Part Time Finance Director

Part Time Finance Director (2-3 days - £negotiable - this founder-led Political Consultancy in London advises senior management and organisations across the international Political, Government, Defence and NFP sectors. Projects are of multi-million-pound value and can be conducted long term over several years.

As a result of recent growth, the business is seeking to appoint a Part Time Finance Director, to work closely with the Founder/CEO. This role will include:

Support the CEO with decision making within a complex operating model
Contribute to and shape effective financial governance
Manage cash flow and funding drawdowns from a variety of sources
Support relationships with key external stakeholders and funders
Liaise with advisors regarding statutory, tax, risk and regulatory requirements.
Manage complex intercompany issues across group and associated companies
Manage the accountant/bookkeeper, accounting for various entities
Provide management information, management accounts and project analysis
Consistent review of project performance and company performance
Manage forecasting and budgeting, reporting and analysis.
Where appropriate, ensure compliance with charity SORP requirements
Oversee ad hoc issues such as insurance and IT
Advise Directors on loan accounts, personal tax issues and future tax planning

This part time Finance Director role will require a high-calibre experienced qualified accountant, both hands-on and strategic, with a strong work ethic and the capability to work closely with high-achieving consultants and Board. The role will require a creative, innovative, outcome-oriented approach, together with a strong and robust personality. Discretion and integrity are key in a consultancy dealing with highly sensitive international projects