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Godalming, Surrey (On-site)
£85,000 - £90,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

About Ladywell and FMDM Foundation CIO

The Franciscan Missionaries of the Divine Motherhood (FMDM) is an international congregation of Catholic women inspired by the life of Francis and Clare of Assisi. At the heart of their mission is Ladywell, a serene and vibrant multi-purpose site in Godalming, established in 1956, which includes a Care Home, Congregational Leadership Team offices, and a Finance and Administration hub. Ladywell is known for fostering hospitality, personal growth, and a peaceful environment rooted in Gospel values. It also serves as the location for a Franciscan Centre offering programs for day and residential groups. The organization supports its community of sisters with a team of approximately 70 employees dedicated to its mission.

In Ladywell, we seek to create a hospitable Franciscan place, rooted in Gospel values, where a peaceful atmosphere nurtures life for everyone. As Mission Partners, we do more than work for the Sisters; we work alongside them, each bringing professional expertise to help shape and direct the mission of the Franciscan Missionaries of the Divine Motherhood (FMDM).

In Ladywell, we seek to create a hospitable Franciscan place, where a peaceful atmosphere nurtures life for everyone. As Mission Partners, we do more than work for the Sisters; we work alongside them, each bringing professional expertise to help shape and direct the mission of the Franciscan Missionaries of the Divine Motherhood (FMDM).

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership of all financial functions of the FMDM Foundation CIO and the wider Congregation.

Reporting to the General Bursar and working closely with the Congregational Leadership Team (CLT) and Trustees, this is a senior and influential role with responsibility for ensuring long-term financial sustainability, robust governance, and compliance with Canon Law, Charity Law, and financial best practice.

The post-holder will play a vital role in enabling the Congregation’s mission and global activities to flourish through sound financial stewardship, effective risk management, and collaborative leadership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide overall strategic and operational leadership of finance and business administration
  • Oversee budgets, management accounts, audits, payroll, and statutory reporting
  • Advise Trustees and CLT on financial viability, risk, and forward planning
  • Ensure compliance with Charity Commission requirements, SORP, Canon Law, Charity Law and Civil Law
  • Lead and inspire the Finance Team, supporting professional development and change
  • Manage property, assets, investments, and external professional relationships
  • Work collaboratively with international FMDM leaders and bursars
  • Attend Trustee Board, Committee, and CLT meetings, providing high-quality financial reports

About You

You will be a senior finance professional who combines technical excellence with integrity, discretion, and a collaborative leadership style. You will be comfortable working in a faith-based, values-led environment and committed to supporting the mission and ethos of a religious charitable organisation.

Essential requirements include:

  • ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent) qualification
  • Senior-level experience in charity or not-for-profit finance and governance
  • Proven experience of budgeting, management accounts, audit, and strategic planning
  • Experience reporting to Boards of Trustees
  • Strong people management and leadership skills
  • High levels of confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail
  • An understanding of the ethos of the Catholic Church in a professional context
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Willingness to travel overseas to countries in which the FMDMs are present, should the need arise

Desirable experience includes:

  • Experience within international or religious organisations
  • Knowledge of charity property matters and investment oversight
  • Familiarity with charity-specific financial reporting (SORP)

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and the post holder must have right to work in the UK.

Why Join Us?

  • A unique opportunity to contribute your professional expertise to a meaningful global mission
  • Work in a peaceful, values-led environment grounded in Franciscan hospitality
  • Collaborative working alongside Sisters and Mission Partners
  • The chance to make a lasting impact through responsible stewardship and service

How to apply

To apply please write a covering letter clearly stating your interest and reasons for applying to work for the FMDM Foundation CIO as Director of Finance and Business Administration and provide an up-to-date CV to us by 7th January 2025. CV only applications will not be accepted.

First round of interviews to take place week commencing 12th January with those shortlisted to a second round later in January

Application resources
Posted by
FMDM Foundation CIO View profile Organisation type Registered Charity
Posted on: 22 December 2025
Closing date: 07 January 2026 at 22:00
Job ref: Director of Finance
Tags: Finance, Accounting, Faith-Based, Strategy, Governance / Management

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