Finance Manager (Job Ref: 816-101)

£49k-52k depending on experience | Permanent | Fulltime | Vaughan House, SW1P | Closing date 21/11/2025 | Interview date to be confirmed

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Are you a qualified finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a values-driven organisation? We are seeking a Finance Manager to join our dedicated team and co-lead the financial accounting function of our charity alongside the Financial Controller.

About the Role

About the Role

As Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining a robust financial control framework, ensuring accurate financial data, mentoring a team of Accounts Assistants, and driving continuous improvement across finance processes. You’ll be responsible for key areas such as month-end processes, fixed asset management, internal recharges, credit card reconciliations, and supporting the annual audit.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with colleagues throughout the charity to drive financial accountability, enhance
  financial understanding and improve communication.
• Team manage a team of Accounts Assistants by ensuring their professional growth, setting of objectives,
  conducting appraisals and coaching where required.
• Deputise for the Financial Controller
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of data by ensuring income and expenditure are correctly assigned
  and in a timely manner (for e.g., restricted vs unrestricted, charged to the appropriate department or
  prompt correction).
• Play a key role in the month-end process by taking responsibility for key processes such as:
  a. Timely allocation and reconciliation of the diocese’s main bank account;
  b. Timely review and approval of journals of the team including recharges, petty cash, intercompany,
  accruals, deferrals, prepayments and other relevant accounts;
  c. Timely preparation of journals where required;
  d. Ensure ledgers and balance sheet reconciliations are up to date and signed off;
  e. Ensure overall month end process and timeline are adhered
• Fully own the fixed assets maintenance process by ensuring accurate posting of additions/disposals and
  depreciation. Ensure and maintain a regular communication with budget holders on statuses of projects.
• Fully own the internal recharges process for credit card expenses, IT expenses, DBS checks, health and
  safety and other diocesan activities.
• Fully own the credit card reconciliation process by being the point of contact, ensuring timely submissions
  are received and postings into the GL, and ensuring adhere to policy by credit card holders.
• Review and approve payments including weekly BACS payment run and HSBCnet payments.
• Support the annual statutory audit process with the preparation of working papers and reconciliations,
  and liaising with the auditors.
• Contribute to continuous improvements in finance processes and systems, implementing best practices
  and maintaining financial controls to mitigate financial risk.
• Any other accounting and finance related ad hoc tasks as and when required that commensurate with
  the role, including holiday cover and contributing to projects

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is not only competent in finance but who also embodies our diocesan values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love.

• Finalist or qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or qualified by experience.
• Strong financial accounting knowledge and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word; knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains is desirable.

Experience working in a faith-based or charitable setting is welcome but not essential.

What we offer you

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:

✔23 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

✔Vouchers for free eye tests and £50 towards the cost of glasses

✔Reward Gateway scheme offering discounts on a wide range of products and services

✔Pension scheme for eligible employees – 5% paid by the employer

✔Salary exchange (salary sacrifice) for pension

✔Cycle to work scheme

✔Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

✔Employee Assistance Programme

✔Life assurance/ Death in Service benefit

Who we are

We are the Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster, a faith-driven charity rooted in service, tradition, and community.

At the core of our mission is a commitment to faith, education, and social justice. Guided by Cardinal Vincent Nichols, we serve over 90,000 students across 208 schools, support 212 vibrant parishes, and drive countless social initiatives that bring hope and compassion to those in need. Our work extends beyond the Church walls, positively shaping communities and transforming lives.

We uphold the values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love—principles that define our mission and shape the way we serve. As we grow our team, we seek individuals who not only possess the skills for the role but also embody these values in their daily work.

If you are looking for a role where your talents, faith, and commitment to service can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Diversity & Inclusion at the Diocese of Westminster and place it at the heart of our aim which is to reflect and connect with the diverse communities that we serve.