Senior Finance Manager

Altum Consulting; London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to oversee budgeting and financial processes during a period of change. This role offers the chance to lead a team, ensure robust financial controls, and make a meaningful impact. The position is largely remote with occasional travel across the UK.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of post-qualification experience at a similar level.
• Experience managing staff in larger organizations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Finance Managers and Management Accountants.
• Lead budget setting and the production of forecasts.
• Prepare and update Management Accounts, investigate variances.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Proactive Mindset

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA)

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Senior Finance Manager | £60-65k | Charity | Largely remote with occasional travel across the country

This Senior Finance Manager position offers an exciting opportunity to join a large charity supporting employment initiatives. The organization is undergoing a period of change and seeks an experienced accountant to lead the team in managing budgeting, month-end, and year-end processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Finance Managers and Management Accountants
• Lead budget setting and the production of forecasts
• Present financial analysis to senior management & ensure business plans are effective
• Prepare and update Management Accounts, investigate variances, and identify improvements
• Maintain robust financial controls across the finance function
• Lead the planning and management of the year-end accounts process

Person Specification

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA)
• 3-5 years of post-qualification experience at a similar level
• Experience managing staff, preferably in larger organizations
• Experience in management accounting
• Experience in the non-profit or public sector is preferred
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management
• Proactive, entrepreneurial, and ambitious mindset

The role is predominantly remote, with occasional travel (about once a month) across the country, expenses paid by the organization. It's an excellent opportunity to develop a strong team and make a meaningful impact during a dynamic period of change.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting, Auditing, and Finance
• Industry: Civic and Social Organizations