Finance Manager - Part Time

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a part-time role where you can make a real impact? Would you like to use your financial expertise to support a charity helping young people achieve their potential?

Leicestershire Education Business Company (LEBC) is seeking an experienced and approachable Finance Manager to lead our finance function. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, trustees and budget holders, you will provide accurate financial management, reporting and practical financial guidance.

Benefits

Part-time, permanent position 15 hours per week Salary £38,000 to £42,000 FTE (pro-rata) Based at 30 Frog Island, Leicester, LE3 5AG Pension Annual leave Flexible working arrangements Death in service benefit Professional development support Main Responsibilities

Working closely with the CEO, trustees and budget holders, you will:

Prepare quarterly management accounts, including commentary and variance analysis Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process Support funding application budgets and monitor funded projects Monitor cash flow, reserves and overall financial performance Manage day-to-day accounting, reconciliations, accounts payable, receivable and banking controls Lead the year-end process and prepare statutory financial statements for audit Liaise with auditors and ensure statutory and regulatory compliance Oversee payroll, pensions and HMRC requirements Monitor restricted and unrestricted funds and grants Provide financial reports and advice to the CEO, trustees and Finance Committee Maintain effective financial policies, controls and risk management arrangements Personal SpecificationQualifications

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified or part-qualified, or equivalent experience Experience and Skills

Significant financial management experience Experience preparing management accounts and statutory financial statements Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis skills Payroll, pensions, treasury and cash-flow management experience Knowledge of financial controls, governance and compliance Strong Excel and accounting software skills Excellent organisational and communication skills Ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues Experience within a charity, not-for-profit, education or public sector organisation, together with knowledge of Charity SORP and Charity Commission requirements, would be an advantage.

Attitude and Temperament

Collaborative and practical approach High standards of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and covering letter to Ms. Anjuu Trevedi, CEO, at (url removed) by 1:00 pm on 23 November 2026.

Interviews are expected to take place between 3rd and 17th December 2026