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Finance Manager

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The Guardian logoThe Guardian · Bradford
Up to £43K/yrFull-timeOn-site1mo ago30+ days old, may be filled
BudgetingComplianceExcelForecastingPayroll
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Responsibilities

  • Leading day to day financial operations, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
  • Producing monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts and presenting at Board meetings
  • Managing project and grant budgets and reporting to funders
  • Preparing payroll information and ensuring robust, compliant financial systems
  • Supporting fundraising and retail teams with essential financial insight
  • Overseeing audit/independent examination processes
  • Ensuring compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House and HMRC requirements
  • Using Xero, DEXT, Excel and other Microsoft tools to keep everything running smoothly
  • About You

Requirements

  • A qualified accountant or QBE with strong financial management experience
  • Ideally, experience in the charity or non profit sector
  • Confident with charity finance regulations and reporting
  • Skilled in accounting software and Excel
  • Highly organised, analytical and a great communicator
  • A team player who can also work independently
  • Someone who shares our values and passion for supporting people affected by cancer
  • If you're ready to bring your expertise to a charity that truly changes lives and want a role where your work has purpose every single day, we'd love to hear from you.
  • Come and be part of something meaningful!
  • About the Organisation
  • Other roles you may have experience of could include; Corporate Partnerships Manager, Fundraising Officer, Business Development Executive, Charity Fundraiser, Relationship Manager, Sponsorship Manager
  • How to Apply
  • Please send a CV and covering statement outlining why you are the right person for this role.
  • Safeguarding Statement
  • This charity is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals who participate in its programmes and of all staff and volunteers. Successful candidates will be required to carry out a disclosure and barring check.
  • Equal Opportunities and Diversity Statement
  • The organisation is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
  • Data Protection Statement
  • For information about how your data is used as part of the recruitment process, please contact us.
  • Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.

Additional Information

Finance Manager Join the team as the new Finance Manager! Are you a numbers loving problem solver with a passion for making a real difference? We are looking for an enthusiastic Finance Manager to join a warm, dedicated team to help continue delivering life changing support to people affected by cancer across the region. This is your chance to bring your financial expertise into a charity that genuinely values your skills, your ideas, and your commitment to good governance. You'll work closely with the CEO, trustees, fundraisers and shop team, becoming a key player in shaping future growth. Position: Finance Manager Location: Bradford/Hybrid (office attendance at least once a week on a Tue or Wed) Salary: £21.55 per hour + 3% pension contribution (FTE £42,501.16) Hours: Part-time, 15 per week (2 days) Contract: Permanent Close date: 18th May 2026


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