At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance operations and ensure robust financial control for a leading charity.
- Company: Join Breakthrough T1D, the UK's top type 1 diabetes charity making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, generous leave, health plans, and tailored professional development.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a supportive environment focused on team growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the charity sector while advancing your finance career.
- Qualifications: CCAB qualified with experience in charity finance and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 56875 - 56875 £ per year.
Location: Hybrid working – at least one day a week in the London office (E14) and part home working.
Salary: £56,875 per annum.
Hours: 35 hours per week.
Closing date: Wednesday 1 July 2026, midnight.
Interview date: Wednesday 15 July 2026 in person at the London office.
Job type: Permanent role.
About Breakthrough T1D: Breakthrough T1D is the UK’s leading type 1 diabetes charity, dedicated to funding research, advocating for change, and supporting the T1D community. We seek an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance to ensure the finance function is fit for purpose to deliver our 10‑year strategy.
Responsibilities:
- Reporting to the Director of Finance & IT, you will lead the day‑to‑day management of the finance function.
- Key duties include monthly financial reporting, quarterly reforecasts, annual budget coordination, partnering with senior stakeholders, leading the annual accounts and external audit, and managing a team of 3 (2.2 FTE) to deliver robust financial control and charity reporting.
Experience Required:
- CCAB qualified financial professional (or finalist).
- Experience as a senior finance professional in a charity with fundraised income £1m or more.
- Strong business‑partnering skills with senior operational leaders.
- Strong financial reporting, controls and systems confidence.
- Ability to work both strategically and hands‑on.
- Familiarity with charity SORP.
- Strong people‑management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate a team.
- Excellent accounting, analytical, and communication skills, with a pragmatic and solution‑focused approach.
Employee Benefits:
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Flexible working and consideration of compressed hours.
- Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing after three and five years of service.
- Health cash plan for dental, optical and physiotherapy treatments.
- Season ticket and cycle loan.
- Pension scheme.
- Family‑friendly policies – maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave at enhanced rates.
- Personalised training suited to career aspirations and professional development.
Breakthrough T1D is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age.
To apply for the role of Head of Finance, submit your CV and cover letter through the application form.
Head of Finance in London employer: Breakthrough T1D UK
Breakthrough T1D UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation in the heart of London. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development while supporting a meaningful mission in tackling Type 1 Diabetes. Our hybrid working model ensures flexibility, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.
