Finance Lead – Enabling & Strategic Investments

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities? We are looking for a talented and motivated Finance professional to fulfil a high profile Finance Lead role supporting the Enabling areas (support functions) and Strategic Investments portfolio.
This role will deliver high quality insight and financial management, helping to ensure spend is efficient and that our Strategic Investments are delivered against their business cases. The Strategic Investments are integral to delivering our organisational priorities and this role would work with various senior leaders.
As the Finance Lead for Enabling & Strategic Investments you will support efficient financial management, insightful financial reporting, and support effective strategic investment decision-making. This role is pivotal in optimizing financial resources to improve the lives of individuals with learning disabilities.
 
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide timely, accurate and insightful management reports for the directorate, helping to support good decision-making and financial management.
- Lead financial planning processes and collaborate with the Project Management Office (PMO).
- Assess risks, opportunities, and support on business cases for Strategic Investments.
- Provide line management and support to a Finance Business Partner.
- Ensure financial compliance with regulatory requirements.
 
What You Will Bring:
- Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and strategic thinking.
- Ability to communicate financial information effectively.
- Excellent prioritization, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.
- Self-motivated with a commitment to making an impact.
 
Your Experience:
Essential:
- Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
 
Highly Desirable:
- Relevant post-qualification experience in commercial or charity sectors.
- Experience Finance Business Partnering operational areas and/or projects/programmes
- Experience with investment/business cases and project accounting / portfolio management.
Benefits
Why join Mencap?

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays + a variety of benefits including pension and holiday buying options.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.

Join us at Mencap and be part of a team that believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with learning disabilities and empower them to break down any barriers they may face.
Mencap vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, apply now!
About Mencap
At Mencap we work in partnership with people with a learning disability. We do this by providing high quality, flexible services that support people, including young adults, to live as independently as possible in their own homes and in the community.
Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist.
You’ll make new friends and feel inspired to reach your potential. We will ask a lot of you - but you’ll get back so much more.  With us, it is never ‘just a job’.
In return for your hard work and passion, we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.