Job Summary – Finance Manager
Nomad has an annual turnover of about £650,000. We work to support and house those who are homeless and those who find themselves at risk of homelessness. In addition, we have a social lettings agency, Four Trees Lettings, established in 2020 as a trading subsidiary of the charity, as well as Clarity Lettings, a commercial agency which we purchased in 2022. These two have a combined turnover of £150,000.
We are looking for a proactive individual who is willing to be hands-on and fully committed to the role, and is preferably, but not essentially, from a charity or non-profit background.
Responsible to: CEO
Responsible for: Income Services and Admin. Assistant
Contract: Part time (4 days, 28 hours per week). Negotiable
Salary: £42,500 pro rata
Other Benefits: 6% employer's contribution to pension, flexible working patterns, free parking.
Location: Sheffield United Football Stadium, John Street, S2 4SW. This role is office based.
The post holder will handle all aspects of financial management including bookkeeping - utilising the QuickBooks accounting package - and budgetary compilation, and will work closely with the CEO and other SMT members to advise and direct regarding financial and budgetary matters. The successful candidate will have practical experience of accountancy and financial management. They will be an adaptable team player with excellent communication skills.
Key tasks:
* Ensuring the finances of Nomad and subsidiary companies are controlled and recorded efficiently meeting all legal requirements and standards of good practice in the charity sector.
* Working with the CEO to liaise with external services including accountants and auditors ensuring the production of statutory annual accounts, legal compliance and accuracy.
* Overseeing and line managing the Income Services and Admin. Assistant, providing day to day support, and guidance in their personal development.
* Ensuring accurate and timely delivery of payroll and the administration of the Nomad pension scheme in line with legal obligations. (Payroll is run by an external agency)
* With the CEO, preparing quarterly Management Accounts including performance to date and forecasts for the financial year together with supporting commentary.
* With the CEO, leading the annual organisational budget compilation. Setting processes for approval by the Board of Trustees and contributing to forward Business Planning.
* Developing the finance function, policies and controls, systems and processes in line with changing organisational need, ensuring all accounting processes are compliant with statutory regulations, best practice and maximising efficiencies for the organisation.
* Managing the renewal process of various contracts e.g. utilities, telephone, rent and IT support.
* Servicing loans and investments.
* Providing all financial information for inclusion in reports to funders.
* Managing all benefits payments including Housing Benefits which are due to Nomad/Four Trees/Clarity and ensuring that underpayments, overpayments and missing payments are investigated and dealt with effectively and quickly.
* Leading the development of the long-term financial strategy of the organisation, including working with the CEO to provide guidance to the Board of Trustees on the costings and viability of new project proposals and financial decisions.
* Supporting the fundraising team and compiling project budgets as required.
* Ensuring the prompt collection of debts and managing Gift Aid.
* Working closely with the CEO to ensure effective administration of the charity.
* Keeping informed of current initiatives in the finance and charity sector.
* Carrying out any other duties in line with the role as required by the CEO or Board of Trustees.
This job description is intended as an outline indicator of general areas of activity and will be developed in light of the changing needs of Nomad. It is expected that the post holder will be as positive and flexible as possible in using this document as a framework, and in performing other duties commensurate with their skills and qualifications, and the needs of the organisation.
Person Specification:
* Qualification, experience, aptitude, quality
Proven ability to cope with the financial management of a growing organisation including production of management accounts and liaising with auditors.
E
Excellent analytical skills and judgement in the preparation of monitoring documentation, financial record keeping, management accounts and annual accounts; and success in working accurately to tight deadlines.
E
Proven ability to work in a team across an organisation.
E
Fully computer literate with a good working knowledge of MS Office and computerised accounting systems such as QuickBooks accounting software or equivalent online accounting systems.
E
Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, including report-writing and the ability to communicate financial matters to non-financial staff. Well-developed interpersonal skills, able to build and maintain a range of relationships.
E
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise accordingly and adapt to changing circumstances with a proactive approach to problem solving.
E
Reliability and integrity, together with an enthusiastic and positive attitude and the ability to work efficiently and effectively in a small team.
E
Flexible and adaptable approach. Self-motivated and disciplined.
E
Commitment to working within the values of Nomad.
E
An appropriate recognised accountancy qualification, with substantial practical experience of accountancy and financial management systems, ideally in the charity or non-profit sector.
D
A good understanding of Charity SORP and limited company accounting principles; experience of charity commission financial and organisational governance and a sound knowledge of company and charity secretarial requirements.
D
To apply: please email CV with comprehensive covering letter explaining how you match the Person Spec. to j.kissack@nomadsheffield.co.uk. Please call 01143210262 with any questions or for an informal conversation about the role with Steve Rundell.
Application Deadline: Saturday 1st February 2025
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