.
Salary: Circa £62K full time per annum, pro rata if part time
Job type: Full Time
About us:
Would you like to use your financial expertise to make a difference??Here at Princess Alice Hospice, you'll be able to see the difference your work makes to the care we give every day.
About the role:
We are looking for a Head of Finance to join us at a very exciting time for the Hospice. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, you will have responsibility for the smooth running of the finance function, supported by an experienced Finance Manager.
With a new Chief Executive and Chair of Trustees in 2024, we are looking at how we can reach our vision of bringing hospice care to more people by 2030. To do this we need to be as efficient and effective as we can and make sure that our managers and senior leaders have the financial information they need to inform decision-making and drive success.
In addition to this, as part of the drive for efficiency, we need to replace our ageing finance system and introduce new processes to streamline information flows by integrating with other key systems across the business. This new role will lead that project and ensure its successful implementation.
Overseas candidates will NOT be considered for this role. We are not sponsoring Visa's at this time, so please refrain from applying unless eligible to work in the UK
About you:
As well as being a qualified accountant, you'll be creative and curious, with a desire to get involved in the wider leadership of the Hospice, and have experience of implementing and developing finance systems and processes to drive efficiency.
The ability to develop effective relationships, lead and motivate your team and work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues from other disciplines is key.
If you are a flexible thinker, share our values, and are looking for a dynamic role in a supportive and inclusive environment, we would love to hear from you!
Benefits:
As well as our competitive salary package and the opportunity of joining an organisation where you will be able to make a difference for our patients and their families, we also offer a range of great benefits, which include:
- 27 days' annual leave, plus recognised public holidays - rising to 29 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service (pro rata for part time)
- Training support and development opportunities
- Free onsite parking
- Subsidised meals at onsite canteen
- Employee Assistance Programme - promoting staff wellbeing
- Access to blue light card discount
- Access to Pension Scheme
- Wellbeing - We provide a programme of activities, opportunities and guidance to inspire and support our employees to live a healthy life, at home and at work
For an informal conversation contact Diane Rickwood, Director of Finance and Operations
At Princess Alice Hospice we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We are fully committed to equality of opportunities, and we warmly welcome applications from all backgrounds and cultures.
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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Head of Finance, Finance Director, Financial Controller, Senior Finance Manager, Finance Manager, Director of Finance, Finance Management, Finance Services Manager and Finance Officer may also be considered for this role.