Interim Senior Finance & Operations Manager (Charity)

A senior finance leader to join a north west based charitable organisation at a pivotal time of growth and transformation. This is a high-impact role combining strategic finance leadership, operational oversight, and income sustainability within a values driven charity environment.

Client Details

Reporting to Directors and working closely with Trustees, you will play a critical role in ensuring long term financial sustainability, driving robust governance, and supporting the delivery of services to the community.

Responsibilities

Duties and tasks for the Senior Finance & Operations Manager:

• Lead the development of long term financial strategy, including 3-5 year financial planning and scenario modelling
• Provide financial advice to the Executive Team, Board of Trustees, and Committees delivering financial insights for decision making and growth
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and production monthly management accounts
• Manage cashflow, reserves, and investment performance
• Ensure compliance with charity SORP, statutory reporting, and regulatory requirements
• Lead on audits and maintain strong relationships with external auditors and regulators
• Act as a key advisor on financial governance and risk management
• Ensure compliance with charity law, Companies House, HMRC, and other regulatory bodies
• Work closely with fundraising and commercial teams to maximise income streams
• Provide financial modelling and analysis to support fundraising campaigns, grant applications, and income diversification
• Oversee financial performance across large and complex income generating portfolios, including trading activity and partnership initiatives
• Support the development of business cases for new services and investments

Qualifications

Experience required for the successful Senior Finance & Operations Manager:

• Part Qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Senior finance leadership experience within charity, healthcare, or not for profit sectors
• Demonstrable experience managing large budgets, complex portfolios and income streams
• Strong understanding of financial governance, compliance, and risk management in a regulated environment
• Experience supporting or leading fundraising finance or income generation strategies
• Proven ability to influence at Board level and communicate complex financial information clearly
• A track record of driving organisational improvement and change

Job Offer

What on offer:

• Project work, transformation and a role with meaningful impact
• Opportunity to shape the future of a mission-driven organisation
• Work closely with senior leaders and Trustees to influence strategy
• Lead innovation in financial sustainability and income growth
• Be part of an organisation committed to delivering meaningful community impact

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