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Finance Manager


Company : Midas Specialist Recruitment


Location : Preston, England


Created : 2025-04-15


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title: Part-time Not-for-profit/Charity Finance Manager Location: Preston, Lancashire (2 days per week in Preston - rest option to work from home) Salary: 45,000 (full-time equivalent) pro-rata 22.5k for part-time role Benefits: Company Car/Car Allowance Negotiable, flexible working and a supportive work environment/Company pension/Free parking/Health & wellbeing programme/Life insurance/Private medical insurance/Sick pay/Work from home 3 out of 5 days The role: Are you a hands-on Not-for-profit/Charity Accountant seeking a part time opportunity? Do you have a passion for making a real difference in your community? Do you have experience in managing charity finances and want to be part of a meaningful, forward-thinking team? We are a recruiting for a successful local charity with a long-standing presence in the North West of England, committed to supporting a range of causes that make a tangible difference to individuals and families in our community. Our work focuses on youth development, elderly care, education and training, health support services, mental health, carers support services and child and family support. They are proud to work alongside local partners to provide resources, services and opportunities for people across the region. We are looking for a (qualified or QBE) Accountant to take on a hands-on role, supporting three key local charities in their network. This exciting part-time opportunity will allow you to directly influence the financial health and sustainability of these important causes. As the Part-time Accountant you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the three charities, ensuring they are financially stable, compliant and able to deliver on their mission. Your role will include: Maintaining financial records and ensuring they are up-to-date and accurate Preparing monthly management accounts and financial statements Managing budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Liaising with auditors and overseeing year-end audits Ensuring compliance with charity laws and regulations Working closely with charity leaders to provide financial insights and advice Streamlining processes to maximise financial efficiency and impact Review of systems and processes and implementing efficiencies Conducting due diligence to ensure the absence of fraudulent activities Interacting with stakeholders providing 1:1 support Visiting sites and fostering strong relationships with colleagues What we are looking for in the successful candidate: Living within 30 miles commutable distance to Preston, Lancashire Happy to work 2 days per week in the office Proven experience in financial management within the Not-for-profit/Charity sector Strong understanding of charity financial regulations and best practices A proactive, hands-on approach to financial management Ability to collaborate effectively with different stakeholders Strong communication and organisational skills Clean driving licence and happy to travel from time to time across the North West and Lake District Why Join Us? This is a part-time role offering a competitive salary (pro-rata for part-time) and a great benefits package, including the potential for a company car. You will be working with a passionate and dedicated team, with the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on the local community. If you're a senior finance professional qualified or QBE and looking for a part-time role up to 21.5 hours per week where your finance expertise can directly contribute to positive change, wed love to hear from you! Schedule: Monday to Friday - full days or half days Work Location: In person 2 days and hybrid 3 days Hours: 18.5 - 21.5 hours per week TPBN1_UKTJ