Director of Finance Job in Plymouth, Devon

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Director of Finance Job in Plymouth, Devon

Job Description
The University of Plymouth Students' Union (UPSU) is an independent, value led charity that represents the needs of the students studying at the University of Plymouth. They support the wellbeing of every student and make sure students have a successful, fulfilling and rewarding time both at University and in the future. They do this through helping students to be empowered, learn and grow, be socially fulfilled, feel more financially secure and ensure students are supported and cared for.

UPSU has been on a journey investing heavily in consultation with our students, staff, trustees and the University to develop a new Strategic Plan. Using an integrated approach the following principles are at the core of every decision we now take and our aim is to create an exciting, vibrant and diverse working environment for all.

To help create a sense of belonging in our student community
To effectively represent the student voice
To develop students mental and physical wellbeing
To enable students to have fun

The Role

Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Finance will be responsible for financial management and also take the lead on developing human resources. The Finance team is established but needs strategic direction and line management support. The HR function has been subject to a recent external review and needs someone to take the lead on putting it all in place.

As Director of Finance you will also be a member of our senior leadership team and expected to give financial support to the CEO and Board of Trustees on all financial aspects of the organisation.

About You

To succeed in this role you will:

Be a qualified accountant with substantial financial management experience including strategic planning, budgeting, statutory reporting, management accounts and ensuring adequate financial systems and controls are in place across the organisation
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrable experience of leading and engaging with finance and other corporate functions to develop a mature and rounded service
Be a strong people person and leader, able to communicate well with your peers and team members and have resilience to adapt quickly to changing priorities from internal and external stakeholders
Experience of working in a senior finance role in a charity or demonstrable knowledge of the charity SORP would be beneficial
This role will also lead on all HR matters so experience in this area would be desirable but not essential In return for your hard work and dedication you will enjoy a wide variety of benefits including:

Salary package £48,000 – £52,000
Flexible working
25 days annual leave plus all statutory and public holidays. This entitlement increases to 30 days after five years' continuous service. 3 days additional leave are awarded at Christmas in line with UPSU's shut down period.
Pension
Access to charity worker discountsClosing date: 16th October

Interview date: 4th November on site in Plymouth

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Category: Accounting/Financial/Insurance
City: Plymouth
County: Devon
Country: United Kingdom
Salary: £48000 – £52000/annum
Benefits: