Finance and Contracts Manager

Your new company
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Finance & Contracts Manager to oversee financial operations and strategic contract management. This is a key leadership role, reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, with responsibility for ensuring financial compliance, effective budgeting, and robust funding oversight.
Interim basis c. 25 hours can be negotiable, FTE 37 hours

Your new role
Lead financial planning, budgeting, and grant management for a public sector organisation
Manage strategic contract negotiations and ensure compliance with funding requirements
Prepare and present financial reports to the Board and Trustees
Oversee payroll for temporary and permanent staff and support the finance officer with AP/AR and credit control tasks
Maintain and improve financial systems using Sage and Excel
Ensure all financial practices meet regulatory and internal compliance standards

What you'll need to succeed

Strong experience in charity or public sector finance
Experience managing a small team
Proven track record in managing funding streams, grants, and contracts
Excellent knowledge of financial compliance and reporting
Confident using Sage and Excel
No formal qualifications required - we value experience and impact

What you'll get in return
Join a company with great values and community impact
Interim, and Interim to Permanent available
Part-time negotiable working hours, permanent role on a full-time basis

What you need to do now

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