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About CIR

CIR is an independent, non-profit social enterprise dedicated to countering disinformation, exposing human rights abuses, and combating online behaviour harmful to women and minorities. We achieve these goals through research, digital investigations, strategic communications, building the capacity of local partners, and collaborating with media to amplify the impact of our work.

Whilst CIR’s working language is English, our staff are based across Europe and other countries reflecting the diversity of our workforce and our commitment to international collaboration.

About the Role

This presents a thrilling opportunity for a Head of Finance to join CIR during a pivotal phase in our growth. We're in search of an individual ready to take charge, guiding our operational expansion while remaining adaptable and collaborative in overseeing day-to-day activities alongside our Finance Manager.

You'll play a key role in developing and implementing a financial strategy that aligns with CIR’s long-term mission and goals, and contribute to building a robust function to support the organization. Working closely with co-founders and the senior management team, you will be involved in creating annual budgets, forecasts, and reports, ensuring financial health and compliance with relevant regulations.

In return, we provide a welcoming, flexible, and collaborative work environment where you'll have the chance to learn from your peers and engage with a team of incredibly dedicated and caring colleagues.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, and tax requirements.

• Manage financial audits and liaise with auditors to address any issues or concerns.

Financial Operations:

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management.

• Establish and maintain effective financial controls and procedures.

• Work with the Finance Manager to streamline financial processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Evaluate and implement new systems and tools for budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.

• Improve the efficiency & effectiveness of the finance team through a continuous improvement in processes.

Investment and Funding Management:

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities, grants, and investment options to support the organisation's growth and impact.

• Manage relationships with financial partners, investors, and donors.

Risk Management:

• Assess and mitigate financial risks, including currency exchange, market volatility, and economic factors.

• Develop risk management strategies and contingency plans.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Recruit, train, and develop finance staff as needed.

About You

• You’ll be a Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA) with experience of working in a social enterprise or a non-profit organisation.

• Ideally, you’ll also have had experience of working in the private sector.

• You’ll have a strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance.

• You have excellent analytical skills, highly numerate, able to engage in complex financial assessments.

• Experience of managing interactions with other senior executives and functional leaders.

• You'll be a team player with good collaboration skills – able to work closely with other business areas, including programme management.

• Able to operate at big picture strategic level but willing and able to engage in detail in a hands-on way.

• Proficiency in financial software and tools.

Working Arrangements

The role will be a full-time permanent position. The role will be remote, with the opportunity to work from CIR’s offices in London, hybrid or onsite if desired (subject to the applicant having the right to work in the UK).

CIR encourages flexible working and is happy to agree a working pattern to suit the successful applicant. We generally expect staff to be available between the core hours of 10.00 -12.00 GMT and 14.00-15.30 GMT each working day unless an exception has been agreed.

Recruitment Process

To apply, please send a 1-page covering letter along with your CV to jobs@info-res.org, with ‘Head of Finance’ in the subject line. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, which can be conducted remotely.

CIR encourages applicants from under-represented communities.

CIR is an equal opportunities employer. If you require adjustments or additional support to complete this process, please contact jobs@info-res.org with details of your request

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