Finance Manager

Reed Finance are working exclusively with a £22m charity in West Yorkshire in the search for a Senior Financial Accountant/Finance Manager. This is a pivotal senior role within the organisation. You will lead on financial accounting, regulatory reporting, systems implementation, and data-driven performance analysis.  You will provide leadership across the finance function, support strategic decision-making, and ensure robust financial control, reporting, and forecasting. You will be a key business partner to senior management, a mentor to the finance team, and act as a critical support and deputy to the Director of Finance. 

Hybrid working of three days in the office and two days home. 

Key Responsibilities 

Financial Accounting & Reporting •    Lead on the preparation of the charity’s statutory accounts and ensure compliance with relevant UK charity and accounting standards (SORP). •    Manage and improve month-end, year-end processes and audit preparation. •    Oversee tax matters and finding ways to make tax efficiencies.•    Produce accurate, timely and insightful financial reports for senior leadership and Trustees, working closely with the management accountant. •    Produce monthly cash flow reports, forecasting the cash position, and highlighting any potential risks or opportunities. 

Budgeting & Forecasting •    Support the development and monitoring of annual budgets and rolling forecasts. •    Provide variance analysis and narrative reporting for departmental heads. •    Identify financial risks and opportunities and make recommendations for corrective action. •    Global Consolidation & International Oversight •    Lead efforts to consolidate group accounts, including working with our international offices to harmonise financial reporting. •    Align reporting frameworks and ensure transparency and compliance across global operations. 

Systems & Process Implementation •    Lead on the implementation and onboarding of new accounting and ERP systems (seeking transition from current software Access to Xero, SAGE or similar). •    Streamline finance processes through automation and system integration with Salesforce. •    Work with the Procurement Officer to centralise and manage contract and supplier databases. 

Data Analytics & Business Partnering •    Build financial models and dashboards to support business decisions using Excel and (preferably) Power BI. •    Partner with operational teams to deliver insightful analysis that drives efficiency and impact. •    Enhance the monthly Management Information reporting pack with data-led insights. •    Provide useful insights and analysis on the monthly management accounts, highlighting key trends, variances, and performance indicators to support informed decision making. 

You will be able to demonstrate•    Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). •    Proven experience in financial accounting, statutory accounts preparation, and audit coordination. •    Strong budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering background. •    Advanced Excel skills and ability to manipulate large datasets. •    Experience producing financial insights through dashboards and reporting tools (Power BI desirable). •    Demonstrated leadership and people management experience. •    Experience with financial systems implementation and process improvement. •    Strong understanding of charity finance, SORP, and regulatory compliance.