Finance Manager

Location: East London

Working Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days on site)

Rate: £200 - £225 per day

Contract Type: 4 months (expected to extend/ go permanent)

Start Date: Immediately available

Venn Group are working with a well-established charity organisation to recruit an experienced Finance Manager to provide interim support and lead key finance improvement projects.

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

Make recommendations for system and process enhancements and lead implementation of approved changes

Work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to improve efficiency and financial control

Support finance operations with ad hoc project work as required

Ensure accurate financial processing and reporting in line with charity sector requirements

Key Requirements

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

Confident using finance systems and adapting to new technology

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

This opportunity would suit a proactive and technically minded Finance Manager who enjoys improving processes, leading teams, and delivering meaningful change within a busy finance environment. Experience within the charity sector and a passion for driving efficiencies through systems and technology will be essential for success in this role.