Lead the finance function for a small but high-impact charity making a real difference in young people’s lives. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide a small finance team, shape systems and processes and work closely with the CEO and trustees to ensure financial stability and growth. As Finance Manager, you’ll enjoy flexible, part-time hours, predominantly remote working and the satisfaction of seeing your work directly benefit the community. The role is offered on a 6-month fixed-term contract basis, with the possibility of extension.Why you’ll love this role

Influence finance strategy for a values-driven, community-focused organisation
Flexible hours (15–22.5 p/w) and hybrid working – just 1 day per month in the office
Supportive, friendly team with a sense of humour and a passion for making a difference
Great benefits, from healthcare cash plans to ferry discounts and festival tickets

Reporting to the CEO, you will be responsible for:

Leading and developing a small finance team
Identifying and implementing process and system improvements, developing financial policies and procedures
Overseeing year-end processes, ensuring statutory and legal compliance
Managing budgets, forecasts and financial controls
Presenting monthly management accounts to board and trustee meetings
Preparing and presenting financial reports to funders in clear, accessible ways
Liaising with the external payroll provider and ensuring compliance checks are completed
Playing a key role in the senior leadership team

What you will need:

Previous experience in a similar role, such as Head of Finance / Finance Manager / Senior Management Accountant / Commercial Accountant / Financial Controller
To be skilled at explaining financial information to non-finance audiences
Strong commercial awareness with empathy and emotional intelligence
To be comfortable working independently and flexibly
Experience in the charity sector is ideal, but not essential

What you will get:

Remote working – 1 day per month in Isle of Wight office (can do more if desired)
Flexible, part-time hours 15-22.5 per week
£48,000 - £52,000 per annum pro rata
Healthcare cash plan
Wightlink ferry discount
Employee assistance programme
Death in service cover
Discounted gym membership
Free and discounted tickets for concerts and festivals

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Head of Finance