Job Description
We are a small organisation seeking an experienced Finance and Administration Manager to take responsibility for financial management, administration, and core business operations. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working independently, designing systems, and supporting senior management in a small-business environment. Experience of working in a consultancy or research environment would be useful but not essential.
The role is entirely remote. The company does not have its own premises.
About the Company
CECAN Limited offers access to innovative policy evaluation approaches and methods to support decision-makers. The team has extensive, tried-and-tested experience in complexity modelling, working primarily across Nexus domains such as food, energy, water, and the environment.
Key Responsibilities
Finance and Contracts
Understanding, monitoring, managing cash flows and maintaining accurate financial records
Applying numerical and analytical skills using spreadsheets and other tools for analysing financial data, including
Forecasting expected income and expenditure
Preparing and presenting financial reports for senior management and the Board
Applying contract provisions and overseeing government and vendor contracts
Implementing and monitoring policies for contract compliance
Administration and Governance
Preparing Board papers and taking minutes
Supporting governance and compliance processes
HR and Operations
Implementing and maintaining HR processes and policies for a small team
Supporting contracts, benefits, holiday accruals, and staff documentation
Managing subcontractor invoicing and payments
Designing and improving systems and processes to support effective internal communication
Digital and Communications
Managing and updating the organisation’s website
Skills and Experience Required
Experience in a finance and administration role, ideally within a small organisation
Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
Strong working knowledge of Google Workspace
High competence with Excel and spreadsheet-based analysis
Experience using WordPress or similar web content management software
Experience with implementing HR processes and policies
Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to multitask, work autonomously, and manage competing priorities
Confidence in designing, implementing, and improving systems and processes
Eligibility
The post is open only to candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Selection for employment will be based on merit, skills, and experience.
Application Instructions
Applications, including a one-page CV and a brief statement explaining how you meet the requirements of the role