Finance Manager – Manchester | Not-for-Profit | Up to £55K + Excellent Benefits
We’re delighted to be working with a values-driven Not-for-Profit organisation in Manchester to recruit an experienced Finance Manager. Offering a salary of up to £55,000, this role comes with a fantastic benefits package including a strong pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, and family-friendly flexibility with hybrid working options.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you’ll lead a small finance team and play a key role in providing accurate financial and management information to support the organisation’s strategic and operational goals.
Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the production of monthly management accounts and business partnering packs
- Delivering variance analysis, cashflows and robust forecasting
- Leading annual budget production and supporting budget holders with training and guidance
- Reviewing payroll costs and preparing reports
- Identifying opportunities for income generation and spotting financial trends
- Driving process improvements and automation within finance systems
- Leading and developing the finance team, fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking culture
The Person
- A fully qualified accountant (CCAB) with relevant experience
- Strong track record of leadership and team development
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels
- Proven experience across management accounts, budgets, and reporting cycles
- Solid knowledge of relevant legislation and accounting principles
- Strong analytical thinker, able to balance strategic insight with hands-on delivery
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
The Package
- Salary up to £55,000
- Excellent pension scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Hybrid working and flexible, family-friendly patterns
- Supportive, values-led working environment