Assistant Finance Manager

Charity People; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected not-for-profit organisation in Coventry is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager to manage financial operations. Responsibilities include preparing budgets and reports, managing cash flow, and ensuring accuracy in payroll. Candidates should have AAT qualifications and strong knowledge of QuickBooks and Excel. This is a full-time position with hybrid work options available.

Qualifications

• Experience producing management accounts, budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Understanding of VAT, payroll and charity finance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve financial operations across the organisation.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts and management accounts.
• Monitor cashflow and manage reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting Software

Time Management

Accounts Administration

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Reconciliation

Administrative Skill

Leadership skills

Accounting & Finance

Accounts Management

Communication

Analysis Skills

Relationship Management

Team Player Spirit

Budgeting Skills

Accounts Payable

Education

AAT qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Are you a finance professional who wants to make a meaningful difference with your skills

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected not-for-profit organisation in Coventry as their Assistant Finance Manager supporting vital work that helps people access the support and justice they deserve.

Location: Coventry (Hybrid options available)

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) or part-time considered

Salary: Up to 39824 (depending on experience)

Contract: Permanent

About the Organisation

This long-established organisation provides free legal advice and representation to individuals and families who might otherwise struggle to access justice. Their dedicated team of lawyers caseworkers and support staff are passionate about tackling inequality and empowering people to secure their rights.

Working here means being part of a collaborative mission-led team that believes in fairness, inclusion and the power of community.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager you’ll play a key part in managing and improving financial operations across the organisation. From budget preparation and management reporting to compliance and financial planning this role offers variety, responsibility and purpose.

You’ll assist with:

• Financial Planning & Reporting: Preparing budgets, forecasts and management accounts and supporting audits and statutory reporting.
• Cashflow & Controls: Monitoring cashflow, managing reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls.
• Payroll & Payments: Ensuring accuracy in payroll, accounts payable and receivable.
• Grants & Contracts: Supporting financial management and reporting for grants and Legal Aid Agency contracts.

You’ll also provide cover for the Finance Manager when required ensuring continuity in financial leadership.

About You

You’ll be an organised, detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys balancing technical accuracy with teamwork and collaboration. You’ll bring:

• Experience producing management accounts, budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• A recognised qualification such as AAT (or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks and Excel.
• Understanding of VAT, payroll and charity finance (experience in the charity sector desirable).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proactive supportive approach.

You’ll also share the organisation’s commitment to equality, inclusion and access to justice for all.

Additional Information

• This role is subject to a basic DBS check.
• Flexible working and part-time options are available.

How to Apply

If you’re looking to use your financial skills to make a genuine social impact we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch with Priya Vencatasawmy () at Charity People. Due to the urgency of this role we are advertising this position on a rolling basis which means applications will be shared as and when received. If this affects you in any way please reach out directly to Priya.

Interviews : TBC

Charity People is a forward-thinking inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Key Skills

• Accounting Software
• Time Management
• Accounts Administration
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Reconciliation
• Administrative Skill
• Leadership skills
• Accounting & Finance
• Accounts Management
• Communication
• Analysis Skills
• Relationship Management
• Team Player Spirit
• Budgeting Skills
• Accounts Payable