The Director of Finance is a key member of the ExecutiveLeadership Team, responsible for strategic and operational leadership of theFinance , IT and Data protection, and Facilities functions, and supportingeffective governance and financial oversight by the Board of Trustees. Thisrole reports directly to the Chief Executive and has a crucial role in shapingthe hospices financial strategy, long-term sustainability, and operationalefficiency.

The post-holder will lead on all aspects of financialmanagement and reporting, oversee facilities and premises-related operations,and act as the lead contact for Trustees, finance and audit matters. Workingclosely with the Chief Executive and fellow Directors, the Director of Financewill help deliver the hospices strategic objectives and ensure robustgovernance and financial control.

Main duties of the job

About the Role

As Director of Finance, youll:

• Lead all aspects of financial strategy, reporting, and governance
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations and team leadership
• Provide critical insight and assurance to the Chief Executive and Trustees
• Responsible for executive on-call duties as part of a scheduled rota, handling urgent issues outside regular business hours.
• Support the financial management of fundraising income and grant funding
• Manage the Facilities function to ensure safe, compliant, and well-maintained premises
• Drive continuous improvement, sustainability, and operational effectiveness
• Support the IT and Data protection operations

Youll be instrumental in helping us deliver our strategic vision with financial clarity, stability, and confidence.

About us

Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day

Are you a senior finance leader looking for a role withpurpose, balance, and challenge?

Halton Haven Hospice is seeking a Director of Financeto join our Executive Leadership Team. This is a rare opportunity to shape thefinancial future of a much-loved local charity that provides vital care andsupport to individuals and families at their most vulnerable.

Working 4 days per week, youll bring strategicinsight and operational excellence to our Finance and Facilities functions, andact as a key advisor to the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.

Job responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Governance

Provide strategic financial leadership to the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.

Take part in the executive on-call duties as part of a scheduled rota, handling urgent issues outside regular business hours.

Lead on financial planning, business modelling, forecasting, and long-term sustainability strategy.

Prepare and present management accounts, financial dashboards, forecasts, and strategic reports to the Board and Finance Sub-Committee.

Ensure the organisations financial governance, policies, and reporting meet all statutory, regulatory, and charity commission requirements.

Act as the executive lead for governance reporting, supporting the Board and its committees with accurate, timely information.

Play a central role in business planning and annual budget setting, ensuring alignment with hospice strategy and values.

Finance Team Leadership

Lead, support, and inspire the staff in the Finance, IT and Data Protection and Facilities teams.

Provide oversight of day-to-day financial operations including payroll, banking, VAT, gift aid, accounts payable/receivable, and reconciliations.

Ensure financial systems (e.g., Xero and fundraising CRM) are accurate and up-to-date, supporting timely decision-making.

Oversee the monthly and annual accounts processes, including audit preparation and liaison with external auditors.

Embed strong financial controls and continuously improve internal processes to enhance transparency, efficiency, and risk management.

Fundraising and Grant Support

Work closely with the Fundraising Team to ensure accurate financial recording and reporting of fundraising income streams.

Support financial aspects of grant funding bids and ensure effective financial monitoring and reporting of grant conditions and claims.

Facilities Oversight

Provide leadership to the facilities function, ensuring effective maintenance, safety, and compliance of all premises and equipment.

Ensure facilities and estates management align with health and safety standards and regulatory requirements.

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Key Tasks

Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor progress against plans throughout the year.

Support income generation through financial insights, modelling, and performance reporting.

Ensure effective cash flow management and reporting.

Deliver monthly and quarterly management accounts, variance analysis, and forecasts to SLT and Trustees.

Oversee all statutory returns, including VAT, pensions, and charity commission filings.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives across finance and facilities operations.

Ensure all aspects of compliance relating to finance, facilities, contracts, and health & safety are met.

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Communication and Relationship Management

Act as a senior liaison between Trustees, the Executive Team, and operational managers.

Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

Build collaborative relationships with external auditors, banks, insurers, regulators, and funding bodies.

Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity in all financial and operational matters.

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General Responsibilities

Promote and model the hospices values and leadership behaviours.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of charity accounting standards, financial legislation, and regulatory frameworks.

Attend and contribute to team, SLT, and Trustee meetings as required.

Support cross-organisational initiatives and project teams, including digital and systems development.

Act as a member of the Hospices Safeguarding and Equality & Inclusion leadership responsibilities, ensuring financial and facilities policies meet all safeguarding and diversity standards.

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Safeguarding

Ensure finance and facilities operations adhere to safeguarding standards and reporting procedures.

Support Trustees and the Executive Team in fulfilling their safeguarding governance duties.

Person Specification

Experience

• Senior financial leadership in a complex organisation
• Leading annual budgeting, forecasting and financial strategy
• Preparing and presenting reports to Boards or Trustee Committees
• Managing audits and statutory accounts
• Leading, developing and motivating teams
• Experience in a hospice, charity, or healthcare organisation
• Facilities and premises oversight
• Experience of working with grant funders and fundraising teams

Qualifications

• Recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent)
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Relevant CPD in charity or healthcare finance

Skills and Abilities

• Able to interpret and communicate complex financial data to non-finance stakeholders
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Able to contribute at both strategic and hands-on operational level
• Project and risk management experience
• Experience in developing business cases and funding proposals

Personal Qualities

• Empathy with the aims and values of Halton Haven Hospice
• High standards of integrity and confidentiality
• Resilient, collaborative, and solution-focused
• Committed to diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding best practice
• Willingness to work flexibly across 4 days and occasionally attend meetings outside core hours
• Right to work in the UK

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of financial controls, charity SORP, VAT, and governance
• Competent in using finance systems (e.g. Xero), Excel, and CRMs
• Understanding of UK charity regulations and Charity Commission guidance
• Knowledge of NHS and local authority commissioning
• Understanding of JustGiving or online giving platforms

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Part-time,Flexible working,Home or remote working