Finance Manager

SKILLS FOR PEOPLE; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization, Skills for People, is seeking a Finance Manager to enhance their financial systems and provide strategic insights. This role requires a qualified accountant with a passion for making finance accessible and impactful in a values-driven environment. Join us in making a real difference while shaping the charity's financial future.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading financial systems and processes development.
• Collaborative and proactive approach in a values-led charity environment.
• Ability to make finance accessible and impactful.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of financial systems, processes, and reporting.
• Provide key insights to shape decisions and empower budget holders.
• Ensure effective use of funds raised and spent.

Skills

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Budget management

Education

Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)

Job description

Are you ready to make a real difference in people’s lives while shaping the financial future of an incredible charity? Skills for People, a values-driven organisation with over 40 years of history, is looking for a Finance Manager to join our team.

About the Role

This is no ordinary finance job. We’re looking for someone who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and lead the development of our financial systems, processes, and reporting. You’ll be hands-on but also strategic—providing key insights that shape decisions, empower budget holders, and ensure we make the most of every pound we raise and spend.

About You

We’re looking for a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) or someone with equivalent experience who thrives on making finance accessible and impactful. You’ll be proactive, collaborative, and excited about working in a values-led charity environment.

How to Apply:For an informal discussion about the post please contact Scott Vigurs (CEO) by email:[e-mail]

Go to our website: www.skillsforpeople.org.uk/workforus to down load an application pack. Please complete the application form and include a copy of your CV.

For an Application Pack by post please phone [phone] or email:[e-mail]

The closing date for applications is:23rd June 2025 at 4pm.

Please send your completed application and CV by email to:[e-mail]