Salary: £70,000 per annum (actual salary dependent on agreed hours of 30–37.5 per week)
Contract: Permanent
Lead Finance. Shape Strategy. Change Lives.
We are delighted to be partnering with an ambitious and growing charity to recruit a Director of Finance. This is a rare opportunity to join a values-led organisation delivering vital homelessness, housing and care services, and to play a key role in shaping its future.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic financial leadership across a complex organisation with a turnover of £20–25m. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees and senior colleagues, you will ensure the organisation remains financially strong, sustainable and well-positioned to expand its impact.
This role offers the chance to influence strategic decision-making at the highest level while leading a dedicated finance team and driving continuous improvement across financial systems, controls and reporting.
The Opportunity
You will:
* Lead the organisation’s financial strategy, planning and performance.
* Oversee annual budgets, forecasting, cashflow management and long-term financial sustainability.
* Provide expert financial advice and challenge to the Board, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team.
* Lead financial input into major bids, contracts, grants and business development opportunities.
* Ensure robust financial controls, governance and regulatory compliance.
* Oversee statutory accounts, audits and financial reporting.
* Develop and support the finance team, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
* Drive financial awareness and accountability across the organisation.
About You
We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with a proven track record of operating in a senior finance leadership role.
You will bring:
* Significant experience of strategic financial leadership and business planning.
* Strong commercial and financial acumen, including forecasting, modelling and risk management.
* Experience leading finance teams and improving systems, controls and processes.
* The ability to influence, challenge and build credibility with senior stakeholders and Boards.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences.
* A collaborative and values-driven approach to leadership.
Experience within the charity, housing, homelessness, supported housing or social care sectors would be advantageous but is not essential
Salary description
£70000.00 - £70000.00 per year