Director of Finance & Operations

Venn Group

  • London
  • £400-425 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
Venn Group is delighted to be supporting an established and award-winning human rights charity in recruiting an Interim Director of Finance & Operations to provide leadership during an exciting period of transformation.You will join a collaborative and passionate Senior Management Team, leading the Finance, IT, and Estates functions, and contributing at Board level to strategic decision-making. This is a hands-on, high impact leadership position offering the opportunity to work alongside sector-leading trustees and senior executives.Key responsibilities of the role:
  • Provide clear, actionable financial advice to the Senior Management Team and Board to support long-term strategic decision-making
  • Conduct detailed income and expenditure analysis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Review and provide guidance on modernising financial systems and processes across the organisation, including driving IT and digital transformation to improve efficiency and reporting
  • Offer day-to-day management, mentoring, and support to the Finance, IT, and Estates teams, ensuring smooth operations and clear priorities
  • Stabilise the charity’s estates, including overseeing negotiations and planning around decommissioned premises, developing operational plans for regional teams, and securing tenants to co-share premises
  • Ensure statutory reporting, compliance, and governance requirements are met
  • Act as a trusted advisor to trustees and senior executives on financial, operational, and strategic matters
Ideal candidate profile:
  • Qualified Accountant
  • Proven track record as a senior finance leader within the charity sector
  • Executive-level experience in delivering digital transformation and improving operational efficiency
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and engage teams
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and Board-level communication skills
Agency reference number: J90363Location: LondonDuration: 3- 6 month interim assignmentPay rate: £400 - £425 per dayWorking hours: Full-timeWorking pattern: HybridStart date: AugustThis vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

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