Office location: Based at Trees for Cities office in Brixton
Contract: Full-time and flexible (4 days a week may also be considered)
Working arrangements: Hybrid working offered with at least two days per week in our office
Salary: circa £55,000 per annum

The Role

The Head of Finance will manage the Trees for Cities finance team, delivering high-quality financial management and reporting to all areas of the organisation as well as being a key business partner.

In addition to leading a small team and overseeing day-to-day financial management, this role will contribute to key initiatives such as enhancing their fund accounting and management reporting, refining project cost modelling, and reviewing finance policies and processes. As a business partner to budget holders, the role will provide leaders with the knowledge, insights, and tools to strengthen budget management and forecasting, building on the supportive and engaged relationship the finance team already fosters across the organisation. Working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations on finance strategy and change management, the Head of Finance will lead day-to-day financial operations, allowing the Director to focus on higher-level strategic and broader operational priorities.

Trees for Cities is an ambitious, far-reaching organisation.

Trees for Cities is the only national UK charity that focuses on planting, protecting and promoting urban trees. We are a rapidly growing and developing organisation that suits ambitious, dedicated and passionate staff.

This role presents an excellent opportunity for someone eager to make a lasting impact within the finance function and wider organisation. It offers the chance to develop your strategic and leadership capabilities while advancing your career. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified accountants who bring strong technical accounting expertise and project management skills, navigating complex financial accounting management and reporting. A passion for proactive collaboration with staff in leadership and advisory roles is essential, as is an interest in the vision and mission of the charity.

Trees for Cities is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. We value diversity and are committed to promoting diversity within the workplace. We aim to ensure that our employees achieve their full potential and that all employment decisions, including recruitment, are taken without reference to irrelevant or discriminatory criteria. A full copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy can be provided on request.

How to apply

To learn more about the role and organisation, please download the full appointment brief, which also outlines how to apply.

Our recruitment process is being run by People Beyond Profit, and this job listing and contact details for any questions regarding the role can be found at: https://www.peoplebeyondprofit...

Closing Date: 3 November 2024

People Beyond Profit Conversations: 4 -7 November 2024

Trees for Cities Panel Interview Dates: W/c 11 November & then W/c 18 November 2024

Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, you must therefore have a valid right to work in the UK to apply.

Trees for Cities is the first UK environmental organisation to have been awarded social value certification. Trees for Cities is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No: 1032154.

Previous applicants need not reapply. No Agencies Please.