Head of Finance & Resources

The Wish Centre BDDWA; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 19,156 - 20,263; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time working

Employee Reward & Recognition Scheme

Supportive values-led culture

Job summary

A charitable organization in Lancashire is seeking a Head of Finance & Resources. This senior role requires a CCAB-qualified accountant to lead financial management, reporting, and compliance, whilst supporting decision-making. Ideal candidates should have experience in the charity sector and can communicate complex financial insights. The role offers hybrid working and a chance to significantly impact lives and contribute to a mission focused on ending domestic abuse.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior-level finance roles, preferably in the charity sector.
• Ability to work with trustees and non-financial colleagues.
• Experience in translating complex financial information.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership across the organisation.
• Lead on financial management and reporting.
• Support informed decision-making and effective service delivery.

Skills

Financial management

Budgeting

Compliance

Risk management

Clear communication

Education

CCAB qualification

Job description

Location: Hybrid – Home / Blackburn (as required)

Hours: 18 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £19,156.95 – £20,263 per annum (dependent on experience)

Closing date: 25 January 2026

About The Wish Centre

The Wish Centre is a Lancashire-based charity supporting people to be free from domestic abuse. For over 35 years, we have delivered specialist, trauma-informed services including refuge accommodation, advocacy, counselling, behaviour change programmes, education and training.

We are values-led, ambitious and committed to strong governance, accountability and long-term sustainability so our services can continue to make a meaningful difference.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Head of Finance & Resources to provide strategic financial leadership and assurance across the organisation.

Working closely with the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees, you will lead on financial management, reporting, budgeting, compliance and risk, while supporting informed decision‑making and the effective delivery of our services. This is a senior, trusted advisory role with real influence.

This post is ideal for a qualified finance professional who wants to use their expertise to support a powerful social mission alongside professional excellence.

About You

You will be a CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent) with senior-level finance experience, ideally within the charity or not-for-profit sector. You are confident working with trustees and non-financial colleagues, able to translate complex financial information into clear insight, and committed to strong governance and ethical practice.

Most importantly, you share our vision of a world free from domestic abuse and demonstrate our values of Holistic, Educate, Respect and Empower (H.E.R.E) in how you work.

Why Work With Us?

• A senior, strategic role with real impact
• Flexible, part‑time working (18 hours per week)
• Hybrid working model
• A supportive, trauma-informed and values‑led culture
• Employee Reward & Recognition Scheme
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to people’s lives

How to Apply

To apply, please complete our online application form: The Wish Centre Employment Application - Head of Finance & Resources – Fill out form.

Please visit our website to download the full recruitment pack.

The closing date for applications is 25 January 2026.

If you require the application in an alternative format or need support with the process, please contact Stephanie Sayers, Head of People & Culture, at [e-mail].