Finance Manager

Prospectus is very proud to be working with Cumbria CVS, a well-established charity supporting third sector organisations across Cumbria.  Cumbria CVS provide advice, training and support services to increase the capacity of the sector and bring organisations together to form a powerful voice.  Delivering projects to meet identified gaps in provision, in partnership with others, their Mission is to increase Impact, Influence and Investment in and from Cumbria CVS and the Third Sector.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join this award-winning charity as a Finance Manager – leading a team at the very heart of the organisation, to improve the lives of people across the county.  You will ensure sound financial management for Cumbria CVS with specialist skills in accountancy, financial planning and reporting.  As a flexible, part-time role with hybrid working options, we believe this may be attractive to those developing a portfolio career, as well as those who simply prefer to work part time hours.

Building on successful growth over the last five years, you will lead the finance team to help ensure financial sustainability long into the future, ensuring the teams are effectively and efficiently resourced and supported across  various sites and operations.  This role combines work at a strategic level with the leadership team, working closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees alongside practical hands-on support.

We are looking for candidates who are CIMA/ACCA qualified/part-qualified or those who are qualified by experience.  You will have a good understanding of financial and accounting systems and processes and thrive in providing sound financial analysis and reporting. You will be highly numerate and computer literate, comfortable communicating to stakeholders on financial matters and capable of using accountancy software (Xero experience would be useful).  You will help develop the organisation’s financial skills and financial sustainability in line with the organisation’s strategy.

Cumbria CVS want to reflect the diversity of Cumbria in it’s organisation and become more relevant to and reflective of the people, communities and places they serve. 

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy, maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustments to any part of the process then please contact Catherine Bunting at Prospectus.
  
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply with a cover letter. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.