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Assistant Director of Finance

Cardiff Permanent £86,000 - £86,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an Assistant Director of Finance who will play a pivotal role in the financial management of a not-for-profit organisation based in Cardiff. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the accounting and finance department and the legal department, ensuring the efficiency of financial operations and compliance with statutory requirements.
  • Fantastic career opportunity in a newly created role
  • Amazing benefits

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation in the not-for-profit sector, providing a best in class service to its customers across Wales. They are renowned for their commitment to providing excellent services and enhancing the lives of the people they support.

Job Description

  • Oversee the financial operations of the organisation
  • Develop and implement effective financial strategies
  • Ensure compliance with statutory financial requirements
  • Manage the accounting and finance team
  • Collaborate with the Director of Finance to set financial goals
  • Prepare and present financial reports to the board of directors
  • Monitor and manage the organisation's budget
  • Participate in fundraising and grant application processes
  • Stand in for the Finance Director at Exec and Board meetings when required



The organisation are about to embark on a restructuring of the Finance department, so this role will play a pivotal part of the success of this major project. The organisation will also be implementing a new finance system in Q3 2025, so this role will also play a pivotal role in implementing the new system.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Director of Finance should have:

  • A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIPFA or CIMA)
  • Experience in a Senior Leadership role, preferably in a not-for-profit organisation, however other sectors will beconsidered
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent knowledge of financial statutory requirements and regulations
  • Proficiency in financial software and MS Office
  • Strong communication and presentation skill
  • It would be beneficial if this individual had lead/managed the treasury function for an organisation.

What's on Offer

  • A salary of £86,000
  • Generous holiday allowance of 28 days + bank holidays
  • 8% pension contributions from the employer
  • hybrid working with 2 - 3 days a week in the office
  • The ability to work a 9 day fortnight
  • The opportunity to make a real difference in the community
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment



Contact
Ross Brown
Quote job ref
JN-122024-6621202
Phone number
+44 2920 642 038

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Director / CFO
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
Cardiff
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ross Brown
Consultant phone
+44 2920 642 038
Job reference
JN-122024-6621202