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Director of Finance

New Appointments Group
Posted 19 hours ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Canterbury, Kent CT4 7AR, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a strategic and experienced Director of Finance to lead a prominent charity based in Kent.
  • The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management, ideally within the charitable sector.
  • The Director will oversee financial planning, compliance, IT, and risk management to ensure the organization's sustainability.
  • Key responsibilities include leading financial strategy, managing the finance team, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, reflecting the importance of this leadership role within the organization.

Director of Finance

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Finance to play a key leadership role in the overall management of a prominent Kent-based charity. This pivotal position will provide strategic direction and oversee financial planning, compliance, IT, and risk management to ensure the organisation's long-term sustainability and effectiveness.

Key Areas of Focus:

  • Strategy Development - Lead the financial strategy, aligning it with the charity's goals to drive strategic aims and objectives
  • Leadership and Management - Provide strong leadership to the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
  • Financial Control and Reporting - Ensure robust financial systems, accurate reporting, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Budgeting and Planning - Oversee budgeting processes, financial forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
  • Financial Accounting - Maintain strong financial governance, ensuring transparency and adherence to best practices.
  • Compliance, IT, and Risk Management - Oversee regulatory compliance, risk mitigation strategies, and IT systems to support operational efficiency.
  • Best Practice and Continuous Improvement - Drive operational excellence by identifying opportunities for innovation and process enhancements.

The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking finance professional with a strong strategic mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement. You will work collaboratively across the organisation to embed change, enhance financial sustainability, and develop efficient and effective ways of working. Ideally, your background of experience will lie from within the charitable sector.

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