Your new company
A respected not-for-profit organisation based in Devon is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join their central support team. With a strong commitment to empowering individuals and making a meaningful impact in the community, this organisation offers a values-driven environment focused on kindness, respect, and positive outcomes.
Your new role
As the Finance Manager, you''ll play a pivotal role in overseeing financial management and operational support across the organisation. This hybrid role blends strategic financial oversight with hands-on operational leadership, ensuring resources are effectively managed to support the organisation''s mission.Key responsibilities include:

• Leading budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial compliance.
• Managing ledgers, reconciliations, cash flow, and procurement processes.
• Acting as the main point of contact for funding compliance and reporting.
• Producing monthly management accounts and advising senior leadership.
• Overseeing year-end accounts and liaising with external auditors.
• Ensuring governance and compliance through policy reviews and record management.
• Managing IT infrastructure and security in partnership with external providers.
• Acting as Data Controller and overseeing data protection compliance.
• Leading on Health & Safety policy implementation and workplace safety.
• Supporting the development of internal policies aligned with best practice.
• You''ll also lead a small team and work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery.

What you''ll need to succeed
To thrive in this role, you''ll need to be:

• ACCA/CIMA/ACA part-qualified (fully qualified is a bonus).
• Experienced in financial management and reporting.
• A confident leader with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Skilled at communicating complex financial information clearly.
• Familiar with operational areas such as IT, Health & Safety, or facilities.
• Knowledgeable in governance frameworks and risk management.
• A passion for supporting people and contributing to a meaningful cause is essential.

What you''ll get in return

• 33 days of annual leave from the start
• Real Living Wage employer
• Fully funded DBS check and update service
• Access to an employee assistance programme
• A supportive and inclusive working environment committed to diversity and safeguarding

What you need to do now
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