Senior Finance Manager

Job Title:

Senior Finance Manager

Location:

North London (Hybrid Working)

Salary:

£60,000 - £70,000 per annum

We are supporting a multi-site care business based in North London, dedicated to providing essential care services to the community with a mission is to support individuals in need, improving their quality of life through compassionate and professional care. They are now seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join the team and help them continue their impactful work.

Role Overview:

Reporting directly to an experienced Finance Director, the Senior Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in managing the financial operations of the charity. You will oversee the month-end process, produce management accounts, prepare board packs, and lead the budgeting and forecasting activities. You will also manage a small but dedicated finance team, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Month-End Procedures: Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Management Accounts: Prepare and present monthly management accounts, providing insightful analysis to support decision-making.
• Board Packs: Compile and present comprehensive board packs, highlighting key financial metrics and performance indicators.
• Budgets and Forecasts: Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting, working closely with department heads to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Team Management: Manage and mentor a small finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Compliance and Controls: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA).
• Proven experience in management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing finance teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders.
• Highly organised with a keen attention to detail.
• Proactive, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.

What they can offer:

• Competitive salary within the range of £60,000 - £70,000.
• Hybrid working arrangements, combining office-based and remote work.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.