The Finance and Governance Officer will provide day-to-day financial and governance support to ensure Sector 3 operates efficiently, maintains strong financial controls and fulfils its governance responsibilities.
The role will be responsible for coordinating routine financial processes, including invoicing, expenses, reconciliations and budget monitoring, whilst supporting the organisation’s governance arrangements through effective administration of board and committee meetings, policy maintenance and compliance processes.
Working closely with the Grant Design and Delivery Lead and specialist external HR and Accounts services, the postholder will help ensure that Sector 3’s financial systems, governance arrangements and organisational records remain accurate, up to date and fit for purpose.
Person Specification
- Experience of financial administration, bookkeeping or finance support responsibilities.
- Experience of using financial management systems such as Xero or similar software.
- Experience of processing invoices, expenses and financial records.
- Experience of maintaining accurate records and administrative systems.
- Experience of coordinating meetings, governance processes or committee administration.
- Understanding of basic financial controls and financial accountability.
- Basic understanding of governance and compliance responsibilities within a charity, voluntary organisation or similar setting.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately. stakeholders.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and cloud-based systems.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues, trustees and external
- Experience working within a charity, voluntary, community or social enterprise organisation.
- Experience supporting boards, trustees or governance committees.
- Knowledge of Charity Commission requirements and governance good practice.
- Understanding of grant administration and funder compliance requirements.
- Experience supporting audits or financial reporting processes.
Key information
- Employer: Sector 3
- Locations: Hybrid, Stockport
- Role Type: Fixed term
- Salary: Full time equivilant salary is £28,860
- Working Hours: Part-Time
To apply for this role:
Please send a copy of your CV along with a personal statement evidencing your experience in relation to the role responsibilities and personal specification to: info@sector3sk.org
More about this role
- Closing Date: Sunday 5th July 2026 at 12:00pm
- Closing Time: Midnight
- Anticipated Interviews Week Commencing: Monday, July 13, 2026 – 12:00
- Contact Information: info@sector3sk.org
- Employee Benefits: Holidays: 25 per year pro rata for this role + 1 volunteer day per yearHealthcare: Access to SimplyhealthDiscounts: Access to Charity Worker Discounts
- Working Pattern Details: Hybrid working between Stockport and home
- Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes
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