Groundwork London
Director of Finance And Operations
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Finance Director and Corporate Services
Location: London
Contract: Permanent
Salary: c£95,000
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Groundwork London are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of their background, can thrive. Our dedication to EDI is central to our mission of building a stronger, more connected community. We believe that by embracing the unique perspectives and experiences of each individual, we can better serve and support our communities.
We are seeking an experienced Finance Director and Corporate Services to manage our finances and processes to support over 300 environmental and community projects in London and the South East.
Not-for-profit organization Groundwork London are looking for an experienced Finance Director who has worked in a complex organization, ideally within a project-led environment. This role sits in the SLT, reporting to the Executive Director and the Board, and is responsible for finance, HR, IT, and facilities. This role is perfect for someone with broad experience and who wants to make an instant impact.
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From a finance perspective, the FD is responsible for all strategic finance and budgeting and forecasting, as well as leading on statutory accounts and reporting. This is a broad role, leading a finance team of 8.
You will be a motivated and innovative individual who is:
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified Accountant with significant experience leading across finance as well as with some exposure to other corporate services functions, i.e., HR, IT, Facilities
- Confident leading a growing finance function, particularly within a service-led industry with multiple projects running at once
- Has experience working in a tight-knit Senior Leadership Team, and reporting to the Board
- Is excited by Groundwork’s mission and values
In addition to your technical skills, you will be an excellent communicator, will be able to develop strong relationships with your colleagues and clients, and support a professional team and service culture.
About Us
Groundwork London works with communities across the capital to transform their lives and the places they live. We have been at the forefront of social and environmental regeneration in London for over 30 years, and today we have a simple mission: to create better places, improve people’s prospects, and promote greener living and working. We are passionate about creating a future where every neighbourhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny, and no one is held back by their background or circumstances.
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Application Process
Apply now! Refer to the Job Description and Person Specification and complete the Application Form to set out your interest, skills, and experience for this role.
Please return completed applications to: ellie.prideaux@tracerecruit.com quoting ref: DFCS/1310
Closing date for applications: Friday 4th September, but applications will be reviewed throughout the process.
For further information relating to this position, please contact ellie.prideaux@tracerecruit.com
Appointment to this role is subject to a Standard DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service
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