Job Description

JOB TITLE:

Finance Manager

LOCATION:

Petty Pool Vocational College, Pool Lane, Sandiway, Cheshire, CW8 2DR

REPORTS TO:

Head of Finance

SALARY:

33,277.26-36,785.65 per annum - Grade 5

HOURS:

35 Hours per week - Monday to Friday 8.30am-4.30pm - Flexibility hybrid working. Office-based with flexibility for remote working.

DBS:

Enhanced check required.

Closing date: Wednesday 30th July

The Finance manager is responsible for Producing the accounts for the charity, with a combined annual turnover of 4 million. This role ensures effective and efficient reporting to ensure the charities resources are effectively managed to achieve its mission and goals. You will oversee all financial operations, compliance and audit processes.

Petty Pool Trust is officially World Class to work for in 2024 by Best Companies.

Our values

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Ambitious - Striving for excellence in everything we do Brave - Fearless in our boldness Creative - exploring innovation and embracing change Collaborative - feeling valued and adding value

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

Prepare timely and accurate management accounts for all entities Variance analysis Build a monthly reporting pack and update monthly for each entity Assist with Board reports Cashflow forecasts for all entities KPI reporting Assist on the preparation of annual operating budgets, and half yearly reforecasting VAT returns Charity commission returns Report building? working with stake holders on information they require Insurance Assist in new software implementation and new processes across the group

Audit & Compliance

Act as a point of contact for the external auditors Support the annual audit process

Systems & Process Improvement

Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and reporting tools to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and transparency

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

Work closely with other departments, to ensure financial information is integrated and aligned with the charity's overall objectives New starter finance induction and building a pack Collaborate with external partners, including auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies. Adhoc support to the Head of Finance

Person Specification

Minimum GCSE Maths and English Grade C or equivalent (E) Intermediate to advanced MS Excel user with an interest in building skills (E) Accounting Qualification ACCA/CIMA (E) Have experience of working in Finance manager/management accountant role (E) Experience of Management Accounts and Month-end (E) Previous experience in equivalent environment - small business / education (E) Experience of working with Sage 50 (D)

Staff Benefits

28 days annual leave, plus 8 public bank holidays On-site parking Company Sick pay (after passing probationary period) Employee Assistant Programme Free meals when commuting by car sharing, walking, or cycling Bike rack Eye care vouchers Company pension Smart casual dress
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 33,277.26-36,785.65 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/07/2025