Southampton City Council
Finance Manager
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Finance Manager
Finance Manager
In Focus is looking for a Finance Manager to help shape and lead our finance function within a small, creative and mission-driven charity.
This is a flexible, part-time (8 hours per week) hybrid role, offering £20.75 per hour. Hours can be worked Tuesday to Thursday, with some attendance at our Southampton office—including a monthly whole-team meeting.
You will support strong financial systems, clear reporting, and long-term sustainability, ensuring our work continues smoothly across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Key Responsibilities
You will oversee day-to-day finance operations, including:
- Bookkeeping, payments, invoices, and payroll coordination
- Debtor management, bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring
- Budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and Board reporting
- Year-end audit preparation, restricted funds and grant reporting
- Compliance with Charity Commission and financial controls
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A key part of the role involves leading finance within a growing charity, working closely with the CEO, Board of Trustees, and wider team to ensure:
- Clear financial insight for strategic decision-making
- Effective resource allocation
- Strengthening financial systems
Essential Experience & Skills
We seek a candidate with:
- Finance experience (including bookkeeping, reporting, budgeting, and compliance)
- Strong finance qualifications or equivalent experience
- Charity finance knowledge, including restricted and unrestricted funds
- Self-starters able to help build the finance function
- Excellent analytical and attention-to-detail skills
- Clear communication (confident in explaining financial matters to non-finance teams)
- Shared commitment to In Focus’ mission and values
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Desirable Experience
Experience with:
- Small charities or creative organisations
- Audit preparation and trustee engagements
- Charity SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice)
- Supporting fundraising teams in budgeting and financial reporting
About In Focus
In Focus is a Southampton-based charity delivering photography and arts education across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We provide safe, inclusive spaces where young people can explore creativity, build confidence, and access opportunities.
How to Apply
Apply by Thursday 23 July. Complete the application form and email it to application@in-focus.org.uk (placeholder link as per instructions).
- Interviews will take place in-person during the week of 10 August.
- Shortlisted applicants will receive interview questions and prep tasks in advance.
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