Company: National Centre for Writing
Location: Norwich
Posted: April 11th, 2026
National Centre for Writing (NCW) is looking for an attentive and skilled team leader and problem solver to lead our small Finance team. We’re seeking someone who holds a professional accountancy qualification and has demonstrable experience of working at a senior level in business and financial planning.
The Head of Finance role oversees the strategic long-term planning, management, and monitoring of the organisation’s finances and financial systems. You will have excellent IT skills (particularly MS Office Excel), an eye for detail, and be able to demonstrate a systematic and orderly approach to your work. You will bring expertise in maximising commercial opportunities, and skills in preparing documents to funders and statutory bodies in a timely fashion.
Bringing the pastoral skills and presence expected of this role, the Head of Finance will work closely with the Chief Executive, Senior Management Team, and the Board to ensure the smooth running of the company’s finance function.
You will possess a good understanding of the arts, cultural, charitable and voluntary sectors, and be expected to support NCW’s charitable objectives, values, and ambitions.
Closing date for applications: 10am, Tuesday 9 September
Interviews: Friday 19 September
Download the full candidate brief and find out how to apply via NCW's website!