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Director of Finance
Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth
Location: Portsmouth
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About the Diocese
Executive Heads are proud to be working in partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth to appoint a strategic and mission-aligned Director of Finance. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity within a values-driven organisation at a transformative moment in its journey. The Diocese is currently implementing a bold and ambitious 10-year Mission Plan, focused on renewal, sustainability, and service to its parishes and communities. This role offers the chance to shape the financial future of the Diocese while supporting its spiritual and pastoral mission.
The Role
The Director of Finance will report to the Chief Operating Officer and serve as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team. In this role, you will lead the Diocese’s financial strategy and ensure its long-term sustainability. You will oversee treasury operations, ethical investment management, and risk governance, while also developing and delivering a five to ten-year financial strategy that aligns with the Diocese’s pastoral priorities. You will be responsible for managing and developing a high-performing finance and payroll team, and for supporting parishes with financial planning, stewardship, and compliance. You will also shape and oversee the Diocese’s IT strategy and digital transformation efforts. Ensuring compliance with charity law, financial regulations, and governance standards will be a core part of your responsibilities. Additionally, you will provide expert financial advice to the Bishop, Trustees, and senior leaders, and communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to a wide range of audiences.
About You
We are looking for a strategic, values-led leader who holds a recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or an equivalent. You will have significant financial leadership experience within complex or charitable organisations, along with a strong understanding of governance, charity law, and ethical investment practices. You will bring expertise in financial modelling, forecasting, and long-term planning. Your communication skills will be excellent, with the ability to present and write in clear, accessible language. You will be confident in public speaking and capable of engaging effectively with diverse audiences. Your leadership style will be collaborative and empathetic, and you will demonstrate tenacity, integrity, and a deep commitment to service.
Cultural Fit
The successful candidate will embody the Diocese’s values of faith, integrity, compassion, collaboration, and stewardship. You will be a strategic thinker with a passion for service, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to align financial decisions with pastoral priorities.
How to Apply
If you are a purpose-driven finance leader with a passion for mission and a track record of delivering strategic impact, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV via the Executive Heads website.
For a confidential conversation please contact Nadia Knight
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance, Strategy/Planning, and Accounting/Auditing
* Industries
Religious Institutions and Non-profit Organizations
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