Director of Finance
- Employer
- Medlock Partners Ltd
- Location
- Farnworth, Bolton, United Kingdom
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Closing date
- Nov 22, 2024
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- Job Role
- Director/Board
- Sector
- Finance
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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Director of Finance
Full Time
Paying £75k-£85k
Permanent
I am delighted to be partnering with a leading NW organisation in their search for a Director of Finance. They are a dynamic institution dedicated to providing exceptional education and opportunities for growth. As the Director of Finance, you will form part of the Strategic leadership team and play a pivotal role in leading their financial planning, management functions, and resource allocation, ensuring the best value for their mission-driven initiatives.
This role sits on the committee, and you will be responsible for leading the Finance team consisting of 4 people, duties will include but not limited to.
Key responsibilities for the Director of Finance:
Ensure the financial sustainability of the organisation
Maintain a secure overview of the management of all financial issues providing financial assistance to the chief executive officer (CEO) and board.
Keep the CEO and the board up to date with the latest funding changes, company law and other statutory guidance.
Always ensure the organisation acts in compliance with relevant legislation and adopts guidance accordingly.
To lead the promotion and delivery of good financial management so that public money is always safeguarded and used appropriately, economically, efficiently, and effectively.
Establish and maintain a three-year rolling financial plan, to be updated annually, measured against KPIs and monitored effectively.
Produce annually a consolidated budget plan for the consideration of, and approval by, Trustees.
Uphold good governance and ethical behaviour, including good accounting practices and internal control systems.
Ensure the resources are managed efficiently, ethically, and professionally.
Analyse and interpret financial reports, communicating findings in a simplified manner when necessary.
Co-operate with, initiate, and manage audit procedures.
Attend relevant governance meetings as required. Key requirements for the Director of Finance:
Full Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
Managing procurement and contracts
Experience of using and supporting others in the use of financial software packages, including a working knowledge of PS Financials and IMP.
Experience in working in a similar role and environment.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience of managing staff.
Experience of managing payroll and HR within a similar role
Knowledge and experience of acquiring grant funding
Experience in project management
Team-player, personable, emotionally intelligent
Knowledge of financial accounting and contracting procedures and practices. If you are interested in this position and feel your experience matches the criteria then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact either Andrew Davison.
Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across the North West of England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion
Full Time
Paying £75k-£85k
Permanent
I am delighted to be partnering with a leading NW organisation in their search for a Director of Finance. They are a dynamic institution dedicated to providing exceptional education and opportunities for growth. As the Director of Finance, you will form part of the Strategic leadership team and play a pivotal role in leading their financial planning, management functions, and resource allocation, ensuring the best value for their mission-driven initiatives.
This role sits on the committee, and you will be responsible for leading the Finance team consisting of 4 people, duties will include but not limited to.
Key responsibilities for the Director of Finance:
Ensure the financial sustainability of the organisation
Maintain a secure overview of the management of all financial issues providing financial assistance to the chief executive officer (CEO) and board.
Keep the CEO and the board up to date with the latest funding changes, company law and other statutory guidance.
Always ensure the organisation acts in compliance with relevant legislation and adopts guidance accordingly.
To lead the promotion and delivery of good financial management so that public money is always safeguarded and used appropriately, economically, efficiently, and effectively.
Establish and maintain a three-year rolling financial plan, to be updated annually, measured against KPIs and monitored effectively.
Produce annually a consolidated budget plan for the consideration of, and approval by, Trustees.
Uphold good governance and ethical behaviour, including good accounting practices and internal control systems.
Ensure the resources are managed efficiently, ethically, and professionally.
Analyse and interpret financial reports, communicating findings in a simplified manner when necessary.
Co-operate with, initiate, and manage audit procedures.
Attend relevant governance meetings as required. Key requirements for the Director of Finance:
Full Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
Managing procurement and contracts
Experience of using and supporting others in the use of financial software packages, including a working knowledge of PS Financials and IMP.
Experience in working in a similar role and environment.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience of managing staff.
Experience of managing payroll and HR within a similar role
Knowledge and experience of acquiring grant funding
Experience in project management
Team-player, personable, emotionally intelligent
Knowledge of financial accounting and contracting procedures and practices. If you are interested in this position and feel your experience matches the criteria then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact either Andrew Davison.
Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across the North West of England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion
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