Job.

Our client, a recognised and reputable charity are seeking a Finance Manager, based at our head

office in Coventry, and working on a hybrid basis.  

This is a hands-on role, requiring the Finance Manager to be fully involved in day to day financial

transactions, in conjunction with a small finance team. As a member of the senior management

team, the Finance Manager manages all accounting and financial reporting to support the delivery

of the organisation’s operational plans. This includes effective financial budgeting and forecasting,

as well as responsibility for all accounting functions, including the purchase, sales and nominal

ledgers, tax, payroll, pension, gift aid, credit control, cash flow, membership reconciliation and

investments.

The Finance Manager will provide timely and accurate financial information to the CEO, Finance

Director and Board, while ensuring full compliance with all financial regulations and charitable

obligations. This requires regular financial reporting to aid management decision making, including

the provision of monthly management accounts, while implementing financial management and

control systems to protect the organisation’s income streams, funds and assets.

We are looking for a proactive, resilient and effective finance professional, who has a structured

approach to work and excellent attention to detail. They will be highly organised, with the ability to

multi-task, prioritise workload, and meet tight deadlines. An effective team player, they will be a

motivated self-starter, who is equally adept at working independently. Excellent communication

skills are essential, with the ability to build strong professional relationships.

The successful candidate will likely be an experienced financial accountant, with a minimum of three to five

years in a similar sized SME managing a small team. Knowledge of charitable / not for profit

accounting and statutory reporting would also be advantageous.