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Person Specification

Essential

  1. Recognised professional financial/accountancy qualification (such as ACA, ACCA or similar).
  2. Record of success in senior financial role requiring both strategic input as well as more hands-on involvement on a day-to-day basis, preferably in a non-profit organisation.
  3. Experience of preparing management and financial accounts.
  4. Knowledge of current accounting standards and practice.
  5. Experience of developing and implementing financial controls and procedures.
  6. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and financial management software (e.g. Sage).
  7. Experience of preparation of audit files and resolution of audit issues.
  8. Ability to communicate financial information clearly and accurately to colleagues.
  9. Experience of investment management and good understanding of current investment issues.
  10. Ability to work as a member of an Executive Team and contribute to strategic planning.
  11. Ability to take a strategic HR management role.
  12. Ability to manage IT at a strategic level and manage an IT support contract.
  13. Ability to manage the facilities function.
  14. Ability to manage staff, motivate, develop, appraise and build team working.
  15. Commitment to the promotion of diversity, equity and inclusion in both service delivery and employment.
  16. Willing to work within a Quaker ethos of commitment to social justice.
  17. Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.

 

Desirable

  1. Direct or indirect experience of grant-making.
  2. Experience of social investment.
  3. Experience of responsible investment and shareholder activism.
  4. Experience of corporate tax.
  5. Experience of company secretarial duties.