Finance Manager

Business Disability Forum

Hours
35 hours per week

About the Organisation

Business Disability Forum (BDF) is a UK-based non-profit membership organization that helps businesses become more inclusive and accessible for disabled employees and customers. It provides guidance, resources, and networking opportunities to ensure that organizations can confidently recruit, retain, and support disabled people in the workplace.

BDF’s mission is to create an inclusive world where disabled people can contribute and thrive in business without barriers. Their vision is to help businesses improve their disability inclusion strategies by providing expert advice, knowledge-sharing, and practical tools. BDF has a network of over 500 organisations across various sectors, including multinational corporations, public sector institutions, and charities.

Members gain access to expert advice, tailored resources, and peer networking opportunities to drive disability inclusion within their organisations. Business Disability Forum has an ambitious digital strategy. We have invested substantially in the last few years to upgrade three of our digital products (website, Knowledge Hub, and a self-assessment management tool for our Members). 

About the role

Business Disability Forum has recently restructured its corporate services function. The Finance Manager role will be a pivotal position in the newly formed Resources Directorate. This role will work closely with the Resources Director and lead on financial management. In addition, the Finance Manager will have the remit to optimise and innovate our ways of working by embedding controls, automating processes (where feasible), optimising the use of our systems, and streamlining financial reporting.

Responsibilities

Management Accounts, Forecasts, Budgets:

• Complete the month-end close by ensuring all ledgers are up to date (AR, AP and GL) and all balance sheet reconciliations are complete. 
• Prepare the Management Accounts Pack (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow and Project reports) together with key variance analysis and commentary by working day 7. 
• Prepare full-year forecasts based on year-to-date performance, known variances/assumptions
• Work with the Director of Resources to prepare annual budgets and business plans.

Year-End Accounts:

• Prepare audit schedules and respond to audit queries. 
• Draft year-end statutory accounts in accordance with Charities SORP and FRS102.

Cash Management:

• Oversee/administer BACs payments as required and reconcile bank accounts.
• Manage company credit cards 
• Prepare cashflow forecasts 
• Manage investments, return on investments and reserves
• Participate in negotiations/discussions relating to funding requirements

Payroll, Statutory and Regulatory Returns:

• Supervise salary preparation, ensuring compliance with Inland Revenue regulations and that monthly/annual payments and returns are made on a timely and accurate basis.
• Ensure VAT records are maintained, returns submitted and payments made in compliance with VAT legislation.
• Ensure Companies House and Charities Commission returns are completed on time.

Finance Systems, Processes and Controls:

• Ensure balance sheet and profit & loss accounts are kept under regular reconciliation/review.
• Ensure that appropriate systems of financial control are maintained
• Review and update the financial controls and procedures manual as required. 
• Continue to strengthen internal controls and processes through system optimisation, automation and integration.

Internal:

• Director of Resources
• Other Directors and Heads of Department

External:

• Auditors
• Bank Manager
• Inland Revenue and HMRC
• Employee benefit providers
• Suppliers, Forum members and Associates

Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes

Experience & Knowledge:

• Experience in preparing monthly management reporting and year-end accounts.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of FRS102, Charities SORP, PAYE and VAT through experience and accountancy qualification.
• Finance systems knowledge, with experience of Sage Line 50 desirable. 
• Experience in the charity/not-for-profit sector would be advantageous
• Previous experience of system implementations desirable. 

Skills:

• Proven ability to prepare insightful management information packs, including KPI’s and dashboards. 
• Advanced use of Excel formulas.
• Excellent communication, written and presentation skills to be able to translate financial information for non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers to deliver budgets, forecasts, and project-level analysis. 
• Ability to identify where more efficient and simple processes can be introduced to support the organisation 
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Systematic and methodical approach to work and the ability to set priorities to meet deadlines, often at short notice

Attributes:

• Collaborative and relationship-focused approach, with a willingness to share learning and support colleagues across the organisation.
• A proactive, can-do mindset to drive organisational value and improve ways of working for all colleagues 
• Curiosity and a continuous learning approach, keeping abreast of sector developments and accounting updates. 
• Appreciation of the Business Disability Forum’s values and commitment to equality and inclusion. Patience and empathy.
• A genuine passion for their work and for the mission and vision of Business Disability Forum

Compensation & Benefits

• 25 days Annual leave plus statutory and bank holidays (usually 33 days in total)
• Workplace Pension Scheme 8% of gross salary.
• Permanent Health Insurance.
• Probationary period: Four months
• Group Death in Service (Life Assurance 3 x Annual Salary).
• Private Medical Insurance Scheme,
• Private Medical Cashback Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Working locations

• Hybrid model, working in the London office and remotely

How to apply

• Applications should be by CV and a supporting statement of up to 400 words, detailing why you think you would be suitable for the role. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please contact Barnaby Powell as set out below. Applications should be addressed to Barnaby Powell, HR & Office Manager, Business Disability Forum, Dowgate Hill House, 14-16 Dowgate Hill, London EC4R 2SU. If you are submitting your application by email, please do so to jobs @ businessdisabilityforum.org.uk
• If you have any questions, you can contact [email protected] or by telephone on 020-7403-3020.
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Interviews

• First interviews are planned for the week commencing 29th June 2026.
• Second interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing 6th July 2026.

Policies

We are committed to becoming disability-smart and an employer of choice irrespective of race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, or pregnancy and maternity. The ethical and business case of ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society is at the heart of what we do. When we are recruiting, disabled candidates who meet all of the criteria will be offered an interview.

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