Director of Finance
Chime Housing
Watford, England, United Kingdom (On-site)
About Our Client
At Chime Housing, we believe in working in partnership to transform communities and change lives for the better.
Following the merger of Watford Community Housing and Thrive Homes, we have created a stronger organisation with the scale and ambition to deliver more homes, invest more in our communities and provide excellent services for residents.
Our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services and building thriving communities where people can prosper. As one of the largest Community Gateway housing associations in the country, we are proud of our achievements and ambitious about what comes next.
As Director of Finance, you will play a key leadership role in shaping our future. Working closely with the CFO and Executive Team, you will ensure strong financial stewardship, support sustainable growth and help deliver outstanding outcomes for our customers and communities.
Job Description
Oversee all aspects of the Group's financial management, including financial reporting, planning, budgeting and the maintenance of robust financial controls.
Lead the finance team in embedding best practice and enhancing audit and year-end reporting processes to support the successful integration of the merged organisation.
Lead the delivery of the annual audit, statutory accounts and year-end processes, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and accounting requirements.
Oversee procurement activities across the organisation, ensuring robust governance, compliance with procurement policies and the achievement of value for money.
Work closely with colleagues across the business to support strategic decision-making, develop financial strategies and promote effective business partnering throughout the organisation.
The Successful Applicant
Qualified accountant with significant senior finance leadership experience, ideally gained within the social housing sector or another regulated environment.
Strong understanding of accounting standards, risk management and regulatory compliance, with the ability to interpret changing legislation, implement best practice and provide strategic advice to senior leaders.
Demonstrable experience of leading diverse teams through organisational change, leveraging digital solutions and process improvement to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
Commercially minded and highly influential, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders, translate complex financial information into clear insights and support effective decision-making.
This is a unique opportunity to join one of the largest Community Gateway housing associations in the country at a pivotal time in its development. You will play an important role in maximising the benefits of the merger while gaining exposure to Board-level engagement, procurement and strategic leadership, providing an outstanding platform for professional growth and development.
What’s on Offer
Salary is circa £110,000 dependent
Generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme.
Closing date 25th August 2026
If you're interested in this role, please do get in contact for a confidential discussion.
Contact
Elizabeth Campion
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7074184
Job summary
Function
CFO & Financial Management
Subsector
CFO & Financial Management Subsector
Industry
Public Sector & Not-For-Profit
Location
Watford
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Elizabeth Campion
Job reference
JN-072026-7074184
Director of Finance • watford, hertfordshire, east anglia, uk
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