Finance Manager Accounting

Finance Manager - Accounting

Role: Finance Manager (Accounting)

Employment Type: Full time (will consider compressed hours etc.)

Location: Hybrid/London (travel to London on an approximately monthly basis and for some team meetings)

Salary: £52,000 - £57,000 (excellent benefits, inc. 27 days holiday, 2:1 pension - up to 12% employer contribution and more)

Closing: 5:00pm, 22nd Apr 2025

Did you know that there are at least 20.3m people in the UK in vulnerable financial circumstances, who are poorly served or unfairly excluded from mainstream financial services? That's nearly a third of all adults in the UK.

We are Fair4All Finance. We are a not-for-profit organisation working with Financial Services providers to improve the financial wellbeing of people in vulnerable circumstances by increasing access to fair, affordable and appropriate financial products and services.

We are continuing our work following our latest round of funding, and as a result we are now seeking a Finance Manager (Accounting) to ensure our financial operations are as impactful and efficient as our mission.

The Finance Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity of financial and management accounting, treasury management, and process and systems optimisation. As our Finance Manager, you will oversee financial and management reporting, maintain robust internal controls, and drive operational efficiencies to support the organisation's mission. Specialising in Accounting, you'll manage the integrity of our general ledger, oversee accounts payable/receivable functions, and design efficient processes to support financial transparency and operational excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-led environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead external audits and ensure compliance with relevant UK accounting standards (e.g., FRS102 or IFRS), regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
2. Manage core financial operations, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, and payroll accuracy.
3. Develop and strengthen financial controls and risk management processes to maintain reporting integrity and mitigate financial risks.
4. Deliver timely and transparent financial reporting, including management accounts and reports for senior leadership, governance bodies, and external stakeholders.
5. Oversee treasury and cash flow management, including forecasting, reserve optimisation, and banking relationships.
6. Support and mentor junior finance staff, while also collaborating with non-finance teams to build financial literacy and ensure process adherence.
7. Drive process improvement and efficiency, while acting as a trusted advisor across the organisation and contributing to strategic financial planning and decision-making.

Essential experience:

1. Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong technical accounting expertise.
2. Proven experience in financial management, audit, and compliance.
3. Proficiency in optimising AP/AR and ledger workflows.
4. Strong analytical skills with a meticulous approach to detail and accuracy.
5. Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with experience working collaboratively with non-finance stakeholders.
6. Ability to work independently in a small, agile organisation.

Desirable experience:

1. Experience working in a small business, not-for-profit, charity, NGO, public sector, or finance organisation.

Personal Characteristics

1. Thrives in a dynamic, resource-constrained environment, effectively juggling varied tasks and responsibilities.
2. Takes initiative to optimise processes and improve outcomes, demonstrating a solutions-focused mindset.
3. Builds strong relationships across departments, promoting teamwork and shared goals.
4. Exceptional ability to explain complex financial concepts in an understandable manner for non-finance colleagues.
5. Dedicated to the values and mission of the not-for-profit sector, with a genuine desire to create positive impact.

Who are Fair4All Finance

We are a not-for-profit organisation working with Financial Services providers to improve the financial wellbeing of people in vulnerable circumstances by increasing access to fair, affordable and appropriate financial products and services.

Founded in 2019, we are funded from the Dormant Assets Scheme. The scheme is led by the financial industry and backed by the UK government. This makes it possible for money in dormant bank and building society accounts to be used to help good causes.

Our vision is of a society where the long-term financial wellbeing of all people is supported by a fair and accessible financial sector.

Our Benefits include:

1. Pension (2:1), group life assurance, critical illness, and income protection, family leave.
2. 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, agile working, health cash plan, health & wellbeing resource hub (including an Employee Assistance Programme).
3. Individual discretionary Training budget.
4. Book Club - mission aligned, up to 4 per year.

Fair4All Finance is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value different perspectives, experiences, and expertise, encouraging everyone to grow and contribute fully. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including age, gender identity, disability, marital status, race, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and socioeconomic status.

We ensure fair and equitable treatment for all team members and applicants and actively recruit from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to making reasonable adjustments to support candidates and promote flexible working for a healthy work-life balance.

To apply, submit your application via Applied by close of business Tuesday 22nd April. Interviews will be held throughout April & May.

Please note that your application will be reviewed through a blind, unbiased process, so be sure to provide clear, specific examples in your responses.