Finance Manager
We are seeking a skilled and strategic Finance Manager to help shape the future of a newly merged charity supporting Cambridgeshire communities.
Position: Finance ManagerSalary: £41,942 - £45,099 pro rata (depending on experience)Location: Huntingdon or Cambridge (min. 1 day/week onsite), with flexible home workingHours: 21 hours per weekContract: PermanentClosing Date: Noon, 30 April 2025Interview Date: Week commencing 12 May 2025
About the Role
As Finance Manager, you will be a vital member of the senior leadership team, overseeing the financial health and sustainability of the charity. Reporting to the CEO and Honorary Treasurer, you’ll lead on financial reporting, compliance, budgeting and strategic planning.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the finance function including reporting, forecasting, and compliance
Advising the CEO and Board on financial strategy and governance
Managing charity statutory accounts, audits and Companies House returns
Developing and monitoring project budgets and cost controls
Supporting payroll, pensions, invoicing and cash flow
Acting as Company Secretary
Managing a part-time Finance Officer
Supporting community groups with finance-related training and advice
About You
You’ll be an experienced finance professional, ideally with charity sector knowledge and a passion for strengthening community impact.
You will have:
AAT Level 3 or part-qualified accountant status (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA desirable)
Strong experience in financial reporting, budgeting and compliance
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong numeracy and analytical skills
Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office
Experience supporting audits and managing restricted funds
Knowledge of Charity and Company Law
A collaborative, flexible and proactive attitude
About the Organisation
Support Cambridgeshire is the result of a merger between CCVS and Hunts Forum, two organisations committed to helping communities thrive. We offer support, advice, training and advocacy for voluntary and community groups across Cambridgeshire. Our work focuses on four core areas: representation, networks, organisation development and volunteering. Headquartered at the Maple Centre in Huntingdon, we also have offices in Cambridge and work flexibly to serve our communities.
Benefits include:
28 days annual leave (pro rata) + bank holidays + birthday off
Flexible working and hybrid model
Generous pension contribution
5 days personal development annually
Disability Confident employer
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity Finance Officer, Head of Finance, Financial Controller, Finance Business Partner, Senior Finance Officer, Treasurer, Finance Lead, Company Secretary