Head Of Finance

Head of Finance

Hours: 37.5 hours per week - (flexibility for fewer hours considered) 

Salary: £42,000-£50,000 (pro rata)

Location: Norton - (primarily on-site at our HQ, as day-to-day presence is essential for leading the finance team and collaborating directly with the CEO, Board of Trustees, and Directors of Services & Income Generation) 

Benefits:  

• Generous annual leave: 33 days (pro rata), rising to 35 after 5 years 

• Flexible working: Flexitime options, plus your birthday off 

• Wellbeing support: Employee Assistance Programme, free on-site parking and refreshments 

• Financial security: Company pension scheme, membership fees paid, staff discount, Savings Club 

• Career growth: Ongoing training and development, plus a chance to shape the strategic direction of an award-winning charity 

About Daisy Chain Project Teesside: 

Daisy Chain is a growing charity dedicated to supporting autistic and neurodivergent individuals and their families. Located on a scenic 5.5-acre farm in Norton, we also operate two thriving charity retail stores—our Superstore in Stockton and our Megastore in Gateshead. Having recently been awarded “Charity of the Year” (2023 North East Charity Awards) and “Outstanding Social Enterprise of the Year” (2022), we’re committed to creating a meaningful impact. 

Why Join Us?: 

• Make a Difference: Your expertise will directly influence our ability to provide life-changing support services 

• Award-Winning Team: Work alongside passionate professionals in a unique, inclusive environment 

• Flexibility & Growth: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance and continuous professional development opportunities 

The Role: 

• As our Head of Finance, you will play a pivotal leadership role in ensuring Daisy Chain’s financial health and sustainability. Reporting directly to our CEO and Board of Trustees, you will: 

• Lead & Develop: Manage and mentor a small, experienced finance team, fostering excellence and continuous improvement 

• Drive Strategy: Develop and implement financial plans, oversee budgets, and identify opportunities for efficiency and growth 

• Ensure Compliance: Manage audits, liaise with external agencies, and maintain compliance with financial regulations 

• Collaborate for Success: Work closely with our Senior Leadership Team and fundraising colleagues, advising on new business ventures, feasibility studies, and strategic decisions 

About You: 

• Professionally Qualified: ACA, ACCA, or equivalent experience and an understanding of VAT processes 

• Experienced: Background in senior financial leadership preferred (charity sector experience is a plus, but training will be provided)  

• Analytical & Detail-Focused: Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and adept at financial analysis and feasibility studies 

• Great Communicator: Able to present complex financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders, including Trustees and Senior Leaders 

• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in financial software and MS Office 

• Driving Licence & DBS: Full UK driving licence and own transport, plus a clear DBS certificate 

Apply Now!: 

Join us on our mission to empower autistic and neurodivergent people and their families. 

• Closing date: 24th Feb 2025 

• Shortlisting: 25th-28th Feb 2025 

• Interviews: 1st Stage: 7th & 10th March & 2nd Stage: 17th & 18th March 2025 

At Daisy Chain, we believe in equal opportunities for all and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities and neurodivergent conditions.