Finance Director

We are partnering with a historic, values based charitable organisation who is seeking an experienced and strategic finance leader. This is a pivotal senior leadership role with responsibility for financial management, governance, risk, and asset strategy across a complex organisation and its associated bodies. You will be a qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA).

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping long-term financial sustainability, supporting strategic transformation, and ensuring robust stewardship of resources in line with charitable objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, planning, and reporting to support organisational objectives and transformation programmes
• Ensure strong governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks are in place
• Act as a key advisor to senior leadership, trustees, and boards
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, insurers, and investment advisors
• Oversee all financial operations including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and reporting
• Lead the production of monthly and annual accounts, financial plans, and 5-year forecasts
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory and statutory requirements
• Provide high-quality financial insight and management information to support decision-making
• Manage cash flow, investments, and financial risks effectively
• Lead on asset management, including property, investments, and financial assets
• Oversee procurement, contracts, and key supplier relationships
• Provide oversight of IT strategy, systems, and associated risks
• Implement efficient financial systems and processes to optimise performance
• Develop strong working relationships across a wide range of stakeholders, including internal teams, partner organisations, and external bodies
• Support and advise local entities and budget holders on financial planning and management
• Contribute to income generation strategies, funding applications, and stewardship initiatives
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing finance team

Please get in touch if this sounds of interest

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