Interim Finance Director

Hays Accountancy and Finance; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established charity in Norwich is seeking an Interim Finance Director to provide strategic leadership and financial oversight. The candidate will manage financial operations and team dynamics, ensuring robust financial management aligned with the charity's mission. This role offers a potential path to permanency, ideal for qualified accountants ready to make a tangible impact.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Experience in finance leadership roles within charity sector.
• Independent worker thriving in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and support to CEO.
• Lead finance and IT teams, ensuring high-quality financial services.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Strategic Planning

Compliance

Communication

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Location: Norwich (Hybrid: 3 days per week in office)
Sector: Charity / Not-for-Profit
Start: Immediate start availableRole: Interim, with potential to develop into a permanent position
Are you a qualified accountant with proven experience in the charity sector?Are you ready to take a pivotal leadership role that will make a real difference? We are seeking an Interim Finance Director to join a well-established charity based in Norwich.
About the Role:
You will report directly to the CEO and lead a small but dynamic finance and IT team. This is a key strategic role where you will oversee all financial operations, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and support for the charity's mission.
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic financial leadership and support to the CEO and Senior Management Team
• Lead and develop the finance and IT team to deliver high-quality financial services
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and compliance specific to the charity sector
• Ensure robust financial controls and systems are in place and adhered to
• Support and influence decision-making with clear financial insights and advice

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience working in finance leadership roles within the charity or not-for-profit sector
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication skills, able to liaise effectively at all levels
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment

Working Arrangements:

• Hybrid working model: 3 days per week in the Norwich office, with flexible remote working
• Immediate start preferred

Why Join Us?This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership role where you can make a tangible impact. There is potential for this interim role to become permanent, offering stability and ongoing career growth within the charity.

What you need to do now
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