Finance Manager in Greenwich

Emmaus Greenwich are seeking a Finance Manager to join their team in Plumstead, Southeast London in this permanent, 4-day-per-week role, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and playing a central role in overseeing the financial operations of Emmaus Greenwich.

Fantastic company benefits include:

• Salary: Competitive pro rata salary of £33,334 per annum (full time equivalent of £41,667.67)
• Holiday: 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
• Additional: Pension Scheme, individually tailored induction, training and development, 24/7 employee assistance scheme

About the role:

As Finance Manager, you will ensure robust financial systems are in place across the organisation and lead on the preparation and delivery of key financial information including budgets, forecasts, management accounts, and statutory year-end accounts. You will support strategic planning and decision-making, ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the charity, while also managing and developing the Finance Officer, and promoting a culture of financial awareness across the organisation.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Prepare management accounts, financial performance reports, budgets, and forecasts, supporting colleagues with analysis and financial guidance.
• Lead the preparation of statutory year-end accounts and manage the external audit process.
• Ensure financial systems, policies, and processes are accurate, efficient, and continuously improved.
• Responsible for payroll.
• Oversee supplier payments, procurement, and treasury management in line with policies and best practice.
• Provide financial reports and advice to the CEO, Finance Committee, Board of Trustees, and internal stakeholders.
• Line manage the Finance Officer, fostering professional development and ensuring high standards of performance.
• Promote values-based leadership, embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion, and supporting volunteers and colleagues across the charity.

About you:

As Finance Manager, you will be a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or CIPFA) with substantial experience in financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. You will ideally have a strong finance background in the charitable sector, ideally with some experience in retail and supported housing. Strong technical knowledge of accounting systems (particularly QuickBooks Online) and payroll is essential. You will have excellent attention to detail, be highly organised, and possess outstanding communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly. Experience working with a board of trustees is desirable, alongside management experience. Commitment to social impact, equality, and the empowerment of disadvantaged people is essential. An enhanced understanding of charity law and governance is desirable.

Why Emmaus:

Emmaus Greenwich is part of the national Emmaus federation, dedicated to empowering homeless and socially disadvantaged people through meaningful work, community living, and skills development. By joining the team, you’ll be contributing to a charity with a strong social mission, making a tangible difference in people’s lives while working in a supportive and values-driven environment.

If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Finance Manager position and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.

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