At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the finance function and manage budgeting, payroll, and audits for a charitable organisation.
- Company: Join a positive and inspiring charity based in Sheffield.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, 25 days annual leave, and a pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and a collaborative team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real difference while developing your finance career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA/CIPFA with experience in the charitable sector preferred.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
Sewell Wallis is working with a charitable organisation based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, who have an upcoming opportunity for a qualified Senior Finance Manager to join their brilliant team on a full or part time basis across either 4 or 5 days per week. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and manage the finance function, work with service managers across the organisation and liaise with the Board of Trustees. The successful candidate will direct financial strategy and policies, budgeting, payroll, investment, audits and support funding applications for the charity.
What will you be doing?
- Lead the finance function, line management of 2 staff members.
- Manage the financial position, monitoring reserves and coordinating investment strategy.
- Ensure a sustainable financial strategy for the charity, underpinned by robust financial planning and management systems.
- Work with the Finance Subcommittee (CEO and Treasurer) to set financial policy, review risk and performance.
- Ensure timely invoicing and payment for service income and the maintenance of cash balances.
- Work with the Senior Management Team to develop the business plan, managing and monitoring effectiveness and performance to achieve its objectives.
- Prepare annual budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections.
- Provide budgeting support, training and reports to the SMT, project managers, funders and trustees when required.
- Prepare monthly management accounts and commentary for the SMT and Board of Trustees.
- Prepare draft year end accounts for audit and coordinate accountancy and audit activities.
- Ensure compliance with charity accounting requirements, statutory regulations and internal financial controls.
- Prepare information for the outsourced payroll function and ensure accurate reports are returned to allow for payment to be made to schedule.
- Collaborate with the Business Development Manager on fundraising activities and coordinate Gift Aid claims.
- Drive continuous improvement across finance processes and systems.
- Oversee company pension scheme enrolment and reporting.
- Support funding bids by preparing costings and reviewing financial implications.
What skills are we looking for?
- Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA/CIPFA.
- Experience of working within the Charitable or Third Sector is preferred.
- Experience of and commitment to delivering an effective financial support service in support of an organisation’s aim.
- Experience of managing staff members.
What’s on offer?
- Flexible working arrangements (part/full time option).
- Hugely positive and inspiring working environment.
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
- Enhanced annual leave with length of service.
- Pension Scheme.
Senior Finance Manager in Sheffield employer: Sewell Wallis
As a Finance Manager at our dynamic company, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. We offer competitive salaries, bonuses, and a robust pension plan, alongside ample opportunities for professional growth and development within a multi-entity environment. Join us in a location that fosters both personal and career advancement, making your role not just a job, but a meaningful career path.
