Director of Finance

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Director of Finance
Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire
Salary: £42,000 per annum, (£70,000 pro rata)
Vacancy Type: Part time – 22.5 days per week
Lead Financial Strategy. Enable Extraordinary Care.
At Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service, we provide specialist care and vital support to children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, and their families, across Berkshire and surrounding counties.
It costs £3.4 million each year to maintain our current level of care, with minimal government funding. Every decision we make must balance compassion with sustainability. We are now seeking an exceptional Director of Finance to help secure our long-term future and develop services in line with demand.
This is more than a finance role. It is an opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a much-loved local charity and ensure we continue reaching every child and family who needs us.
The Role
As Director of Finance, you will:
Provide strategic financial leadership and be a key member of the Senior Management Team Lead long-term financial planning to ensure sustainability and resilience Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and reserves management Ensure compliance with charity accounting standards and statutory requirements Present clear, insightful financial reports to the Board of Trustees Be responsible for financial controls, systems and governance You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team, helping to shape the future direction of the organisation.
About You
We are looking for a strategic and values-driven finance leader who brings:
A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Significant senior financial leadership experience Strong experience in strategic planning, budgeting and financial governance The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial audiences High levels of integrity, judgement and emotional intelligence Charity or healthcare experience is welcome but not essential. We are equally interested in candidates from commercial or public sector backgrounds who are motivated to apply their expertise in a purpose-driven environment.
Why Join Us?
Work in a beautiful, purpose-built hospice in Maidenhead Generous annual leave, including your birthday off and additional “Alexander Days” Pension and Death in Service cover Employee Assistance Programme Free on-site parking A genuinely supportive, values-led culture Staff discounts To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service, please don’t hesitate to apply
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Location:
Maidenhead
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Accounting/Financial/Insurance

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