If you are a finance professional working in the charity sector or wishing to bring your
skills to the community sector, this could be to role for you.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our busy non profit youth project as finance and operations
manager to support the growth of our organisation. Reporting directly to the Directors, the post
holder will be responsible for financial and operational functions within the organisation. The role
includes the development of our existing financial systems which will ensure we are prepared
for the next phase of growth. The role also includes working with the Directors to manage the
transition from CIC to CIO.
About PZN Youth
PZN Youth is a safe, welcoming space in the heart of Penzance for young people aged 11–17
and sometimes beyond. We run free, open-access youth club sessions from our building
on Alverton Street, offering a place to relax, make friends and get involved in creative activities,
games, trips and projects.
Finance and Operations Manager Key responsibilities
● Financial Planning: Develop and manage budget, forecasts, and long-term financial
plans.
● Reporting and Analysis: Produce accurate and timely financial reports for Directors
and other stakeholders. Interpret financial data to provide insights and advise on
strategies.
● Fundraising support: Provide financial input for funding applications
● Financial Operations: Set up and manage internal payroll. Oversee other financial
activities, including day to day bookkeeping
● Risk and Compliance: Ensure the organisation complies with financial regulations and
conduct financial risk management.
● Strategic Guidance: Provide data-driven advice on spending to help the organisation
achieve long term sustainability
● Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to financial procedures,
and systems to increase efficiency and transparency.

● Compliance: Ensure compliance with CIC regulations, HMRC, and Companies House
requirements.
● Transition from CIC to CIO: Manage the logistics of the transition from a CIC
(Community Interest Company) registered with companies house to a CIO (Charitable
Incorporated Organisation) registered with the Charity Commission and ensuring
associated compliance.

What we are looking for
Do you share our passion of providing an inclusive, safe, and welcoming space for all young
people? Are you committed to adapting to the needs and interests of our youth to provide
opportunities to explore new options?
● Technical Skills:
○ Strong knowledge of accounting principles
○ Proficiency in financial software
○ Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
● Analytical and Problem-Solving:
○ Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data.
○ A keen attention to detail and an ability to identify and solve financial issues.
● Leadership and Communication:
○ Excellent written and verbal communication skills to explain financial information
to non-finance professionals.
○ Able to work upon own initiative and manage tasks appropriately
● Qualifications and experience :
○ Professional certification such as AAT, ACA, ACCA, or CIMA level 3+
○ Extensive experience in finance or accounting
○ Experience working in the charity sector

To apply
Please send your CV and a Cover Letter  to hello@pznyouth.org telling us why you are the right person for this role. 

Closing date 12th May 2026.