We have an exciting opportunity for an Interim Finance Manager based in Central Bristol. This role offers a competitive rate of £250 per day and can be full-time or part-time for a duration of 3-4 months for a lovely Charity
Job Title: Interim Finance Manager (Charity Sector)
Rate: £250 per day
Duration: 2-4 months
Location: Central Bristol (Hybrid - initial months mostly in the office)
Hybrid: 2-3 days in the office initially
Role Overview: As the Interim Finance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the finance function, providing strategic financial guidance, and supporting the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team. Your primary goal will be to review and enhance current finance support systems, ensuring robust financial controls and risk management throughout the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and improve finance support systems and make recommendations to the Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees.
- Ensure effective risk management and financial controls at both strategic and operational levels.
- Develop and maintain procedures and systems for effective financial resource control and expenditure.
- Support the Chief Executive, Treasurer, and staff with financial matters, including regular reporting on income and expenditure and preparing quarterly management accounts.
Main Tasks:
- Manage day-to-day finance operations, including income and expenditure records, grant and funding records, and invoicing.
- Oversee payroll functions, including BACS transfers, auto-enrollment to the pension scheme, and tax/NI payments.
- Supervise the Finance Officer, ensuring timely payments, banking, credit card receipts, and petty cash management.
- Prepare the annual audit file and financial reports for the Board, Finance Sub Committee, and external stakeholders.
- Support strategic planning and budgeting processes and assist with financial information for funding bids and tenders.
- Ensure compliance with legal and statutory obligations, including Companies House, Charity Commission, Gift Aid, and data protection.
Person Specification: Qualifications:
- QBE Accountant or financial management equivalent qualification
Experience/Knowledge:
- Proficiency in accounting systems, financial controls, cash-flow management, balance sheets, and investment returns
- Experience using computerised accounting software packages (QuickBooks preferred) (Essential)
- Managing payroll systems and understanding Inland Revenue requirements and pension scheme auto-enrollment
- Line management experience
- Voluntary sector/not-for-profit financial management
Skills:
- Proficiency in Office 365 and intermediate-level Excel skills (Essential)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Essential)
- Ability to present complex information clearly (Essential)
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines (Essential)
Attributes:
- Ability to work independently and proactively, with minimal supervision (Essential)
- Collaborative and proactive approach to working with senior management and wider staff team (Essential)
- Commitment to diversity and equal opportunities (Essential)
If this opportunity aligns with your skills and career aspirations, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out to us at your earliest convenience to discuss this role further.
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