Job Description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Finance Manager to lead the financial operations of the charity. The postholder will ensure robust financial controls, effective reporting, and strategic oversight to support good governance and informed decision-making. This is a key leadership role and an integral member of the senior management team.

Key Responsibilities

Lead on the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and management accounts Oversee financial reporting in accordance with UK accounting standards (including the Charity SORP) Prepare quarterly financial returns for the Open Mental Health partnership, and other financial reporting as required Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including Companies House and the Charity Commission Oversee the issue of customer invoices, collection of cash and payment of supplier invoices Manage payroll (working with the HR department) and pension payments, HMRC returns and other tax-related matters Monitor and manage cash flow and reserves Liaise with external auditors and lead on the year-end account's preparation and the audit process Maintain and recommend improvements to financial systems, policies, and procedures Manage a finance team of two direct line reports Provide financial analysis and recommendations to the board and senior management Undertaking some office procurement functions Contribute to the running of the organisation as a member of the senior management team
Person Specification:?

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Strong technical accounting knowledge Strong Excel and Modelling Skills Experience with preparation of statutory accounts Ability to delegate and manage the work of others Collaborative and team-focused Desirable: Experience leading an annual audit Knowledge of Sage Experience of charity accounting
Equal Opportunities:?

Mind in Somerset promotes equal opportunities and opposes discrimination. As a Disability Confident employer, we offer guaranteed interviews to disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria. Contact HR for reasonable adjustments.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 43,349.00-52,082.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:

Yeovil BA20 1PN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:

25% (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Yeovil BA20 1PN

Application deadline: 12/08/2025
Reference ID: 2526046
Expected start date: 01/10/2025