This exciting role will lead on all aspects of the finance function, including managing a team of two, overseeing the production of year-end accounts in collaboration with internal stakeholders and auditors, and preparing monthly management accounts for reports to the Senior managers and trustees. Responsibilities also include stewardship of the Foundation s liquid assets, leading the budgeting and forecasting processes, verifying monthly payroll prepared by HR, and ensuring the efficient operation of the purchase ledger function. What does the role involve? Co-ordinate across the Foundation and help prepare the annual statutory accounts and all schedules for audit and be the lead liaison with the auditors. Prepare monthly financial reports and budgets for review by senior management, providing analysis and other measures of performance. Lead on improving processes and systems across all aspects of finance and liaising with the wider organisation to drive these forward What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for? Up to date knowledge of charity financial legislation and best practice Innovative in the development of processes, procedures and information systems to support the work of the team and organisation Demonstrable successful accounting experience in a similar role, ideally within the charity sector Safeguarding is Everyone s business Mental Health Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its beneficiaries, those wh