Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Charites Finance Officer to join our busy Charity Finance Team.
We’re excited to be recruiting for a passionate and driven  Senior Charites Finance Officer to be an integral part of a high-quality Financial Services Function. 
We are looking for an individual who is an experienced, highly organised and motivated individual, who likes to work on their own but can work well as part of a team with a ‘positive can-do attitude and a passion for giving back.  

You’ll be responsible for providing financial support to the Charity Finance Team, managing your own workload and providing complex charitable information as required.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will assist in producing the Statement of Financial Position and Activities and cash flow on a monthly basis.  Contribute to the production of the Finance Report for the Charitable Funds Committee and the Charity Accounts.

Identify and implement service development, delivering efficiencies in line with the Charity Strategy and ensuring service delivery and the completion of statutory returns.

Manage and complete Legacy Administration including, liaising with Executors of Wills, Legacy fundraisers.  Leading on the co-ordination and planning of Legacy Administration with the fundraising team.

Manage the administration of the Staff Lottery including the completion of the committee reports and appropriate returns.

Contribute to the development of the Annual Planning cycle, and complete budget monitoring and income trend analysis.

Be a point of contact offering advice and guidance which is set out by the Charity Trustee and Charity Commission policies.

Maintain and develop controls ensuring all expenditure charged to the Charity is appropriate.

Provide line management to the Charities Finance Assistant and Charities Senior Finance Officer and trainees, ensuring appropriate appraisal, supervision and objective setting.

Develop and maintain “working relationships” with the Trust’s external and internal auditors, and other external bodies as appropriate.

Produce and maintain appropriate procedure notes relating to areas of responsibility.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.
With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.
Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.
At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes. 
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.
At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.