Assistant Finance Manager

Ivy Rock Partners; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivy Rock Partners is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager for a 6-month contract with a not-for-profit organization. This role involves managing financial operations, supporting budget preparation, and providing expert financial advice. Ideal candidates will have strong financial reporting skills and experience in the housing sector.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in financial reporting and budget management.
• Previous exposure to the housing sector is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of purchase ledger and expenses.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and quarterly VAT returns.
• Line manage two team members.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budget Management

Communication

Data Analysis

Excel

Financial Accounting

Education

Accountancy Qualification

Degree-level Education

Job description

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Housing and Education Finance Recruiter at Ivy Rock Partners

Ivy Rock Partners is proud to be working with an outstanding not-for-profit organisation to recruit an Assistant Finance Manager on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated finance team and play a key role in supporting housing-related services across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure smooth operation of the purchase ledger, expenses, direct debits, standing orders, and credit/debit card processes.
• Oversee timely and accurate bank reconciliations and quarterly VAT returns.
• Line manage two team members – a Purchase Ledger Supervisor and a Housing Assistant Accountant.
• Lead on the preparation and coordination of annual budgets for property-related services.
• Support managers with budget monitoring, financial forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Provide expert financial advice to support value for money and strategic decision-making.
• Contribute to broader financial strategy and planning across the organisation.

About You:

We are looking for a motivated finance professional with:

• Strong experience in financial reporting and budget management.
• Previous exposure to the housing sector is essential
• Excellent communication and data analysis skills.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including use of complex formulas and macros.
• Strong Financial Accounting skillset

Desirable Qualifications:

• Accountancy qualification and/or degree-level education (desirable but not essential).

This role offers the chance to contribute to an organisation with a strong social mission while developing your finance career in a meaningful and impactful way.

To apply or find out more, please contact Megan Hunter.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

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