Introduction
A growing business based in Oxford is seeking to appoint a qualified and experienced Finance Manager to provide high-quality financial leadership and oversight on a part-time, on-site basis (1-2 days per week). This role offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded finance professional to support strategic decision-making while ensuring strong financial governance and operational efficiency.
Working closely with senior leadership, the Finance Manager will be responsible for maintaining robust financial controls, delivering accurate management information, and supporting the organisation's continued growth and sustainability. The role would suit a self-motivated qualified accountant who is comfortable working independently and adding value at both operational and strategic levels.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Supporting the organisation's financial management and reporting processes
Preparing timely and accurate monthly management accounts
Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and accounting standards
Managing cashflow forecasting and monitoring financial performance against budgets
Providing financial insight and advice to senior leadership to support decision-making
Liaising with external auditors, accountants, and other professional advisers as required
Reviewing and strengthening financial controls, policies, and procedures
Supporting payroll oversight (where applicable)
Preparing VAT returns and other statutory submissions as required
Contributing to strategic planning and organisational development initiatives
Person Specification
Essential
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance role
Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting experience
Experience preparing management accounts and financial forecasts
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities independently
High level of integrity and attention to detail
Desirable
Experience working in a small or medium-sized organisation
Experience supporting senior leadership teams or boards
Knowledge of financial systems implementation or improvement
Experience within the charity, education, or professional services sector (if relevant)
Personal Attributes
Proactive and solution-focused approach
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work autonomously on a part-time on-site basis
Commitment to supporting organisational objectives through effective financial management