Job Description

About the Role:

We're seeking a skilled

Finance Manager

to oversee our finances, provide strategic insight, and ensure compliance. You'll play a key role in supporting the CEO, Trustees, and wider team as we deliver our mission.

What you'll do:

Financial Management & Reporting

Oversee day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions. Administer the sales ledgers, working with other managers, to raise timely invoices and credit notes. Maintain strong working relationships with debtors to ensure prompt payment of invoices Administer the purchase ledgers, supporting other managers, ensuring accurate accounting of invoices/other expenses. Oversee purchase order process. Maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers and internal customers. Prepare monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts, and variance analysis. Lead on year-end accounts preparation and liaise with external auditors. Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House, HMRC, and other regulatory bodies. Maintain robust internal controls, policies, and procedures.

Budgeting & Strategic Support

Lead the annual budgeting and reforecasting processes. Provide financial insight and advice to the CEO and Trustees to inform decision-making. Support funding applications and grant reporting with accurate financial data. Monitor restricted/unrestricted funds and ensure appropriate allocation.

Payroll & People Support

Manage monthly payroll, pensions, and staff expenses, ensuring compliance with employment legislation. Liaise with HR and external providers to ensure accurate and timely processing. Oversee PAYE, NI, and pension submissions.

Systems & Process Development

Manage finance systems (e.g., accounting software, payroll systems) and recommend improvements. Ensure financial data is accurate, up-to-date, and secure. Streamline processes to improve efficiency and transparency. Governance & Compliance Prepare reports for the Finance & Audit Committee and Board of Trustees. Ensure adherence to charity finance regulations, SORP, and best practice. Act as the main point of contact for external auditors, bankers, and other stakeholders.

What we're looking for:

Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience; PRINCE2 desirable. Proven financial management experience, ideally in the charity/non-profit sector. Knowledge of SORP, VAT, Gift Aid, payroll, and pensions. Strong IT skills (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, Excel). Analytical, proactive, and confident working with senior leaders and Trustees. Experience in grant reporting, funder compliance, and supporting organisational growth.

You'll bring:

A collaborative, supportive approach and ability to build strong relationships. Clear, confident communication skills and integrity in all dealings. Resilience, problem-solving ability, and strong organisational skills. Motivation, professionalism, and commitment to our mission and values.

The Details:

Position type:

3 days part time, permanent

Reports to:

Head of Operations & Governance

Salary:

30,000 per annum (FTE), pro-rated to part-time hours

Location:

Hybrid role, based in Birmingham with the expectation of 1-2 days per week in the office

Closing date

: Friday 26 September - 1pm - to apply please send your CV and cover letter to info@unitedby2022.com

Interviews:

Friday 3 October

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site gym
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Birmingham B5