Finance Director

LHH are working with a leading charity on their search for a Finance Director. Based on the Isle of Wight, this role would suit a qualified accountant with strong people skills, looking to get involved in an incredible organisation.

Salary: £75,000 - £90,000

Location: Isle of Wight (Hybrid)

The Finance Director will play an integral role in supporting the business enact its strategic plan and developing the on-going commercial success of the organisation.

Responsibilities:

• Driving commercial behaviour throughout the organisation with a key focus on improving access to financial information and financial resilience
• Ensuring the appropriate business plans and processes are in place to ensure the long-term viability of the charity
• Providing and presenting sound financial advice and accounts to the CEO, the Board of Trustees, and FSC
• Production and presentation of annual reports and accounts for the charity and its trading subsidiary to comply with statutory accounting standards and principles, as well as Charity Commission rules
• Leading the budgeting process
• Management of 5 direct reports, providing 1-1 sessions and reviews
• Report to the Board of Trustees, FSC, and the ORSC on a quarterly basis on financial performance and risk

Person Specification:

• Qualified Accountant - ACA / ACCA / CIMA
• Sound knowledge of charity law and SORP compliance
• Good knowledge of managing organisational risk, business insurance, negotiating, and forming contracts
• Proven experience in a strategic financial leadership role
• Proven project management experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating gravitas and confidence at Board level

The role is being recruited on a hybrid basis of 2-3 days a week in the office.