Director of Finance and Business Support

Director of Finance and Business Support

Location: Westbourne with some possibility of home working on occasion

Salary: £65,000

Contract: Full time permanent

About the Role

Following a period of rapid expansion in recent years, AWS is seeking to appoint a Director of Finance and Business Support to a newly created senior leadership position.

This is a key strategic role within the organisation, working closely with the CEO and Director of Operations to shape the financial future of AWS. The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring the organisation's long-term financial sustainability while supporting continued growth and expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the CEO and Director of Operations to develop and deliver a five-year business plan that secures the long-term financial sustainability of AWS and supports further growth.
• Act as the primary financial adviser to the Board of Trustees, providing strategic guidance on all matters with financial implications.
• Lead the development and implementation of robust financial policies, processes, and controls appropriate to the current and future scale of AWS operations.
• Oversee the finance and business support functions, ensuring they effectively support operational needs across the organisation.
• Provide high-quality financial reporting, analysis, and strategic insight to support decision-making at senior leadership and board level.
• Build and lead a high-performing finance and business support team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A recognised UK accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Significant senior-level finance leadership experience, ideally within a growing organisation.
• A proven track record of building, developing, and managing finance and business support teams.
• Strong strategic planning and financial management skills.
• Experience advising boards, trustees, or senior leadership teams.
• The ability to operate both strategically and operationally in a fast-evolving organisation.

Why Join AWS?

This is an exciting opportunity to join AWS at a pivotal moment in its development. The Director of Finance and Business Support will play a vital role in shaping the organisation's long-term sustainability and supporting its continued impact and growth.

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Closing Date: Friday 27th March