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Valleys Kids, Porth (Hybrid)
£38000 to £45,000 Negotiable
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated finance professional to bring expertise to an established local charity.
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Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff (Hybrid) 13.41 miles
£38000 to £45,000 Negotiable
Part-time (24 hours a week)
Permanent
Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated finance professional to bring expertise to an established local charity. This is a hands-on leadership role, reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the senior management team and trustees.You will manage and support a small finance team

Investing in this specialist role is a crucial step for Valleys Kids. It will enable us to build upon recent work done to deliver better financial management across the organisation. Securing a sustainable future for the charity in the face of external funding pressures will be challenging but, only in this way, can we hope to maintain our significant successes in improving the well-being of local families and communities. 


This role is perfect for someone who is looking for a part time position, thrives on being part of a dynamic team yet can also work independently. You will need to be highly motivated, well organised, and comfortable in providing updates and reports to the senior management team and key external partners. 

Based at the Factory in Porth, but with working from home opportunities, you will need to have your own transport when travel between the various hubs is necessary.

The role requires a DBS check and the right to work in the UK.

Main Responsibilities 

Strategic Leadership 

  • Lead financial planning, budget setting, forecasting, and cashflow management. 

  • Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions 

  • Ensure compliance with Charity accounting standards and regulatory requirements (VAT, SORP, and Gift Aid) 

Operational Management 

  • Lead and manage the finance team (2 direct reports) and report directly to the CEO/Trustees 

  • Effective use of Xero and accurate maintenance of financial records. 

  • Oversee day–to–day finance operations and maintain strong financial controls. 

What we are Looking for 

Essential 

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience. 

  • Strong technical accounting skills, with proven experience in budgeting and forecasting. 

  • Confident leader with excellent communication skills 

  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands on delivery, including team management 

  • Proven experience in a senior finance position 

Desirable 

  • An understanding of charity governance 

  • Experience with Xero accounting software 

Additional benefits for our employees: 

  • 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays (pro rata) 

  • Hybrid working options 

  • Employer contributed pension scheme 

  • An Employee Assistance Programme 

  • Death in Service Benefit 

  • Training development opportunities 

  • Reimbursement of essential travel expenses at agreed rates 

  • Training and development opportunities 

Equality and Diversity 

Valleys Kids are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Please let us know if you need to make any adjustments during the recruitment process and we will be happy to support you.

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Valleys Kids View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 21 - 50

Our mission is to create a community where every person feels supported, enabled, and empowered to overcome hardship and realise their potential.

Posted on: 04 December 2025
Closing date: 31 December 2025 at 23:30
Tags: Accounting

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