We're seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join our team on a part-time basis and provide strategic financial leadership across the charity.
Cathays Community Centre is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee our financial operations and support the continued development of our charity. In this pivotal role, you will act as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director, delivering high-level strategic financial insights to secure our long-term sustainability. You will also lead, mentor, and develop a dedicated team of three staff members, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will bring proven hands-on expertise in using Xero.
We offer a flexible, hybrid working environment with a minimum of two days based at our vibrant community hub in Cathays. If you possess strong leadership skills, strategic vision, and robust financial acumen, we would love to hear from you.
Purpose of the Role
The Finance Manager will oversee all financial management, accounting, and compliance activities for Cathays Community Centre. The role balances hands-on operational leadership with strategic financial planning, providing direct decision-making support to the Executive Director and the Board of Trustees.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide accurate financial analysis, reporting, and strategic advice to support the Executive Director and Board in decision-making.
- Develop long-term financial forecasts, budgets, models, and sustainability plans to support the organisation's growth and resilience.
- Lead, manage, mentor, and support a small team of three finance and administrative staff.
- Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, budget monitoring reports, and variance analyses.
- Oversee all day-to-day financial operations, including invoicing, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and financial controls.
- Monitor grant income and expenditure, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and accurate financial reporting.
- Support the Development Manager and Project Managers with funding applications, including the preparation of financial budgets, forecasts, and reports for grant funders and stakeholders.
- Maintain and further develop the organisation's financial systems and processes within Xero and Sage. Advanced proficiency in Xero is essential.
- Lead the preparation of annual statutory accounts and coordinate the year-end audit or independent examination process.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial, charity, company, and tax regulations, including requirements of HMRC, Companies House, and the Charity Commission.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, processes, and reporting to enhance organisational efficiency and effectiveness.
Person Specification
- Proven ability to lead, manage, and support staff.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial audiences.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
- Reliable, professional, and able to manage competing priorities effectively.
Qualifications & Experience
- Significant experience in a finance management role.
- Essential experience utilizing Xero accounting software packages.
- Proven track record of managing and developing line reports.
- Experience working within the voluntary, charity, or public sector is highly desirable.
Skills & Knowledge
- Advanced proficiency in Xero
- Strong understanding of charity accounting practices and fund accounting (restricted vs. unrestricted funds).
Please apply via Indeed and send us your CV and cover letter.
Applications will be accepted until 29 June 2026.
Final-round interviews will take place on 10 July.
Pay: £17.95 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cardiff CF24 4HX
