As CFO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Victim Support's future. Reporting to the CEO and leading a team of around 15, you will ensure the charity's financial sustainability and provide expert leadership across all areas of finance.You will:
Provide strategic financial leadership to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Board
Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting to support growth and long-term sustainability
Oversee financial controls, audits, statutory reporting and governance frameworks
Develop and motivate the finance team to deliver high-quality accounting, analysis, procurement and property management
Ensure strong financial input into tenders, grants and new ventures, including cost and profitability analysis
Following probation, lead the organisation's approach to risk management
Play a pivotal leadership role as CFO at Victim SupportShape the charity's future during an exciting time of growth and transformationA proven track record of success in a senior finance role (in the charity, social enterprise or private sector), leading teams in complex organisations with annual income above £20mExperience in an executive team setting is essentialExperience of providing financial leadership and advice in a commercial and competitive setting, including:Evaluating and developing new commercial service propositionsContract analysis and reporting in a service delivery contextStrong emotional intelligence skills with a proven ability to motivate and lead a team to transform and deliver in a challenging environmentExperience of implementing and exploiting digital / technology to deliver the finance functionVictim Support is an independent charity. They are dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales, and put them at the heart of their organisation. Their support and campaigns are informed and shaped by these people and their experiences.They provide specialist services to help people manage after crime and to empower them to ensure their voices are heard individually and collectively at a local and national level.This role is primarily home-based, with regular travel required for team and Board meetings, including occasional overnight stays.The salary for the position is £101,489.Applications close on 6 September.
