At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial accounting, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with tax laws.
- Company: Join Carers UK, the leading charity supporting unpaid carers.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of carers while advancing your finance career.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in financial management and charity audits.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
About us
Carers UK is the leading national charity for unpaid carers. The Finance Manager is responsible for the management of the financial accounting functions of the organisation, for the preparation of statutory accounts, regular management reports, the preparation of all tax returns, supporting budget holders and assisting them fulfil their responsibilities, and for compliance with statutory requirements including compliance with tax laws and regulations.
About the role
The Finance Manager will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, including the nation offices, supporting and advising, building excellence in standards within the finance office and injecting innovative solutions to the organisation’s financial strategy.
About you
We are looking for a proactive and visible finance professional who is able to engage and build relationships across the organisation as a pivotal member within a values led high performing organisation. You will be a qualified accountant with proven track record of financial management awareness and a solid understanding of charity audits and statutory accounts preparation. You will have the ability to work with staff across the organisation in supporting good financial governance and oversight of financial operational matters. You will have the ability to analyse financial information and present this in a suitable format for the audience. You will have good ability to meet deadlines, be IT literate with an emphasis on financial systems, spreadsheets, Quickbooks and Excel. You will be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and be able to work with minimum supervision.
The role will involve the management of the day‑to‑day financial activities, VAT, gift aid, payroll and the monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliations and statutory accounts preparation. The job holder will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Finance Officer and volunteers within the team. There will be a requirement to work closely with the income generating staff, budget holders, auditors, banks and credit card providers on a regular basis. The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the Finance Officer and Finance volunteer.
Diversity and inclusion
Carers UK is committed to becoming a diverse and truly inclusive organisation. We strive to create a workplace where our colleagues and volunteers can truly be themselves and feel like they belong and constantly seek to ensure all voices are heard. To embrace this culture of diversity, our employee and volunteer recruitment should reflect our stakeholders and the society that we serve and support, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, physical abilities, disabilities or religious practices. We value individual diversity and are actively building diverse teams here at Carers UK and value our colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds. As a membership charity for carers, we particularly seek employees and volunteers with a real understanding of the issues faced by carers. Reasonable adjustments can be made to the process and role dependent on the needs of the applicant.
Finance Manager employer: Carers UK
Carers UK is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and encourages personal growth. As a Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in shaping the financial strategy of a leading charity, with opportunities to collaborate across teams and make a meaningful impact on the lives of unpaid carers. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on innovative solutions, Carers UK provides a rewarding environment for finance professionals looking to contribute to a noble cause.
