Finance Manager (Senior Role) - Mid-Kent Charity
Location: Mid-Kent
Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE
Contract Type: Long-term contract

About the Opportunity:This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished finance professional to take on a senior role within an established charity making a significant impact in the Kent community. If you are looking for a position where you can provide strategic leadership and support sustainable growth, this role is for you.

Your New Role: * Strategic Leadership: Guide the financial strategy and manage the charity’s finances, ensuring efficient and timely execution of all financial tasks.
* Financial Oversight: Handle payroll preparation and processing, manage salary payments and pensions, oversee accounts payable and receivable, maintain ledgers, and more.
* Strategic Support: Provide expert financial advice, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling to governing and executive bodies.
* Project Support: Assist project leaders with service pricing and engagement with public sector bodies.
* Sustainable Growth: Develop strategies for social investment and maximise financial opportunities.
* Policy Development: Enhance financial policies and procedures to boost social impact and ensure robust financial controls.
* Team Building: Line-manage and develop a small but dedicated finance team.
* Financial Management: Oversee cash flow, profitability, core accounting functions, and preparation of statutory accounts.
* Compliance: Stay updated with legal and regulatory developments, optimising government provisions for the charity’s benefit.
About You: * Proven experience as a financial leader and/or management accountant, preferably within the education, charity, or non-profit sectors.
* Qualified by Experience or Part/Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, or ACCA).
* Strong bookkeeping and core accounting skills, including statutory accounts preparation and payroll.
* Passionate about social change and committed to the charity’s vision and values.
* Flexible, reliable, and self-motivated team player with the initiative to identify and complete tasks.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
* Proficient with internet and cloud-based accounting software like Xero, Syft, and Google Sheets.
What We Offer: * Competitive salary up to £55,000 DOE.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* 5% company pension contribution.
* Hybrid working options.
* A range of company benefits.
This position provides a unique chance to contribute to a meaningful cause while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and cover letter.

Job Reference: #10074

Goldhawk Associates is an equal opportunity recruitment agency and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications currently being received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.