Director of Finance and Governance

National Zakat Foundation (NZF)
full-timeLondon / Hybrid, United KingdomSenior LevelDirector£65,000 – £75,000
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Job Description

National Zakat Foundation (NZF) is the United Kingdom's leading Zakat institution, distributing Zakat donations to create meaningful impact for Muslim communities across Britain. This is a permanent, full-time, hybrid senior leadership position based in London, reporting to and sitting on the Executive Committee.

Role Overview

You will serve as Director of Finance and Governance, functioning as the organisation's CFO with strategic oversight of all Finance, Governance, and Risk Management functions. You will be a key strategic business partner, providing financial insights that guide organisational growth and long-term impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct treasury management, financial planning, and investment strategy
  • Build and modernise the finance department's systems, processes, internal controls, and capability
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management across the organisation
  • Manage grant accounting and ensure full donor compliance
  • Lead governance and risk management framework development and implementation
  • Report regularly to stakeholders and the Board of Trustees
  • Ensure Sharia-compliant and transparent stewardship of Zakat funds with complete integrity
  • Contribute to executive-level strategic planning as a member of the Executive Committee

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Professional accounting qualification: FCCA, ACA, or CIMA
  • Minimum 10 years' experience at Director or CFO level
  • Strong expertise in governance and risk management
  • Deep commitment to serving the UK Muslim community
  • Alignment with the values and mission of Islamic charitable work
  • Genuine passion for impact-driven leadership in the Islamic nonprofit sector

What's Offered

  • Salary: £65,000–£75,000 per annum
  • Hybrid working arrangement (UK-based)
  • Strategic leadership role with board-level influence
  • The opportunity to safeguard and deploy Zakat funds with Islamic integrity

Application Details

Send a cover letter (maximum 2 A4 pages) and current CV to [email protected], clearly demonstrating alignment of your experience, skills, and values with the role. Deadline: 11:59 PM Friday 11 September 2026.