Finance Manager

About the job

Key information

Contract: Full time, Permanent
Salary: £40,000 – £45,500

Closing date: 9th September 2026   

Anticipated interview date: 21st September 2026 

We are Young Somerset, the county’s biggest youth work charity – and we’ve got one big mission: putting young people first.

We believe in inspiring, collaborating, and going further to create brighter futures for young people across Somerset. Whether it’s through youth work, wellbeing support, or targeted youth support – we’re here to make Somerset a place where every young person can thrive.

Now, we’re on the lookout for a Finance Manager who’s not afraid to crunch the numbers and make a difference.

What will I be doing?

About the Role

If you love spreadsheets and stories – this could be your perfect mix.
You’ll be the financial heartbeat of Young Somerset, helping us make smart, sustainable choices that let us grow our impact.

Working hand-in-hand with our Head of Finance, you’ll lead a small but mighty finance team that keeps our charity ticking – from big-picture strategy to the tiny details that matter.

You’ll bring the insight, the structure, and the spark that help us make every penny count for young people.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting an awesome finance team, helping them grow and shine.
• Guiding managers through budgets, forecasts, and financial planning with clarity (and maybe even enthusiasm!).
• Making sense of the numbers – turning data into decisions that help us go further for young people.
• Ensuring we’re compliant, confident, and ready for whatever the audit throws our way.
• Working with project teams to bring financial know-how to new and exciting initiatives.
• Keeping our systems running smoothly and spotting smarter, slicker ways to do things.
• Championing best practice in finance across the organisation – and having fun while you do it!

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

About You

You’re not just a Finance Manager – you’re someone who wants their work to mean something.

You’ll bring: 

• Solid experience in financial management or a similar role.
• A head for strategy and an eye for detail.
• A good grasp of financial frameworks, compliance, and reporting.
• Confidence using Xero and Office 365 (bonus points if you can make a pivot table sing).
• The ability to explain complex stuff simply – and with patience and humour.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people through your work.

Bonus skills:  

• A professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA).
• Experience working in the charity, youth, or wellbeing sectors.

What is in it for me?

Why You’ll Love It Here

At Young Somerset, we do finance with purpose. You’ll be part of a friendly, passionate team who believe in what they do — and who’ll have your back every step of the way.

Here’s what’s on offer:

• 27 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 32 after 5 years, pro rata).

• Flexible hours and hybrid working — we trust you to work where you’re most effective.

• Term-time options available (because work-life balance matters).

• Ongoing training and professional development.

• A warm, values-driven culture where people and purpose come first.

Supporting documents and information

Ready to Join Us?

 

If you’ve got the skills, the spark, and the heart to make a difference – we’d love to hear from you.

 

Please read the Finance Manager Job Description 

 

For further information and an informal chat please contact Vicky Thomas on 07494 287043

 

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to people@youngsomerset.org.uk.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

Applications from candidates who have previously applied for this position will not be considered at this time.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, click here:  https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us

 

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