FINANCE MANAGER BIRMINGHAM CITY FOOTBALL CLUB FOUNDATION - Transforming the city through the power of football. Join us at an exciting time of growth and transformation as Birmingham City FC continues to make waves on the world stage. The Foundation harnesses the power of football and sport to improve the lives of tens of thousands of people in Birmingham, helping our community grow alongside the football club. We are proud to be “ more than football .” Are you looking for a finance opportunity where you can make a difference not just in the workplace? We are seeking an experienced finance professional to join the Foundation management team and lead the daily financial operations whilst contributing to the Foundations ongoing growth and development. The role will help to provide insight into business performance and assist stakeholders with decision making. You will support the preparation and analysis of the Foundation’s annual financial performance. Working with the Senior Leadership team to help shape the financial planning and implement robust financial controls. You must be able to demonstrate how you have help to develop and coach others in understanding of financial procedures. You will possess strong financial expertise, sharp analytical abilities and a genuine passion for using sport to drive positive change in the community. Key Responsibilities include: Day to Day Accounting: Using Xero to oversee financial processing. Managing petty cash, reconciliation, purchase requests, invoices, timesheets. Reconciliation with Fundraising CRM system including Gift Aid Payroll: Managing the Foundations outsourced payroll function and all aspects of payroll. Liaising with HR to ensure all starters and leavers are correctly processed. Quarterly Reporting: Preparation of management accounts, updated forecasts, cash flow and balance sheet reports. Create and maintain finance committee. Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborating with internal stakeholders to prepare and manage the annual budget cycle including drafts, mid year review and year end accounts. Year-End Financial Reporting: Prepare end of year accounts in accordance with FRS102 and SORP. Support the Board with timely submission to the Charities Commission and Companies House. And much more The interview process will involve a first interview which if successful will then involved a 2nd stage competency-based interview and a presentation. If you have any specific requirements or need adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. What we are looking for in you: Highly numerate with strong analytical ability Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with both financial and non-financial management Methodical and diligent with a willingness to work toward and manage tight deadlines. Have a can-do attitude and work well within a team Previous experience in a finance role and specific knowledge of accounting and financial legislation in respect of Charities Qualified in ACA/ACCA/CIMA or other recognised equivalent Advanced excel skills and strong IT skills What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package The opportunity to make a real impact and be part of our exciting future Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service (after 12 full months of continuous service) Health Cash Plan Staff Discounts Onsite parking Opportunity for matchday tickets Staff uniform Safeguarding We are passionate about and committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. All applicants will be asked to provide details of any previous convictions, cautions, and reprimands, as outlined in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references. Only applicants that demonstrate within their application that they meet the criteria within the job description will be considered for the role. Applications that are inconsistent or have sections missing will be rejected in line with our Safer Recruitment policy. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Birmingham City F.C. Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We will consider applications based solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, nationality, ethnic or national origins, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstance. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.