Finance Manager

We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our team. This role is to support the Head of Finance in all aspects of financial management of YMCA North Tyneside and the subsidiary Patterdale Hall Estates Ltd (PHEL), including invoicing, payroll, Gift Aid, Housing Benefit, bookkeeping, reconciliations and financial reporting.

About you:

The right candidate will be self-motivated, organised, accurate and methodical in their approach, with experience and an excellent working knowledge of Xero or similar accounting software. You will also support the Company with financial policy, procedure and process compliance.

To be successful, it is essential that you have experience as a qualified accountant. Ideally you will have experience with business improvement projects and will have worked within a similar organisation or charity, however neither are essential. You will have experience working in a high volume transaction environment and be an excellent communicator both verbally and writing. You will need the ability to work accurately under pressure and meet strict deadlines, along with being familiar with accounting terminology, procedures and processes. Experience supervising and developing junior team members is also desirable.

Additionally, if you have experience with rent and residential property accounting, we want to hear from you.

Job Description:

•       Responsible for the preparation of the monthly management accounts
•       Manage the preparation of the statutory accounts
•       Overseeing the preparation of VAT returns
•       Maintain the fixed asset register
•       Ensure the prompt and accurate reconciliation of key control accounts and inter-  company accounts
•       Assist in the development and implementation of finance and operational policies that reflect our organisational values and comply with legal and statutory requirements.
•       Assist with the monthly payroll process, liaising with HR and other departments as needed
•       Assist with ad-hoc reporting and other projects as needed
•       People manage the Finance team
•       Manage the preparation of annual budgets
•       Cash flow analysis

In addition to joining a great team, you will receive: enhanced holiday, your birthday off, access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 GP Helpline, discount at our Café and Nursery, a free YMCA gym membership for you and a loved one and training opportunities on various topics.

About us:

Our mission is to create a community where everyone is healthy, happy and connected. We seek to champion those that have no voice and support those that need it most. Employing over 100 members of staff across various locations, we are ambitious, vibrant and visionary.

If you’re interested in this post and would like an informal chat, please contact us and ask for Nikki Morgan, she will be happy to arrange a time for you to discuss the role and expectations in further detail

Closing date: Monday 22nd July 2024. If you’re interested in this role, we encourage you to apply without delay as we may close the advertised role early due to high interest.

Interview process: One stage interview.

Proposed start date: ASAP.

To Apply: Please visit out website

As part of your application to the role, please provide a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for the position in relation to our person specification and an up to date CV. For an informal chat with our Director of Finance please get in touch.

YMCA North Tyneside is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce, we aim to be an equal opportunities employer and seek to create an inspiring and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and value inclusion and diversity, which we demonstrate through our activities, policies and working practices.