Head of Finance - Fixed Term Contract
JOB_53433584724862Job type
PermanentLocation
DerbyshireWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
Charities & Not For ProfitPay
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
What you'll need to succeed
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Head of Finance - Fixed Term ContractJOB_534335847248622025-09-162025-12-14
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