Overview
In this Finance Lead role you ensure finances are up-to-date, accurate, and clearly reported to the CEO, Trustees and budget holders. You will operate within a small charity, handling a wide range of financial activities and collaborating with partners and funders. Your work supports transparent, well-managed finances and informed decision-making across projects. This remote, flexible role offers a chance to shape financial systems in a mission-driven organization committed to inclusion and sustainability. You will lead with integrity and drive efficiency in a supportive team environment.
Pay / Benefits
- flexible working pattern
- remote-friendly
- supportive, inclusive environment
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day financial transactions: invoicing, payments, reconciliations, expenses, international transfers
- Process payroll, PAYE, NI and pension administration
- Manage membership-related payments and respond to financial queries
- Develop and monitor organisation-wide and project budgets; provide cash-flow and budget-vs-actual reports
- Support funder reporting, grant management and restricted/unrestricted funds records
- Coordinate information for annual accounts and liaise with external accountants
- Ensure compliance with Gift Aid, payroll, pensions, anti-fraud and AML requirements
- Supervise Finance Officer and contribute to staff induction on finance systems
- Maintain asset registers and financial records; review systems for efficiency and transparency
- Support financial management of organisational events including cash handling and reconciliation
Key requirements
- Minimum 5 years in a broad finance/accounting role in a UK charity
- Experience with invoicing, payments, reconciliations and payroll
- Experience budgeting, forecasting and management reporting
- Experience managing restricted and unrestricted funds
- Good knowledge of accounting principles, controls and reporting
- Knowledge of PAYE, NI, pensions and HMRC requirements
- Strong IT and accounting systems skills (Excel and accounting software)
- Understanding of payment processors (Stripe, TransferWise, GoCardless, Paypal)
- Ability to work independently; strong problem-solving and numerical skills
- Good organizational, time-management and communication skills
- Comfortable in an online environment (Google Drive, Slack, video conferencing)
- High integrity, discretion and financial judgement
- Collaborative mindset
- Clear communicator with non-finance colleagues
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking
- Excel; accounting software
- Payroll and pension administration systems
- Fund accounting and grant reporting
Finance Lead in Leeds employer: Environmentjob
At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions a positive work culture and values employee wellbeing. With flexible working options, generous leave policies, and a commitment to professional growth, we empower our team to make a meaningful impact on the National Cycle Network while enjoying a supportive environment. Join us in our mission to promote active travel and be part of a collaborative team that values equity and continuous learning.
