Senior Finance Manager

The Portfolio Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit organisation is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to oversee financial reporting and manage a skilled team. This key leadership role is vital for ensuring compliance and modernising financial systems. Candidates should have a recognised accountancy qualification and extensive experience in statutory and management reporting. The position offers hybrid working and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Extensive post-qualification experience in a large charity or not-for-profit organisation.
• Strong track record in statutory and management reporting.
• Experience of leading and developing finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of annual statutory accounts and management reports.
• Maintain financial control and compliance with regulations.
• Deliver monthly management accounts to senior leadership.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

People management

Budgeting and forecasting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft 365 applications (especially Excel)

Job description

Senior Finance Manager
Hybrid
Based in Central London
Paying up to 68k based on experience

About the Role

A leading not-for-profit organisation is looking for an experienced and qualified finance professional to join its senior finance team as a Senior Finance Manager.

This is a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing the organisation's financial reporting and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of its financial records. You'll lead a small but skilled team, work closely with senior stakeholders, and act as a deputy to the Assistant Director of Finance. Your technical expertise will be essential in ensuring compliance with accounting standards and charity regulations, while also helping to modernise reporting processes and improve financial systems.

The role offers an excellent opportunity to shape the way financial information is delivered and understood across the organisation, supporting decision-making at the highest level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the production of annual statutory accounts and quarterly management reports, ensuring deadlines are met and information is accurate, relevant, and insightful.
• Maintain high standards of financial control, including reconciliations, data integrity, and compliance with SORP and other regulatory requirements.
• Deliver monthly management accounts and internal reporting to senior leadership teams, highlighting performance trends and financial risks.
• Provide expert accounting advice and support to internal stakeholders, including technical guidance and clear communication of complex financial matters.
• Monitor developments in financial reporting standards and implement changes where necessary.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure a smooth year-end audit process.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, streamline systems, and strengthen financial governance.
• Oversee a team of finance professionals, including performance management, development, and resource planning.
• Deputise for the Assistant Director of Finance and contribute to wider departmental projects and initiatives.

About You

We're looking for a confident, collaborative leader with strong technical accounting knowledge and a practical, hands-on approach to problem solving. You'll bring a mix of professional credibility, people management experience, and a track record of improving reporting processes in complex environments.

You Will Need To Have:

• A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)
• Extensive post-qualification experience, ideally within a large charity or not-for-profit organisation
• A strong track record in statutory and management reporting, budgeting and forecasting
• Experience of leading and developing high-performing finance teams
• An in-depth understanding of accounting standards, financial regulations, and charity SORP
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to explain financial issues to non-specialist audiences
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and experience of driving systems or process improvements
• Strong working knowledge of financial systems and Microsoft 365 applications (especially Excel)

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to take on a high-impact role in a purpose-led organisation. You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team where your input will directly shape how financial information supports the wider mission. The role also offers hybrid working, professional development opportunities, and the chance to lead meaningful change within a well-established finance function.

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