Finance Manager - BAYMAN ATKINSON SMYTHE LIMITED : Job Details

Finance Manager – Manchester | Not-for-Profit | Up to £55K + Excellent Benefits

We’re delighted to be working with a values-driven Not-for-Profit organisation in Manchester to recruit an experienced Finance Manager. Offering a salary of up to £55,000, this role comes with a fantastic benefits package including a strong pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, and family-friendly flexibility with hybrid working options.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you’ll lead a small finance team and play a key role in providing accurate financial and management information to support the organisation’s strategic and operational goals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the production of monthly management accounts and business partnering packs
• Delivering variance analysis, cashflows and robust forecasting
• Leading annual budget production and supporting budget holders with training and guidance
• Reviewing payroll costs and preparing reports
• Identifying opportunities for income generation and spotting financial trends
• Driving process improvements and automation within finance systems
• Leading and developing the finance team, fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking culture

The Person

• A fully qualified accountant (CCAB) with relevant experience
• Strong track record of leadership and team development
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels
• Proven experience across management accounts, budgets, and reporting cycles
• Solid knowledge of relevant legislation and accounting principles
• Strong analytical thinker, able to balance strategic insight with hands-on delivery
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

The Package

• Salary up to £55,000
• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Hybrid working and flexible, family-friendly patterns
• Supportive, values-led working environment