Head of Finance
Head of Finance – The Woodland Trust – Hybrid Working – Grantham – £60,000 – £62,000 + Excellent Benefits
Blusource has partnered exclusively with The Woodland Trust to recruit their new Head of Finance position. This full-time, permanent role will see you as the head of management and financial accounting functions overseeing the provision of financial information, insight and support to the trust. This fantastic role offers a very flexible hybrid working pattern but there will be some travel to their state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility that embodies the values of the Trust based in Grantham, Lincolnshire.
About The Woodland Trust
The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity. They want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make a difference in tackling the nature and climate crisis helping to protect, restore and create vital woods and trees.
The trust operates on four core values, this is how they describe them:
This new Head of Finance position is a fantastic opportunity for a natural leader to join this great finance team and support them as they continue to develop their mindset of continual process improvement. As the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for the financial and management accounting teams, overseeing the trust’s accounting processes. You will work closely with the CFO and other key senior leaders in the trust to provide financial insight aiding with the organisation’s decision-making processes.
Your core Responsibilities:
Do you want to work for a business that does good for the world? The Woodland Trust cares for its people and has a focus on continuous improvements to support woodland.
The trust has a unique feel about it, whether it is the way they sometimes hold meetings whilst going on woodland walks nearby; their focus on diversity, inclusion and wellbeing; or the way they support their employees and go to great lengths to provide any necessary adjustments that might be needed for the workforce. However, whilst there may be walks in the woods, this role isn’t a walk in the park! There is a lot of work to do and things to achieve in an organisation that has become more targeted, and data driven. We are looking for someone with a great attitude who wants to make a difference.
If you are an experienced accountant who has been a Head of Finance, Financial Controller or even Finance Director, and has experience with people management as well as excellent hands-on financial reporting skills, this is a role which will offer you both challenge and purpose.
What are we looking for?
What is in it for you?
This hugely rewarding position is going to offer the successful candidate a challenging but fulfilling position that provides the opportunity to support a fantastic cause in the development of its finance team.
The trust offers incredibly flexible hybrid working that varies depending on your diary and preference, and for the days you do go into the office you will be met with a luxurious, state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility that echoes the ethos of sustainability at the heart of the trust.
The salary banding is £60,000 – £62,000 and there are the additional benefits of:
If this sounds like an opportunity you want to hear more about, hit apply now!
**Blusource are working exclusively with The Woodland Trust on this recruitment. You can apply through this advert or on the Blusource website. Please note all third-party applications will be sent directly to Blusource.**
Blusource has partnered exclusively with The Woodland Trust to recruit their new Head of Finance position. This full-time, permanent role will see you as the head of management and financial accounting functions overseeing the provision of financial information, insight and support to the trust. This fantastic role offers a very flexible hybrid working pattern but there will be some travel to their state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility that embodies the values of the Trust based in Grantham, Lincolnshire.
About The Woodland Trust
The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity. They want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make a difference in tackling the nature and climate crisis helping to protect, restore and create vital woods and trees.
The trust operates on four core values, this is how they describe them:
- Grow Together – We are a team that grow together; made up of unique roles and expertise. We communicate effectively, forging partnerships inside and out, building understanding and trust, valuing differences, and recognising each other.
- Explore – We know exploration Is important, it’s how we come up with the best ideas. We won’t always get it right but learn and share as we go. We are bold about who we are and encourage healthy challenge.
- Focus – We create clarity & stay focused, ready to adapt when we need to. We are empowered to take the time to reflect so that we can develop & work smarter.
- Make it Count – We need to create a lasting positive impact. We keep the big picture in mind, harnessing passion and inspiring others to connect with us as we aim to make a genuine difference.
This new Head of Finance position is a fantastic opportunity for a natural leader to join this great finance team and support them as they continue to develop their mindset of continual process improvement. As the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for the financial and management accounting teams, overseeing the trust’s accounting processes. You will work closely with the CFO and other key senior leaders in the trust to provide financial insight aiding with the organisation’s decision-making processes.
Your core Responsibilities:
- Production of Statutory Accounting
- Proactively lead the financial planning and budgeting process
- Regular reporting for executive and senior leadership teams
- Lead and develop the management & financial accounts team, purchase ledger and VAT Teams
- Analyse financial performance and its contribution to short, medium and long-term business planning and forecasts
Do you want to work for a business that does good for the world? The Woodland Trust cares for its people and has a focus on continuous improvements to support woodland.
The trust has a unique feel about it, whether it is the way they sometimes hold meetings whilst going on woodland walks nearby; their focus on diversity, inclusion and wellbeing; or the way they support their employees and go to great lengths to provide any necessary adjustments that might be needed for the workforce. However, whilst there may be walks in the woods, this role isn’t a walk in the park! There is a lot of work to do and things to achieve in an organisation that has become more targeted, and data driven. We are looking for someone with a great attitude who wants to make a difference.
If you are an experienced accountant who has been a Head of Finance, Financial Controller or even Finance Director, and has experience with people management as well as excellent hands-on financial reporting skills, this is a role which will offer you both challenge and purpose.
What are we looking for?
- CIMA/ACA OR ACCA qualified
- Experience in statutory account experience
- People management skills
- Stakeholder management experience
- Strong forecasting and budgeting expertise
- Excellent analytical skill set with the ability to communicate findings to all levels.
What is in it for you?
This hugely rewarding position is going to offer the successful candidate a challenging but fulfilling position that provides the opportunity to support a fantastic cause in the development of its finance team.
The trust offers incredibly flexible hybrid working that varies depending on your diary and preference, and for the days you do go into the office you will be met with a luxurious, state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility that echoes the ethos of sustainability at the heart of the trust.
The salary banding is £60,000 – £62,000 and there are the additional benefits of:
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holiday) rising to 28 after 2 years of service and the ability to buy extra
- Get out on-site benefit, where you can take advantage of the employee-dedicated woodland walks and of course flexible home working.
- 6% pension contribution when you pay 4%
- Health cash plans, gym discounts and cycle-to-work schemes.
If this sounds like an opportunity you want to hear more about, hit apply now!
**Blusource are working exclusively with The Woodland Trust on this recruitment. You can apply through this advert or on the Blusource website. Please note all third-party applications will be sent directly to Blusource.**
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