Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with an International medical research charity to recruit a Director of Finance. The charity manages significant research funding across multiple jurisdictions, with an annual portfolio of approximately £30 million and operations spanning the UK, US, and Europe.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified finance professional to step into a broad-reaching Director role, leading financial strategy, and operations across an international network. The position offers exposure to complex multi-currency operations, strategic financial planning, and the chance to drive system modernisation while working with stakeholders globally.

Job Title: Director of Finance
Organisation: International Medical Research Charity
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 plus comprehensive benefits
Contract: Permanent
Location: London (Hybrid working - 2 days office-based)
Closing date: 13th November 2024

Key Financial Responsibilities:

• Lead financial planning and strategy across international operations.
• Oversee multi-jurisdictional financial operations and reporting (UK, US, Netherlands).
• Manage statutory accounts production and external audit processes.
• Drive improvements in financial systems and processes.
• Direct treasury management and investment strategies.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Manage financial risk and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead a team of qualified finance professionals across international locations.

Person Specification:

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, AAT or CIMA).
• Substantial senior financial leadership experience, ideally within the not-for-profit sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of charity SORP and financial regulations.
• Experience managing multi-currency, multi-jurisdiction financial operations.
• Proven track record in year-end statutory accounts and external audit.
• Experience with financial systems improvement and digital transformation.
• Knowledge of US and European financial reporting requirements.
• Experience in leading and developing international teams.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to lead a complex international finance function. You'll have the chance to work on complex financial operations while developing your strategic capabilities in a supportive environment.

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity in international healthcare finance.

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