Finance Manager

About the Role

The Finance Manager plays a key role within the Senior Leadership Team. They will ensure robust financial processes, compliance with regulations, and long-term financial sustainability. You will lead on financial planning, reporting, and audit, while providing strategic insight and operational support across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance office's daily operations, including budget planning, monthly management accounts, and cashflow forecasting.

• Liaise regularly with the Finance Director to ensure sound financial strategy and oversight.

• Oversee VAT returns, statutory reporting, and investment activity.

• Develop and monitor internal controls, ensuring appropriate procedures for cash handling, payroll, and reconciliation.

• Manage departmental work planning, staff development, and performance reviews.

• Act as a key liaison for auditors, the Board of Trustees, and the Resources and Audit Committee.

Essential:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)

• Experience in financial reporting and strategic planning within a complex organisation.

• Demonstrable success in managing budgets, audits, and financial controls.

• Confident in presenting financial reports to senior stakeholders, including Trustees.

• Competent with Sage 50 and Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance including 30 days annual leave plus discretionary Christmas and Easter closure days.

• Flexible working arrangements, with support for work-life balance.

• Access to a wide range of discounts via staff schemes and a reduced gym membership.

• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme offering wellbeing support.