Our business is truly special; We are a group of companies operating in the construction, water, civil engineering, property development and facilities management sectors, we employ c970 people. Our reputation is built upon our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted. Wholly owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose. Forward thinking and people focussed, we retain our traditional values and are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference every day. Our business would not be the business it is today without its people, we strive to develop and nurture talent, provide a positive healthy environment empowering our people to be the best they can be.
The role
Recognising the growth of the Trust's charitable operations, this newly created role will support the Head of Operations in maintaining high standards of governance, financial oversight, and regulatory compliance.
The Eric Wright Charitable Trust awards grants to charities across the North West of England and supports:
* Water Park Adventure Centre: an outdoor activity centre fostering life skills and personal growth;
* The Eric Wright Learning Foundation: offering education, training and progress support to young people.
As Governance and Finance Manager, you will ensure the financial health and compliance of the Trust by preparing monthly management accounts, processing payments, and overseeing regulatory requirements. You will also support governance activities, including preparing board papers, updating policies, and ensuring compliance with the Charity Commission and Companies House. This is a hands-on, team-oriented role offering the chance to drive process improvements, shape key processes, and support the Trust's activities in a supportive and collaborative environment.
We are looking for someone to work part time (18 hours or 2.5 days per week).
Responsibilities include
Financial Reporting: Complete the financial reporting for the Trust, Water Park and the Learning Foundation.
This includes:
* Prepare monthly management accounts including detailed analysis and reporting of financial performance
* Assist in annual budget preparation and financial forecasting
* Reconcile bank statements and manage the accounting system
* Process and manage the grant payments for the Trust
Governance and Compliance
* Stay informed on legislation changes affecting charity governance and ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, including Charity Commission guidelines and financial regulations
* Conduct financial assessments for grantee applications
* Assist with the development, implementation, and review of policies, processes and procedures to uphold governance best practices
* Prepare documentation for audits and liaise with external auditors as required
* Assist with producing quality reporting for board and sub-committee meetings
* Recommend and oversee training for the Board of Trustees and the support functions
* Support the Head of Operations and other staff with financial and compliance-related inquiries and projects
Process Improvement and Team Support
* Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient operations at the Trust and provide support for the outdoor activity centre and Learning Foundation
* Identify opportunities and implement improvements for finance and governance processes
* Comply with Group rules, policies and procedures at all times
About You
The successful candidate will have exceptional communication skills both verbal and written, with excellent administration skills.
Essential:
* ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or have equivalent experience
* Experience in financial management and charity governance
* Strong administrative and policy development skills
* Ability to work collaboratively across teams while managing multiple priorities
* Current knowledge/skills in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
* Excellent attention to detail and problem solving skills
* GDPR/Fraud awareness
Desirable:
* Familiarity of Evision software, Jet report writing
* Understanding of corporate social value principles
In return we offer
* Competitive Salary
* Enhanced annual leave starting at 26 Days + bank holidays rising with service
* Learning and development - we offer a range of learning opportunities to develop talent at all levels within our business focussing on technical competence, upskilling, compliance and governance and career development.
* Pension - 6.5% employer contribution of your salary into your pension to help you save for the future
* BUPA - optional scheme and can include your family to the scheme (50% contribution)
* Company sick pay scheme - Up to 20 days full pay in a rolling 12 month period
* Group Income Protection - 50% of your salary covered for 3 years for long term illness
* Enhanced Paid Family Leave - maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more
* Hybrid working - manage your own diary, working in the office, at home or out with clients
* Onsite Nursery - Our Sceptre Nursery is discounted for our employees and based on site at Head office
* Onsite gym - we have a gym on site at Head Office which is free to use
* Company Doctor - for when you can't get to see your own or if you have any health concerns
* Virtual GP - 24/7 access for when you need to speak to a GP
* EAP - Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured, supporting you and your family with advice, guidance and counselling on a variety of areas such as health, fitness, home life, finances and much more.
* Mental Health support - through the Thrive app, approved by the NHS, provides tools, to tackle, prevent and manage common stressors such as sleep, bereavement, work issues etc. Also provides relaxation, breathing and meditation techniques and measures impact.
* Savings scheme - Put aside an affordable amount for a rainy day in the future
* Recognition awards - awards for long service and special birthdays
* A comprehensive health and wellbeing strategy focussed on physical, emotional, financial and career wellbeing
Our Ethos
Working at the Eric Wright Group of companies is truly special. Owned 100% by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose, which means that after reinvestment in the business, our profit is donated to charity via the Trust. This ownership structure provides a high level of stability for the Group and supports longer-term commercial and charitable strategies. Our reputation is built on our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted, as a result we have people, community and social value at our heart. The companies across the Group regularly collaborate to deliver outstanding results on bespoke projects for both public and private sector clients.
We are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference in communities every day.
The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its staff and clients and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check or Disclosure Scotland check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. We are committed to equal opportunities, inclusion and fairness across all employment opportunities and service delivery. All managers and employees are expected to promote our values to ensure our workplaces and services are inclusive and accessible. #J-18808-Ljbffr