At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial operations, manage budgets, and ensure compliance across the organisation.
- Company: Join the Society of Authors, the UK's largest trade union for writers and illustrators.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with a focus on fostering relationships across the organisation.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the literary world while managing finances for a respected organisation.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance management and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
The Society of Authors (SoA) is the UK’s largest trade union for all types of writers, illustrators and literary translators. We’ve been advising authors and speaking out for the profession since 1884. We’re currently looking to welcome a Finance Manager to our team.
The Finance Manager leads on the operational management of the finance function to ensure there are robust financial controls, effective reporting and efficient day-to-day financial operations across the organisation, including our ancillary charities and literary estates. The postholder is expected to foster excellent working relationships across the organisation with all staff, member volunteers, senior colleagues, board members and charity trustees.
Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer, the Finance Manager has significant responsibility for:
- Management accounts and reporting
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cashflow oversight
- Audit and compliance
- Financial controls and process improvement
- Operational financial analysis
Responsibilities include day-to-day financial management.
Finance Manager employer: The Society of Authors
The Society of Authors is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work culture that values creativity and the contributions of every team member. Located in the heart of the UK literary scene, we provide our employees with opportunities for professional growth and development, alongside a commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being. Joining us means being part of a passionate community dedicated to advocating for writers and ensuring their voices are heard.
