Full Time: 37.5 hours per week - Horley, Surrey (RH6 9SX) - office based
Role Overview
Reporting to the Head of Finance and Resources, the Finance Manager will have a key role in managing the financial oversight, compliance, and business support services across the Greyhound Trust's branch network and National Support Centre.
This role is critical to ensuring robust financial control, operational compliance, and value-driven business services including Health & Safety, HR administration, procurement, fleet oversight, and facilities management.
You will take full ownership of branch financial compliance, and modelling for new and existing branch activity, while working closely with the Branch Operations Team to embed and assure Health & Safety and other compliance requirements locally.
This is a multifaceted role requiring a strong blend of financial acumen, commercial insight, and collaborative leadership.
Key Responsibilities
1. Branch Financial Compliance and Modelling
* Oversee branch financial returns, ensuring timely submission and full compliance with Trust policies.
* Undertake financial analysis and modelling to support new and existing branch activity and strategic decision-making.
* Provide financial advice and support to branches and volunteers, ensuring consistent and accurate reporting.
* Business Services Leadership
* Lead on key business support services including HR administration, insurance, data protection, and facilities management.
* Manage procurement and contract management for utilities, property services, insurance, and other supplier agreements to ensure value for money and service quality.
* Health & Safety Oversight and Assurance
* Work collaboratively with the 3rd party H & S provider to ensure full legislative H & S compliance.
* Provide strategic oversight and assurance of H&S compliance across branches and the National Support Centre, collaborating closely with the Branch Operations Team who lead local implementation.
* Support risk assessments, incident reporting, and monitoring to identify and mitigate risks across the organisation.
* Fleet Oversight
* Provide strategic oversight and policy management for the Trust's vehicle fleet, including insurance, compliance, maintenance contracts, and procurement, working with relevant teams to ensure safe and cost-effective operations.
* Compliance and Governance
* Maintain and develop financial policies and procedures related to branch finances and business services.
* Support internal investigations into financial or compliance irregularities at branch level, escalating as necessary.
* Ensure robust compliance frameworks are embedded and monitored effectively.
* Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement
* Prepare and present regular management information, including branch financial reports and business services performance data.
* Liaise with external providers including insurers, auditors, and contractors to ensure service standards and compliance.
* Work closely with the Head of Finance and Resources and other senior leaders to align business services and financial activities with organisational goals.
Skills and Experience
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) with strong management accounting background (Part Qualified is essential)
Experience in charity financial management and understanding of Charity SORP and subsidiary company reporting
Proven experience managing business services functions, including Health & Safety oversight and procurement
Experience with strategic fleet oversight and compliance management
Skilled at working collaboratively across teams to implement compliance frameworks and operational controls
Strong analytical skills with experience in financial modelling and forecasting
Excellent communication skills to explain complex financial and compliance matters to non-specialists
Proficient in financial software, MS Office, and modern IT systems
Personal Attributes
Professional, proactive, and solutions-oriented with a strong "can do" attitude
Highly organised with attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement
Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Empathetic to the mission of the Greyhound Trust
Comfortable working in a multifunctional environment with animals on site
This role is based at the National Support Centre in Horley, Surrey. UK travel to Branches will be required.
This job description is indicative and will change and develop with the needs of the Charity.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £38,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Horley RH6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person