Director of Finance and Resources

3 weeks ago


Cardiff, United Kingdom Head4Talent Full time
About the team The Director of Finance and Resources leads the Corporate Services team, which includes the Finance, People and Culture, IT, Facilities, Governance and Administration functions. The team is responsible for upholding the highest standards of financial management,

people practices and corporate governance. It drives continuous improvement and provides excellent customer services to all parts of the organisation. About the role

Purpose The Director of Finance and Resources leads the department. The role provides leadership and strategic direction across all of the department’s functions, including setting the financial strategy and ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and auditing

requirements. Location Working across Wales and occasionally beyond, some travel required as necessary but in line with our aim of being carbon neutral, remote delivery or sustainable transport options should be prioritised. Relationships Reporting to the Chief Executive and responsible for four direct reports and nine indirect reports. Other key relationships internally include the Senior Leadership Team and the Board and externally Responsibilities To provide leadership and strategic direction for the Finance, People and Culture, ICT, Facilities, Governance and Administrative functions to support business needs and to ensure a high-quality service across the organisation To lead and achieve the highest standards of financial management, developing effective financial controls and operations systems in order to ensure compliance with statutory regulations and auditing requirements. To provide strategic financial advice to the Board and the Senior Leadership Team in relation to funding opportunities and business development to ensure we meet targets for income and surpluses. To lead the preparation of the statutory accounts at year end and quarterly management accounts to the Board, funders and other interested external stakeholders. To oversee and achieve the highest standards and internal controls across corporate governance, ICT, people, facilities management and administration. To oversee and achieve the highest standards of risk management and board assurance. To establish new and maintain existing partnerships and relationships to enable the organisation to meet its missions and goals. To participate in strategic decision making as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. To report on progress to the Chief Executive and to the Board as well as to clients and funders. To provide strategic advice to the Chief Executive and to the Board. To deputise for the Chief Executive as required To undertake any other duties which could be reasonably considered commensurate with the role, or necessary for the smooth running of the business. About you

Qualifications You will hold a CCAB qualification. Knowledge Extensive experience of working at a senior level and providing senior leadership, particularly within a finance role. Extensive experience of leading financial management and developing effective financial control and operations systems. Substantial experience of leading in one or more of the following areas: HR, ICT, facilities or governance. Substantial experience of leading high performing teams. Significant experience of leading organisational change and reviewing as well as implementing improved processes/systems on a continual basis. Significant experience of developing and maintaining successful relationships and partnerships at a senior level. Significant knowledge and understanding of governance rules and procedures, particularly for third sector and/or co-operative organisations. High-level knowledge of the third sector or co-operative sector and about the funding environment in which we operate. Skills Highly developed financial leadership and management skills. Highly developed skills in leading organisational change. The ability to think strategically - to see the bigger picture Highly developed skills in project, people and financial management. Highly skilled at managing people and high performing teams so that colleagues are fully utilised, motivated, coached, performance managed and mentored. Excellent organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to tight deadlines under pressure. Excellent written and verbal communication skills across a variety of formats and styles. Highly developed skills at developing and maintaining strong relationships at a senior level. All staff are expected to be able to work independently and as part of a team and organise work in order to meet multiple deadlines, build effective relationships and use MS Office and online meeting tools. The ability to communicate fluently in Welsh is highly desirable but not essential for this role.

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