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, permanent contract, and the chance to shape impactful strategies.
- Other info: Opportunity to develop a dedicated finance team and promote continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Influence high-level decisions while driving financial excellence in a values-led organisation.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with senior finance leadership experience and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 £ per year.
Salary: £70,000 per annum (actual salary dependent on agreed hours of 3037.5 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 £2025m. 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
- 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. 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.
Director of Finance in Liverpool employer: Dickson O'Brien Associates
Join a values-led charity as the Director of Finance, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and sustainability of an organisation dedicated to transforming lives through vital homelessness and housing services. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and a collaborative work culture, this position offers the unique opportunity to influence strategic decision-making at the highest level while leading a committed finance team in a supportive environment. Located in a vibrant community, you will benefit from a fulfilling career that not only enhances your professional skills but also contributes to meaningful social impact.
Contact Details:
Dickson O'Brien Associates Recruitment Team
