Director of Finance

Director of Finance

Salary: £70,000 per annum (actual salary dependent on agreed hours of 30–37.5 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 £20–25m. 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 You will:

Lead the organisation’s 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