Finance Manager at Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation

Vas Swindon; Devizes; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charitable organization in the UK is seeking a Finance Manager to lead financial management and ensure compliance. This pivotal role involves budgeting, financial reporting, and overseeing finance systems. Ideal candidates should be fully qualified in ACMA/ACCA/ACA or have equivalent experience, and possess strong communication and attention to detail. The position offers flexible hours and a hybrid work model, aiming to make a significant difference in local communities. Closing date for applications is January 14, 2026.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent experience.
• Experienced in a similar finance role.
• Excellent communicator with strong attention to detail.
• Experienced with accounting software, Xero desirable.
• Charity finance knowledge is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead on budgeting, quarterly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Prepare the Annual Report & Financial Statements and manage audits.
• Oversee the finance systems (Xero, ApprovalMax, Salesforce, Power BI).
• Manage cashflow and fund reconciliations.
• Support donor reporting and investment oversight.
• Ensure compliance with Companies House, Charity Commission, and HMRC.
• Line-manage Finance Assistants.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Attention to detail

Communication

Accounting software

Charity finance knowledge

Education

ACMA/ACCA/ACA qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Xero

Salesforce

Power BI

Microsoft 365

Job description

Community First – Community Grants Manager

Finance Manager at Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation

Hours: 30 – 37.5 hours

We’re looking for a talented and purpose-driven Finance Manager to join Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation and help us make an even bigger difference in local communities across our county.

This is a pivotal role at the heart of our organisation. You’ll bring financial expertise, clarity and confidence to our work—helping us operate efficiently, meet our charitable obligations, and maximise the impact we create for the people and places we serve.

In this role, you will:

• Lead on budgeting, quarterly management accounts and financial reporting
• Prepare our Annual Report & Financial Statements and manage the audit process
• Oversee our finance systems (Xero, ApprovalMax, Salesforce, Power BI)
• Manage cashflow, banking arrangements and fund reconciliations
• Support donor reporting and investment oversight
• Ensure we meet requirements for Companies House, the Charity Commission and HMRC
• Line-manage and support our Finance Assistant(s)

About you:

• Fully qualified ACMA/ACCA/ACA or qualified by experience
• Experienced in a similar level finance role
• Excellent communicator with strong attention to detail and confidence managing a varied workload
• Experienced with accounting software (Xero desirable) and Microsoft 365
• Charity finance knowledge is helpful but not essential—we’ll support your development

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a small, supportive team who care deeply about what we do. We offer flexible working (30–37.5 hours) and a hybrid approach, with our office based in Devizes.

Closing date: 12 noon, Wednesday 14 January 2026