Assistant Director of FinanceLocation: Hybrid (Aylesbury / High Wycombe)Type: Full-time, PermanentSector: Leading Not-for-Profit / Charity
About the RoleWe are seeking a qualified, forward-thinking finance professional to step into a senior leadership role and help shape our clients long-term strategy. Working alongside the Finance Director in a growing, multi-million-pound organisation, you will lead core financial operations, ensure robust compliance, and partner with multi-service leaders to support our social mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Direct and mentor the core finance team across transactional, payroll, and processing workflows.
- Statutory & Audit: Take full ownership of statutory annual accounts (FRS102, Charity SORP) and lead the year-end audit process.
- Treasury & Capital: Oversee group cash management, short/long-term forecasting, and capital expenditure tracking.
- Business Partnering: Advise non-finance budget holders across diverse sectors (housing, youth work, community hubs) without using technical jargon.
- Governance & Growth: Present balance sheet updates to the Board and model financial scenarios for new funding proposals, grants, and bids.
What We Are Looking For
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Experience: Proven financial leadership in a complex, multi-service environment (social housing, charity, or NFP experience is highly desirable).
- Skills: Strong technical grasp of statutory accounting, financial compliance, risk management, and VAT.
- Mindset: A proactive problem-solver who pairs commercial acumen with a strong alignment to our values-driven ethos.
Benefits
- Up to 6% employer pension contribution & 2-3x annual salary life assurance.
- 23+ days holiday (increasing to 28), plus your birthday and an annual wellbeing day off.
- Health Cash Plan, 24/7 virtual GP, and dedicated health hub.
- EV salary sacrifice options, sector discount cards, and 700+ retailer discounts.
- Access to our internal leadership and training academy.
Assistant Director in High Wycombe employer: Morgan McKinley Careers
Morgan McKinley offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in Tiverton, where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills. With ambitious growth plans and a focus on transformation, the company provides unique opportunities for professional advancement and involvement in strategic initiatives. The collaborative culture fosters teamwork and innovation, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in finance.
