We are looking for an individual to advise the board on financial matters. There is an opportunity for the successful candidate to become a member of our Board as Finance Director. You will have an interest in working within the youth sector and promoting equality. You may already have accountancy qualifications or will have experience working in business or the finance sector.
Mighty Girls is a Community Interest Company based in Wiltshire. We are helping girls and young women become more resilient in the face of inequalities, and encouraging them to challenge the barriers they face, as early as possible in their lives. We work with girls as young as 8 years old, and offer events and activities for young women up to 18 years of age.
Responsibilities
As Finance advisor you will:
- Bring independent judgement on issues of strategy.
- Monitor the performance of the directors.
- Ensure the company accounts properly for its actions and financial performance and that the necessary internal control systems are put in place and regularly monitored (together with the rest of the board).
- Communication - help connect the board and the company with a network of potentially useful people and organisations.
Requirements
- Specialist knowledge/experience in Finance is desirable, though not essential.
- Experience in fundraising, or advising a charity/community group is desirable.
- Commit to attending 4 board meetings per year if possible, and if not possible to attend, then to contribute on issues via phone or email.
- Lead the annual Financial audit.
- Offer impartial advice.
- Positive and proactive approach