Finance Manager in Bedford

Robertson Bell are pleased to be exclusively partnering with IMPAKT Housing & Support in their search for a Finance Manager to join their close-knit, dynamic team on a permanent basis. IMPAKT’s mission is to ensure support to people recovering from trauma and the devastating impact of homelessness and/or domestic abuse, in a safe and aspirational environment. They are seeking an organised, diligent accounting professional to work with the Director of Finance & Resources, to support the finance team in its delivery of high-quality, timely, and insightful financial information.

You will work closely with budget holders, enabling data-led decision-making and supporting donor and committee reporting. As a key member of a small, collaborative team, you will be hands-on managing day-to-day operations, proactive in ensuring a strong internal control environment and keen to drive operational and cost efficiencies.

The Organisation: IMPAKT Housing and Support is a dedicated organisation focused on providing safe, supportive housing solutions and personalised services to individuals in need. They are committed to assisting vulnerable individuals, including those experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and other complex needs, by offering not just housing but holistic support to promote independence and well-being. IMPAKT’s mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives through stable housing, tailored support services, and community involvement, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive in a secure and supportive environment.

The key duties of the Finance Manager are as follows:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts for DF&R to review.
• On completion of the monthly management accounts; to distribute to Heads of Department and Managers the relevant reports, e.g. Housing, Domestic Abuse, Maintenance, Retail, Staff Training Marketing & Fundraising etc.
• To meet with the relevant Heads of Department and Managers on a periodic basis to discuss the financial performance and outlook for the remaining periods.
• Budget – to take responsibility for providing instructions/templates to Heads of Department and Managers for the submission of data to complete the draft budget. To arrange meetings as appropriate with the budget holders to discuss and agree the draft budget.
• Work with the DF&R to present the Draft Budget to Executive Team and then uploading to Xledger.
• Cash – managing the cash resources of IMPAKT to ensure that any returns are achieved whilst ensuring there are adequate funds to meet liabilities as they fall due.
• Completion and submission of quarterly VAT returns.
• Providing staff with relevant guidance and training in the use of Xledger to meet their responsibilities.
• Liaise with auditors and preparation of pre-audit information requests and dealing with any subsequent queries and requests in consultation with the DF&R.
• Manage the finance team and oversee/reviewing sales ledger, purchase ledger, cash posting and all general ledger entries and that all reconciliations are completed and reviewed on a timely basis.
• Overseeing the completion of the monthly payroll and submission of year end payroll returns and ensuring good collaboration with the People & Culture team on matters that affect staff salary payments.
• Liaising with IMPAKT’s banks as and when required.
• Provide regular 1:1’s and Annual Appraisals for the Finance team members.

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience as Finance Manager.
• Non-profit experience highly preferred.
• Ideally fully qualified accountant but this is desirable. Part qualified and qualified by experience are also acceptable.
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in accounting and finance.
• A good knowledge of the issues facing homeless people, and homelessness issues in general across all ages.
• Possess a professional personal image and the ability to work harmoniously and establish positive relationships with staff at all levels and with third-party suppliers.
• Ability to explain financial terms in simple language.
• Demonstrate and convey a passion for the work of IMPAKT housing & support, including an understanding of the work we do and the challenges faced.

This is a largely office-based role in Bedford. The closing date for applications is on the 8th June with first stage interviews taking place the week commencing the 16th June. Applications will be under continuous review before then so please don’t delay in submitting your CV for consideration!