Finance Manager 12M Fixed Term Contract
Full Time – 35 hours per week
12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Central London (WC1)
Working hours: 09:30 – 17:30
An established and respected membership organisation based in Central London is seeking a qualified Finance Manager to lead its financial operations for a 12-month fixed term contract.
With an annual turnover of approximately £3 million and income primarily derived from membership subscriptions, the organisation also operates two subsidiary entities, including a trading arm responsible for events and other commercial activities.
This is a key standalone role, offering the opportunity to oversee all aspects of financial management while supporting wider operational teams and contributing to strategic planning.
The Role
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Finance Manager will be responsible for delivering robust financial management across the organisation. The role combines hands-on financial control with strategic oversight and process improvement.
You will ensure financial compliance, produce timely and accurate reporting, manage payroll and VAT, oversee budgets and forecasts, and coordinate the annual audit process.
Key Responsibilities;
Maintain all financial records, including purchase and sales ledgers and subscription records
Oversee bookkeeping and support Finance Assistant(s)
Manage payroll and payroll year-end, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations (RTI)
Administer the company pension scheme
Prepare quarterly VAT returns (partial exemption method) and reconciliations
Manage cash flow and short-term surplus funds
Prepare annual budgets and rolling forecasts
Produce quarterly management accounts
Oversee preparation of annual statutory accounts for the organisation and its subsidiaries
Manage the external audit process
Conduct balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments
Oversee membership invoicing and maintain income records in Dynamics 365
Monitor aged debtors and creditors
Reconcile event income and expenditure
Review financial systems and processes, recommending improvements where necessary
Systems Used;
Sage 50 Accounting and Payroll
Automated and online banking platforms
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Stripe
Xero
We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional who is comfortable working independently in a small organisation.
Essential
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred)
* Strong VAT experience, including partial exemption
* Experience with cost classification
* Proven experience using Sage 50 Accounting and Payroll
* Experience developing budgets, financial strategy, and planning
* Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
* Experience in a standalone finance role
Desirable
* Knowledge of RTI
* Experience within a membership organisation
* Experience working in a small organisation environment
This is a hybrid role (2 days a week office based)
Salary 68K – 70K plus excellent benefits!
Apply now for immediate consideration