Head of Finance & Operations

Overview

Haven has an opportunity for an experienced and driven individual to take on a role as Head of Finance and Operations. Haven is an independent charity that provides specialist services in Sheffield for children and young people affected by domestic abuse.

Established in 1975, Haven supports over 500 individuals each year. Our mission is to take action, and deliver creative solutions that adapt to the ever-changing needs of children and young people affected by domestic abuse. To break down barriers, intervene early, and provide the necessary support guided by a trauma informed and child-centred approach.

Haven is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Finance and Operations to join our Senior Leadership Team. This pivotal role will help shape the strategic direction of the charity, ensuring financial sustainability and operational excellence as we deliver on our core mission.

We’re looking for a highly numerate, efficient, and enthusiastic individual with outstanding budgeting and people skills. You’ll bring a strong background in financial management, strategic planning, and operational delivery, and play a central role in supporting Haven’s growth and development.

About the Role

You will lead on all aspects of financial management, governance, HR, and operational systems. Working closely with the CEO, senior staff, and Board of Trustees, you’ll ensure robust internal processes, compliance with statutory requirements, and effective resource management. You will also line manage our Finance Coordinator and Office Coordinator and oversee relationships with external consultants (accountancy, payroll, HR, IT, insurance and fundraising).

This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys problem-solving, strategic thinking, and supporting a committed team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial advice to senior management and the Board to support decision-making and organisational development.
• Manage restricted and unrestricted funding and lead on financial aspects of grant applications and monitoring.
• Oversee operational delivery, including HR processes (recruitment, induction, appraisals, pay reviews) with support from our HR consultant.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and facilitate effective governance through liaison with the Board and management of Board affairs.
• Act as Data Protection Officer and ensure robust internal controls and risk management procedures are in place.
• Line manage the Finance Coordinator and Office Coordinator and oversee financial and administrative functions.
• Support the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures.
• Produce project budgets and financial reports for funders and external stakeholders.

Our Commitment

Haven is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all staff feel respected and valued. We use anonymous short listing to promote fairness in recruitment and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Benefits

We offer generous benefits including 25 days annual leave plus banks holiday’s (pro rata), plus additional organisation week closure at Christmas, 7% employer pension contribution, employee health plan and other benefits included in our wellbeing package.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please click the link for more information www.varotherham.org.uk/job/head-of-finance-and-operations

Contact

Our CEO Samira Gjerde s.gjerde@havenorg.uk is happy to help if you would like an informal chat about the role or any further details.

Interview date

Thursday 25th September 2025

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Other

Job function

• Finance and Sales
• Industries: Individual and Family Services

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