Finance Manager
Description
- Job grade: Higher Executive Officer, Senior Executive Officer, Other
- Contract type: Fixed term
- Length of employment: 12 months
- Type of role: Finance, Other
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Number of jobs available: 1
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Job summary
Job description
Our finance colleagues are located across WFD’s regional and country offices, supporting programmes and operations in roles ranging from Finance Officers and Finance Managers to Finance Business Partners and Strategic Finance Heads.
The team brings together a wealth of experience, expertise and perspectives, to create a dynamic and highly capable finance service. This is reflected in our Global Finance Recognition Scheme, which celebrates colleagues who go above and beyond in their roles, recognising outstanding contributions, exceptional collaboration and achievements that make a lasting impact across WFD.
Working with the Head of Strategic Finance and managing two Finance Officers the Finance Manager will provide leadership across three key areas:
Finance Operations
- Lead and oversee accounts payable and receivable activities.
- Manage treasury, banking and payroll processes.
- Ensure robust balance sheet controls and reconciliations.
- Drive efficiency, accuracy and continuous improvement across finance operations.
Controls, Compliance and Safeguarding
- Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures.
- Ensure strong financial controls and reporting.
- Support audit preparation and statutory reporting requirements.
- Oversee fraud prevention measures and compliance with relevant regulations.
Systems and Process Improvement
- Act as the lead for the organisation's finance system, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
- Champion system enhancements and finance process improvements.
- Support colleagues in the effective use of finance systems and tools.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting and management information.
Person specification
We are looking for someone with a Finance Operational Manager or Finance Manager background.
It is essential you have the following.
- Qualified or part-qualified - ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent. Or proven experience in financial accounting and operational finance management.
- Experience overseeing a finance function, including payables, receivables, cash, banking, and key financial controls.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, balance sheet reconciliations, month-end processes, statutory compliance, and audit support.
- International payments and/or finance operations supporting international activity experience.
- Experience using financial accounting systems (such as Business Central),
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Proven experience managing, developing, and leading staff.
- Risk identification and control management experience.
- Ability to collaborate with auditors and colleagues.
- Effective judgement, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience supporting non-finance colleagues.
- Organised and solutions-focused approach to working.
Benefits
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
Things you need to know
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Selection process details
Applications are via CV and Cover Letter, which are received via our online application system. www.wfd.org/careers.
Your application should represent your skills and personal experiences accurately and authentically, AI assisted applications will not be acceptable.
This vacancy will close on 23rd November 2026
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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Diversity and Inclusion
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Contact point for applicants
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