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Are you an experienced finance professional looking for an opportunity to make a real difference? Would you like to combine your financial expertise with wider operational leadership, helping shape the future of a respected mental health charity at an exciting time in its development?

York Mind is a well-established local charity with a passionate team, working to improve mental health and wellbeing and make a lasting difference to people across York and the surrounding communities. They promote recovery from mental ill-health, improve emotional wellbeing and support independent living through a range of face-to-face and digital services for adults and young people, including 1:1 support, group support and advocacy.

Driven by the belief that mental health matters and that everyone deserves access to the right support, York Mind works to improve lives and challenge stigma. Its dedicated team is united by a shared commitment to making a genuine difference within the local community.

With a new Chief Executive Officer recently appointed, York Mind is entering an exciting new chapter. They are now looking for a Head of Finance and Operations to join the Senior Leadership Team in this brand-new position, providing the financial leadership and operational oversight needed to support the charity's future ambitions.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Head of Finance and Operations will play a pivotal role in the financial management, sustainability and operational effectiveness of York Mind.

This is a varied senior leadership position, combining strategic financial oversight with responsibility for wider organisational resources and support functions. You will work closely with the CEO and the Senior Leadership team, [JA1] providing financial insight and guidance to support effective decision-making and long-term sustainability.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial performance monitoring, providing clear advice and insight to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees.
• Overseeing day-to-day finance operations through the Finance Officer, ensuring effective financial systems, processes and controls are in place.
• Supporting financial sustainability, including oversight of cash flow, reserves, financial risks and funding.
• Ensuring financial compliance and effective governance, including statutory reporting, charity accounting requirements and external audit.
• Providing strategic oversight of wider operational functions, including HR, IT, governance, facilities and organisational resources.
• Line managing and supporting the Operations Manager, HR Manager and Finance Officer, encouraging effective collaboration, accountability and professional development.
• Working with managers to ensure resources are effectively aligned with organisational priorities and service delivery.
• Identifying opportunities to strengthen systems, improve organisational efficiency and ensure value for money.

As this is a newly created role, there is a fantastic opportunity to shape the position, influence how the organisation develops and make a lasting contribution to York Mind's future.

The Person

We are looking for an experienced, values-driven finance professional who can bring strong financial expertise alongside the ability to lead and oversee wider operational functions.

You will be confident working at a senior level, able to communicate financial information clearly and provide sound advice to support strategic decision-making. You will also be a collaborative leader who enjoys developing others, building relationships and finding practical ways to improve organisational effectiveness.

Key skills and experience include:

• Significant experience in a senior finance role, with a strong understanding of financial management, planning and governance.
• Experience of organisational and project budgeting, forecasting and producing management accounts and financial reports.
• Experience of managing or overseeing finance within a charity or not-for-profit organisation would be desirable.
• Experience of leading, managing or overseeing people, teams or functions.
• An understanding of organisational governance, risk management, compliance and internal controls.
• Experience of operational management, with the ability to support and influence managers across different functions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage confidently with financial and non-financial colleagues.
• The ability to prioritise competing demands, work autonomously and manage your time effectively within a part-time role.
• A genuine commitment to York Mind's mission and values and to improving mental health and wellbeing.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation making a tangible difference to people's lives, at a particularly exciting point in its journey.

If you are looking for a rewarding part-time senior leadership opportunity where you can use your expertise to influence positive change, we would love to hear from you. Please note this role is 21 hours per week. For more information, please download the job pack.

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Leanne or Jen who will be happy to advise on this.

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Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.