Finance Manager

We are now seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to lead our finance function and support the long term sustainability of the organisation. This is a key role for a fully qualified finance professional (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) who is confident operating across the full financial cycle in a true 360 degree role. You will take ownership of all aspects of financial management, ensuring high quality financial information, strong internal controls, and the development of streamlined, fit for purpose processes. Working as part of a small and collaborative team, you will balance strategic oversight with hands on delivery, supporting colleagues while driving continuous improvement across the finance function. You will lead on bookkeeping oversight, payroll, bank and cash management, statutory reporting, VAT, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. You will also play a central role in improving systems, removing operational blockers, and providing clear financial insight that supports effective planning and decision making.

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Significant experience managing end to end finance operations, ideally within a charity or not for profit setting.
• Strong technical accounting skills and experience producing management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
• Proven ability to develop and improve financial systems, processes, and controls.
• Confident user of accounting software (Xero desirable) and Excel.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• A proactive, solutions focused approach and the ability to work effectively in a small team.
  
  Active Life is a registered charity dedicated to improving health, wellbeing, and community connection through inclusive and accessible programmes. Any surplus we generate is reinvested directly into enhancing and developing our services and facilities. We are governed by a committed Board of Trustees who volunteer their time, bring valuable business expertise, and share a genuine passion for our work. As a community focused charity, we work closely with local people and strive to ensure our activities remain open and accessible to all.
  
  Why join Active Life?
• A friendly, supportive, and purpose driven working environment.
• The opportunity to shape and strengthen a vital finance function.
• A role with real impact, contributing directly to community wellbeing.
• Work in your own community.
If you are a confident, hands on finance professional who enjoys variety and wants to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.