Job Description
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract
Location: Based in our London office – we are open to flexible working options, but expect to be in the office 2 days per week
Salary: £85,000 per annum
About the role
The Director of Finance is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, ensuring the long-term financial sustainability and resilience of the charity. You will lead financial strategy, governance, planning, reporting and control across a complex organisation with multiple income streams including fundraising, retail operations and charitable/service delivery activities.
The role will also lead a significant programme of finance transformation, including implementation of a new finance system to support organisational efficiency, insight and future growth.
Key Duties:
- Lead the development of the charity’s long-term financial strategy and annual financial planning process.
- Provide strategic financial advice and commercial insight to the SLT and Board of Trustees
- Lead the organisation’s finance transformation agenda, driving continuous improvement in financial processes, systems and ways of working.
- Lead financial appraisal of major projects, investments and transformation programmes.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management processes.
- Lead external audit and year-end processes.
- Lead, motivate and develop the finance team.
About you
We are looking for a strong financial leader, who can lead through change, build strong and collaborative relationships across the organisation, and ensure that the team are able to deliver the financial management needed.
- Experience of senior financial leadership experience within a complex organisation.
- Experience of working with Boards, Committees and senior stakeholders.
- Experience of leading finance systems or transformation projects.
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Applicants from all sectors are encouraged to apply. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience in the charity, housing, public, or not-for-profit sectors, as well as commercial-sector candidates who can demonstrate a strong understanding of, and commitment to, the charity sector.
We are working with an agency (Ivy Rock Partners) should you have any questions, please kindly reach out to Holly Arrowsmith, at holly@ivyrockpartners.com
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly and more!
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
To apply, please send a copy of your CV to Holly Arrowsmith at Ivy Rock Partners via email at holly@ivyrockpartners.com.
Shortlisted candidates' details will then be shared with Crisis UK through an objective and anonymised selection process, ensuring that all applicants are assessed fairly.
Closing date: Monday 22 June 2026 at 23:59
Interviews will take place on Monday 29th and Tuesday 30th June - main panel and stakeholder panel interview
AI in Job Applications
We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences.
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email jobs@crisis.org.uk and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you to discuss how we can help.
For more information about our work please visit
https://www.crisis.org.uk/about-us/
To see our work in action please visit:
youtube.com/user/crisishomelessness
www.facebook.com/crisis.homeless
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094