Our client based in Ringwood is a unique and inclusive charity-based organisation placed in 15 acres of beautiful Hampshire countryside. Our client provides meaningful opportunities through workshops, fostering independence and creativity within supportive community. Our client is seeking an experienced and committed Part Time Finance Manager to take a leading role in the financial stewardship of the charity. This is a hands-on Finance Manager position offering a wide scope of responsibility, strategic involvement, and the opportunity to make a difference. Reporting to senior leadership, you will have overall responsibility for the financial management, reporting, compliance, and strategic financial planning.
Salary and Benefits:
* A salary of £55,000 pro rata
* Working 3 or 4 days per week office based
* Pension Enrolment
* Onsite parking
* Holiday entitlement plus Bank Holidays
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Maintain accurate accounting records
* Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and oversee month-end and quarter-end procedures
* Monitor and manage cash flow across the organisation
* Prepare regular actual vs budget reports, including consolidated reporting where required
* Provide financial reports
* Overall responsibility for payroll processing
* Liaise with auditors and prepare accounts and supporting documentation for audit
* Coordinate year-end processes and annual accounts preparation
* Support completion and filing of Charity Commission accounts and annual return
* Assist the CEO and COO with annual budgets, business planning, modelling, and forecasting
* Advise Trustees on accounting, tax, and financial implications of proposed policies
* Support long-term strategic planning, including reserves policy, designated funds, and income-risk assessment.
* Prepare agendas and papers for the Finance Sub-Committee
* Chair finance sub-committee meetings and produce accurate minutes
* Attend and report to Trustee Board meetings as required
Minimum Skills and Experience Required:
* Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to manage a broad remit
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan workloads and meet deadlines
* Flexible and adaptable, with experience of working in a changing social care or charity environment
* Fully qualified with either the ACCA or CIMA qualification
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a mission-driven charity, working closely with senior leaders and Trustees to shape the financial future