Finance Manager

Northampton Town FC Community Trust; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Northampton Town FC Community Trust seeks a Finance Manager to lead their finance function. This part-time role offers flexibility and autonomy, enabling the successful candidate to make impactful decisions as part of the senior leadership team. Join a purpose-driven environment focused on improving lives across Northamptonshire with ongoing training and support.

Benefits

Access to bespoke CPD and training

Free tickets to NTFC matches

Flexible working patterns

Work laptop provided

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant with relevant experience.
• Strong financial management skills in charity sector preferred.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, reporting, and budgeting processes.
• Manage day-to-day finance operations and oversee internal controls.
• Support funding and compliance with charity finance regulations.

Skills

Financial management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA, CIMA, AAT or equivalent experience

Job description

Are you an experienced finance professional looking to make a real difference in your community? Do you want to use your skills to support a fast-growing, purpose-driven charity making a positive impact across Northamptonshire?

We are looking for a proactive and values-driven Finance Manager to join our expanding team at an exciting time of growth. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape and lead the finance function of our award-winning charity. As part of the senior leadership team, you will work closely with the CEO and Chair of the Finance Committee to ensure we continue delivering life-changing work.

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a team transforming lives across Northamptonshire through innovative, community-focused programmes.
• Flexibility: Enjoy a part-time role with hours that work around you, including hybrid working options.
• Autonomy & Impact: Take ownership of the charity's financial strategy and systems, with direct input into decision-making.
• Supportive Environment: Join a passionate and collaborative team that values integrity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Ongoing training and CPD: Join a passionate and collaborative team that values integrity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

• Lead financial planning, reporting, and budgeting processes.
• Manage day-to-day finance operations and oversee internal controls.
• Support funding, grant management, and compliance with charity finance regulations.
• Work closely with the CEO and Board to guide sustainable growth.
• Play a key role in driving the charity's impact and future success.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, AAT) or equivalent experience.
• Strong financial management skills, ideally with charity sector knowledge.
• A confident communicator who can explain finance clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

Someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference.

Benefits

• Access to bespoke CPD and training from our partners including the Premier League, EFL, Northampton Town FC & the FA.
• Ongoing support and development via monthly one-to-ones and an annual training plan to support your personal and professional growth.
• Free tickets to NTFC men's and women's matches.
• Work laptop provided.
• Flexible working patterns and remote working available.
• Free NTFC Community Trust kit worth £150.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with wellbeing perks and counseling.