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Amersham, Buckinghamshire (Hybrid)
£65,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

Director of Finance and Operations

RESPONSIBLE FOR: Senior HR Executive (PT) and Database & Operations Officer (PT)

HOURS: Full-Time (9am-5pm, Monday-Friday)

JOB LOCATION: Hybrid - home and minimum 2 days in the office (Amersham, Buckinghamshire)

PENSION: 7% non-contributory

ANNUAL LEAVE: 28 days, plus bank holidays

OTHER BENEFITS: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Free Parking

Job Description

The Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) will play a crucial role in realising our ambitious plans as a charity. The postholder will be a member of our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), along with the CEO, Director of Development, Director of Programmes and Director of Fundraising and Communications. The DFO role is responsible for overseeing the financial health, operational effectiveness, and organisational infrastructure of the charity, ensures that the charity operates efficiently, ethically, and in compliance with all regulatory and fiduciary requirements. This role blends strategic financial leadership with hands-on operational management and is critical to enabling the charity to achieve its charitable programme as well as provide long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Management

  • Provide strategic financial leadership, including long-range financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Develop and manage the organisation’s annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with senior leadership.
  • Manage the accounting functions, including payroll and pension, and month-end and year-end close.
  • Prepare and present timely, accurate financial reports to the SLT, Finance and Investment Sub- Committee, and Board of Trustees.
  • Monitor cash flow, reserves, and investments to ensure financial stability and liquidity.
  • Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, funder requirements, and nonprofit accounting standards.
  • Lead annual audits and coordinate with external auditors.
  • Manage relationship with investment managers and their adherence to investment strategy.
  • Support the Fundraising team in submitting income application, financial reporting, and compliance requirements.

Operations & Organisational Management

  • Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure efficient systems, processes, and internal controls.
  • Lead and continuously improve policies and procedures related to finance, operations, and administration.
  • Manage organisational risk, insurance coverage, and compliance (e.g., legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations).
  • Oversee facilities, technology, and vendor relationships, ensuring cost-effectiveness and reliability.
  • Ensure strong data management, financial systems, and operational reporting tools are in place.

Human Resources & Administration

  • Oversee HR operations, including payroll, benefits administration, employee policies, and compliance with employment laws.
  • Partner with leadership on workforce planning, compensation strategy, and organisational design.
  • Support performance management systems and contribute to a positive, inclusive organisational culture.
  • Ensure onboarding, offboarding, and personnel record management processes are effective and compliant.

Leadership & Strategy

  • As a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to organisational strategy and decision-making.
  • Advise the SLT and Board on financial and operational implications of strategic initiatives.
  • Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
  • Lead and mentor finance and operations staff, fostering professional development and accountability.
Application resources
Posted by
Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 6 - 10
Posted on: 15 January 2026
Closing date: 12 February 2026 at 18:00
Tags: Communications, Finance, Human Resources, Operations, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Youth / Children, Governance / Management

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