At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategy and oversee budgeting for a growing charity.
- Company: Join an ambitious charity making a real difference in homelessness and care services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, opportunity to shape the future of a vital organisation.
- Other info: Be part of a values-led organisation with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact while leading a dedicated finance team.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with senior finance leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 £ per year.
Director of Finance
Salary: £70,000 per annum (actual salary dependent on agreed hours of 3037.5 per week)Contract: Permanent Lead Finance.
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 £2025m.
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.
Lead the organisations 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.
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.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences.
Experience within the charity, housing, homelessness, supported housing or social care sectors would be advantageous but is not essential TPBN1_UKTJ
Finance Director - Charity (Permanent) employer: Dickson O'Brien Associates
Join our dynamic finance team in Astley as a Temporary Credit Controller, where you'll enjoy a supportive work culture that values collaboration and individual contributions. We offer competitive pay, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal environment for those seeking meaningful employment in finance. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to excellence, we ensure that every team member has the resources they need to succeed.
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