Finance Manager

Organisation

Bowls England

Salary

£23,000 - £28,000

Location

Hybrid - Victoria Park, Leamington Spa, Homeworking and some travel may be required

Contract type

(Part time)

Closing date

16 November 2026

Interview date

18 November 2026

Job Description

Bowls England is seeking a Finance Manager (Part-Time) who will be responsible for the financial management and oversight of Bowls England and Coach Bowls, providing both strategic financial support and hands-on management of the finance function. Responsibilities include management and Board reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash-flow management, cost analysis, financial controls, payroll, pensions, VAT, statutory compliance, year-end accounts and audit, alongside management of the Finance Officer. The role also encompasses oversight of organisational insurance, property and tenant financial matters and club loans. This varied role provides financial insight and support across wider risk, governance and organisational change initiatives. This is a unique chance to gain invaluable experience in the sports and events industry, being a part of the core delivery team for the World Bowls Championship 2027 . Working within a small, hands-on team in a National Governing Body, you will have the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of planning and delivery elements, gaining broad exposure and personal development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities
• Management accounts & Board reporting: Preparing monthly management accounts, journals, variance analysis and commentary, providing clear financial information to the CEO and Board.
• Budgeting, forecasting & cost analysis: Leading/supporting annual budgets, working with budget holders, maintaining cash-flow forecasts, analysing expenditure and identifying financial implications, trends and areas requiring attention.
• Financial controls & month end: Managing balance-sheet and bank reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, journals, debtors and creditors, and investigating unusual variances. Leading on stock management.
• Team management: Managing one member of the finance team, providing oversight, support and direction.
• Banking & payments: Managing payment runs, online banking transactions, bank reconciliations and payment authorisation.
• Payroll, pensions & HMRC: Managing payroll, pensions, associated reconciliations and statutory HMRC submissions.
• VAT & statutory compliance: Managing quarterly VAT returns, annual VAT reviews and supporting wider statutory and Companies House requirements.
• Year-end & audit: Preparing year-end schedules, supporting the external audit and liaising with accountants/auditors through to preparation of statutory accounts.
• Insurance: Overseeing the combined insurance arrangements, liaising with insurers and supporting the management of appropriate organisational insurance cover.
• Property & tenant matters: Managing the financial aspects of the Worthing office, including ongoing negotiations with tenants regarding backdated cost adjustments.
• Risk & governance: Playing an active role in the risk audit, bringing a financial and controls perspective to organisational risk management.
• Organisational change: Opportunity to work with Leadership Team, team leading the proposed merger and Business Change committee, contributing financial insight and practical input into organisational change and decision making.
• Funding & grants: Supporting funding submissions and preparing financial returns to Sport England and other funding bodies.
• Development loans & club support: Providing support on complex club financial queries and managing financial due diligence relating to development loans.
• Finance systems: Overseeing Xero administration, including reconciliations, debtor/creditor management, coding accuracy and financial records. Person Specification – Experience During the application process, we hope you’ll evidence ‐ Essential
• Previous experience working in Finance, ideally, but not necessarily, within the sports industry. • Proven ability to work effectively with diverse groups, fostering collaboration and maximising individual performance. • Proficient in Microsoft Office and payroll platforms
• Commercial awareness: Understanding how financial decisions affect business performance. • Strategic planning: Contributing to business plans and long-term financial objectives.
• Cost optimisation: Identifying savings and improving operational efficiency.
• Performance management: Using KPIs to assess business performance and recommend improvements.
• Continuous improvement: Streamlining financial processes and strengthening internal controls.

Person Specification – Skills and Behaviours Whilst also demonstrating you are ‐
• An excellent and willing team‐player capable of acting on instructions and getting the best out of other people when working within a team or leading others. • Highly organised with attention to detail and able to integrate a number of concurrent work‐streams.
• Up for a challenge and have a positive, energising, can‐do attitude. • Hard working and accountable, with an appetite for continuous improvement.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends during events when required. • Committed to the success of the 2027 World Bowls Championship Benefits & Working Environment

• Salary: £23,000–£28,000 per annum (21 hours per week) depending on experience.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Company pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays (including office closure over Christmas).
• Complimentary access to Bowls England events and partner benefits. • A unique opportunity to be part of the delivery of a world-class international sporting event.
• Professional development budget and structured performance reviews.
• A supportive, collaborative and dynamic team culture in a small, purpose-driven organisation, with access to training opportunities. Equal Opportunities Statement Bowls England is committed to being an inclusive employer and values diversity. Recruitment decisions are made on the basis of skills, experience, and organisational fit.

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability to Darren Butler (People Officer) at ourfuture@bowlsengland.com with the subject line "Finance Manager". The closing date is Monday 16 November 2026 at 0900, with initial interviews to be held during the week commencing Monday 16th November 2026.

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