Head of Finance

UK Sport; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Huddersfield is seeking a Head of Finance to lead the financial strategy and operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring financial governance and support for the Foundation's mission. The ideal candidate should have senior finance experience, particularly within the charity sector, coupled with strong strategic and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management within the charity sector.
• Ability to inspire teams and drive innovation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial management and reporting.
• Complete financial returns to statutory bodies.
• Drive good governance across the Foundation.

Skills

Senior finance experience

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and purpose-driven Head of Finance to lead the strategic development and operations of the Foundation's finance arm. This role is central to bringing our strategy to life - ensuring the business support to ensure our community can GROW through learning and opportunity, BELONG through connection and inclusion, and THRIVE through improved wellbeing.

With a team of 26 staff and a turnover of £1.2m, the Foundation is entering a new chapter. The Board has ambitious plans, and we need resilient, imaginative, and values-led leaders to help us deliver on our mission to empower OUR TOWN to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day financial management, monthly management accounts, financial reporting, and strategic financial support to Huddersfield Town Foundation staff and its Board of Trustees.
• Complete financial returns to statutory bodies and funding partners.
• Drive good governance across the Foundation through review of policies, risk documentation and working practices.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker and inclusive leader with senior finance experience, ideally within the charity sector.
• Ability to promote a culture of strong financial control and attention to detail; capable of inspiring teams, driving innovation, and embedding our Terrier Spirit values in everything we do.