Finance Operations Manager

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client, a national cancer charity, in the search for a Finance Operations Manager to join the organisation on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced charity finance professional to lead financial operations, manage a small team and support the delivery of accurate, timely financial accounting across a nationally recognised charity. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will oversee transaction processing, reconciliations, controls and compliance, while driving continuous improvement and helping to streamline and automate finance processes. The role will include line management responsibility for two team members and requires someone who is happy to remain hands-on when needed. We are looking for candidates with proven experience managing finance operations within the charity sector, strong financial accounting knowledge, and the confidence to build effective relationships with stakeholders across the organisation. Previous people management experience is essential, as is the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. Experience of Microsoft Business Central and strong Excel skills will be highly advantageous. This role offers hybrid working, with attendance at the London Bridge office required approximately four days per month. Please note: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a closing date of 17 October . Due to the urgent nature of this appointment, we are only able to consider candidates who can start no later than 27 October . To find out more about this opportunity, please submit your CV as soon as possible. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Catherine Bunting at Prospectus.