We're seeking a skilled
Finance Manager
to oversee our finances, provide strategic insight, and ensure compliance. You'll play a key role in supporting the CEO, Trustees, and wider team as we deliver our mission.
What you'll do:
Financial Management & Reporting
* Oversee day-to-day financial operations
, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions.
* Administer the sales ledgers, working with other managers, to raise timely invoices and credit notes.
* Maintain strong working relationships with debtors to ensure prompt payment of invoices
* Administer the purchase ledgers, supporting other managers, ensuring accurate accounting of invoices/other expenses. Oversee purchase order process. Maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers and internal customers.
* Prepare monthly management accounts, cashflow
forecasts, and variance analysis.
* Lead on year-end accounts preparation and liaise with external auditors.
* Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House, HMRC, and other regulatory bodies.
* Maintain robust internal controls, policies, and procedures.
Budgeting & Strategic Support
* Lead the annual budgeting and reforecasting processes.
* Provide financial insight and advice to the CEO and Trustees to inform decision-making.
* Support funding applications and grant reporting with accurate financial data.
* Monitor restricted/unrestricted funds and ensure appropriate allocation.
Payroll & People Support
* Manage monthly payroll, pensions, and staff expenses, ensuring compliance with employment legislation.
* Liaise with HR and external providers to ensure accurate and timely processing.
* Oversee PAYE, NI, and pension submissions.
Systems & Process Development
* Manage finance systems (e.g., accounting software, payroll systems) and recommend improvements.
* Ensure financial data is accurate, up-to-date, and secure.
* Streamline processes to improve efficiency and transparency.
* Governance & Compliance
* Prepare reports for the Finance & Audit Committee and Board of Trustees.
* Ensure adherence to charity finance regulations
, SORP, and best practice.
* Act as the main point of contact for external auditors, bankers, and
other stakeholders.
What we're looking for:
* Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience; PRINCE2 desirable.
* Proven financial management experience, ideally in the charity/non-profit sector.
* Knowledge of SORP, VAT, Gift Aid, payroll, and pensions.
* Strong IT skills (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, Excel).
* Analytical, proactive, and confident working with senior leaders and Trustees.
* Experience in grant reporting, funder compliance, and supporting organisational growth.
You'll bring:
* A collaborative, supportive approach and ability to build strong relationships.
* Clear, confident communication skills and integrity in all dealings.
* Resilience, problem-solving ability, and strong organisational skills.
* Motivation, professionalism, and commitment to our mission and values.
The Details:
Position type:
3 days part time, permanent
Reports to:
Head of Operations & Governance
Salary:
£30,000 per annum (FTE), pro-rated to part-time hours
Location:
Hybrid role, based in Birmingham with the expectation of 1-2 days per week in the office
Closing date
: Friday 26 September - 1pm
Interviews:
Friday 3 October