Director of Finance and Resources

Cystic Fibrosis Trust; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

A UK-based charity is seeking a Director of Finance and Resources to oversee a £15m budget and lead a multidisciplinary team. The role requires strong financial management and strategic planning skills, as well as experience in a leadership position. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with a track record in charity governance and compliance. The organization offers flexible working, generous annual leave, and a contributory pension scheme. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, and a DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with at least five years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in a leadership or senior management role.
• Proven track record in financial management and strategic planning.
• Ability to manage complex budgets and financial projections.
• Strong understanding of charity governance and compliance.
• Knowledge of digital systems management and HR practices.
• Experience with IT systems management, digital solutions and governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management strategy and audit processes.
• Oversee IT and digital system implementation.
• Manage people and organization development strategies.
• Support business planning and governance.
• Ensure compliance and effective company governance.

Skills

Financial management

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Digital solutions

Compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

Qualified accountant (CCAB recognised or equivalent)

Job description

Join to apply for the Director of Finance and Resources role at Cystic Fibrosis Trust.

Cystic Fibrosis Trust provided pay range

This range is provided by Cystic Fibrosis Trust. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the only UK-wide charity dedicated to uniting for a life unlimited for everyone affected by cystic fibrosis (CF). We are working towards a brighter future for everyone with cystic fibrosis by funding cutting-edge research, driving up standards of care and supporting people with the condition and their loved ones every step of the way.

Our team of dedicated staff, volunteers, and Trustees work alongside people affected by cystic fibrosis to fund life-changing research, promote world‑class clinical care, and provide information, advice and support and our work relies on the generous donations of our supporters.

About the role

As Director of Finance and Resources and with an oversight of a £15m budget, we are looking for a strong, corporate business leader operating at a senior level to help take Cystic Fibrosis Trust forward on our exciting journey towards a life unlimited by cystic fibrosis and optimising our finance and resources to deliver maximum impact for people with cystic fibrosis.

You will lead and develop a high performing multidisciplinary team of Heads including Finance, IT, Facilities, People and Organisation Development, Strategy and Business Intelligence, Company Secretariat functions as well as work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, Board of Trustees and other internal and external stakeholders. Please note this is a UK based role.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Financial leadership of the Trust’s financial management strategy and statutory reporting and audit processes as well as reporting to our Boards and Committees.
• Digital and information systems: Lead IT and Digital development and implementation strategies, including delivery of the new CRM replacement going live in 2026 (MS Dynamics).
• People and Organisation Development: Lead best practice in our people management strategies, policies and practices as well as championing diversity and inclusion and staff learning and development.
• Business planning: Support organisational business planning and strategy development working closely with the CEO, Board of Trustees and our other internal and external stakeholders including people with cystic fibrosis.
• Facilities: Ensure our working environment and facilities support the delivery of our objectives in a cost effective and supportive way.
• Compliance and Governance: Be Company Secretary, ensuring appropriate governance systems and controls are in place and for reporting to relevant statutory bodies. Be responsible for our Data and ensuring compliance with GDPR, have oversight of Safeguarding and oversee complaints management and employment law compliance.

To be the right person for this role, the requirements you will need to meet include:

• To be a qualified accountant (CCAB recognised or equivalent) with minimum five years post‑qualification experience and ongoing CPD.
• Successful experience in a business leadership role to operate at a Director/Board level and as a senior leadership team member.
• Experience of developing effective short and long term business and financial strategies.
• Managing complex budgets, financial modelling and projections.
• Experience of directing, leading and developing multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Experience of working successfully in a changing organisation where flexibility, agility and adaptability are essential.
• In‑depth and up to date knowledge of best practice financial management and reporting under the Charity SORP and charity governance practices.
• In‑depth and up to date knowledge of best practice HR/people management, knowledge of employment law and Data Protection regulations.
• Strong understanding of IT systems management and development and the ability to champion the use of digital solutions.
• Understanding and commitment to diversity and inclusion and our charitable cause, mission and values.
• Highly numerate with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to travel for work and/or work occasional unsocial hours if required.

Please note that this role will require a satisfactory DBS check before joining us and we will arrange the DBS check for the successful candidate.

You will also need to have the Right to Work in the UK before joining us and we will check this. We do not hold a Home Office Sponsorship Licence and therefore cannot offer visa sponsorship for any of our roles.

As this sounds like the right role for you and if you think you would fit well within a passionate, friendly and high‑performing and highly supportive team, please get in touch!

No agencies please.

Closing date and interview date

Closing date for completed applications is midnight Monday 12 January 2026.

Interviews expected Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 January 2026.

Please note we reserve the right to bring forward or extend the closing date if necessary. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, please submit your application as early as possible.

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace

Cystic Fibrosis Trust aims to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain staff with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; particularly people who have cystic fibrosis, people who identify as being from an ethnic minority group, as LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities.

It is our policy not to discriminate against any person because of their age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability (physical and mental), race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief (including lack of belief), sex, sexual orientation or union membership.

Benefits

Benefits include flexible working, 30 days annual leave plus recognised bank holidays (pro‑rata if part time), contributory pension scheme, healthcare cash plan covering dental, optical, 24/7 GP service, and an employee assistance programme.

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Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Analyst

Industries

Non‑profit Organisations