Finance Manager

linkup; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A charity organization in Brighton seeks a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with charity regulations. The ideal candidate will have an accounting qualification, strong experience in charity finance, and proficiency in Sage accounting software. You will handle budgeting, financial reporting, and lead the bookkeeping functions. This position offers a hybrid work model, 28 days annual leave, and various employee benefits. applications are encouraged from individuals with diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Wellbeing and mental health support

Training and learning opportunities

Employer contribution to pension scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or bookkeeper, ideally with AAT or CIMA.
• Experience in charity finance.
• Strong communication skills with colleagues and trustees.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations of the charity.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and manage budgets.
• Maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Charity accounting

Strong working knowledge of Sage

Organizational skills

IT skills

Team collaboration

Education

AAT or CIMA qualification

Tools

Sage accounting software

Job description

Finance Manager (Charity) Salary £40,000 FTE (£16,000 actual based on 15 hours per week) or freelance equivalent by agreement Location Brighton - Hybrid Permanent, Part Time Hours: 15 hours per week (PAYE or freelance considered) Closing date: Monday 5thJanuary 2026 Interviews: Week commencing 12thJanuary 2026

About the role

You will be expected to work from the office for at least 50% of the week during your probationary period, but this will be reviewed on successful completion of probation.

Join Oasis Project as our Finance Manager and play a vital role in an organisation that has been giving hope to women, children and families affected by drugs and alcohol since 1997. We are now looking for an experienced Finance Manager to oversee our financial operations and support strong, transparent governance across the charity. Working closely with the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Board, you will ensure that our finances remain robust, accurate and strategically aligned with our mission.

You will lead on monthly financial reporting, quarterly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and cash‑flow management, providing the insight and assurance that enables effective decision‑making.

Your role will also include preparing year‑end accounts, liaising with external auditors and maintaining sound financial controls that meet statutory, HMRC and Charity Commission requirements.

You will oversee the bookkeeping and payroll functions, support the smooth administration of funding and income, and ensure that financial data is recorded accurately using Sage accounting software.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues across HR, fundraising and operations, supporting them with financial information for bids, reports and service planning.

Line managing the Bookkeeper, you will provide guidance, development support and oversight to ensure our finance processes run efficiently and in line with policy.

About you

We are seeking someone with an accounting or bookkeeping qualification such as AAT or CIMA, or someone part‑qualified and working toward completion.

You will bring experience of charity accounting, strong working knowledge of Sage or a similar system, and the confidence to communicate clearly with colleagues, leaders and trustees.

You will be organised, resilient and able to manage a varied workload while maintaining accuracy and professional boundaries.

Strong IT skills, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and a reflective, adaptable approach are also essential.

Equal Opportunities

Oasis is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from people with relevant life as well as professional experience, and those with disabilities who are currently under‑represented in the organisation.

Benefits

• A fair salary, comparable with similar roles in the area.
• 28 days (210 hours) annual leave plus bank/public holidays pro rata (full time) or pro rata equivalent, increasing by one day per year after two years service.
• We are a Brighton and Hove living wage employer, we hold the Investors in People Award and a Silver Accreditation as a Trauma‑Informed organisation.
• 1 hour per month for wellbeing and your birthday off.
• Wellbeing and mental health support, including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Training and learning opportunities.
• Study leave for approved courses / training.
• Annual all‑staff conference.
• An employer contribution of 3% into our stakeholder pension scheme (on condition that you remain enrolled in the pension scheme and contribute a minimum of 5% of your salary).
• Occupational health eye tests reimbursed; other health support provided as necessary.

About us

We give hope to people affected by drugs and alcohol. We help women, children and families find the strength and opportunities to make choices that lead to change. Not just for themselves, but for their families, their friends and their communities. For all of us. We treat the person, not just the problem.

We don’t fix or rescue anyone. Instead, we give women hope that things can be better, and the tools to make changes. We understand that people are always straightforward and that a tough start in life doesn’t have to mean a bad end. For over 25 years, we’ve worked with compassion and creativity to show just that.