Finance Manager
- Annual Salary: £39,775 - £43,185
- Location: Belfast
- Job Type: Full-time/Part-time (4- or 5-day week)
We are seeking a Finance Manager to support the Director of Finance in delivering efficient and effective services within the Finance Department of our charity. This role is pivotal in providing quality financial information for decision-making and supporting managers in the financial management of the organisation.
Day to day of the role:
- Contribute to the Finance Strategy to achieve both short and long-term objectives, offering strong leadership and support to Senior Managers and other team members.
- Assist in the preparation of major funding applications.
- Engage with key internal and external stakeholders to foster and maintain effective working relationships.
- Regularly coach, mentor, and support colleagues to enhance their skills and competence in financial and budgetary processes.
- Support the Board of Trustees by attending relevant meetings.
- Develop and maintain robust financial systems for planning, control, and reporting to guide management decisions and track financial performance against strategic goals.
- Proactively manage the organisation's cash flow forecasting.
- Continuously monitor and review finance systems and processes for improvements in efficiency and effectiveness.
- Provide accurate and timely reports, such as key performance indicators and impact measurement reports, to assess effectiveness.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Degree level qualification in a business-related subject or equivalent, or qualified as an accounting technician (e.g., IATI) with three years of accounting experience. Fully qualified Accountants are also welcome to apply.
- Knowledge of charitable accounting principles.
- Three years' experience managing staff performance to achieve high service delivery standards and leading an effective team.
- Three years' experience in a management role within a finance department.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary within the range of £39,775 - £43,185.
- Flexible working week (4- or 5-day options).
- Opportunity to contribute to the success of a meaningful charity.
- Professional development and mentoring within a supportive team environment.
To apply for the Finance Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. For more information on this excellent opportunity, please contact Laurence Jago at Reed Belfast, apply via this advertisement, or reach out confidentially on LinkedIn.