Head of Corporate Finance

Head of Corporate Finance – Fixed term - 12 months

UK - North West Based, remote within the UK will be considered

Starting salary for this position is £54,588 per annum (plus contributory pension)

About MAG:

MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Manchester, UK, and working in 32 countries. We remove landmines and unexploded ordnance to release safe and productive land for communities, and work to reduce the threat of armed violence by supporting governments to safely manage weapons and ammunition. In 1997, MAG was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for our work campaigning for the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention.

About the role:

We are for looking for a highly motivated and experienced finance professional to lead and develop the HQ Corporate Finance team in the delivery of strong financial controls and frameworks. Working as one of three Heads of Finance, you will build and develop the Corporate Finance team to ensure robust and effective UK financial control. You will play a key role in contributing to MAG’s overall strategic direction and leadership by ensuring effective management reporting, efficient international payroll and optimal treasury management.

About you:

We are looking for:

• Experience of the preparation of Charity SORP statutory accounts and Global Management Accounts
• Significant experience in managing a Finance function including payroll
• Strong knowledge of treasury, working capital and cash flow management
• CCAB or international equivalent professional accounting qualification – we will consider Part Qualified candidates who have significant experience in a similar role within the sector

You will need to demonstrate an ability to manage complex workloads and often competing deadlines, and establish and maintain strong financial controls which ensure we operate to the highest financial standards. You will also be able to influence diverse and disparate teams with competing priorities.

Further information and how to apply:

Application is by submission of the following documents to [email protected] by the closing date of 27th July 2025:

1. Up-to-date CV
2. Cover letter, setting out why you believe you are suitable for this position, and how you feel you align to MAG Values.
3. Completed Candidate Profile Form

Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews may take place before the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we cannot respond to every application. If you have not heard back from us within 3 weeks of the application closing date, it means that your application has not been successful.

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding hereand background checks here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available on our website.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.