Finance Manager (Part-Time, 3 days a week) - Oxford - Hybrid 1 day in the office - £50,000 Pro Rata + benefits - 15 Month Maternity contract 

FryerMiles are delighted to be working with a respected not-for-profit organisation delivering care services across Oxfordshire and Berkshire. They are looking for a 15 month maternity cover. Our client is seeking a Finance Manager to join their senior leadership team over this period. With a turnover in excess of £4 million and a workforce of 100+, this organisation plays a vital role in supporting adults and children with care needs throughout the region. This is an opportunity to bring strategic financial leadership to a mission-driven team making a tangible difference in people's lives.

This is a pivotal role for an experienced finance professional seeking to apply their expertise in a purpose-led organisation. As Finance Manager, you will lead on all financial matters, reporting directly to the CEO and supporting the board in informed decision-making. You'll drive budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and financial reporting, while overseeing a small finance team and managing external audit relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organisational goals
• Lead on annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and financial planning
• Produce timely and accurate management accounts and board reports
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial legislation and reporting standards
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, cash flow, and funding streams
• Support grant management, ensuring robust tracking and reporting
• Manage and develop a finance team of 2 administrators and a payroll specialist
• Liaise with external accountants and auditors during year-end processes
• Present financial updates to the Board of Trustees with clarity and confidence

About You

• Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or part-qualified with credible experience working alongside external financial advisors
• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the charity or care sector
• Skilled in financial reporting, compliance, and systems oversight
• Strong analytical thinker with attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to present financial matters to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• High levels of integrity, with a genuine alignment to values-led work
• Experience managing or mentoring a small team is desirable

Finance Manager (Part-Time, 3 days a week) - Oxford - Hybrid 1 day in the office - £50,000 Pro Rata + benefits - 15 Month Maternity contract 

Contact information

Leo Miles