Job advert:
Please note: This post is restricted to female applicants only under Schedule 9, part 1, Equalities Act 2010.
We aim to meet all of our obligations under the Equality 2010 Act and welcome applications from women from all sections of society.
We will make reasonable adjustments to the working environment as required.
Applicants will undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before appointment and a mandatory right to work check.
Please note: We are not able to sponsor job placements.
Applications by email to [email protected] preferred. Applications that do not have a covering letter evidencing how you meet the Person Specification will not be considered. Any applications that do not come via email will not be considered.
Finance Manager (Part-Time) (Permanent)
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 FTE (pro rata)
Hours: 22.5 hours per week (flexible, to be agreed)
Location: Hybrid (home-based but with some regular on-site working weekly as required in Exeter)
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
Closing date: 19th of June 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 6th of July 2026
About Devon Rape Crisis and Sexual Abuse Services.
DRCSAS exists to relieve the trauma and distress and help rebuild the lives of survivors living in Devon and Torbay who have experienced any form of sexual violence, at any point in their lives.
DRCSAS also campaigns and raises awareness about rape and sexual violence to change the narrative around sexual violence and to enable survivors’ voices to be heard.
DRCSAS works to feminist principles, which underpin our service, and we maintain a woman only workforce and women only support spaces four days a week. Our work is guided by a trauma-informed approach which understands how traumatic experiences can impact on survivors and keeps an awareness of the effects of trauma at the forefront of our approach.
Role Overview:
About the Role
We are seeking a practical and proactive Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function within a small organisation (c. £800k annual income).
This is a standalone role, combining day-to-day transactional finance with management reporting and strategic support. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, producing timely financial information, and supporting leadership to make informed decisions.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on and working across the full finance function.
The role is new to the organisation, having been outsourced to a private contractor for the last four years. The purpose of bringing this function back in house is to support the strategic growth plans of the charity and to provide more visible support to the Chief Executive Officer.
The role will sit within a senior leadership team and has no line management responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-Day Finance Operations
Process all financial transactions, including:
o* Purchase invoices and payments *
o* Sales invoicing and income reconciliation *
o* Bank reconciliations *
Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records using cloud-based software
Manage cash flow on a day-to-day basis.
Appoint a freelance – or part time book-keeper, proportionate to the task, to assist with the bookkeeping function.
Payroll & Compliance
Oversee monthly payroll and ensure salary payments are made.
Ensure all HMRC submissions are accurate and submitted on time (including PAYE, Gift Aid, etc.)
Maintain appropriate financial records to meet audit/independent examination requirements
Management Accounts & Reporting
Prepare monthly management accounts with supporting commentary
Monitor performance against budget and highlight key variances
Provide financial insight to support decision-making by senior leadership and Trustees
Budgeting & Planning
Lead and prepare the annual budgeting process – to include calculating reserve levels
Prepare in-year forecasting and financial planning
Assist with project and grant budgeting where relevant
Year-End & Statutory Reporting
Lead preparation for year-end, including liaising with external accountants/independent examiners
Support the preparation of statutory accounts in line with relevant standards (e.g. Charities SORP where applicable)
Financial Controls & Systems
Develop and maintain effective financial controls and processes
Identify and implement improvements to systems and ways of working
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations
Stakeholder Engagement
Act as the main point of contact for all finance matters
Present financial information to senior leadership and Trustees as required
Support non-finance colleagues to understand financial information
Complete financial reporting returns for contracts and grants
Liaise with trust and grants fundraiser, monitoring outputs and supporting organisational growth with good financial management and governance
Strategic Responsibilities
Act as a senior leader with responsibility for designing and delivering the charity’s income and fundraising strategy
Work with the finance committee of the board of trustees to advice on income generating strategies and fundraising innovation
Support the Business Development Manager to identify
Conduct finance, money laundering and financial solvency checks as part of the responsibility of the charity to conduce due diligence of new directors/trustees, subcontractors and other contractual partnerships
Lead responsibility for financial risks as relevant to the corporate risk register
Quality Assurance
To ensure that the services provided are within financial budgets
Monitor value for money and support reporting on corporate social responsibility
Proactively maintain professional knowledge and practice and attend and contribute to all relevant team meetings
To ensure compliance with good financial integrity for the charity and in all dealings with contractors, sub-contractors, partners or contractors. This includes reporting any concerns relating to money laundering, fraud, modern slavery, human trafficking, all forms of exploitation or other financial crimes if concerns become apparent.
Follow all child and adult safeguarding policies and procedures
Monitoring and Evaluation
To provide specific data as required and to write reports as necessary
Communication
To ensure effective communication of information within DRCSAS resulting in an accessible, reliable and smooth running of services for all service users.
To promote a positive view of DRCSAS when interacting with external partners and stakeholder.
Other
Engage with line management, supervision, training, personal development and wellbeing, using opportunities provided by DRCSAS to do so
Work in partnership with Rape Crisis England and Wales and other rape crisis centres as necessary
Any other reasonable task commensurate with this post
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Person Specification
Qualifications, Training and Experience
Essential:
Experience in a similar standalone or small-team finance role
Strong bookkeeping and transactional finance experience
Experience preparing management accounts
Desirable:
Recognised accountancy qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector
Knowledge of Charities SORP and regulatory requirements
Experience with QuickBooks Online
Experience supporting Trustees or Boards
Skills and Abilities
Essential:
Comfortable working across the full finance function, from processing to reporting
Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
Strong Excel skills and experience with cloud accounting software
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Desirable:
Effective at negotiation
Knowledge
Essential:
Value for money and social value / corporate social responsibility
Financial reporting for contract, grants
Effective financial management
Knowledge that supports cultural competency
Knowledge of anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice
Understanding of and commitment to the feminist perspective of sexual violence held by DRCSAS
Desirable:
Knowledge of safeguarding principles
Personal Traits Values & Behaviours
Essential:
We are looking for someone who:
Takes ownership and accountability
Is hands-on and solutions-focused
Works collaboratively across the organisation
Is detail-oriented and well organised
Communicates clearly and openly
Other
Ability to travel across Devon and Torbay
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 22.5 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Applications by email to [email protected]. Applications that do not have a covering letter evidencing how you meet the Person Spec will not be considered. Any applications that do not come via email will not be considered.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Exeter (Devon)
