Finance Manager

WP Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity organization in Newport is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and reporting. You will monitor financial data, produce budget forecasts, and lead the Finance Team. Candidates should have a relevant degree and managerial experience in accounting, with strong leadership and analytical skills. This role offers a salary ranging from £40,000 to £48,000 per annum, pro rata. Hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• Previous managerial level accounting experience.
• Experience within the charity sector or knowledge of charity legislation is a plus.
• Strong analytical and numeracy skills.
• High level of organizational skills and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze financial data for accurate reporting.
• Produce budget forecast reports and cash flow forecasts.
• Compile the annual budget alongside budget holders.
• Lead year-end activity and liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Account management

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant degree or ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Office 360

Job description

Overview

Finance Manager

Details

• Industry: Charity
• Location: Newport, Isle of Wight (may consider hybrid role, working from home up to two days per week)
• Hours: 9am - 5pm
• Days: 3 days per week (at least one day in the office)
• Duration: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse financial data to provide accurate and timely reports to Trustees, senior management, internal and external stakeholders.
• Produce and present regular budget forecast reports, quarterly reforecasts, and cash flow forecasts including monthly review of reserves and bank balances is undertaken with results circulated.
• Compile the annual budget, working alongside budget holders.
• Lead year-end activity and closing the annual accounts in line with the charities' deadlines and standards, liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure the charity adheres to all governance relating to financial controls.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations in addition to finding ways to reduce costs and increase profit.
• Provide advice to support submission of tenders or contract/grant applications and final approval of budgets prior to tender submission.
• Lead, manage, mentor, and develop the Finance Team, overseeing activities around payroll, accounts, debt, and tax functions.
• Provide training to staff impacted by self-service or governing finance-related procedures.

Experience & Qualifications

• Must have previous accounting experience at managerial level including supervision of staff and managing financial operations.
• Experience within the charity or knowledge of charity legislation is an advantage.
• Must have relevant degree level qualifications or ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA/ CIPFA.
• Must have a high level of computer literacy including Xero and Microsoft Office 360.
• Must have strong analytical and numeracy skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must have a high level of organisational skills, be self-motivated and effectively manage workload to deadlines.
• Must have excellent communication, presentation and relationship management skills.

Salary

Salary: £40 - 48,000 per annum, dependent upon experience, pro rata.

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