Your new company
A respected and values-driven organisation based in Newton Abbott is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their central support team. This newly created role offers the opportunity to shape financial and operational strategy across the organisation, supporting sustainable growth and ensuring compliance across key functions.
Your new role
As the Finance Manager, you will report directly to the CEO and take ownership of both finance and operational support services. The role is split 50/50 between financial management and operational oversight. You will lead on budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and compliance, while also managing governance, IT infrastructure, health and safety, and data protection. You'll oversee a small team and work closely with senior leadership to drive efficiency and strategic decision-making.
What you'll need to succeed
* Producing monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements
* Managing ESFA and DfE funding compliance
* Leading procurement, insurance, and asset management
* Overseeing IT systems and data protection policies
* Supporting governance and policy development
* Ensuring health and safety compliance across the organisation
What you'll get in return
You'll be a part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with significant experience in financial management and operational leadership. You'll have a strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, and be confident communicating financial information to non-finance stakeholders. Experience in managing IT, facilities, and health and safety is essential, along with a good grasp of governance and compliance frameworks.
What you need to do now
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