Finance Manager- Up to £45,000 + Benefits–South East London/ Hybrid

The Role

Are you a qualified accountant with a proven track record in financial strategy? Can you bring strong leadership and technical expertise to support our organisation through a period of growth?  If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

We are an award-winning specialist housing charity based in Southeast London, looking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager to our growing team.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Team, you will provide key insights to inform decision-making, oversee financial governance and lead a small finance team to deliver excellence in every area.

Closing date: 10^th January 2025

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial management – reporting, budgets, forecast, supporting the organisation in decision-making, annual accounts and audit.
• Financial accounting – maintain accounting records, supplier payments and credit control.
• Risk –support with risk management of the business.
• Governance – work with trustees to ensure good governance utilising Charity Commission and NCVO tools.
• Client licenses – manage all aspects of client license documentation, to include communication with local authorities responsible for funding residents.
• Monitor effective submission and collection of Housing Benefit, Service Charge and rents.
• Insurance – renew insurance; ensure adequate cover in place.
• Manage the Finance Team, including all aspects of recruitment, supervision and learning and development.

The Organisation

Quo Vadis Trust is a celebrated Mental Health Charity providing supported housing in South East London. Recognised for our 'Outstanding Approach to Equality & Diversity', we are proud to be a 'Great Place To Work' and have been shortlisted in the ‘Housing with Care Awards’. Our mission is to support individuals with mental health needs in their recovery, promoting independence and community integration.

The Person

• A qualified accountant with evidence of continuing professional development and up to date knowledge of all appropriate financial reporting standards.
• Evidence of achievement in delivering effective financial strategies, across complex customer focussed organisations.
• Evidence of applying commercial principles in a business or not for profit environment.
• Experience of dealing with a range of stakeholders including regulators, funders and professional advisers.
• Experience of risk management.
• Good knowledge of accounting systems and experience of upgrades and new installations.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and presentational skills for varied audiences.

Contact information

Sandra Campbell