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Financial Governance Director

1 month ago

Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Foundation Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Financial Governance Director to oversee the Foundation's finance functions and ensure compliance with charity law and regulatory requirements.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will provide financial oversight, ensuring efficient and compliant processes. They will act as the main contact for investment houses, banks, and auditors, ensuring financial reporting is clear and accurate. Additionally, they will support the Board of Trustees, preparing papers for board and committee meetings, and assisting with trustee recruitment, training, and evaluations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Line management of the Office Manager/Executive Assistant
  • Providing KCF financial oversight; adapting and improving policies and processes to maximise efficiency and accuracy
  • Working with KCF's Book-keeper and Office Manager to ensure compliance with KCF's financial procedures and controls
  • Main point of contact for Investment Houses and Banks
  • Act as a signatory on mandates in line with our financial policies
  • Be the main point of contact for the accountants during audit and through preparation of annual accounts
  • Ensure the foundation is legally compliant, informing/advising the CE and Board on matters of governance and liaising with legal professionals as required
  • Preparation of papers for and minute Board Meetings and Sub-Committee meetings with the support of the Office Manager/Executive Assistant
  • Reviewing and updating Sub-Committee terms of reference to ensure they are fit for purpose
  • Managing the recruitment and induction process for new trustees
  • Carrying out board evaluations and skills audits as requested by the Chair
  • Ensuring trustees are adequately trained to effectively conduct their roles
  • Managing and updating all KCF policies to comply with the charity's general obligations and in accordance with UKCF and charity commission best practice
  • Preparation of annual returns and submission of accounts to Charity Commission and Companies House, and any other regulatory requirements
  • Overseeing the Quality Accreditation process and implementation of improvements as identified through QA recommendations
  • Oversee HR policy; including reviewing and creating contracts, staff handbook, and other HR policies
  • Ensuring legal compliance in relation to new starters
Person Specification
  • ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified or qualified by experience
  • Financial management, including management accounts and reporting
  • Confident IT skills; confident using Microsoft Office applications especially Excel
  • Working knowledge of Xero software
  • Understanding of Charity Commission and Companies House reporting requirements
  • Understanding of Charity Law
Salary Information

The estimated salary for this role is £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.