Finance Manager

RM Recruit; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic not-for-profit organization in Malvern is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, reporting, and compliance. The role offers flexible hybrid working with three office days and two remote days. Candidates should hold a recognized accountancy qualification and possess strong organizational and communication skills. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• A recognised accountancy qualification or significant relevant experience.
• Experience in charity or not-for-profit finance is desirable.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills.
• A collaborative and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Liaise with external auditors and manage the year-end audit process.
• Ensure compliance with relevant charity finance regulations.
• Provide financial insight and analysis for strategic decisions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excellent communication

Education

Recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Job description

RM Recruit are excited to be working for a dynamic not-for-profit organisation based in Malvern, who are seeking a confident, well-experienced Finance Manager to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. Our client can offer a flexible, hybrid working arrangement with the office presence set at three times per week and two days working from home.

Reporting directly to the CFO and working closely with the senior leadership team, the Finance Manager will take responsibility for the monthly reporting cycle and deliver timely, accurate monthly management accounts to our budget holders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements
• Liaise with external auditors and manage the year-end audit process
• Ensure compliance with relevant charity finance regulations and reporting requirements
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic decisions
• Provide support and training to team members & non finance colleagues
• Support the CFOO in the implementation of any actions emerging from internal audit reviews.

Person Specification

• A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or significant relevant experience
• Experience in charity or not-for-profit finance (desirable but not essential)
• Good organiser with realistic time management skills
• Accounting skills including financial analysis, planning, and option appraisal
• Evidence of excellent oral and written communication
• A collaborative and flexible approach to work

If you are a strong finance professional looking for a fulfilling next step, we encourage you to apply.

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