Head of Finance

11 Days Old

Salary £45,000 to £50,000, plus excellent benefits (pro rata of £56,250 to £62,500 full time equivalent) About Us: Quartet Community Foundation (Quartet) is a leading independent charity and grant-maker in the West of England supporting local charities and community groups in Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. At the heart of this, is our expert philanthropy service, built on trusted long‑term relationships with our donors. Founded in 1986, Quartet is one of the first community associations in the UK, setting out to create a permanent source of support for local people. Quartet is part of a UK-wide network of 47 community foundations and a global movement of over 1,800 foundations championing ‘local giving for local need’. Quartet this year celebrated the landmark of awarding £80 million in grants to communities over our 37‑year history. In 2025 alone £5 million of grants were given to over 1,000 organisations. With a growing endowment fund currently at £64 million and over 300 named fundholder accounts, the future is bright and the opportunities significant for Quartet and our team. The Role: The Head of Finance is responsible for the financial systems and accounting of Quartet to ensure the sound financial management of the organisation. They also oversee the effective delivery of many of Quartet’s administrative operations to enable the smooth running of the charity. Our Board of Trustees, Leadership Team and all staff are committed to the principles of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and this commitment runs through all of our work and services. The Head of Finance will be required to uphold these principles and commitment. Responsible to: The Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The postholder will be working closely with staff throughout Quartet, the Board of Trustees and the Finance and Investment Committee. About you: To succeed in this role you will:
Be a qualified accountant or QBE with substantial financial and management accounting experience. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrable experience of leading and engaging with finance and other corporate functions to develop a mature and rounded service. Have an excellent understanding of financial and management accounting processes, financial reporting and audit planning as well as being adept at managing both your own and your team’s priorities. Lead on communication with Investment Managers, analysing their quarterly performance and advising the CEO, Finance and Investment Committee and Board on risks and returns. Work with the CEO, Leadership team and trustees, you will be a strong leader able to communicate well with your peers and teams members and have resilience to adapt quickly to changing priorities and demands from internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of SORP, tax and VAT
Benefits:
Positive, collaborative, inclusive working culture Flexible working arrangements (subject to agreement and the requirements of the job) 25 days annual leave plus public holidays (all annual leave is pro rata of full time) Extra 3 days annual leave between Christmas and New Year (office is closed) Extra 1 days annual birthday leave Extra length of service annual leave after 5 years and 10 years. Employee Assistance Programme Health Benefits scheme via the Hospital Saturday Fund Cycle to Work scheme. 6% employer’s pension contribution after successful probation period completion, with pension contributions being backdated to the joining date.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
Bristol
Job Type:
FullTime

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