via Reed · 22 September 2026 ·4 days ago

Finance Manager

Charity Recruit
Reading Part-time GBP 42,900 – 42,900
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Part-Time Accountant – Charity Sector

Reading, Berkshire / Hybrid
15 hours per week £22 per hour Permanent

Are you an experienced Accountant looking for a genuinely flexible part-time role where your work can make a difference?

We’re recruiting on behalf of an established Reading-based charity for an experienced Part-Time Accountant to take ownership of its day-to-day finance function.

This is a varied, hands-on role covering everything from transactional accounting and reconciliations through to management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and providing meaningful financial insight to the leadership team and Trustees.

The organisation is keen to find someone who can work independently, take ownership and bring fresh ideas to the finance function. There is real scope for the right person to move beyond simply producing the numbers and help the charity make better use of its financial information through analysis, commentary and forward planning.

What you'll be doing

You’ll maintain accurate financial records, process payments and reconciliations, prepare management accounts and financial reports, monitor cash flow and support the annual budgeting and year-end process.

You'll also oversee resident-related financial accounts, liaise with payroll providers, banks and external auditors, and provide financial information and analysis to support management and Trustee decision-making.

The charity currently uses Xero alongside the Pyramid Housing Management system. Previous Pyramid experience isn't essential as training can be provided.

What we're looking for

You'll ideally be AAT qualified or have equivalent practical accounting experience, with a strong track record of maintaining financial records and producing management accounts.

You'll be confident using accounting software such as Xero and comfortable working independently across both the hands-on and analytical elements of a finance role.

Experience within a charity, housing or almshouse environment would be useful but isn't essential. More important is someone who is accurate, self-sufficient, approachable and interested in the purpose behind the numbers.

Flexibility

This is a permanent, 15-hour-per-week position with considerable flexibility around how those hours are structured.

You'll need to work some hours on a Monday, when the wider team comes together, and attend occasional meetings in Reading. Outside of this, there is flexibility to work from home or the office and to structure the remaining hours across the week.

Salary: £22 per hour
Hours: 15 hours per week
Location: Reading, Berkshire / Hybrid
Contract: Permanent

About Charity Recruit

Charity Recruit specialises in recruitment exclusively for the charity and not-for-profit sector. We work closely with organisations to understand not just the skills required for a vacancy, but the person who will thrive within their team and contribute to their purpose. We'll support you throughout the recruitment process, from your initial application through to interview and feedback.

Interested? Apply through Charity Recruit or contact us for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.

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