Finance Manager

Tide Recruitment; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job description

Finance Manager - Charity
Coventry (Hybrid Working Available)
Full-Time, Permanent
£34,000 – £38,000 per annum

Overview
Tide Partnership is proud to be partnering with a well-established and impactful charity to support their continued growth by recruiting a Finance Manager. This newly created role will play a key part in strengthening the finance and compliance functions, providing essential support to the Director of Finance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to make a meaningful contribution within a values-led, purpose-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities

As the Finance Manager, you will lead on a broad range of finance and compliance tasks to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the charity’s financial operations. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring robust financial planning and reporting.

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

1. Partnering with internal stakeholders to deliver accurate, timely financial insights that support organisational performance.
2. Leading on monthly financial processes including journal postings, purchase and sales ledgers, and balance sheet reconciliations.
3. Preparing monthly management accounts packs including P&L, cash flow, and variance analysis.
4. Supporting budget holders with annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organisational timelines.
5. Managing key financial operations including payroll, Gift Aid, VAT, donations, memberships, and other income/expenditure.
6. Maintaining and building external relationships with auditors, banks, pension providers, and payroll and insurance partners.
7. Assisting in managing the charity’s risk register and supporting governance and internal compliance processes.
8. Supporting organisational compliance in areas such as data protection, health and safety, and charity regulation.

What We're Looking For

1. Part-qualified accountant or working towards a relevant finance qualification (or qualified by experience).
2. Proven experience in financial management, ideally within a charity or non-profit setting.
3. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly and confidently.
4. Experience managing or supporting compliance and risk management processes.
5. Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
6. A proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative approach.

Why Apply?

1. A newly created role offering genuine scope for impact and progression.
2. Work within a passionate, purpose-led organisation committed to sustainability and community.
3. Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
4. Excellent benefits package including generous holiday entitlement, employer pension contributions, wellbeing support, and more.

If you're a finance professional with a passion for purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

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