Finance Manager

SWEDA

Finance Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Finance Manager to join our dynamic team.

As Finance Manager, you will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, playing a crucial role in overseeing the financial operations of our organisation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations. You will be responsible for developing financial strategies, managing budgets, and providing insightful financial analysis to support decision-making processes.

We are looking for a candidate who has the necessary skills and experience to fulfil the following role:

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management:

• Develop and implement sound financial policies and procedures
• Prepare and analyse financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Monitor financial performance against budget and identify areas for improvement
• Manage the charity’s banking and investment activities
• Prepare and present quarterly management accounts to trustees
• Support the treasurer at board meetings

Bookkeeping:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including accounts payable and receivable
• Process invoices, payments, and receipts
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Develop annual budgets and forecasts
• Monitor budget performance and adjust as needed
• Prepare financial projections for future planning

Payroll:

• Collect and verify expenses, timesheets and payroll data
• Calculate wages and deductions
• Process payroll transactions accurately and on time
• Manage electronic timekeeping systems
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll regulations and HMRC requirements
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports for management
• Address and resolve payroll-related issues and discrepancies
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation
• Assist with year-end reporting and tax filings, including P60s and P11Ds.

COMPLIANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and charity law
• Identify and mitigate financial risks
• Maintain adequate internal controls and safeguards

FUNDRAISING & GRANTS:

• Prepare budgets for fundraising activities and contracts
• Work closely with the fundraising team to track income and expenses related to grants and donations
• Prepare financial reports for grant applications and donor reporting

For more information, please download the recruitment pack.

If you’re interested in the role, please send your CV, together with a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) that explains how your skills, experience and knowledge align with the person specification and make you the right person for this role by an email via the button below.

If you would like an informal chat about this role before putting in your application, please contact by an email.