Head of Finance at Huddersfield Town Foundation

Overview

Head of Finance at Huddersfield Town Foundation. We are seeking a dynamic and purpose-driven Head of Finance to lead the strategic development and operations of the Foundation's finance arm. This role is central to bringing our strategy to life - ensuring the business support to ensure our community can GROW through learning and opportunity, BELONG through connection and inclusion, and THRIVE through improved wellbeing. Salary: £35,000-£40,000 dependent upon experience and skills. Working pattern: Full time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible). Location: The Huddersfield Town Foundation, Leeds Road Sports Complex. Hybrid working arrangements will be considered. Contract: Permanent.

Location: Huddersfield Town Foundation, Leeds Road Sports Complex, Leeds Road, Huddersfield, HD2 1YY. Contact: Recruitment, Telephone , Email . Organisation: Huddersfield Town Foundation (HTF).

Salary £35,000 to £40,000 dependent upon experience and skills. Hours: Full Time. Contract: Permanent. Placed On: Thu 30th October, 2025. Closes: Fri 21st November, 2025. Job Reference: HoF_Oct_25.

About the role

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 are 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.

Requirements

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.

Further Details and How to Apply: Further details on the role can be found on our careers site: To apply please create an account on our online application portal and ensure that you complete all associated questions in full. If you have accessibility requirements that make this difficult, please contact us at to discuss alternative arrangements.

Selection and additional information

The selection event is likely to take place in the week commencing Monday 24th November. 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:

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