Director of Finance and Governance (UK based Islamic Charity, remote working with travel to London for meetings once a week)

Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with a great charity focused on developing a thriving Muslim community within the UK. This is an innovative charity which aims to help Muslims calculate and give Zakat to those in need across the UK. An exciting opportunity exists for a Director of Finance and Governance to join the team. As Director of Finance and Governance, you will provide strategic direction and leadership of the charity’s Finance, Governance and People functions. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the overall direction of the charity working closely with the Senior Leadership team and the CEO. This is a full-time, permanent role with flexible working options available. Meetings in London once a week. 

Who are we looking for?

Ideal candidates will have strategic financial analysis and budgeting ability as well as risk management knowledge and experience. You will be technically strong with a recognised  qualification such as ACCA, ACA or CIMA with extensive post qualified experience managing finance teams. You will have project management experience and experience in financial systems implementation and roll-out. Knowledge and application of charity governance, legal and compliance processes, including UK GAAP and Charity Commission regulations is advantageous for this role. With strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, financial reporting standards, budgeting and forecasting methods, and laws and regulations , you will be able to ensure the charity has robust systems and processes in place. You will have a collegiate approach to work and will be able to demonstrate team development and leadership skills. Knowledge of the Islamic charity sector and Zakat giving would be an advantage although not essential as training can be provided. We are seeking highly motivated and skilled individuals looking to develop their  career in finance in a supportive environment.

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis and roles may closer earlier than initially indicated.