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Hours: 30 hours per week (open to flexible working arrangements)
The Sue Lambert Trust is dedicated to helping survivors overcome the trauma of sexual abuse and violence through compassionate, trauma-aware support. Our three-phased approach, focusing on Groundwork (Stabilisation), Counselling (Therapy), and Resilience, serves around 600 clients annually, fostering healing and recovery.
As our Finance Manager, you will:
Play a pivotal role in sustaining our growth by providing a financial vision and contributing significantly to advancing our mission. With an annual budget of approximately £1 million, our growth necessitates astute financial management to ensure we continue making a meaningful impact. Our funding sources include the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioners, Ministry of Justice, National Lottery, various trusts and foundations along with a small but growing income stream from public donations.
Job Purpose:
Serve as an integral part of the Senior Management Team, providing seasoned expertise on financial sustainability and governance. Deliver accurate, insightful, timely, and comprehensive financial information to the CEO monthly and the Board quarterly, ensuring a client-focused approach across the organisation and advising on financial matters and strategic decisions.
Main Responsibilities:
Strategic:
1. Provide financial and commercial direction for the organization's sustainability and development, in alignment with the Strategic Plan.
2. Manage the preparation of the organization's budget and planning process.
3. Present financial and performance reports at Finance Committee and Board meetings.
4. Support the identification of strategic financial risks, maintaining a register and overseeing mitigating actions.
5. Ensure compliance with relevant financial governance laws for charities and businesses.
6. Provide sophisticated treasury management support to the organisation.
Operational:
1. Co-manage the Corporate Support Administrator in their financial duties, in collaboration with the Business Operations Manager.
Other:
1. Work with the CEO to promote the organization to partners, stakeholders, and agencies.
2. Provide ad hoc assistance and guidance as required.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications:
1. ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (desirable), or exceptionally qualified by experience.
Experience:
1. 5 years of sufficient experience to meet the requirements of the role.
2. Desirable experience within the third sector or service provider supporting vulnerable people.
3. Track record of delivering excellent communication and relationship management.
4. Extensive experience in preparing management accounts and presenting these to the Senior Management Team, the Board and Committees.
5. Demonstrated financial management skills with a track record of effective planning and cash flow forecasting.
6. Exceptional experience in organisational development responsibility and reporting to Boards and Committees.
7. Proficient in using databases and Xero with significant hands-on experience.
Skills/Knowledge Required:
1. Knowledge of financial management and related governance and compliance.
2. Expertise in business planning.
3. In-depth knowledge of the third sector and Charity SORP.
4. Exceptional ability to lead and motivate staff and volunteers.
5. Sophisticated IT skills, including advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge.
Competencies and Personal Attributes:
1. Dynamic and proactive approach, grounded in significant experience.
2. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
3. Appropriately energized management/leadership style.
Other Requirements:
1. Ability to work flexibly when necessary.
To apply: please submit a covering letter and your most recent CV to recruitment@suelamberttrust.org.
Deadline for applications: 9am Monday 6th January 2024
Interviews: week commencing 13th January 2025 (likely 15th or 16th Jan, TBC)
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Finance and Sales
Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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