Job Opportunity
Brightwater Executive is delighted to be retained exclusively by our client in their search for a Director of Finance, Administration & IT.
About the Role
The Director will play a pivotal role in shaping and safeguarding the organisation's financial sustainability, operational effectiveness, and technological capability.
As a member of the Executive Team, the Director will contribute to the delivery of the strategic objectives while upholding the mission and values.
Key Responsibilities
* Financial Leadership: Develop and implement financial strategies, oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, and provide clear insights to the Board and Executive Team.
* Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the finance, IT, and administration teams.
* Risk & Compliance: Advance risk management processes, oversee statutory and internal audits, and ensure compliance with charity, housing, and financial regulations.
* Company Secretary Duties: Ensure governance and compliance requirements are met across the group, including board administration and director appointments.
* IT Management: Oversee technology infrastructure and vendor relationships, ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient systems that support hybrid and remote working.
* Administration: Manage procurement, insurance, and office administration, while supporting data protection processes.
* Governance & Committees: Support Finance and Audit & Risk sub-committees, ensuring effective reporting and governance standards.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with funders, donors, regulators, and sector networks, representing the organisation externally to strengthen its reputation.
Requirements
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 10+ years senior management experience.
Proven track record managing the finances of a large, complex organisation.
Strong expertise in governance, company law, charity law, and housing law.
Demonstrable experience in strategic planning, team leadership, and delivery of results in a dynamic environment.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Commitment to the mission and values.