Charity Finance Manager

Charity Finance Manager
Salary: £16,000 to £18,000 per annum (FTE £40,000 - £45,000)
Hours: 15 hours per week, across 2 or 3 days
Location: One In A Million offices at Bradford City AFC, Manningham, Bradford
Start Date: October 2026 (or sooner)
Closing Date: 19th August 2026
One In A Million Charity, Bradford
‘Passionate about investing in children and young people.
We are a values-led charity with children and young people at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for an experienced Charity Finance Manager to oversee our financial operations and support the continued development of our organisation.
Reporting directly to the CEO and overseeing the Finance Assistant, you will provide effective financial leadership, governance and insight, ensuring our finances are well managed and key stakeholders receive accurate and timely financial information.
This is a rewarding part-time opportunity to use your expertise to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.
One In A Million’s Vision, Mission & Values
Our aim is to make a positive difference to disadvantaged young people’s lives, helping to build self-esteem, respect, aspiration and resilience. We place children and young people at the heart of everything we do, enhancing their life chances through Sports, the Arts and Enterprise programmes.
Our core values of compassion, honesty, integrity and excellence shape everything we do.
Role Summary
As Charity Finance Manager, you will oversee the strategic planning, management and monitoring of the Charity’s finances, ensuring strong financial governance, controls and reporting. You will also provide oversight across insurance, risk management, Health and Safety and GDPR.
Key Responsibilities
Overall Financial Responsibilities
* Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the Charity.
* Lead financial planning and monitoring, reporting directly to the CEO.
* Develop and maintain effective financial policies, procedures and controls.
Oversee and support the Finance Assistant.
* Manage relationships with auditors, bankers, payroll providers and insurers.
* Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved financial efficiency.
* Provide financial advice and support to the CEO and wider leadership team.
Management Accounts
* Prepare monthly accrual-based management accounts and departmental reports.
* Monitor budgets and identify and report on variances.
* Provide financial reports and updates to the CEO and Board of Trustees.
* Complete quarterly reforecasting exercises alongside the CEO and senior leaders.
Statutory Accounts
* Ensure financial and regulatory requirements are met, including relevant Companies House, Charity Commission and HMRC submissions.
* Manage audit compliance and the year-end audit process.
* Prepare year-end accounts and supporting financial information.
* Ensure financial reporting complies with relevant charity regulations, including Charity SORP.
* Provide financial advice and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees.
Budgeting
* Prepare the annual budget with the CEO for approval by the Board of Trustees.
* Support the development of 1-to-3-year financial plans.
* Contribute to financial and funding strategies across restricted and unrestricted income.
Funding
* Provide accurate financial information to support funding applications and funder reporting.
* Manage and forecast restricted and unrestricted funding reserves.
* Work collaboratively with the CEO and wider team to support effective financial planning and funding strategies.
Contractual Management
* Provide financial oversight and recommendations relating to contracts, employment contracts and Service Level Agreements.
* Oversee and, where appropriate, authorise the purchase of goods and supplies.
* Support the financial oversight of future asset development.
Insurance and Risk Management
* Ensure appropriate insurance arrangements are maintained and meet the Charity's requirements.
* Provide oversight of the Charity's risk management processes.
Payroll
* Prepare payroll information for the external payroll provider and ensure accurate staff payments.
* Liaise with the payroll provider regarding HMRC and pension administration.
* Be able to process payroll internally should this function be brought in-house.
About you
We are looking for an experienced finance professional who combines strong technical financial knowledge with excellent communication and organisational skills.
You will ideally have:
- A relevant accountancy qualification or be part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or AAT).
- A minimum of 3-5 years' financial management experience.
- A proven track record in a Finance Manager or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of financial and accounting procedures.
- Experience preparing monthly management accounts and year-end accounts for audit.
- Experience of financial planning, budgeting and implementing effective financial systems.
- Experience of managing payroll.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365 and Excel.
- The ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
- Experience within the charity or third sector, knowledge of Charity SORP, Gift Aid and cloud-based accounting software such as Xero would be advantageous.
Above all, you will share our commitment to compassion, honesty, integrity and excellence and be passionate about supporting an organisation that makes a positive difference to children and young people.
Safeguarding: One In A Million is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. We are committed to Equal Opportunities.
Apply now: Please submit your completed application and an up-to-date CV.
Closing date: Wednesday 19th August 2026 at midday.
Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early or appoint before the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is found.
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