Location: Camden Road, London N7
Salary: circa 拢45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Reporting To: Head of Finance and IT
Contract: Permanent
Centre 404 is a thriving charity with a proud history of supporting people with learning disabilities and their families. Based in North London, we currently work across eight London boroughs. We are looking for a skilled and motivated Finance Manager to lead our finance function and help us build a financially resilient future.
馃専 About the Role
This is a key leadership role within our Central Services team. You鈥檒l oversee day-to-day financial operations, manage a small team, and deliver accurate, timely reporting that supports strategic decision-making across the organisation.
You鈥檒l work closely with the Head of Finance & IT, senior managers, and Trustees to ensure robust financial planning, compliance, and risk management. Your work will directly support our mission and help us maximise the impact of every pound we receive.
馃攽 Key Responsibilities
路 Lead the finance team and manage daily operations
路 Deliver monthly management accounts, statutory reporting, and audits
路 Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
路 Ensure compliance with Charity SORP, funder requirements, and financial regulations
路 Support strategic projects and deputise for the Head of Finance & IT
馃懁 About You
We鈥檙e looking for someone who is either qualified or working towards ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA, with a strong track record in financial management. You鈥檒l be a confident communicator, a proactive problem-solver, and a collaborative leader who thrives in a mission-led environment.
You鈥檒l bring:
路 Experience in charity finance and donor reporting (desirable)
路 Strong understanding of financial systems and controls
路 Ability to lead and develop a finance team
路 Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills
路 A commitment to Centre 404鈥檚 values and mission
馃挌 What We Offer
路 A supportive, inclusive working environment
路 Opportunities for professional development
路 Flexible working arrangements
路 The chance to make a real difference in people鈥檚 lives