Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Are you an experienced finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact in education across sub-Saharan Africa

Position: Finance ManagerLocation: Remote (UK-based), with occasional travel as requiredHours: Full-time (35 hours per week), with flexibility for 70%–80% part-time arrangementsContract: Two years, with possible renewal subject to fundingSalary: £40 - £55k per annum, depending on experienceClosing Date: Wednesday 30th July 2025 at 5pm GMT

About the Role We’re looking for a motivated and detail-driven Finance Manager to join ESSA’s international team and lead our UK financial operations. This vital role will support both UK and global finance functions, ensuring high-quality financial reporting, audit preparation, budgeting and compliance.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing monthly management accounts and variance analysis
Leading year-end and audit processes for ESSA’s UK operations
Ensuring compliance with charity accounting standards and SORP
Managing financial reporting for donor-funded projects, including the African Centre for School Leadership (ACSL)
Supporting budget development, forecasting and reforecasting
Strengthening finance systems and controls, and developing financial capacity across the team

About You We’re looking for a qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent) with:

At least 5 years’ experience in a finance role in a UK-registered charity
Strong knowledge of UK charity accounting regulations and SORP
Experience managing audits and supporting cross-border operations
Advanced Excel and financial systems skills (AccountsIQ or QuickBooks an advantage)
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to communicate financial information clearly
The confidence to work independently in a remote, international team

Experience working in Africa or the international development or education sectors would be an advantage.

About the Organisation Education Sub Saharan Africa (ESSA) improves education outcomes across sub-Saharan Africa by using data and evidence to drive change. We work in partnership with researchers, educators, policymakers and employers to co-design solutions that strengthen education systems. Our values – evidence-driven, solutions-focused, building trust, and always learning – shape everything we do.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity Finance Manager, International Finance Lead, Head of Finance, Programme Finance Manager, Accountant – INGO, Financial Controller, Grants & Compliance Manager, Remote Finance Manager.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation