Senior Finance Manager
Job description
We are looking for a Senior Finance Manager who embodies versatility and meticulous attention to detail. The successful candidate will possess a strong analytical mind, excellent problem-solving skills, and a keen eye for financial precision. They should be an effective communicator, capable of providing valuable insights and accessible reports to the team and Trustees. Adaptability and strong organisational skills are vital in prioritising workloads and meeting deadlines. As part of the Senior Management Team, integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information will be paramount. Our ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, ready to contribute to the growth of our organisation. Enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and a passion for our mission are qualities we highly value. If you are a proactive individual with these attributes and a commitment to making a difference, we invite you to join our team
- Work with the Senior Management Team (SMT) to prepare the annual company budget
- Produce and maintain monthly cash flow forecasts
- Monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and chart of accounts.
- Timely processing and paying of freelancers and suppliers
- Liaise with our external payroll service on payroll and process monthly salaries, pension and HMRC payments
- Provide budgets for contracts, grants and spot purchase applications
- Continually monitor performance against organisational, grants and contracts budgets, investigate variances to ensure delivery of our operations within agreed budgets
- Ensure that the SMT, Treasurer and Board of Trustees have timely, accurate information
- Provide advice and recommendations to the SMT in identifying any potential financial risks/weaknesses with policies or decisions and suggest strategies for mitigation
- Identify opportunities for improving financial systems according to best practice and highlight opportunities for reducing costs/improving contracts
- Work flexibly from time to time in order to meet deadlines and undertake any other relevant duties as required