Finance Manager
JOB_53677234759569Job type
PermanentLocation
PrestonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SupportIndustry
Charities & Not For ProfitPay
46,714 per annum plus excellent benefits
Finance Manager – Preston - Salary £46,714 per annum, plus an excellent benefits package
Are you seeking a finance role where your expertise can truly make a difference?
We are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly respected charitable organisation based in the Preston area to recruit a permanent Finance Manager.
This is a key role within the organisation, with responsibility for overseeing the charity’s day-to-day financial position and promotions whilst supporting its mission through strong financial stewardship.
This is a key role within the organisation, with responsibility for overseeing the charity’s day-to-day financial position and promotions whilst supporting its mission through strong financial stewardship.
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will lead and develop the finance and promotions team, ensuring the delivery of robust financial reporting and clear, timely communication around budgeting and financial performance. You will play a pivotal role in the preparation of high-quality management information, presenting insightful management information to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders across the charity and its subsidiaries.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to combine technical expertise with purpose, influence, and leadership within a values-led organisation.
Typical duties include:
- Preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts, including presentation to departmental managers
- Leading the finance team to deliver a professional finance service
- Business partner with managers, providing expert, professional advice and coaching on departmental accounts and financial matters
- Checking prepared monthly payroll submissions
- Processing VAT submission for subsidiary companies
- Developing annual budget and periodic forecasts
- Support / Lead on financial and commercial aspects of projects throughout the business
- Cashflow forecasting and analysis
- Daily bank reconciliations
- Ad hoc reporting requirements from the Finance Director
We are looking for a technical Finance Manager who is forward-thinking, with a commercial mindset and good business partnering skills to be able to communicate with non-financial team members. This role will suit a Finance Manager that truly wants to make a difference within a purposeful and values-led organisation.
What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified to AAT level 4 min
- Experience with transactional finance, month-end processes, budgeting and financial controls
- Commercial acumen
- Excellent communicator & good presentation skills
- Strong business partnering and influencing skills
- Previous line management experience
What you'll get in return
- Salary £46,714 per annum
- Full-time permanent role Monday to Friday 37.5 hours, flexibility with start and finish times
- 36 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) and an additional day off for your birthday
- Employee Assistance programme
- Competitive Pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Training and development opportunities
- Free onsite parking
- Cycle to work scheme
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Finance ManagerJOB_536772347595692026-01-162026-04-16
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