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Head of Finance
Full-time, salaried
United Kingdom
Closing
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and working closely with the fractional Chief Finance Officer (CFO), the Head of Finance & Investment leads the core finance and investment deliverables at 21Hundred. They are responsible for financial management, reporting, budget management, forecasting, interfacing with the investment advisors as well as ensuring operational compliance.
The successful candidate’s key responsibilities involve managing cash flow, analysing investments, mitigating financial risks, and advising the executive team on financial matters.
Anticipated starting date is 1 July 2026. Ability to conduct extensive hours of work at a computer with reasonable accommodations is required.
Core Responsibilities
Implement Financial Strategy
Support the development of and implement 21Hundred's financial strategy, aligning it with overall business objectives
With support from the CFO, oversees the financial health of 21Hundred
Serve as the key enforcer of internal control manual and all 21Hundred policies and procedures, to ensure compliance.
Vendor and Financial Management
Create, update, and maintain vendor records within the accounting system
Initiate, process, and manage various financial transactions, including program-related invoices, check requests, reimbursements, contracts, and payments (e.g., Fellow payments, consultancies, and partner sub-awards) using the accounting system
Handle travel and business expense reports and honoraria
Serve as a liaison for financial communications with fellows, and other external partners
Monitor accounts payable transactions, performing accounting transfers, journal entries, and expenditure corrections as needed
Reconcile overdrafts on unrestricted project codes and facilitate payments to international service providers
Track and reconcile corporate cards, and travel transactions for approval.
Financial Reporting and Budget Oversight
Prepare and maintain monthly status reports, contract balances, and financial tracking reports (annual, quarterly, and monthly)
Prepare and maintain monthly status reports, contract balances, and financial tracking reports (annual, quarterly, and monthly)
Assist with fiscal year-end closing deliverables and variance analysis
Oversee 21Hundred’s budget, resolve financial issues, prevent overdrafts, and participate in budget planning meetings
Support fiscal year budget preparation, inputting data into the budget management tool
Provide financial reporting for events and projects, ensuring actual spending aligns with the budget
Support strategic and tactical budget management, cost-benefit analysis, managerial accounting, and forecasting in coordination with the Chief Executive Officer
Perform year-end closing tasks with the Chief Operations Officer.
Operational Coordination
Manage purchasing, maintenance, and contracts for equipment and technology, including software subscriptions and renewals (ex., Salesforce, Office 365, Adobe, Form Assembly)
Manage purchasing, maintenance, and contracts for equipment and technology, including software subscriptions and renewals (ex., Salesforce, Office 365, Adobe, Form Assembly)
• Coordinate departmental facilities, space utilization, and capital improvements
• Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders (external consultants, and advisors) to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Arrange travel for staff and trustees.
Staff and Administrative Support
Contribute to a positive, values-aligned workplace culture where people feel supported and informed
Contribute to a positive, values-aligned workplace culture where people feel supported and informed
Help ensure operational equity — ensuring all systems are inclusive, accessible, and aligned with the organisation’s values
Coordinate with program and communications teams to ensure operational and financial clarity on key initiatives
Participate in staff recruitment, onboarding, and support personnel needs (e.g., processing vacation accruals, managing absence and paid time off)
Prepare, submit, and track contracts and renewals for service providers
Assist in developing organisational documents and participate in various administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations.
Required Skills
5+ years of related work experience
Demonstrated financial administration experience is required
Familiar with relevant laws, regulations, codes, and/or statutes in the United Kingdom
Demonstrated ability to set priorities, handle multiple assignments, and work with resourcefulness and efficiency in a fast-paced and changing environment with multiple constituencies required
Demonstrated comprehensive financial reporting responsibility in a complex organisation required
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Confidentiality and discretion are required, as is a demonstrated ability to forge partnerships
Must be able to function independently and exercise discretion and sound judgment.
Desirable Skills
Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience.
Application Process
To apply for this position, kindly submit the following by email using the link below:
Resume/CV, and
Cover letter.
Join Us
If this role resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you. Send your application materials (listed above) to careers@21hundred.org.
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