Assistant Finance Manager

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected charity organization in Coventry is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager to support financial operations. This role involves budget preparation, financial reporting, and compliance. The ideal candidate should possess experience in producing accounts up to trial balance and managing budgets. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available, along with competitive benefits including 28 days holiday and pension scheme membership.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days at home

28 days holiday plus BH

Pension scheme membership

Access to an employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Essential: Producing accounts up to trial balance, Management accounts, Preparing budgets and cash flow, Bookkeeping, Corporation tax, VAT and payroll understanding, Basic DBS.
• Desirable: Charity experience, QuickBooks experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Finance Manager and assist with financial operations.
• Contribute to financial planning and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage cash flow and financial controls.

Skills

Producing accounts up to trial balance

Management accounts

Preparing budgets

Bookkeeping

Understanding of Corporation tax

Understanding of VAT

Payroll understanding

Charity experience

QuickBooks experience

Job description

Overview

Assistant Finance Manager — Charity sector, Coventry. 37.5 hours per week. Flexibility (part-time considered).

Are you an experienced finance professional looking to be in a supervisory role within a purpose-driven organisation?

Ashley Kate is working with a well-respected charity on an Assistant Finance Manager, and this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected charity and play a key role in supporting their finance operations.

Our client

This organisation provides free, high-quality specialist legal advice to people in need. Dedicated to fighting inequality and empowering communities, it offers representation and advocacy while working in partnership with other services. By using its expertise to address the root causes of problems, the organisation helps move clients from crisis towards stability.

Purpose of the Role

The Assistant Finance Manager provides support to the Finance Manager, by assisting with financial operations, budget preparation and financial reporting. They also contribute to strategic financial planning and ensure compliance with regulations. You will be reporting directly to the Finance Manager; you will be responsible for:

• Financial Planning and Budgeting
• Financial reporting and compliance
• Cash Flow management
• Financial controls and risk management
• Payroll and accounts payable/receivable
• Grant Management
• Legal Aid Agency contracts

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Essential:
  • Producing accounts up to trial balance
  • Management accounts
  • Preparing budgets and cash flow
  • Bookkeeping
  • Corporation tax, VAT and payroll understanding
  • Basic DBS – to pass
• Desirable:
  • Charity experience
  • QuickBooks experience

What\'s on Offer

• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office 2 days at home
• 28 days holiday plus BH
• Pension scheme membership
• Access to an employee assistance programme

If you are an experienced AP/AR professional seeking a rewarding part–time opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Alice Connors at Ashley Kate Finance for a confidential discussion.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we\'re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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