Strategic Finance Director (0.8 FTE) - Social Enterprise

Creative United; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-led social enterprise is seeking a Finance Director to lead financial planning and reporting. This role involves overseeing finance operations, ensuring compliance, and managing a small team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with senior management experience, particularly in small business or not-for-profit settings. Join a supportive environment that values creativity, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial thinking.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Opportunity to influence strategic direction

Qualifications

• Track record of senior financial leadership in a small business or not-for-profit.
• Proven experience at senior management level, including board reporting.
• Ability to manage regulatory and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and reporting.
• Prepare management information for the Board and SMT.
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations including cashflow and payroll.

Skills

Financial leadership

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication of financial information

Collaboration and solutions-focused approach

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Tools

Xero

Job description

A values-led social enterprise is seeking a Finance Director to lead financial planning and reporting. This role involves overseeing finance operations, ensuring compliance, and managing a small team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with senior management experience, particularly in small business or not-for-profit settings. Join a supportive environment that values creativity, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial thinking.