Strategic Finance Transformation Lead - 6 months Contract (with possible extension), Fully Remote
Candidates applying for this role, should be able to join in May 2026.
We're looking for a senior finance leader to reimagine and transform the finance function at 38 Degrees.
This role aims to ensure that finance has the relevant operational setup. The role is also responsible for moving finance from transactional to truly strategic, embedding insight, governance and clarity at the heart of decision making.
Reporting to an empowering COO, you'll design a modern, proportionate finance model that enables impact, accountability and sustainable growth.
Hybrid: Fully remote - with travel to London and organisational events as needed.
Salary: £62,472 - £68,536 per annum. 38 Degrees is currently piloting a four-day week at full salary.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead the redesign of the finance operating model, shifting from fragmented, admin-heavy processes to a lean, insight-led and strategically aligned function
- Review and streamline financial policies, processes and structures, eliminating duplication, shadow administration and unnecessary complexity
- Design and implement a simplified finance model that maximises value from outsourced accountancy and bookkeeping provision
- Deliver high-quality financial reporting, insight and scenario analysis to support the COO and Directors in strategic decision making
- Establish and embed clear, proportionate governance, controls and accountability across the organisation
- Oversee and reset relationships with outsourced finance providers, auditors, banks and systems suppliers to ensure effective, value-driven delivery
Person Specification
- Extensive experience leading finance transformation, redesign or turnaround in a complex, fast-paced environment
- Proven ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, influencing senior stakeholders and non-finance leaders with credibility
- Strong background in finance business partnering, translating complex financial information into clear, accessible insight
- Demonstrable experience working with outsourced or shared-service finance models and managing third-party providers
- Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), with a strong grasp of governance, risk and compliance
- Very strong experience on Charity SORP
Timelines for the role:
Role will be closing on 20th April, 2026
First stage interview 28th and 29th April, 2026
Second stage 30th April, 2026
Candidates shortlisted for this role will be required to answer two questions which will be submitted along with the CV and the Equal Opportunity Form by the closing date (20th April, 2026).
Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background-e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
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