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| Posted: | 03/12/25 | |
| Recruiter: | Vitae Financial Recruitment | |
| Reference: | 3040034482 | |
| Type: | Permanent | |
| Salary: | £68,000 - £70,000 Annual | |
| Location: | Watford, Hertfordshire | |
| Description: | Deputy Head of Finance Watford 70,000 + Benefits Hybrid Working I'm supporting a long-standing Hertfordshire organisation that plays a vital role in supporting the local community. They're looking for a Head of Financial Strategy & Operations to work closely with the Executive Team and lead the finance function through its next phase of modernisation, stability and growth. This is a genuinely impactful leadership role - ideal for someone who wants responsibility, visibility, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in an organisation that exists for more than just the numbers. The Role Reporting directly into the Head of Finance, you'll take ownership of financial operations while driving strategic improvements across budgeting, reporting, controls and processes. It's a hands-on leadership position, supported by a capable team, and will suit someone who enjoys balancing the operational with the strategic. You'll work closely with department leads across the organisation, helping them understand financial performance, sharpening forecasting, and ensuring solid financial governance is embedded throughout. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring high standards and a collaborative culture Oversee month-end, year-end and statutory reporting Own budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes Strengthen internal controls, financial policies and processes Partner with operational leaders to support performance and decision-making Provide robust insight and analysis to improve financial sustainability Lead on external audit, compliance, and risk-management Play a key role in financial strategy alongside the CFO and Executive Team What You'll Bring ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified Senior-level experience across financial management, planning and operations Confident leadership skills with the ability to influence across the organisation Strong communication - able to simplify complex financial information A proactive and improvement-focused mindset Multi-service or multi-site experience beneficial but not essential Why This Role? High-impact, purpose-driven leadership role Direct exposure to the Exec Team and Board Hybrid working and a supportive culture Salary up to 70,000 + strong benefits A chance to shape the future of a major community-focused organisation AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration | |