Chief Finance OfficerWe are seeking a Chief Finance Officer who will provide strategic financial leadership, playing a pivotal role in securing the long-term sustainability of this nationally significant Cathedral.Position: Chief Finance OfficerLocation: Chichester/HybridHours: Part-time (21 hours per week)Salary: £60,000 pro rataContract: PermanentBenefits: Pension contribution, pro rata of 34 days’ leave including bank holidays, Employee Assistance Programme, free onsite parking, and flexible working opportunitiesClosing Date: Monday 2 February 2026Interviews: First interviews will take place in person in Chichester on Tuesday 10 FebruaryThe RoleThis is a pivotal senior leadership role with responsibility for the overall financial health, sustainability and strategic direction of the Cathedral. Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Chapter and senior colleagues, you will provide robust financial leadership while supporting income generation, investment planning and effective use of resources across a complex charity operation.Key responsibilities include: Leading financial strategy, planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting across all Cathedral entitiesOverseeing monthly management accounts, statutory reporting and audit processesManaging financial risk, cash flow forecasting and investment of liquid fundsSupporting and advising trustees and committees with clear financial analysisIdentifying and developing new income streams including commercial activity, grants and fundraisingProviding financial oversight for new projects and strategic initiativesEnsuring compliance with Charity Commission and Church of England financial requirementsManaging and developing the finance teamOverseeing IT strategy and third party service providers to ensure value for money A copy of the job description is available once you click to apply.About YouYou will be a qualified accountant with senior level experience and the confidence to operate both strategically and hands on within a values led organisation.You will bring: A recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFARecent senior financial leadership experience, ideally within a charity or heritage settingStrong commercial awareness and experience of income generationProven expertise in budgeting, forecasting and financial planningExperience of financial risk management and investment decision makingExcellent communication skills and the ability to influence a wide range of stakeholdersA collaborative leadership style with strong people management skillsThe ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects effectivelyExperience of Xero or the ability to learn new systems quickly You do not need to be a member of the Church of England but should be in sympathy with the organisation’s mission and values.About the OrganisationThe Cathedral is a living, working place of worship that has been at the centre of life in Chichester for over nine centuries. It is the Mother Church of the Diocese, which covers East and West Sussex and it is also a visitor attraction, a venue for music and the arts and an all-round hub for the community welcoming over 350,000 visitors each year. Staff do not have to be Christian, but you should understand the Christian mission. You may also have experience in areas such as CFO, Chief Finance Officer, COO, Director of Finance, Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Director of Corporate Services, Corporate Services Director, Head of Finance, Head of Resources.PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
