Posted: 16 June
The role
Finance and Compliance Manager (Part:Time, Permanent, Remote)
Our client (Charity promoting science and mathematics)
About us
Our client is a charity that promotes science and mathematics. The charity currently supports over 3,000 students through maths enrichment activities, around 700 of whom receive dedicated weekly, small:group online tutorials through the Parallel Academy initiative. The mission is to support students through programmes to fulfil their mathematical potential, by providing them with the opportunity to develop their reasoning and problem:solving skills beyond the curriculum.
The opportunity
Due to growth, our client is looking to bring its previously outsourced Finance and Compliance functions in:house. This is a brand new permanent position, primarily remote and part:time (25 hours per week).
We are looking for an experienced bookkeeper with payroll experience (the other aspects of the role can be taught), charity and education background is desirable. You must live within a 45:minute commute of the client office, so you can attend for training/handover period. You must have a driving licence and a car.
Important: We are looking for someone with an easy commute to Sherborne , as you will be required to attend the office for training/handover in the first few weeks.
A 1 September 2026 start date is desirable.
Role profile
You will take ownership of the finance and compliance support functions. This is a hands:on varied role, with you taking responsibility for the charitys adherence to all regulations, applicable laws and internal policies at all times.
Key responsibilities
Finance
Ensure all finance functions are actioned and accounting records maintained to a high standard in an accurate and timely manner Undertake all prime entry bookkeeping ensuring all income and costs have been appropriately approved and correctly recorded Reconcile income received via platforms such as JustGiving, Stripe etc Maintain Gift Aid records, prepare and submit all Gift Aid claims Undertake credit control as required Process all purchase invoices and employee expense claims Administer all payment runs to the required frequency culminating in a weekly bank reconciliation Produce management accounts as required and year:end statutory accounts files for external audit review Prepare regular reports including, but not limited to, cashflow forecasts and funding reconciliations Maintain the fixed asset registers, all ledgers and control accounts accurately Administer the online banking portal and Barclaycard account (e.g. add/remove users, direct debits, resolve usage issues, increase limits) Be the first point of contact for all payroll related queries, providing accurate confidential advice and assistance as required Collate and distribute employee timesheets Administer monthly payroll through to salary and HMRC payments (including starters and leavers) in a timely and accurate manner Keep up to date with payroll tax legislation and implement new policies/procedures where required Ensure pension administration is compliant with auto:enrolment, re:enrolment and re:declaration obligations Administer the annual application of the Employment Allowance Administer payroll year end processes, which may include: P11Ds and P11d(b), confirmation of payrolled benefits, and confirmation of salary sacrifice commitments (prior to 1 April annually)
Compliance
Charity
Maintain the charitys record with the Charity Commission Prepare and submit the Charity Commission annual return Ensure the charity remains compliant with Commission rules and its activities are aligned with its Trust Deed
Insurance
First point of contact for insurance queries Administer annual office and employers liability insurance renewal; liaise with brokers and negotiate premiums
Human Resources
Provide day:to:day support across HR, personnel and administration Liaise with the management team and the charitys
