Purpose:
To ensure sound financial management, sustainability, and compliance with UK charity finance regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
● Manage organisational budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
● Ensure compliance with UK charity finance regulations and funder requirements.
● Prepare management accounts, annual accounts, and audit documentation.
● Monitor cash flow and financial risk.
● Provide financial oversight for grants and funded projects.
● Advise Trustees and senior management on financial planning and sustainability.
Person Specification – Essential Qualifications and Experience
● Degree or professional qualification in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).
● Minimum 5 years’ experience in financial management, preferably within a charity or non-profit organisation.
● Strong knowledge of UK charity finance regulations, reporting requirements, and compliance.
● Proven experience of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and audit preparation.
● Experience supporting funding applications and grant financial reporting.
● High level of numerical accuracy and analytical skills.
● Ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
● Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Excel.