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Groundwork

Head of Finance & Technology

Summary: Become the Head of Finance & Technology at Groundwork in East England! Lead financial management and IT functions, ensuring high standards in reporting and compliance. With nearly 40 years of community impact, you'll play a key role in driving modernization and supporting business development. Enjoy a family-friendly culture, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth while making a real difference in local communities.
Groundwork
Groundwork
East of England, United Kingdom   Flexible   Part Time   GBP 55k–65k yearly  UTC+00:00   1001-5000   14 days ago

Groundwork

Company Overview

Groundwork

Birmingham, United Kingdom

1989

Business Model

Non-profit / Community Development

Groundwork focuses on environmental regeneration, community development, and social enterprise.

Funding from government grants, charitable donations, and project-based income.

Locations & Geography

Groundwork operates primarily in the United Kingdom, with notable activities in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

Company Culture

Their mission is to create sustainable communities by improving the environment and enhancing people's lives.

Groundwork promotes a collaborative and inclusive work environment, valuing diversity and community engagement.

They offer training and development opportunities to enhance employee skills and career progression.

Activities & Projects

Groundwork is currently involved in various community projects aimed at environmental sustainability and social inclusion.

They have implemented innovative approaches to community engagement and environmental education.

Groundwork actively promotes sustainability through various initiatives, including green spaces and community gardens.

Career Opportunities

Typical job openings at Groundwork include project managers, community workers, and environmental specialists.

They offer competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Contact Information

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Last updated on 2025-02-04 | Report an issue

Job Description

Join a team that is changing places and changing lives.

Groundwork is the community charity with a green heart. We believe that big global issues – the economy, the environment – have a big local impact. Groundwork operates throughout the UK helping communities find practical solutions to the challenges they face.

Groundwork East has nearly 40 years of experience in delivering bespoke projects that use the environment as a catalyst for building a more sustainable future. We are looking for a Head of Finance & Technology to provide robust financial leadership, management of the Finance and IT functions and professional advice to support business development, planning and compliance and continued modernisation.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and control of all finance and IT functions including ensuring that financial / management reporting is delivered to high professional standards. You will be fully qualified – either CCAB, CIMA, ACCA or overseas equivalent – and have experience of a wide range of financial duties within an accounting environment as detailed in our Job Description and Person Specification.

You will have excellent communication, people management, planning and organisational skills as well as exceptional IT skills and you will have the opportunity to help drive forward an inspirational organisation making a real and positive difference to local communities across the east of England.

An ability to travel between sites is a requirement of the role.

If you are looking for an inclusive, family friendly organisation which offers flexibility, a supportive culture, an employee assistance programme together with the opportunity to develop your skills and progress your career we would like to hear from you.

Groundwork East is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.

For an informal chat about this post, please contact our Chief Executive, Carolyn Reid on 07736 135245, or email [email protected]

Please complete the following documents and return by email to [email protected] In the subject of your email please add ‘Application for Head of Finance & Technology’.

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About the role

February 3, 2025

Part Time

Non-profit

Groundwork

August 3, 2025

Flexible

GBP 55k–65k yearly

  •  East of England, United Kingdom

Fully qualified with experience in financial duties

UTC+00:00

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