Finance Manager

Grade:  NJC Point 31 - £25,062.60 per annum (FTE £41,771) Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements. Hours:  22.5 hours per week (excluding breaks) Days:  To be worked over 3-4 days; one day must include a full day on a Monday (core hours are worked  between  8am - 10am and 4pm - 6pm Monday to Friday) Contract:  Permanent contract, subject to funding and the successful completion of a 6-month probationary period Responsible to:  Director of Finance and Resources Place of work:  In person at Salford CVS’ offices in Eccles, Salford, M30 0FN Make a difference. Shape our future. Join Salford CVS. We’re looking for an experienced and motivated  Finance Manager  to play a key role in strengthening the financial leadership and sustainability of Salford CVS as we continue to grow our programmes and impact across the city. This  newly created role  is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to use their financial expertise to support the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector in Salford - and contribute to an organisation with a long and proud 100‑year history of making a difference. You’ll join a supportive, collaborative and values‑driven team, working closely with the Director of Finance & Resources to ensure our financial systems, processes and reporting remain robust, accurate and fit for the future. xbpsjku About you We’re looking for someone with: Strong experience in charity finance, management accounts and financial reporting Knowledge of fund accounting and internal financial controls Experience of UK payroll processes Excellent accuracy, analytical skills and attention to detail Confidence using financial systems (Aqilla/Sharperlight desirable) A proactive, solution‑focused approach Experience supporting others through line management If you care about your work, enjoy improving systems, and want to support Salford’s vibrant VCSE sector, we’d love to hear from you. To apply Please download and complete our application form via the ‘Apply’ button. Closing date:  12 noon on Friday 13th March 2026 Interviews:  In person on Tuesday 24th or Thursday 26th March (PM)