Finance Director

Finance Director - £65,000 per annum + Benefits - Stockport – Hybrid (3days in the office / 2 at home) For over 30 years, Pure Innovations has been transforming lives. Their journey began with a simple but powerful belief: with the right support, people with disabilities can achieve extraordinary things. Today, they support hundreds of individuals into employment and many more into meaningful activities that build confidence, independence, and purpose. Their mission is clear: to ensure that no one is left behind. They believe that by supporting people to live healthy, independent and valued lives, communities will prosper. They are now looking for a Finance Director to join their senior leadership team and help drive their next phase of growth and impact. About the Role This is more than a traditional finance role. As Finance Director, you will be at the heart of the organisation—driving financial strategy, strengthening governance, and ensuring they have the resources, insight, and controls to grow sustainably. Working closely with the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic leadership, robust assurance, and commercial insight, while also supporting innovation and income generation through the trading subsidiaries and partnerships. The role will : * Lead the financial strategy and long-term planning of the organisation * Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board of Trustees * Ensure strong governance, compliance, and risk management across the charity and its subsidiaries * Oversee financial reporting, audit, and controls, including consolidated accounts * Drive performance through insightful financial analysis and business partnering * Provide strategic oversight of trading subsidiaries and commercial activity * Support growth, innovation, and new income opportunities * Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, embedding efficient systems and technology About You : It is essential you are a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA,CIPFA or equivalent) who is motivated by purpose and aligned to the values of the organisation. Ideally you will have worked at a senior level within a complex environment and have strong expertise in governance, compliance and financial control. Benefits : * Flexible working hours * Health benefits * Pension * Discounts at catering outlets and Pure Innovations products * Company events Closing Date : 1st May at 5pm with 1st interviews scheduled 14th May and 2nd interviews on the 20th May Bayman Atkinson Smythe is the retained partner for this recruitment