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The Assistant Finance and Operations Manager is a new role for The Christie Charity (Charity) and a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to work for a fast moving, growing organisation. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to take ownership in the finance team for day-to-day transactional processing for The Christie Charity group. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop an understanding of charity and commercial finance. You will play a key role in supporting robust financial controls across the Charity group.
This is a hands-on role with responsibility for coordinating and overseeing day-to-day transactional activity undertaken by the Finance Officers, including purchase-to-pay, supplier payments, accounts receivable, banking, income reconciliation, corporate credit cards and other routine financial processes. The postholder will ensure work is completed accurately and within required timescales, review key reconciliations and outstanding items, and provide support and guidance to the Finance Officers where issues arise. They will remain actively involved in transactional processing where required, particularly in relation to more complex matters, periods of high workload and the transition of activities into the Charity.
The postholder will act as the first point of escalation for transactional matters which cannot be readily resolved by the Finance Officers and as a key point of contact for routine finance queries from external third parties. They will work closely with colleagues across the Charity to ensure financial processes operate effectively while maintaining appropriate controls and segregation of duties.
The Assistant Finance and Operations Manager will be an important day-to-day user of the Charity's finance and purchase-to-pay systems and will take a lead operational role in ensuring these systems are used consistently and effectively. The postholder will support Finance Officers and wider Charity colleagues with system and process queries, monitor compliance with agreed financial procedures and identify recurring issues or opportunities to improve processes. Working with the Charity Financial Controller and Funds and Finance Business Partner, they will contribute to the continued development of efficient, proportionate and well-controlled financial processes across the Charity group.
Additional information
Upon joining The Christie Charity, day-to-day financial transaction processing will continue to be delivered by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust during the initial months of the role, therefore, the postholder will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with their finance team to ensure seamless operations and continuity across the Charity group.
These functions are anticipated to transfer to the Charity group with the postholder taking ownership of these responsibilities within the first 3 months in role. The postholder will be expected to work autonomously to ensure the smooth transition of activities to the Charity.
This post would suit an individual who enjoys working in a dynamic, evolving environment, where responsibilities may shift in response to organisational priorities. The postholder must be comfortable navigating ambiguity, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
The postholder will also provide support to the team on an ad-hoc basis as required.
The postholder will complete a shift approximately every four to six weeks at the Charity’s hub in Withington to support charitable activity at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.
When submitting your application, please provide the following:
- A cover letter; and
- An up-to-date CV (up to two A4 pages) with evidence of accountancy qualification(s) and current membership of any relevant professional accountancy body or bodies if relevant. These can be uploaded as one PDF.
Please note that applications must include all of the documents listed above and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications that do not meet these guidelines may not be considered.
Interviews will be held all day on Monday 21 September 2026 and on Tuesday 22 September 2026. Applicants are strongly encouraged to keep these dates available where possible.
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About the Organisation
A well-established and purpose-driven organisation is undergoing a significant period of finance transformation, supported by a new senior finance leadership team. The organisation is strengthening its finance function and is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to help build a strong operational finance foundation while contributing to wider transformation and process improvement.
The Finance team is approximately 16 people, with dedicated Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions alongside Finance Business Partnering.
The Role
Reporting to the senior finance leadership team, the Finance Manager will lead the operational finance function, with responsibility for the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams.
This is a hands-on role combining strong financial accounting, people management and finance transformation. The successful candidate will be expected to provide stability and leadership across the operational finance function while identifying opportunities to improve systems, automate processes and strengthen financial controls.
A key priority will be developing and supporting the operational finance team, establishing clear standards and creating a strong platform for the wider finance transformation programme.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead, manage and develop the operational finance teams across Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
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Provide strong, calm and assertive line management, creating a high-performing and accountable team culture.
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Oversee day-to-day financial accounting processes and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
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Lead month-end activities, including journals, balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting.
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Review and strengthen financial controls and operational finance processes.
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Oversee debtors, creditors and cash-flow management.
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Support the preparation of statutory accounts and year-end audit requirements.
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Ensure appropriate compliance with charity accounting requirements, including Charity SORP.
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Work closely with Finance Business Partners and operational stakeholders, providing financial guidance and support where required.
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Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation and greater use of technology across the finance function.
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Support the implementation and development of new finance systems as the organisation progresses its transformation programme.
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Contribute to ad-hoc finance projects and wider transformation initiatives.
About You
The organisation is looking for a qualified or part-qualified accountant, or an experienced QBE candidate, with a strong grounding in financial accounting and operational finance.
You will ideally bring:
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Strong experience managing and developing finance teams, particularly AP and AR functions.
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Excellent technical accounting and month-end experience, including balance sheet reconciliations.
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A track record of improving finance processes, systems and controls.
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Experience of finance transformation, automation or systems implementation.
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The confidence and resilience to manage established teams and challenging stakeholders.
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A calm, measured and assertive management style.
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The ability to work effectively in a changing and developing finance environment.
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Experience within the charity sector and knowledge of Charity SORP would be advantageous, but candidates from a broad range of sectors will be considered.
What’s on Offer
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Salary: £45,000–£50,000
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Working arrangement: Fully remote
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Opportunity to play a key role in a significant finance transformation programme.
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The chance to shape and strengthen an established operational finance function.
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Broad exposure across financial accounting, people leadership, systems and process improvement.
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Occasional in-person team meetings approximately every two months.
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The role
As a Finance Manager at Cruse Bereavement Support you will oversee the day-to-day financial transactions made by Cruse Bereavement Support and ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of all income and expenditure transactions undertaken. You will also assist in implementing the financial control within the team, oversee month-end processes and monthly payroll, and prepare the monthly management accounts and supporting information. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience at a national charity and make a difference.
How to apply
Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification and should be no longer than two pages. If your application does not contain both a covering letter and CV, your application may not be considered.
The closing date for applications is 16th September 2026, with first interviews taking place week commencing 28th September 2026 via Microsoft Teams.
Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by 28th September 2026, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.
Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.
Criminal Record Checks
All staff are required to complete a Criminal Record check. Staff working directly with clients will be required to complete an enhanced check. We comply with the relevant codes of practice and they can be viewed online:
· Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice
· Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice
Previous convictions will not prevent full consideration of your application to work with Cruse. Our Recruitment of Ex-offenders' Policy & Handling Criminal Record Check Data Policy are available on request by email.
We comply with all relevant data protection legislation and process your data fairly.
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