Finance Director - financial leadership role in a national STEM charity. Drive financial sustainability, strengthen governance and help inspire the next generation of engineers. The Smallpeice Trust inspires young people to pursue engineering and STEM careers, helping build the future talent pipeline through innovative educational programmes and partnerships. As Finance Director, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, providing strategic and operational financial leadership across the organisation. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with Trustees, you will strengthen financial governance, improve forecasting and management information, and support informed decision-making across the charity.
Responsibilities
- Lead financial strategy, planning, budgeting and forecasting
- Strengthen financial controls, governance and risk management
- Deliver robust management information, KPI reporting and analysis
- Lead statutory accounts, audit and regulatory compliance
- Develop and support a high‑performing finance team
Qualifications and Experience
This role will suit a qualified accountant with significant senior finance leadership experience, strong commercial judgement and the ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational level. This high‑impact role is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a mission‑led charity while helping to shape and modernise the finance function for the future.
Benefits
- Pension (7% employer contribution)
- Life Assurance
- Private Healthcare
Finance Director in Royal Leamington Spa employer: The Smallpeice Trust
The Smallpeice Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the STEM education sector while based in the vibrant community of Royal Leamington Spa. With a strong commitment to employee growth, a supportive work culture, and benefits such as pension contributions and private healthcare, we empower our team to thrive both personally and professionally. Join us in inspiring the next generation of engineers through innovative programmes that truly make a difference.
