Assistant Director of Finance in Portishead

We are currently partnering with a Not for Profit organisation based in Portishead on their search for an Assistant Director of Finance. This is a permanent position and the salary will be £89,735. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant, ideally with a background in a not-for-profit setting and have significant experience in senior leadership.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Being a member of the senior leadership team with oversight of the Finance Business Partner, Rents Manager, Head of Financial Reporting and the Purchase to Pay function
• Ensuring Value for Money in all financial decisions taken within the Group
• Developing the capabilities, processes and systems, and gaining buy-in from the business to ensure the success of the Business Partnering model
• Leading transformation programmes to improve financial performance, efficiency, and service value
• Engaging with budget holders as appropriate to ensure detailed financial knowledge of the Group
• Championing a culture of financial accountability and evidence-based decision-making
• Ensure finance system is fit for purpose, flexible to accommodate the changing needs of the business and compatible with other operating systems

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Collaborative and results focused with proven ability to lead financial strategy and organisational change

Rewards and benefits:

• 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Access to a discounts portal

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm (flexible)

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.