Director of Finance

Gamcare; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GamCare is seeking a qualified accountant to lead its financial strategy within a purpose-led charity. This senior role involves overseeing a £16.5 million budget, ensuring responsible financial planning, and supporting a team to reduce gambling harms. The position also emphasizes collaboration and integrity in a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Generous pension contributions

Discretionary sick pay from day one

24-hour employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in senior leadership within finance.
• Strong technical skills in accounting.
• Ability to communicate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy and budget management.
• Oversee financial planning, reporting, and governance.
• Support risk management and performance reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Integrity

Judgment

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

GamCare is seeking a qualified accountant to lead its financial strategy while making a social impact. This senior leadership role requires overseeing financial planning and governance, managing a budget of £16.5 million, and supporting a finance team in a purpose-led charity dedicated to reducing gambling harms. Benefits include generous leave, pension contributions, and a supportive workplace culture focused on inclusion.

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Discretionary sick pay from day one

24-hour employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experienced in senior leadership within finance.
• Strong technical skills in accounting.
• Ability to communicate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy to ensure responsible budget management.
• Oversee financial planning, reporting, and governance.
• Support risk management and performance reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Integrity

Judgment

Education

Qualified Accountant

Location: Office based – 3 days a week, currently in Farringdon area

Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 29th June

Interviews: Provisionally week commencing 9th July

GamCare is looking for a qualified accountant and experienced finance professional to lead our financial strategy and support our mission to reduce gambling harms. This is a senior leadership role with real purpose — combining strategic financial oversight with the chance to make a lasting social impact.

This is a wide-reaching leadership position with real influence and accountability. You will oversee all aspects of our financial planning, reporting and governance, ensuring our £16.5 million budget is managed responsibly and transparently. We are looking for someone who can lead and inspire our finance team, work closely with the Board and senior colleagues, and bring clarity and insight to financial decision-making. You will support risk management, scenario planning and performance reporting, and ensure we have the systems and controls in place to support the next phase of our growth. It’s a varied and strategic role that goes beyond the numbers — helping us deliver our mission and use every pound to best effect.

About you

You will be a qualified accountant with strong technical skills and a proven track record of senior leadership in a finance role. Equally, you will be someone who enjoys working collaboratively, takes pride in high standards, and brings sound judgement and integrity to their work.

You might have experience in the charity sector or be keen to move into it — either way, you will understand what it means to lead in a values-led environment and be motivated by the chance to contribute to a social cause. You will be confident communicating with a range of audiences, from trustees to funders, and comfortable balancing long-term strategy with day-to-day delivery.

This is a role for someone who wants to make a difference — using their financial expertise to support a team that helps thousands of people every year.

About GamCare

We’re the leading provider of support for people affected by gambling harms in the UK. We run the National Gambling Helpline, deliver free treatment services across Great Britain, and raise awareness through outreach and education.

We’re a purpose-led, people-first charity with a strong commitment to inclusion. Everyone at GamCare plays a part in our mission — and we’re proud of the supportive, flexible and inclusive culture we’ve built. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those with lived experience. We’re a Disability Confident Committed, Menopause Friendly, and Youth Friendly Employer. We offer adjustments at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Benefits You Can Enjoy

• 33 days basic annual leave entitlement per annum (pro-rated for part-time colleagues) including bank holidays which increases with service
• A generous pension scheme - we contribute 6% and you contribute 2%
• Discretionary company sick pay from day one of service
• Employee assistance programme – 24-hour support

Appointment is subject to a Standard DBS and appropriate Director vetting checks

Interviews will take place online via video conference and in person – Provisionally week commencing 9th July

GamCare is committed to offering the best support to people affected by gambling harms, as such we welcome applications from candidates with lived experience.

GamCare is an equal opportunities employer and doesn’t discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability. We are only able to facilitate visa sponsorship in very limited circumstances, so candidates outside of the UK or who don’t have the right to work in the UK need not apply.

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