Accountant jobs in charing cross, greater london
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Our partner is seeking a consultant to conduct a review of its finance function, including structure, processes and systems with a view of improving effectiveness and efficiency. This exercise stems from the fact that the finance function of the organisation has developed organically over the course of the organisation’s life and growth, covering the expansion of programmes and the opening of new administrative offices.
Scope of the Review
- Review of the current structure - assess what functions are best delivered in each location, the skillset of finance staff and what capacity is needed in each location to deliver these services.
- Review of the processes and systems; and make recommendations on how processes might be streamlined to address bottlenecks and streamline these.
- Advise on how the finance function might operate more effectively as a global function
- Advise on what IT/systems solutions might further improve efficiency
Requirements
- A qualified senior finance professional with experience of change management within an international not for profit, specifically reviewing the structure of the finance function, undertaking in-depth review and analysis of global processes and systems.
- Experience of working in a complex grant-funded environment with knowledge of full grants cycle management.
- Strong relationship building, communication and influencing skills.
They anticipate this project to start in October 2025, ending in December 2025. The postholder will be working closely with the COO who has a vision of what the change process will entail, alongside two other significant pieces of work the organisation is undertaking at the same time.
Day rate commensurate based on experience.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance with a global organisation, on a full-time, 2-year FTC basis. As Head of Finance, you will lead on strategic financial planning and financial day to day management to advance the charity’s business model, financial sustainability and growth.
Please note, there is hybrid working in place with this organisation with 2 days per week required in their London office.
As Head of Finance, you will:
- Lead on strategic financial planning and financial management to advance the organisation’s business model, financial sustainability, and growth through long-range financial projection and planning, maximisation of income, and strong financial reporting
- Ensure that financial planning feeds into the organisation’s work planning process and supports the strategic objectives of the organisation
- Develop and maintain effective financial functions including budgeting, forecasting, production of quarterly management accounts, preparation of annual statutory accounts, and preparation of financial reports to funders, potential funders, and the Board of Trustees
- Manage compliance with UK and overseas legal, statutory accounting and regulatory requirements, including signing off on all statutory filings as required by the Charity Commission, Companies House, HMRC and the Pension Regulator
- Work with the Development & Outreach Team, the Senior Finance & Grants Officer and the Senior Coordinator for Grants to oversee preparation of proposals and budgets for prospective grants
The successful applicant will:
- Have significant demonstrable experience in finance within the charity sector, in a similar role
- Be ACA/ACCA/CCAB/CIMA fully qualified
- Have up-to-date knowledge of relevant UK charity statutory requirements e.g., SORP, Charity Accounting, IFRS/IAS
- Have significant all-round accounting, financial management, full grants cycle management, compliance, risk and financial sustainability experience, likely gained in an international charity, e.g. working in a multi-currency environment
- Have proven experience of presenting and working with Boards and Finance Committees
- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!
Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
The Organisation
This is a globally active organisation in the international development and human rights sector, with an annual income exceeding £5 million. It works across multiple regions to drive systemic change through advocacy, partnerships, and strategic programmes. The organisation is values-led, impact-focused, and committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and long-term sustainability.
The Job
We are recruiting a Head of Finance on behalf of a high-impact international organisation. This role will oversee strategic financial planning, compliance, and operational finance across a multi-currency, multi-country environment. You'll lead a team of three finance professionals and be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting, grant management, procurement, payroll, pensions, and financial systems. The role includes regular reporting to the Board of Trustees and collaboration with senior leaders to ensure financial integrity and value for money. This is a hybrid role based in London, with occasional international travel.
The Person
You are a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least five years' post-qualified experience in a senior finance role within the not-for-profit, international development, or social enterprise sector. You bring strong technical expertise in financial management, grant compliance, and strategic planning, ideally gained in a multi-currency environment. You're confident in presenting to Boards and donors, and proficient in financial systems such as Sun Systems, SAP Concur, QuickBooks or Sage. Advanced Excel skills are essential. You're a collaborative leader who can build capacity across teams, inspire a culture of financial excellence, and drive continuous improvement.
What's in It for You?
- Salary: £57,000 per annum, with annual increments
- Pension: Generous 10% employer contribution
- Contract: 2-year fixed term, with strong potential to become permanent
- Location: London-based, hybrid working (2 days onsite per week)
- International Travel: Opportunities to travel globally as needed
- Culture: Inclusive, values-driven environment committed to diversity, equity, safeguarding, and professional development
Please apply now to be considered!
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Head of Finance
Education for Industry Group
Full-Time
Permanent
Electra House – London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE
About the role
As Head of Finance for EFI Group, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the Group’s financial health, enhancing operational insight, and supporting strategic decision-making.
Reporting directly to the CFO, you’ll lead a high-performing finance team, deliver insightful financial reporting, and act as a key business partner across all functions and subsidiaries. You will take a lead on month-end processes and reporting and preparation for the annual audit. You’ll also line manage, coach, and support junior finance team members, while providing accurate and timely financial information to budget holders across the organisation. Experience with developing integrated finance systems (Sage Intacct is in use) and the ability to work independently are essential. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a collaborative finance team where your expertise will directly support key financial decisions and continuous improvement.
About you
- Qualifications: CCAB qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
- Experience and Team Leadership: Proven experience in a similar finance role, including managing a team.
- Expertise: Strong knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping and key accounting functions such as reconciliations and ledger management.
- Passion: Proactive, flexible, and a collaborative team player.
- Gravitas: Comfortable with business partnering at all levels of the business and liaising with external auditors and banks as needed.
If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.
Why The EFI?
We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:
- Funded professional qualifications, personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
- Generous and flexible leave options, including an around-the-world trip after five years of service.
- Market-leading family-friendly pay, including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
- Monthly wellbeing allowance and financial loan options to support your financial health.
Salary:
From £58,000 to £60,000 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience
How to apply/Next Steps:
Create an account via our website, click 'Start Application' and submit your completed application form. Please note as we are an education provider, we will need a completed Application Form.
Closing Date:
8am on Tuesday, 9 September 2025.
More Information/Contact us:
For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI website and refer to the job description.
The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.
Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.
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Are you an organised, proactive EA? Could you organise excellent international travel?
Join a small, globally minded grant-making foundation supporting their impactful work across Latin America, the Pacific, and Southeast Asia.
This role offers the opportunity to support a small but dynamic team working on issues including gender-based violence, rural health and education, and climate justice. As the Foundation continues to grow and refine its strategy, your support will be instrumental in ensuring smooth operations and effective governance.
You’ll work closely with the CEO and wider team to provide executive and administrative support across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
• Overseeing financial processes, including payments, expenses, and liaising with accountants
• Coordinating international travel and logistics for board meetings and field visits
• Maintaining internal records, contracts, and databases
• Supporting HR tasks such as payroll adjustments and contract updates
• Assisting with scheduling, email management, and team calendars
• Contributing to communications, including newsletters and website updates
• Supporting due diligence research for new grant partners
What You’ll Bring
• Proven experience in a PA, EA or Team Administration role,
• Strong organisational and analytical skills, with exemplary attention to detail
• Ability to anticipate needs, manage multiple tasks, and work independently
• Interest in international development or grant-making
• Confidence using MS Office (especially Excel) and financial systems
Desirable
- Spanish language skills (desirable but not essential)
- A track record of organising international travel
Doing Good Recruitment is committed to the highest standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. They actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics, as well as socio-economic background. We understand that applicants may not always meet every criterion listed in the job description, if you meet most, we encourage you to apply.
To help us monitor how we’re doing and identify any barriers in our recruitment process, we invite all applicants to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form found on the application page.
We believe that the organisations and people, that come together to make the world a better place, deserve the very best helping hand for hiring.
Financial Operations Lead | Permanent | London - Hybrid | £43,941 + Benefits
For a well-known UK charity, we're recruiting a Financial Operations Lead on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Financial Operations Lead will oversee all processing and reconciliation of financial transactions, accruals and prepayments, as well as VAT returns, and all day-to-day banking, credit card and investment matters. The Financial Operations Lead is a key role, supporting staff queries, liaising with HR on payroll returns, and supporting the development of robust month-end processes across the team.
What you'll be doing:
- Financial Transactions - support AP processing, and approval of invoices on the AR ledger
- Prepare payroll journals and reconcile all payroll information
- Prepare accruals and prepayments for income and expenditure and support month-end accounts
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and VAT returns
- Support year-end with the preparation of note to the accounts including payroll, banking, fixed assets and investments
- Liaise with bank, investment fund managers and credit card providers
- Support wider teams with finance queries, and financial compliance procedures
- Payroll - check all finance aspects of the payroll before final sign-off and work closely with HR team to ensure payroll system is compliant with HMRC guidelines
- Develop improvements within the finance ledger and HR systems, and support the training and roll-out of any new systems updates
What you'll offer us:
- Part-qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA)
- Experience of financial ledger packages, and automated payroll systems
- Experience preparing accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
- Experience preparing VAT and Payroll returns
- Strong people and process management
- Experience of developing and implementing robust financial processes and systems
- Attention to detail, a love of people, and a heap of self-motivation!
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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
People’s Palace Projects (PPP) is a research-led arts charity based at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) and a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO) of Arts Council England (ACE). We develop collaborative arts-based projects with artists, activists, academics, policy advocates, and audiences to address social and climate injustices in the UK, Brazil and beyond. Over the past 28 years, PPP has gained national and international recognition for extensive work exploring the power of creative practices and partnering with marginalised communities to drive change.
The next five years (2025-2030) will focus on expanding research supported by leadership transition, strengthening capacity, and strategic development, while maintaining core values of collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation. At this exciting moment, PPP is seeking a new General Manager (part-time) to deliver and develop the financial, administrative, and HR systems that anchor our energetic programme of arts research activity and support our committed team to flourish.
Job Description
- Title: General Manager
- Hours of work: 22.5 hours per week (0.6FTE)
- Salary: £43,000 FTE (£25,800 actual)
- Location: PPP office, Queen Mary University of London Mile End campus.
- Hybrid homeworking is available, and there will be an occasional requirement to attend events or meetings elsewhere.
- Reporting to: Executive Director (ED)
- Supervising: Administration & Finance Officer (A&FO)
- Notice period: 3 months (either side)
Key Objectives
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To lead on the Financial Accounting & Management, Human Resources, and Administration functions of People’s Palace Projects (PPP), working closely with the Directors and A&FO.
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To support the operations of PPP’s Board of Trustees, including managing the business planning process.
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To manage statistical monitoring and funder reporting.
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To contribute to PPP’s overall strategic development as a member of the Governance Group (senior management team).
A thorough list of the role's duties and responsibilities, along with the person specification, can be found in the attached application pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking to recruit a Finance Manager to join our team based in London. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of circa £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
This role is Hybrid.
Are you a qualified finance professional ready to make an impact in a nationally significant cultural institution? The Royal Air Force Museum is looking for a proactive Finance Manager to support both the Museum and its Trading Company (RAFMEL) during an exciting period of growth and transformation.
We are a National Museum, a registered charity, and a non-departmental public body (NDPB), with vibrant public sites in London and the Midlands and a stored collection in Stafford. Our mission is to share the RAF story – past, present and future – through the people who shape it and the collections we preserve.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a Carbon Literate organisation and as such promotes Carbon Literacy.
About the Role:
As part of a small and dedicated finance team, you will take on a broad and varied portfolio. This includes full responsibility for financial and management reporting for RAF Museum Enterprises Limited (RAFMEL), and supporting the Head of Finance with reporting and analysis across the wider Museum.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead all financial and management reporting activities for RAFMEL
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
- Monitor, maintain, and improve internal financial controls
- Collaborate with non-finance teams across the Museum to ensure accurate and timely financial data
- Support the implementation of process improvements and new financial initiatives
- Provide insight and clarity through accurate, first-time reporting
About You:
- A qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong technical skills
- Highly proficient in Excel; experience with Sage 200 is a strong advantage
- Comfortable working independently, while also being a collaborative team player
- A confident communicator able to build relationships across departments
- Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and proactive in problem-solving
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the financial health of a respected national organisation while supporting its charitable and commercial activities.
Closing date for applications: 7 September 2025
Interviews will take place on: 17 September 2025
If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey, please visit the jobs page on our website for further information. Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force’s story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you!
The Organisation
An independent think-tank based in London.
The Job
We are recruiting Finance Business Partners to support research teams and collaborate closely with the central finance team. In this role, you will be part of a research centre, working with budget holders and research leads to provide an effective and efficient financial service. Research funding comes from a mixture of grants/contracts from government, foundations, and (to a lesser extent) corporates.
Responsibilities will include producing regular quarterly forecasts and the annual budget, supporting project costing, overseeing financial management of research projects, and providing variance analysis. You will also collaborate on the production of management accounts, support financial accruals and income recognition, and contribute to the preparation of annual statutory accounts. Additionally, you will oversee auditing processes, ensure project reporting meets funding requirements, and support the implementation of a new finance system.
The Person
We are looking for an ACA/CA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant with experience in business partnering, financial project management, and setting budgets and forecasts. Experience in the charity/not-for-profit sector is advantageous, as is knowledge of different funders, philanthropic foundations, government departments, international organisations, businesses, and NGOs (grants and donor reporting). The ideal candidate will be able to present financial information clearly, work with accuracy and consistency, balance multiple deadlines, and have a proactive, self-motivating, and collaborative approach. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels are essential.
What's in it for you?
The salary available for this role is up to £60,000 per year. The organisation offers approximately 30 days' annual leave (plus public holidays), pension salary exchange (6% employer contribution), an employee assistance programme, parental leave, flexible working, and other benefits designed to suit your lifestyle. Lunch is provided free every Tuesday and Wednesday. This is a full-time, permanent role with a hybrid working arrangement, requiring a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. The organisation is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. All of this is provided in a professional, engaging, and intellectually stimulating environment.
Please apply now to be considered!
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The Organisation
An independent think-tank based in London.
The Job
We are recruiting Finance Business Partners to support research teams and collaborate closely with the central finance team. In this role, you will be part of a research centre, working with budget holders and research leads to provide an effective and efficient financial service. Research funding comes from a mixture of grants/contracts from government, foundations, and (to a lesser extent) corporates.
Responsibilities will include producing regular quarterly forecasts and the annual budget, supporting project costing, overseeing financial management of research projects, and providing variance analysis. You will also collaborate on the production of management accounts, support financial accruals and income recognition, and contribute to the preparation of annual statutory accounts. Additionally, you will oversee auditing processes, ensure project reporting meets funding requirements, and support the implementation of a new finance system.
The Person
We are looking for an ACA/CA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant with experience in business partnering, financial project management, and setting budgets and forecasts. Experience in the charity/not-for-profit sector is advantageous, as is knowledge of different funders, philanthropic foundations, government departments, international organisations, businesses, and NGOs (grants and donor reporting). The ideal candidate will be able to present financial information clearly, work with accuracy and consistency, balance multiple deadlines, and have a proactive, self-motivating, and collaborative approach. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels are essential.
What's in it for you?
The salary available for this role is up to £60,000 per year. The organisation offers 29 days' annual leave (plus public holidays), pension salary exchange (6% employer contribution), an employee assistance programme, parental leave, flexible working, and other benefits designed to suit your lifestyle. Lunch is provided free every Tuesday and Wednesday. This is a full-time, permanent role with a hybrid working arrangement, requiring a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. The organisation is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. All of this is provided in a professional, engaging, and intellectually stimulating environment.
Please apply now to be considered!
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We’re a small but growing charity, and strong financial systems are essential to everything we do. This role offers the chance to take ownership of our finance function, improve processes, and help ensure UKMSA can thrive well into the future.
As Finance Manager, you’ll be responsible for both the day-to-day financial operations and the wider financial strategy of the charity. You’ll be hands-on with routine finance tasks, from processing transactions and reconciling accounts to managing invoices and payments and liaising with our payroll provider. You will also lead the systems, reporting and planning that underpins UKMSA’s long-term sustainability and impact.
You’ll ensure our finances are accurate, up-to-date, and well-documented, providing clear reporting and insight to support confident decision-making. Alongside the day-to-day work, you’ll prepare management accounts, forecasts and budgets; oversee both restricted and unrestricted income; produce year-end accounts and the annual financial report; lead the annual budgeting process; and provide trusted financial advice to colleagues and trustees to keep us on track with our strategic goals.
UKMSA exists to support the vitality, creativity and sustainability of Men’s Sheds, and to amplify the voices and impact of Shedders. As Finance Manager, you’ll work in partnership with the Director of Income and Investment, playing a key role in making sure UKMSA is financially secure, transparent, and able to increase and develop our support for the Shedding movement.
This is a varied and practical role, ideal for someone with a recognised accountancy qualification and experience in charity finance. You’ll be confident using AccountsIQ (or similar systems), able to manage detail while keeping an eye on the bigger picture, and comfortable explaining financial information to non-finance colleagues. Just as importantly, you’ll thrive in a mission-led environment where collaboration, trust, and purpose matter.
Closing Date:- 1200hrs 10th September 2025
First Interview:- 18th Septemeber 2025
We are the support body for Men’s Sheds across the UK. We work hard to inspire and support the development of Men's Sheds.





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Group Financial Controller | £675 - £700 per day (Umbrella) | Hybrid | London | 12-months
For a large international organisation, we are recruiting an Interim Group Financial Controller to focus on their short-term cash flow forecast model, intercompany, and trapped cash. Critically, this role will fully implement and embed the use of a 13-week short term cashflow forecast and will oversee the cash repatriation to the UK from overseas entities, liaising with Treasury, Tax, FP&A, Group Statutory Reporting, and the MSP. The Group Financial Controller will also lead monthly close, balance sheet integrity, intercompany processes and compliance, and develop insight and understanding of the company's working capital to drive initiatives to optimise.
Main Duties:
- Fully develop and embed the short-term 13-week cash flow forecast and process notes with the goal of transferring this to the MSP
- Coordinate work across Financial Control, Tax, and Treasury to improve cash repatriations to the UK (trapped cash)
- Leadership of change across global financial control activities including monthly-close, balance sheet integrity, intercompany processes and financial regulation compliance
- Partner with business units and regions to support change in the transactional finance activities, monthly close and financial compliance is carried out.
- Lead multiple stakeholders across territories to ensure consistent standards and performance including interaction with the MSP
- Drive improvement in understanding and reporting of working capital across the group and entities
- Key role in co-ordinating activity across Treasury, Tax, FP&A, Group Statutory reporting and the Managed Service Provider as well as overseas Finance teams to maximise accuracy
- Ensure strong Audit readiness, managing relationships with internal / external auditors
- Line management of 3 Finance Controllers (functional and business units)
Person Specification:
- Qualified Accountant with proven experience at Group-level Financial Control
- Experience of embedding and managing short-term cash-flow models and forecasting
- Experience of trapped cash and the repatriation of cash across multiple territories to the UK
- Strong intercompany experience
- Strong experience of bid data
- Experience of leading a geographically dispersed and culturally diverse team
- Experience leading a Finance team supporting multiple business models
- Experience working in a matrix management structure
- SAP experience
- Shared Services experience
- Experience of leading large change projects / initiatives
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Job Title: Head of Corporate Services
Reports to: Director of Finance & Corporate Services
Salary: £51,014
Contract: Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: Flexible, with substantial travel required
Join the Liberal Democrats as a Corporate Services Leader!
Are you an experienced professional with a passion for driving organisational excellence? The Liberal Democrats are looking for a dynamic and strategic professional to lead our core internal functions—Finance, HR, IT, and Office Management—ensuring they are efficient, compliant, and aligned with our wider mission.
About the Role
As Head of Corporate Services, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Party’s day-to-day operations and long-term strategy. You’ll lead a talented team and be responsible for fostering a high-performing, values-driven workplace culture. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Corporate Services, you’ll manage a diverse team and collaborate with stakeholders to drive growth and electoral success.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee financial management, including budgets and monthly reporting
- Lead and implement HR strategies covering policy, recruitment, L&D, and employee relations.
- Drive strategies for office management and hybrid working arrangements.
- Foster a supportive, engaged, and high-performing team culture.
- Manage payroll, health and safety, and key organisational projects.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a confident and capable leader with:
- Strong financial expertise, including experience managing organisational budgets and financial reporting.
- Ability to provide HR leadership across a 60+ person organisation.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and work collaboratively.
- A solution-focused, strategic mindset—able to balance long-term vision with day-to-day delivery.
- Alignment with the aims and values of the Liberal Democrats.
Desirable Qualifications
- ACCA, CIMA, or MCIPD qualification (or equivalent experience).
- Experience working with volunteers and understanding their needs.
- You will be accredited to CIPD level 7 or qualified by experience.
- Sympathy with the aims and values of the Liberal Democrats.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the internal engine of a values-led political party at a crucial time for the country. If you’re ready to make a real difference and help build a better future, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us and help make our country better!
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Head of Finance
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per year, depending on experience
Location: West London, hybrid working available
Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week
This London based community charity manages public spaces, delivers cultural and wellbeing programmes, and partners with local groups to create opportunity. From green spaces and learning hubs to cultural events and youth projects, their work touches thousands of lives.
As Head of Finance, you’ll make sure every pound is spent wisely, enabling ambitious projects and supporting the community to thrive.
Joining the Executive Team and playing a central role in shaping the charity’s future, you will:
- Lead, manage and continually improve the finance function
- Provide accurate, timely financial reports to the CEO, Executive Team and Trustees
- Be Executive Lead for the Finance, Audit & Risk Committee
- Oversee financial accounts, forecasting and reporting for large-scale programmes and estate developments
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including annual audits and reporting to the Charity Commission and Companies House
- Monitor cash flow, reserves and performance against the annual business plan
- Contribute to cross-organisation strategy and support colleagues on shared initiatives
- Lead and develop a small Finance team, including the Senior Finance Manager, Debt Recovery Consultant, Development Partnerships Lead and two Finance Officers
- Oversee IT and systems to ensure they are efficient, modern and aligned with organisational needs
This is a role where you’ll work closely with colleagues across all departments, ensuring the charity has the financial insight and stability to deliver life-changing projects.
About you
You’ll be a qualified accountant with senior finance leadership experience, ideally gained within a charity. You’ll bring:
- Confidence in leading finance operations and processes with strong attention to detail
- Experience of statutory reporting, VAT (including partial exemption) and financial compliance in a charity setting
- The ability to explain complex financial information clearly to colleagues and trustees
- Experience of introducing improved reporting tools and supporting others to use them
- Proven success in managing and developing teams
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the credibility and gravitas to influence at senior level
- A collaborative mindset – you thrive when working across teams to achieve shared goals
Benefits:
- Great location in West London with good transport links
- Flexible working of up to 2 days per week from home (once probation period completed)
- Investor in People (IiP) employer
- Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days (pro-rated) per year statutory bank holidays
- Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
- Pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Sick pay scheme
- Season ticket / bicycle loan
- Free eye test voucher
Application Process
Please send your CV and a covering letter no later than midday Thursday 28th August.
Interviews are expected to take place during the first two weeks of September (dates to be confirmed). The selection process is likely to consist of a single in-person, competency-based interview with a presentation, held at the organisation’s West London offices.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Do you want to play a key role developing and delivering partnerships with the business community to support St Mungo’s mission to end homelessness?
This post is offered as a fixed term contract until 11/12/2026 (maternity cover), or secondment for internal applicants.
We are looking for someone who can lead a dynamic and ambitious team in the role of Corporate Partnerships Manager. Over recent years, St Mungo’s has seen significant growth in corporate partnerships. We are proud to have a number of long-term relationships with companies from a range of sectors including, Mace, Bloomberg and Taylor Wimpey who share our commitment to ending homelessness and rebuilding lives.
Reporting to the Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager this role will be responsible for managing the account management team and developing a strategic approach to account management across the corporate partnerships function.
In this role you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Tower Hill, London. This allows for in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo’s London or regional locations.
About you
We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience managing and developing a corporate partnerships account management team within a charity setting. You will have experience of managing and developing your own portfolio of strategic partnerships, ideally from a combination of B2B and B2C companies.
The successful candidate will be an exceptional relationship builder, confident working with, and influencing, a variety of internal and external stakeholders. This will be complimented with excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong planning and organisational skills and the ability to effectively prioritise your own time and workload to manage conflicting priorities.
Our clients and supporters are at the heart of everything we do, overall we are looking for someone who shares our vision, passion and commitment to ending homelessness.
How to apply
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
Closing date: 10 am on 15 September 2025
Interview and assessments: 24-26 September 2025
We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level.
What we offer
- Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
- A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
- Great Pay and Other Benefits