About the organisation
Our mission is simple: to bring people together to develop community-based solutions that enhance services and create a stronger Dorset by:
- Developing neighbourhoods and places through practical community projects;
- Supporting people with their training and skills development and;
- Undertaking third sector development and research.
About the role
Overall Purpose of Role
· Support the Senior Management Team (SMT) and Trustees with the strategic financial planning of the organisation to ensure our ongoing financial viability.
· Support the Finance Manager with overseeing the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are conducted within legal requirements, accounting conventions and good practice.
· Ensure that the charity has satisfactory systems for holding in trust for beneficiaries; funding, properties and other assets, and ensure that funding is invested to the maximum benefit of the charity, within the constraints of the law and other policies set by the board
· Ensure that the charity’s financial dealings are systematically accounted for, audited and publicly available.
· Chair the Finance & Operations Committee (F&OC), which meets monthly.
Our ideal candidate
Want to make a difference to local communities in Dorset? We’re looking for a finance professional, with the right skills, experience and motivation, who’d love to give a little back to these communities by supporting one of Dorset’s leading charities:
· Be part of a dynamic and well-respected charity championing and supporting the voluntary sector in Dorset.
· Help Dorset Community Action become more enterprising and market-driven to better achieve its charitable aims whilst maintaining its core values.
· Use your financial experience and professional skills to benefit Dorset’s communities.
What’s in it for you
We can offer you the opportunity to work with a passionate and committed staff and Trustee team, who are supporting community organisations across Dorset to realise their aspirations.
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