Finance Manager

About the role

Venn Group is partnering with a well‑established charity to provide interim finance leadership. The Finance Manager will oversee the purchase‑to‑pay function, drive process improvements and support the finance team during a 4‑month contract that may become permanent.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the end‑to‑end purchase‑to‑pay process.
• Lead and support the Purchasing Team and Finance Officer.
• Monitor compliance with financial policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance systems, processes and workflows.
• Recommend and lead implementation of approved system and process enhancements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to improve efficiency and financial control.
• Provide ad‑hoc project support to finance operations as required.
• Ensure accurate financial processing and reporting in line with charity sector requirements.

Required profile

• Previous experience working within a charity finance environment.
• Strong understanding of charity accounting processes, including partial exemption VAT.
• Proven experience managing staff within a finance function.
• Strong understanding of purchase‑to‑pay and accounts payable processes.
• Confidence using finance systems and adapting to new technology.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hybrid working pattern (2‑3 days on site).
• Competitive day rate of £200‑£225.
• Potential for contract extension or permanent placement.