Finance Manager
- Recruiter
- Age UK Sunderland
- Location
- Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
- Salary
- £37,000 for at least a 6 months minimum contract
- Posted
- 12 Sep 2016
- Closes
- 10 Oct 2016
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
We are looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic, well organised individual to lead an effective finance function for the organisation and provide sound accurate advice to the Trustees and the Director.
Possessing a recognised accountancy qualification, the post holder will be an effective member of the senior management team, ensuring the effective delivery of all financial and trading functions whilst also managing and developing the finance and trading staff.
This post is subject to DBS Enhanced Disclosure.
CVs are not accepted
To request an application pack you can email enquiries@ageuksunderland.org.uk or download one directly from our website www.ageuksunderland.org.uk. Alternatively send a large SAE for 93p to Age UK Sunderland, Bradbury Centre, Stockton Rd, Sunderland. SR2 7AQ. Tel: 0191 514 1131.
Closing date: Monday 17th October 2016
The post holder will be expected to:
- Lead an effective finance function for the organisation.
- To provide sound and accurate financial advice to Trustees and the Director.
- To ensure that the organisation has safe and robust financial systems & controls that follow good accounting practice and that comply with any required statutory framework.
- To oversee and operate the computerised accounting system, and to be responsible for its ongoing maintenance and fitness for purpose.
- To be responsible for the effective delivery of all financial and trading functions within the organisation and ensure that accounts are accurate, monitored and up-to-date.
- To produce accurate and timely financial reports as required by the Trustees, Director and Managers.
- To effectively manage the finance and trading staff and support/supervise their professional development
- To plan and review the work of the finance office and front office regularly to ensure continuous improvements are implemented where appropriate.
- To be an effective member of the Senior Management Team and support colleagues in the strategic planning and operational management of the organisation.
- To keep up-to-date with all financial, legal and statutory requirements and ensure the organisation meets its obligations.
- To provide financial advice and support to the Director and Senior Managers in preparing bids for new business.
- To prepare the annual statutory accounts and to ensure all necessary financial returns are made on time to the Charity Commission, Companies House and HMRC.
- To abide by and implement all policies and procedures of Age UK Sunderland including being aware of and responsible corporately and as an individual for health and safety policy
- To liaise with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of the organisation’s finances is maintained
The successful candidate will:
Possess a recognised professional accountancy qualification.
Have proven administrative, leadership and management ability at a senior level in the areas of strategic planning and organisational development.
Be able to devise and implement strategic development and resource plans, particularly in the areas of service development, staff development and the management of change.
Be able to work on own initiative, prioritise work, handle pressure and take day to day decisions.
Be able to develop, monitor and maintain management information systems and procedures.
Have experience of financial responsibility for a budget, including experience of SORP accounting guidelines, end of year accounts and external liaison with auditors.
Be able to communicate effectively in person, in writing and over the telephone with individuals and with a wide variety of organisations and audiences and to research, analyse and interpret complex information and produce clear verbal and written reports.
Be able to lead and to contribute to the team.
Have an understanding of equality and diversity best practice and legislative requirements in relation to service delivery and business development.