Join Gingerbread Family Support as we grow our residential and outreach services and progress a new supported accommodation development. Lead month-end and SORP accounts, build a simple compliance calendar, and turn KPIs and risk into clear Board insight.
The ideal candidate will be proactive in their approach, qualified (or equivalent experience) in charity finance. Plain-English communicator who gets things done on time.
You will need:
Accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA) or equivalent senior experience in charity finance.
A strong track record delivering management and statutory accounts, budgets, forecasts and audits in a charity environment.
Confidence with payroll, Gift Aid and VAT; skilled in Excel and modern finance systems
Line-manage and support a capable Finance Assistant; work closely with our Head of Services, HR Officer and Maintenance Lead
Evidence you ve designed and run a whole-organisation compliance/assurance approach (calendars, owners, evidence, escalation) with on-time returns.
Experience coordinating KPI dashboards and risk registers that drive action, not paperwork.
Clear, plain-English communication with non-finance colleagues and Trustees; a calm, organised style; and a focus on getting the basics right on time, every time.
Hours: 37 Hours per week
Flexible working considered
Closing Date for Applications: midnight on Monday 6th November 2025
Gingerbread Family Support is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people.
All posts are subject to Enhanced DBS.