Finance Manager (Part-Time)
CV-LibraryLoughborough, LeicestershirepermanentPosted: 5 June 2026
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Loughborough Estate Management Board (LEMB) is a resident-led housing management organisation delivering services on behalf of the local community. Working closely with residents, Lambeth Council, and other stakeholders, LEMB is committed to providing high-quality, customer-focused services while promoting transparency, inclusiveness, innovation, integrity, and value for money.
Position: Finance Manager (Part-Time)
Reports to: Neighbourhood Services Director
Responsible for: Finance Officer
Finance Manager Day-to-Day Duties
* Lead and manage the financial operations of LEMB, ensuring compliance with financial policies, statutory requirements, and the Management Agreement.
* Prepare annual budgets, business plans, management accounts, and year-end financial statements.
* Produce accurate financial reports and present findings to the Board, Finance Sub-Committee, and senior management team.
* Manage cash flow, banking, investments, reconciliations, and financial controls.
* Oversee VAT, corporation tax, audit processes, payroll, insurance, and other key financial contracts.
* Maintain and develop financial policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks.
* Liaise with Lambeth Council, auditors, HMRC, and other external stakeholders on financial matters.
* Support managers with financial planning, budgeting, and contract negotiations.
* Manage and support the Finance Officer, providing guidance and operational cover where required.
* Ensure Sage accounting systems are maintained and used effectively to support accurate financial reporting.
Finance Manager Requirements
Qualifications
* Fully qualified accountant or equivalent demonstrable financial management experience.
Experience
* Experience in financial management, budgeting, management accounting, and financial reporting.
* Experience preparing annual accounts and managing audit processes.
* Experience with financial risk management and developing financial policies and procedures.
* Experience using Sage accounting software.
* Experience working with Boards, Committees, or senior stakeholders.
* Housing sector, tenant management organisation, or local authority experience is desirable.
Skills & Knowledge
* Strong financial analysis, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial audiences.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
* Knowledge of VAT, corporation tax, financial governance, and regulatory compliance.
Benefits
* Opportunity to play a key strategic role within a resident-led community organisation.
* Direct influence on financial planning, governance, and organisational development.
* Exposure to Board-level decision making and stakeholder engagement.
* Flexible part-time working arrangement.
* Opportunity to contribute to community-focused housing services.
* Supportive working environment aligned to LEMB's values of inclusiveness, transparency, quality, innovation, and integrity
Loughborough Estate Management Board (LEMB) is a resident-led housing management organisation delivering services on behalf of the local community. Working closely with residents, Lambeth Council, and other stakeholders, LEMB is committed to providing high-quality, customer-focused services while promoting transparency, inclusiveness, innovation, integrity, and value for money.
Position: Finance Manager (Part-Time)
Reports to: Neighbourhood Services Director
Responsible for: Finance Officer
Finance Manager Day-to-Day Duties
* Lead and manage the financial operations of LEMB, ensuring compliance with financial policies, statutory requirements, and the Management Agreement.
* Prepare annual budgets, business plans, management accounts, and year-end financial statements.
* Produce accurate financial reports and present findings to the Board, Finance Sub-Committee, and senior management team.
* Manage cash flow, banking, investments, reconciliations, and financial controls.
* Oversee VAT, corporation tax, audit processes, payroll, insurance, and other key financial contracts.
* Maintain and develop financial policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks.
* Liaise with Lambeth Council, auditors, HMRC, and other external stakeholders on financial matters.
* Support managers with financial planning, budgeting, and contract negotiations.
* Manage and support the Finance Officer, providing guidance and operational cover where required.
* Ensure Sage accounting systems are maintained and used effectively to support accurate financial reporting.
Finance Manager Requirements
Qualifications
* Fully qualified accountant or equivalent demonstrable financial management experience.
Experience
* Experience in financial management, budgeting, management accounting, and financial reporting.
* Experience preparing annual accounts and managing audit processes.
* Experience with financial risk management and developing financial policies and procedures.
* Experience using Sage accounting software.
* Experience working with Boards, Committees, or senior stakeholders.
* Housing sector, tenant management organisation, or local authority experience is desirable.
Skills & Knowledge
* Strong financial analysis, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial audiences.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
* Knowledge of VAT, corporation tax, financial governance, and regulatory compliance.
Benefits
* Opportunity to play a key strategic role within a resident-led community organisation.
* Direct influence on financial planning, governance, and organisational development.
* Exposure to Board-level decision making and stakeholder engagement.
* Flexible part-time working arrangement.
* Opportunity to contribute to community-focused housing services.
* Supportive working environment aligned to LEMB's values of inclusiveness, transparency, quality, innovation, and integrity