Head Of Audit And Governance

RM Recruit have partnered with a Warwickshire based Not for Profit organisation to support in the recruitment of their current Head of Audit and Governance vacancy.

The Head of Audit and Governance is responsible for upholding the highest standards of financial integrity, compliance, and operational effectiveness across the organisation. The role has oversight of internal financial controls, statutory and regulatory compliance, financial reporting, and the accuracy of financial systems, while also supporting strategic financial planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and strengthen internal financial procedures, systems, and controls, ensuring they are robust, fully documented, and fit for purpose.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant financial, fundraising, governance, and charity‑specific legislation, regulations, and guidance.
• Ensure compliance with all tax obligations, including VAT, Gift Aid, and Corporation Tax.
• Oversee month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial information.
• Support the preparation of annual accounts and statutory financial statements in line with reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and support external audits, internal audit activity, and other finance‑related reviews, acting as a key point of liaison where required.

The organisation can offer hybrid/agile working (1 day per week onsite).

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in technical accounting roles in charity environments in order to operate as the key stakeholder for VAT, Gift Aid and Corporation Tax as they apply to charities. An in depth understanding of charity governance and regulatory frameworks is highly desirable but not essential. Qualified accountant status (ACA/ACCA/ACMA/CIPFA) is a requirement for all applicants. This role will not have line management responsibilities.

RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.

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