Job Description
Finance, FJ and Operations Director
Charity Finance Group
Remote
£61,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
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Job description
Finance, FJ and Operations Director
Lead the transformation of finance
Up to £61,000 Remote-first Full-time Reports to Co-CEO
Charity Finance Group (CFG) is seeking a visionary Finance, FJ and Operations Director to drive innovation, collaboration and excellence across our organisation and the wider charity sector. This is a rare opportunity to lead an organisation and a movement that's reshaping how finance empowers social impact.
About the role
As Finance, FJ and Operations Director, you'll work closely with our two Co-CEOs to deliver CFG's mission: championing financial sustainability for charities. You'll lead the strategic and operational delivery of our Finance Journey framework-a bold, sector-defining initiative that transforms finance professionals from technicians into strategic leaders.
This role blends internal leadership with external influence. You'll oversee key functions including finance and governance, HR, digital/IT and business development,-ensuring CFG's internal systems and external offerings are aligned with our strategy, values, and member needs.
Your Impact
- Shape and deliver CFG's Finance Journey strategy across the organisation
- Lead cross-functional teams to elevate performance and maturity
- Represent CFG to media, government, partners, and sector bodies
- Inspire a mindset shift across the finance community-from operational to transformational
- Support income generation through strategic partnerships and product development
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Champion a culture of learning, inclusion, and continuous improvement
- Contribute to CFG's strategic planning and organisational development
- Provide strategic leadership across the organisation and support the board
Operational Oversight
- Lead finance, governance, HR, digital/IT, and business development teams
- Deliver robust financial analysis, reporting, and resource planning
- Ensure CFG's finance function meets evolving business needs
Finance Journey Integration
- Embed the Finance Journey ethos across CFG's products, services, and internal practices
- Collaborate with communications, learning, and membership teams
- Shape new offerings-training, events, assessments, leadership programmes
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build relationships with sector experts, partners, and members
- Represent CFG in forums, steering groups, and collaborative initiatives
- Share your expertise and catalyse sector-wide transformation
Internal Collaboration
- Work closely with Co-CEOs and the Director for Engagement
- Champion joined-up leadership, planning, and performance monitoring
- Foster a culture of inclusion, learning, and innovation
Location & Flexibility
- Remote-first: work from home or a suitable location near you
- Quarterly staff away days and ad hoc in-person events (travel costs covered)
Relationships
- Reports to Co-CEO
- Member of the Leadership Team
- Manages business development, HR, and digital teams
About CFG
Our vision is a world where financial excellence empowers every charitable and social purpose organisation to drive positive impact. The Finance Journey is our flagship framework-designed to help finance professionals evolve from technicians to strategic leaders.
Ready to lead a movement that's changing the face of charity finance?
Apply now and be the catalyst for sector-wide transformation.
