Director of Finance, ICT and Investments

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Director of Finance, ICT and Investments to lead financial strategy and transformation projects. This pivotal role involves developing financial plans, overseeing systems, and managing relationships with investment managers. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with a passion for continuous improvement. This position offers flexible working options in London, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a mission-driven organization.

Benefits

Pension Contributions

Life and Critical Illness Cover

Season Ticket Loan

Training Budget

Flexible Hours

Generous Leave Entitlement

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with leadership experience in finance.
• Experience or interest in investments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Shape financial strategy and support decision-making.
• Oversee financial systems and manage budgets and audits.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Change Management

Education

Fully Qualified Accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, or equivalent)

Tools

Financial Systems

Data Analytics

Cloud Technology

Job description

Director of Finance, ICT and Investments, London

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Organisation

Methodist Ministers’ Housing Society (MMHS) provides quality housing and associated services for Methodist Church ministers and their spouses/partners. They support around 650 ministerial households across the UK, Isle of Man, and Channel Islands. MMHS's income is mainly generated through rents and investments. The organisation is expanding its mission with new initiatives planned for 2026.

Job Role

As the Director of Finance, ICT and Investments, you will shape MMHS’s financial strategy, support decision-making, and be part of the senior leadership team. Your responsibilities include developing financial plans, overseeing financial systems, managing monthly accounts, budgets, forecasts, audits, and identifying financial opportunities and challenges. You will also lead transformation projects in ICT, modernising technology infrastructure, overseeing cloud migration, data analytics, cybersecurity, and managing relationships with external providers. Additionally, you will work with investment managers to align the investment portfolio with organisational goals.

The Person

The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, or equivalent) with leadership experience. Experience or interest in investments is advantageous. You should possess stakeholder engagement skills, embrace change, foster continuous improvement, and have strong interpersonal and communication skills. Empathy with MMHS’s values, including high standards of care, professionalism, and a Christian ethos, is essential.

Benefits & Location

Based in London near Baker Street, with flexible working options. Benefits include pension contributions, life and critical illness cover, season ticket loan, training budget, flexible hours, and generous leave entitlement.

Application Process

Partnering with Hays Senior Finance, MMHS invites applications. Contact Peter O’Sullivan at Hays for queries. Apply by 14th May 2025. Interviews scheduled for the week of 19th May. Apply now to be considered!