Head of Finance - Fixed Term Contract

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Derbyshire
  • Working Pattern

    Flexible Working,Full-time
  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified
  • Industry

    Charities & Not For Profit
  • Pay

    60,000 to 70,000

Interim Head of Finance to lead their multi-site finance function during a period of transformation.

Your new company

Leading Charity in North Derbyshire

Your new role

Head of Finance
Fixed Term Contract
£60,000 to £70,000

Are you a strategic finance leader ready to make a real impact?

A respected and forward-thinking charity in Derbyshire is seeking an Interim Head of Finance to lead their finance function through a period of transformation. With a turnover of £40–60 million and multi-site operations, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of a purpose-driven organisation.

What makes this role exciting?

You’ll be at the heart of change—driving improvements, strengthening reporting, and helping finance become a true service function that supports the wider organisation. You’ll lead a team of 10, deputise for the Finance Director, and work closely with the executive team to influence strategy and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and develop a high-performing finance team
  • Improve processes and bring management accounts forward
  • Strengthen reporting, analysis, and financial controls
  • Confidently deputise for the Finance Director and engage at board level
  • Navigate complex VAT, charity income, and fundraising arrangements
  • Support a commercial hospitality arm with strong financial insight
  • Operate effectively in a dynamic, evolving environment
  • Champion ERP systems and data-driven decision-making

What you'll need to succeed

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • Charity or public sector experience, ideally in organisations with £40–60m turnover
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Commercial awareness and hands-on mindset
  • Excellent systems experience and analytical capability
On-site visibility is required, ideally 2 or 3 days per week, so someone local or happy to travel would be ideal.


What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.

What you need to do now
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