Sussex Community Development Association (SCDA) has been making a difference in our community for over 25 years. We run a range of projects & services aimed at improving economic stability and opportunity, health and wellbeing, and addressing loneliness, social isolation and social cohesion. Come and join our flexible, inclusive and friendly organisation and work in a role which gives you great job satisfaction with a fabulous team and start being a part of making that difference!
Finance Director
Hours of work 22.5 hrs / 3 days per week, permanent contract
Based Newhaven, with hybrid working available after completing induction
Salary £60 K per annum pro rata, dependant on skills, qualification and previous experience
Ideally, you will have a proven track record as a senior level decision maker who offers broad cross sector experience, and demonstrates excellent communication skills. You will also have an understanding of the complexities of working within the 3rd sector funding framework.
With responsibility for providing expert strategic financial advice and professional input right across the organisation, you will ensure the finances of the Charity run smoothly and efficiently. You will consider the wider internal and external factors presented to you by our internal knowledge experts alongside the financial position in order to support the delivery of the services and enterprises, which fulfil the organisation’s mission and values.
You will also provide effective leadership and direction of the well-regarded finance team with a person-centred approach.
Providing sound financial and contract management advice and ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and audit requirements, you will additionally contribute to the strategic leadership of the charity as an active member of our Senior Management Team.
We are looking for people to join our team who have the qualities and skills we feel would most benefit our internal and external clients; professionalism, empathy, kindness and understanding. In return, we understand people want to work in a supportive environment with friendly colleagues. We offer a flexible, hybrid approach to delivery wherever possible, annual leave of 23 days per year pro rata plus bank holidays and sick pay from the start (increasing with service), additional sick pay per year for planned operations and recovery, a pension scheme, bereavement leave, and managers who are available to you… plus a day off for your birthday!
Interviews will be held in Newhaven.
Closing date: 5pm on Tuesday 19th September 2023
1st stage interviews: Thursday 28th September 2023
For the job description and to apply, please go to www.sussexcommunity.org.uk/work-with-us
Completed application forms can be sent to HR via email to [email protected]
You may think that you’re not a 100% match to what we’re looking for, but we recognise that some skills and experience may be transferable rather than an exact match. If you’re unsure about whether to apply, please do contact the HR team on [email protected] and we would be happy to arrange an informal discussion with the CEO or current FD.
