12 Sep Vacancy: Head of Finance
We are seeking a dynamic and purpose-driven Head of Finance to lead the strategic development and operations of the Foundation’s finance arm.
SALARY: £35,000-£40,000 dependent upon experience.
WORKING PATTERN: time, 37.5 hours per week (can be flexible and welcome applicants requiring alternative work patterns)
CONTRACT: Permanent
The Head of Finance is central to bringing our strategy to life: ensuring our community can GROW through learning and opportunity, BELONG through connection and inclusion, and THRIVE through improved wellbeing.
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Head of Finance will 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. The role also includes taking responsibility for completion of financial returns to statutory bodies and funding partners and for driving good governance across the Foundation through review of policies, risk documentation and working practices.
We’re looking for a strategic thinker and inclusive leader — someone with senior finance experience, ideally within the charity sector — who can promote a culture of strong financial control and attention to detail and will inspire our teams, drive innovation, and embed our Terrier Spirit values in everything we do.
This role reflects our commitment to growth and impact. 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.
HOW TO APPLY
Further details on the role can be found on our careers site: https://careers.htafcfoundation.com/. To apply please create an account on our online application portal and ensure that you complete all associated questions in full.
CLOSING DATE
Midday, Tuesday 30th September
All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application, whether they are invited to attend interview, or not.
Should you wish to have an informal discussion about the role please contact:
Sam Dainty
Chief Executive Officer
Sam.dainty@htafcfoundation.com
Safeguarding
Huddersfield Town Association Football Club (HTAFC) Ltd. and the Huddersfield Town Foundation are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The role of Head of Finance may involve the supervision of and work with children and young people or vulnerable adults; therefore, the post holder will require an Enhanced Criminal Records Check (CRC) through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and clearance for work in football by the FA.
Applicants must disclose all previous convictions including spent convictions in accordance with the associated legislation.
The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.
Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
The post holder will also be required to undergo safeguarding training, to be agreed with the Designated Safeguarding Manager.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Huddersfield Town AFC and the Huddersfield Town Foundation are diverse environments in which we respect all characteristics under the Equality Act 2010; we want everyone to feel valued and included within the Club and Foundation and to be able to achieve their full potential.