Finance Manager

Job Title: Finance Manager

Working For: Policy Exchange

Location: London

Salary: Competitive

Length of Contract: Permanent

Job Details

Policy Exchange is the UK’s most influential independent think-tank with a strong record of achieving policy impact across a wide range of areas.

We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic person to manage the day-to-day financial needs of the company, including all bookkeeping, office supplier management, and assistance with annual financial planning.  Some additional basic HR support is also required.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, and working closely with her, responsibilities include:

• All day-to-day bookkeeping and cash flow management
• Manage Company supplier relationships and payments
• Assist with preparation of quarterly VAT returns
• Assist with day-to-day administration of Company pension scheme
• Assist external auditors with the annual Company audit
• Assist with annual budget forecasts
• Maintain staff holiday and sickness records
• Assist with day-to-day staff recruitment processes (placing job adverts, sifting replies etc.)
• Other ad hoc duties

To be a successful candidate, you will need

• Previous (3+ years) experience in a similar role
• Extensive experience of working with Sage 50 Accounts
• Advanced Excel skills
• A ‘can-do’ attitude – being proactive and solutions-focused in your approach
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Formal bookkeeping training would be an asset

The role is based in our Westminster offices 5 days a week but part time hours could be considered within that.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and appoint on merit.

Application Details

Please submit your CV along with a covering letter explaining your suitability for the role to sharon.hessey@policyexchange.org.uk 

Closing Date: Tuesday 30 September 2025