Finance Manager (Part-Time)

Description:

Finance Manager (Part-Time)

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