Finance Officer - Charity

CV Screen; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused cultural organisation in Birkenhead is looking for a Finance Officer to manage financial operations and support the development of creative programmes. Offering a salary of around £35,000, the hybrid role allows a hands-on approach within a values-driven environment. Candidates should have relevant finance qualifications and experience in the non-profit sector, alongside strong communication and organisational skills. A passion for music and creative arts is beneficial. Benefits include 28 days of holiday and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Staff discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Access to training and social events

Qualifications

• Proven background in finance with or working towards a recognised qualification.
• Strong knowledge of financial processes, reporting standards and best practices.
• Experience within the non-profit/charitable sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day financial operations including payments and cashflow monitoring.
• Produce monthly management accounts, quarterly reports, and year-end financial submissions.
• Support budget holders through forecasting and variance analysis.

Skills

Finance background

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Collaborative working skills

Education

Recognised qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or similar)

Job description

Finance Officer - Charity

CV Screen is delighted to recruit for a Finance Officer to join a dynamic, community-focused cultural organisation based in Birkenhead. Offering a salary of circa£35,000, this hybrid role provides a fantastic opportunity to support an organisation known for delivering innovative live events, creative programmes and impactful community initiatives. You’ll play a key role in strengthening financial operations during an exciting period of growth, including the development of major future projects. If you’re seeking a hands-on finance role within a forward-thinking, values-driven environment, this is the perfect next step.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day financial operations including payments, cashflow monitoring and liaising with suppliers.

• Produce monthly management accounts, quarterly reports and year-end financial submissions.

• Support budget holders through forecasting, variance analysis and financial modelling.

• Maintain robust financial controls, policies and process documentation across all programmes.

• Oversee financial reporting for grants and funding, acting as the key contact for finance queries.

What Experience Is Required

• Proven background in finance with or working towards a recognised qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or similar).

• Strong knowledge of financial processes, reporting standards and best practice.

• Excellent communication, organisation and collaborative working skills.

• Experience within the non-profit/charitable sector and a passion for music and the creative arts is desirable

Salary & Benefits

• Circa £35,000

• Hybrid working, 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, ongoing professional development opportunities, staff discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and access to training and social events.

Location

This role is easily commutable from: Liverpool, Chester, Wirral, Wallasey, Ellesmere Port, Bromborough, Hoylake and surrounding areas.

How to Apply

Please apply by sending your CV in strict confidence toGiselle Whitton at CV Screen.

Alternate Job Titles

• Finance Manager

• Management Accountant

• Financial Controller

• Accounts Manager