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Compassion in World Farming International is a global movement transforming the future of food and farming. As Global Accounts Receivable Assistant, you’ll help ensure supporter income is recorded accurately and efficiently, supporting the financial data that enables our teams to keep driving change for animals, people and the planet.
Global Accounts Receivable Assistant
Role type: Permanent; Full-time or part-time hours considered, minimum 0.8 FTE
Location: Godalming HQ, UK, hybrid working pattern, 2 days in the office per week
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum (depending upon skills and experience)
About the role
As our Global Accounts Receivable Assistant, you’ll be part of our Finance team, helping to maintain timely and accurate recording of supporter income across our global entities. This is a key role supporting the financial processes that underpin our fundraising activity and wider mission to end factory farming.
As our Global Accounts Receivable Assistant, you’ll be responsible for:
- Recording global donations accurately - Downloading and posting accounts receivable income received for all entity bank accounts, ensuring clear audit trails are maintained.
- Supporting accurate financial coding - Amending postings to reflect accurate campaign codes and responding to reconciliation queries around donation recording.
- Flagging issues and queries appropriately - Escalating refunds, disputes, discrepancies and inaccuracies to the right manager or senior colleague for review.
- Supporting improvements to procedures and systems - Helping to test system and procedural updates, query discrepancies in existing processes and provide constructive feedback where needed.
- Working collaboratively across teams - Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Finance, Marketing and Fundraising, and directing donation queries to the correct point of contact.
About you
To succeed as our Global Accounts Receivable Assistant, you’ll be organised, accurate and proactive, with a positive approach to routine administrative work and a genuine interest in supporting a purpose-led Finance function.
Skills and experience you’ll need to bring:
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications, internet use and confidence using basic Excel formulas.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to set high standards for your own work and maintain accurate records.
- Sound judgement and the confidence to make timely decisions at the appropriate level, including knowing when to escalate to a manager or Financial Controller.
- Good time management skills, with the ability to plan and organise your workload and manage busy periods effectively.
- A collaborative and respectful approach, recognising the perspectives and values of others and communicating positively with colleagues across the organisation.
- A proactive mindset, with a willingness to learn, support agreed processes and contribute to continuous improvement.
- Previous experience working with CRM and ERP Systems such as Salesforce and Netsuite
If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you could thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Why join us
This is more than just a finance role. It’s a chance to use your accuracy, organisation and attention to detail to support a global movement working to end factory farming and create a more compassionate future.
We offer a supportive, flexible workplace with a strong focus on wellbeing and development, including:
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Health Cash Back Plan and 24/7 GP access
- Employee Assistance Programme and MHFA support
- Premium Calm App subscription
- Electric car scheme available
- Defined contribution pension scheme
- Enhanced discretionary sick pay
- Hybrid working model (role and location dependent)
- Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station
- Cycle Benefit scheme and other savings options
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
How to apply and key dates
If you’re ready to make a global impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification. To support a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we kindly ask that you do not include a photo in your CV.
Please note that we may begin interviews on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Closing date: Thursday 17th September 2026
1st Stage (Teams) Interview: Anticipated planned dates Tuesday 22nd and Thursday 24th September 2026
2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interview, with task: Anticipated planned Tuesday 29th September 2026
“Join us in building a more compassionate future for animals, people, and the planet.”
As part of Stage 1 interviews, shortlisted candidates may receive pre‑shared, values‑based interview questions to support a positive candidate experience. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we’re always happy to support candidates.
About Compassion
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming. Founded in 1967 by British farmer Peter Roberts, we’ve spent over 50 years driving change, successfully campaigning to ban cruel practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow stalls across the UK and Europe.
Our work combines advocacy, campaigning, and collaboration with policymakers and businesses to promote animal welfare and sustainable food systems. We envision a future where animals are treated with compassion, and farming supports both people and the planet. To learn more about our mission, culture, and opportunities, please explore our Candidate Pack, and Careers Page.
To comply with legal requirements in the UK and internationally, all applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the country where the role is based.
Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming.



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We are looking for a conscientious Finance & Administration Officer, to join our Finance team on a one-year maternity contract. You will process financial transactions, maintain accurate records, reconcile accounts and support month-end and annual reporting activities. You will work closely with the Head of Finance, Financial Accountant and wider Secretariat teams to ensure effective financial administration and compliance.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance administrator or finance officer looking to develop their career within a respected humanitarian organisation.
About you
We're looking for someone who combines strong financial administration skills with excellent attention to detail and a collaborative approach. You must be detail-oriented with a zeal to support the financial backbone of the secretariat. You must demonstrate strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities.
Some of the key criterion for this role include:
- Experience in processing invoices and handling supplier payment queries.
- Experience of bank, cash and credit card reconciliations.
- Experience using finance systems and reporting tools
- Understanding of accounting and bookkeeping procedures.
- Knowledge of charity finance processes and compliance.
- Previous administrative experience in a busy office environment, being proactive and demonstrating excellent organisational and time-management skills, to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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The DEC is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable adults and participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
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The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynecology, bringing together professionals from more than 139 countries and territories. For over 70 years, FIGO has collaborated with the world’s top health, rights, and donor bodies. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization and consultative status with the United Nations.
FIGO is dedicated to the improvement of the health and rights of women and girls and to the reduction of disparities in health care, as well as to advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynecology. We pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy, and capacity building with our member societies.
Financial control responsibility for accurate, complete, Charity SORP compliant balances in the balance sheet. Review of all monthly balance sheet reconciliations, completeness and of income and expenditure lines and controls accounts. This includes ownership of fixed assets register, KPIs for debtor and creditors aged balances, correct processing of taxes (PAYE/NI and VAT) and banking administration.
Responsible for administering the Procurement Policy and Delegation of Authority. Manage and delegate the financial systems. This includes all aspects of systems management, continuous development and full utilisation of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) cloud-based software. Lead and support system-led financial and procedural controls to elevate current practices to meet best practices in accounting and reporting as per IFRS102 and Charity SORP regulatory standards. The role includes change management and process embedding, upskilling end-users and improving user experience.
Business partner across internal and external stakeholders to ensure reporting requirements are met. Achieve high level of assurance and integrity in reports including interrogation and correction as required. Support variance analysis and commentaries on all levels of reporting.
Support finance colleagues in delivery of overall Finance objectives when required i.e. absence cover and deputise for the Head of Finance.
HOW TO APPLY
- To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in this opportunity via the Apply button. Please note that applications without a cover letter may not be considered.
- Closing Date for applications: Tuesday 22nd September 11.30pm
- Interviews will take place w/c 28th September
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO THOSE WHO HAVE THE RIGHT TO RESIDE AND WORK IN THE UK. WE WILL EXPECT RELEVANT PROOF OF SUCH IF ASKED FOR AN INTERVIEW (PLEASE DO NOT SEND THIS INFORMATION WITH YOUR APPLICATION, THANK YOU).
FIGO is the only organisation that brings together professional societies of obstetricians and gynecologists on a global basis.
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Help us make a bigger difference to families
Home-Start Barnet, Brent & Harrow supports families with young children through challenging times. We are looking for an experienced and organised Finance & Business Manager to ensure our charity’s finances and core business functions run smoothly.
This is a varied, hands-on role within a friendly and committed team. You will lead our day-to-day financial management while overseeing governance administration, HR processes, contracts and organisational systems.
What you’ll do
You will:
- Produce management accounts, budgets, forecasts and financial reports.
- Monitor income, expenditure and cash flow.
- Oversee QuickBooks and the work of our Finance Administrator.
- Provide financial information for funders, the CEO and Trustees.
- Coordinate governance, compliance and risk-management processes.
- Oversee routine HR administration and work with our external HR advisers.
- Manage key suppliers, contracts, insurance and IT support.
- Line manage the Finance Administrator and work closely with the Office Administrator.
- Improve systems and help the charity work more efficiently.
About you
You will have:
- Strong charity finance or business-management experience.
- Practical experience of using QuickBooks and producing management reports.
- A relevant finance qualification, such as AAT Level 3 or 4, or equivalent practical experience.
- A good understanding of budgets, financial controls and reconciliations.
- Experience of governance, HR administration, contracts or office systems.
- Experience of supervising or managing staff.
- Excellent organisation, accuracy and attention to detail.
- The confidence to take ownership, work independently and communicate clearly.
You will be practical, approachable and comfortable working across different areas in a small charity. You will enjoy improving systems, solving problems and helping colleagues do their jobs effectively.
The role is office based and requires someone who can stay focussed and productive, working around a busy team
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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A fantastic opportunity to join the Cure Parkinson’s Finance team – a medical research charity supporting research to slow, stop or reverse Parkinson’s. Working closely with the Finance Manager, this role will support the day-to-day financial operations of the charity, helping to ensure supporter donations and charitable funds are managed effectively and efficiently. The Finance team plays a crucial role across the organisation, working collaboratively with fundraising, research and operational colleagues to provide accurate financial information, safeguard charity funds and maximise the amount available to invest in pioneering Parkinson’s research. This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation and make a meaningful contribution to the search for a cure.
As our Accounts Officer, you will have previous experience in a finance role and be part-qualified or qualified AAT (or equivalent). You will have a good working knowledge of accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, financial reporting and journals, along with strong Excel and organisational skills. A proactive and detail-oriented finance professional, you will be looking to develop your career in the charity sector while applying your skills to a cause that changes lives. You will require excellent communication and relationship-building skills as you will work with colleagues across the organisation and be the first point of contact for finance queries. Working as an effective member of our Finance team, you will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, handling confidential information with discretion and supporting the production of management information that helps drive informed decision-making across the charity.
Everything we do is to move us closer to our goal, of finding new treatments to slow, stop or reverse the progression of Parkinson’s.



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Lewisham Parochial & Almshouse Charities is looking for a Clerk to the Trustees: an experienced, independent-minded governance professional to support our board on governance, finance and administration.
We are a small group of four historic charities, amalgamated by Charity Commission scheme in 1990 but with roots reaching back over 400 years in the ancient parish of Lewisham. We run the Lloyd Court almshouse in Ladywell, providing independent housing for older residents, and award small grants across the parish. Our staff team is small — a House Manager and a Premises Manager on site — supported by a board of volunteer trustees.
What you'll do:
- clerk the board and its committees, including agendas, papers, minutes and follow-up;
- maintain the three-year budget and prepare the annual accounts for audit and filing with the Charity Commission;
- keep statutory and operational records, policies and compliance in good order;
- advise trustees on charity law, regulation and good practice;
- and work with the House Manager so trustees stay sighted on day-to-day operations.
What you'll need:
- demonstrable experience of clerking, company secretarial or equivalent governance support to a charity board;
- sound knowledge of charity governance and Charity Commission requirements;
- financial acumen across budgets, management accounts and annual accounts;
- excellent minute taking and clear written English
Experience in the almshouse sector, social housing or sheltered accommodation is desirable, as is familiarity with the Almshouse Association's Standards of Almshouse Management.
This is a contract for services rather than an employed post. You would be engaged as a self-employed individual or through your own company, responsible for your own tax, National Insurance and professional indemnity insurance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Finance Administrator – Job Description
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Direct reports: None
Location: Hybrid, at least one day per week at the Power Up North London office
Contract: Part-time (15 hours a week)
Salary: £12,000 per annum (£30,000 full-time equivalent, pro rata)
Application deadline: 31 August
Interviews: Online interviews will take place between 7 and 11 September
Role Purpose
Power Up North London is a leading community energy organisation delivering renewable energy, energy-efficiency and retrofit projects that directly benefit community groups and public buildings. We believe communities can and must play a central role in the transition to a low-carbon future.
The Finance Administrator will support the effective financial management and integrity of Power Up North London’s financial operations. The postholder will prepare accurate financial and management information, monitor budgets, and support finance processes including cashflow management, invoicing, payments and associated controls.
Working closely with the CEO, Treasurer, Board, internal colleagues and external finance providers, the postholder will provide timely financial information and administrative support to inform decision-making, meet funder requirements and support the organisation’s sustainable growth. The postholder will report to the CEO for day-to-day management and will work with the Treasurer, who provides Board-level financial oversight.
Key responsibilities
Financial Management and Governance
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Maintain accurate and robust financial accounts and processes.
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Support the set-up and preparation of monthly management accounts for internal and Board reporting.
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Support preparation and management of the annual budget.
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Track income and expenditure against approved budgets, identifying and explaining variances.
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Establish and maintain grant and project income and expenditure tracking against budgets.
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Prepare financial reports for funders.
Billing and Revenue Assurance
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Ensure timely billing and effective debtor management.
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Identify and escalate site billing discrepancies.
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Support the investigation and resolution of issues to ensure accurate income collection.
Cashflow and Treasury Management
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Manage cashflow and maintain accurate forecasts.
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Reconcile bank accounts fortnightly and track cash movements.
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Monitor invoice timing and payment disbursements to support effective cashflow management.
Performance Monitoring and Financial Modelling
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Liaise with the Asset Management Team to track solar-site and project performance against forecasts.
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Analyse income and expenditure, highlighting risks and opportunities.
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Support electricity pricing for new sites and review financial assumptions and models.
External Finance Coordination
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Work effectively with Sharenergy, Power Up North London’s outsourced finance provider.
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Liaise on accounting, reporting and financial queries, ensuring timely resolution.
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Monitor delivery against the service-level agreement.
Financial Controls
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Ensure compliance with Power Up North London’s financial processes and controls.
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Implement and maintain controls for incoming and outgoing payments, grant management and bank reconciliations.
Funding context
This role is funded in part by a National Lottery Community Fund grant and in part through Power Up North London’s earned income from the delivery of solar, retrofit and energy advice/training projects that generate project management fees.
Finance Administrator - Person Specification
Essential experience
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Experience in a finance or accounting role, including financial reporting and budget tracking.
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Experience preparing or supporting the preparation of management accounts.
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Experience working with external finance providers or accountants.
Essential knowledge and skills
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Strong financial and numerical skills, with excellent attention to detail.
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Ability to analyse financial data and communicate insights clearly.
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Experience in budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
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Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
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Experience tracking project-based finances or multi-site income models.
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Confidence using spreadsheets and financial systems.
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Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable Experience and Knowledge
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Part-qualified or qualified accountant.
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Experience in community energy, sustainability or the not-for-profit sector.
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Familiarity with energy pricing or financial modelling.
Personal Attributes
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Highly organised and methodical.
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Proactive and able to identify and resolve issues independently.
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High integrity and commitment to financial accuracy.
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Collaborative approach to working within a small team with internal and external stakeholders.
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Motivation to contribute to social and environmental impact.
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Finance & Governance Lead
Salary: £45,000 - 47,500 FTE (£22,500-£23,750 pro rata depending on experience)
Hours: The role is 0.5 FTE employee ie 2.5 days/20 hours a week. Occasional flexible working may be required.
Location: Remote, preferably in the Northwest, with monthly travel to Liverpool.
Contract: 24-month contract with the intention to extend, subject to funding.
Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer and working closely with the Programmes Lead and Development Manager.
Probation period: 3 months
Line Management: This role has no line management responsibility.
About Worldwide Radiology
We are a volunteer-led charity committed to reshaping the landscape of global healthcare. We work internationally and have a clear and ambitious mission: to improve access to quality diagnostic imaging worldwide, specifically within low- and middle-income countries.
About the role
Your work will span all areas including bookkeeping, financial management and reporting, statutory accounting, budgeting, grant management, and charities commission governance and compliance. In short, it is a very hands-on role.
We are seeking the right person to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead the charity’s finance and governance functions. This is a pivotal role focused on ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and effective charity governance. You will play a strategic role in supporting the organisation’s mission by enabling robust financial planning, reporting, and operational support. You will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Trustees, and Programmes Lead to ensure the charity remains financially resilient and well-governed.
This job is for you if you possess expertise in financial control and reporting, allowing you to effectively handle delegated responsibilities. Your numerical skills and critical thinking abilities will enable you to proactively address challenges and streamline processes. You will be proactive, reliable and adaptable and you will be comfortable using a range of IT tools and working in a remote, global environment.
Working closely with our UK and international team, as well as our global network of volunteers and partners, clear communication and cultural awareness are also important.
Key responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
● Contribute to the strategic leadership and development of the charity, providing financial advice and insight to the Chief Executive, Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees
● Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting supporting the organisational sustainability and long-term financial resilience
Financial Administration
● Full bookkeeping responsibilities on Xero accounts package.
Financial management
● Lead all aspects of financial management and control including the preparation of timely management accounts, finance reports and forecasts. These will allow you to monitor the financial performance of the organisation and provide analysis and recommendations.
● You will manage the cashflow management, reserves and investments, and oversee the payroll and other statutory obligations
● Ensure effective financial systems, processes and internal controls are maintained
Statutory Accounting
● Lead the preparation of annual statutory accounts liaising with the external accountant, ensuring compliance with Charity SORP, Companies House, Charity Commission and HMRC requirements
Funding & Grant Management
● Lead the financial management, monitoring and reporting of restricted and unrestricted funding, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and supporting effective budget management across the charity
● Support budgeting and reporting for grants, contracts and funding agreements.
Governance & Compliance
● Prepare financial reports and papers for the Board of Trustees and present at the meetings.
● Support organisational risk management and governance processes
● Develop and maintain financial policies and charity wide policies
● Manage the Charity insurance requirements and renewal
Management
● Lead and develop the finance function identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and reporting
● Support the wider aims of the charity and, from time to time, carry out other general duties as may reasonably be required by the Chief Executive Officer
Essential skills and qualities
● A financial control and reporting background with an accounting qualification (e.g. ACA,ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or QBE)
● Experience in a senior finance role
● Experience of organisational governance, ideally with knowledge of Charity SORP and charity regulations.
● Experience of restricted fund accounting and grant management
● Experience of liaising with accountants to prepare annual accounts and reports required by the Charity Commission.
● Experience of cash flow forecasting.
● A confident and clear communicator with the ability to communicate financial information in an appropriate manner for non-financial trustees and staff.
● Ability to prioritise and plan activities to meet strict deadlines.
Desirable
● Experience supporting boards or governance processes.
● Experience working or volunteering in the non-profit and/or health sector.
● Experience working or communicating across cultures
Please send your CV and a cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) explaining how you meet the criteria for the role by 11pm on Sunday 6th September 2026. Interviews will take place W/C 14th September in the office if local, or remotely.
Worldwide Radiology is an equal opportunity employer. We know that people from underrepresented backgrounds sometimes hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you’re excited about this role but aren’t sure you tick every box, we still encourage you to apply - we’d love to hear from you.
We reserve the right to close the application process early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.
Our mission is to improve diagnostic medical imaging capability in low and middle-income countries to enhance health outcomes


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This role presents a rare and fantastic opportunity to join our small, committed team of staff running a well-respected local charity with the support of a large team of highly trained volunteers. Our current post holder has been a huge asset over the last 6 years in updating and streamlining all our finance systems, but is making the move to a full time role locally.
Our charity focus is primarily helping families with pre-school children who are experiencing additional challenges, with an additional project for primary school age children and their parents to improve relationships through therapeutic play approaches.
If you like a hands on, multi-tasking role, covering all aspects of a small charity's finance functions, working within a hugely warm, friendly environment, knowing your work significantly contributes to the fantastic work of this local charity, then this part time role would suit you well.
DBS Check (Enhanced Level) will be required. 8% Pension contribution.
We help to ensure, through a holistic family approach, that children living in the Harborough District stay safe, thrive, develop and learn.



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Finance Officer (Part-time)
Salary:£32,000 pro rata
Hours:0.4 FTE
Location:Remote, home based.
Closing date: Monday 21 September 2026
Interviews: Monday 28 September 2026
About NADP
The National Association of Disability Practitioners (NADP)is the main professional body for disability and inclusion practitioners working in UK education, supporting better outcomes for disabled students.
Why join NADP
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Make a meaningful impact by supporting an organisation that improves opportunities for disabled students across education
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Take ownership of a key role where your work directly supports how the organisation operates and grows
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Be part of a small, values led team where collaboration, trust and inclusion are at the centre of how we work
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Have the flexibility to work from home, with a healthy work life balance built into the role
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Help shape and improve finance processes in an organisation focused on equity and positive change
About the role
We are looking for a Finance Officer to manage our day-to-day finance and payroll processes.
You will work closely with the Operations Manager and support the smooth running of our financial activity.
Key responsibilities
Finance
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Reconcile bank accounts and maintain accurate financial records
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Manage income and expenditure processes
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Schedule payment runs and ensure timely payments
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Credit control and chasing debtors
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Produce financial reports, forecasts and variance analysis
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Support preparation of end of year accounts
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Support external accountants with queries
Payroll
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Support our external payroll provide to process monthly payroll and maintain records
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Liaise with payroll provider to resolve payroll queries and produce reports
General
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Provide administrative support across the organisation
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Support membership processes and respond to enquiries
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Support delivery of events (online and in person)
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Manage the filing, storage, archiving and security of documents meeting all Data Protection requirements and responsibilities
Essential criteria
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Experience managing finance processes and payroll
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Experience producing financial reports and forecasts
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Ability to explain financial information clearly
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Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
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Strong attention to detail and organisation skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
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Commitment to inclusion and equitable practice
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Bookkeeping, accountancy or payroll qualification (or equivalent experience)
Desirable criteria
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Experience in a charity or membership organisation
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Experience using Sage Business Cloud Accounting, Xero or similar software
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Understanding of disability or education sectors
How to apply
Send your CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria, or you can apply using a format that works best for you, including written, video or audio, byclicking the apply button below. Even if you do not meet all the desirable criteria, we still encourage you to apply. Training can be provided where needed.
We welcome applications from disabled people and offer guaranteed interviews to candidates who meet the essential criteria under the Disability Confident scheme.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. However, to be considered for this role, you must currently have the right to work in the UK (for example, through British citizenship, settled/pre-settled status, or a valid work visa).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting a fixed term Finance Administrator (maternity leave cover) to join our wonderful team. This role will be responsible for coordinating the Foundation’s financial administrative processes and supporting the Head of Operations with day-to-day financial tasks.
Suitable candidates will:
- be passionate about supporting young people to make safer choices about drugs and alcohol,
- have experience of finance administration, with excellent organisation skills
- have excellent attention to detail
- be proactive, self-motivated and confident to take initiative
- enjoy working as part of a small and busy team
The Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation is a drug and alcohol education charity, founded by Fiona and Tim Spargo-Mabbs in 2014 in response to the death of their 16-year-old son Dan having taken ecstasy. The charity aims to support young people to make safe choices and reduce harm, through increasing their understanding of the effects and risks of drugs and alcohol and improving their life skills & resilience. We work with young people, parents, teachers and professionals, in schools, colleges and communities across the UK.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare and process invoices and debtor reports
- Assist with monthly reconciliation and data entry
- Process weekly online bank payments
- Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
- Support month-end and year-end closing processes
- Assist with payroll processing and reporting
- Respond to internal and external finance-related inquiries
- Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant financial regulations
- General administrative support
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Head of Finance
Reports to: Chief Executive
Direct Reports: Finance and Business Administrator
Location: Remote – With some travel to attend meetings and events (mainly in London but also other project areas elsewhere in the UK)
Salary: £46,542 Pro Rata
Hours: 3-4 Days per week
About Alexandra Rose Charity
We should all be able to eat healthy food. But right now, healthy options cost more than twice as much as junk food. It’s getting harder and harder for people to put good food on the table. In fact, the poorest fifth of UK households would need to spend 50% of their disposable income to eat the UK Government’s recommended healthy diet. Access to a choice of high quality, culturally appropriate fruit & veg is an essential building block for our mental and physical health. We need to put this right.
We’re on a mission to give people access to their choice of fresh fruit & veg, in the heart of their community. At Alexandra Rose, we are proud to deliver a mix of practical, place-based projects and national advocacy to shape a fairer future, where everyone can afford and enjoy fresh fruit & veg with dignity.
If this aligns with how you see the world, and you want to use your skills and experience to help us build towards it, you’ll feel at home here.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Head of Finance to help deliver our mission and support the growth and consolidation of the charity. As a member of our Senior Management Team, you will play a key role in implementing our new strategy as well as managing risk.
You will take overall responsibility for the organisation’s financial management, working closely with the Chief Executive and the Treasurer.
You will provide effective finance partner support to other functions within the charity to support its fundraising, operations and development.
You will also be responsible for the line management of the Finance & Business Administrator, working with the Chief Executive to both oversee and support the governance and compliance services function of the charity.
We want our organisation to reflect the diversity of the communities we work in, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.
Interview Process: The selection process may include two interviews:
Please submit your CV together with a cover letter that clearly demonstrates how your skills, experience and knowledge meet the requirements set out in the job pack. Please note that applications will not be considered from candidates who have applied within the last 18 months.
N.B. Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Office Administrator will cover the reception and core office administration and be responsible for coordinating bookings and assist with marketing. They will be responsible for greeting visitors to Hinde Street Methodist Church and ensuring that they are warmly welcomed. This crucial and interesting role has the opportunity to be part of a friendly and efficient team in an inclusive and engaging community. Whilst the majority of the work is administrative, there are opportunities to be involved in the digital communications and also in engagement and support of the diverse groups who use the church’s spaces.
Overview
We are looking for a permanent Finance Assistant to join our Finance team. The Finance team plays a vital role in supporting the Foundation to make a positive impact and improve health and wellbeing across Lambeth and Southwark.
The Finance Assistant will provide essential transactional finance support, with primary responsibility for maintaining supplier records, processing invoices and expenses, supporting payment runs, completing reconciliations, and maintaining accurate transaction data within the finance system.
The role is critical to ensuring that financial transactions are processed accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner, in line with the Foundation’s financial procedures and controls.
You will be joining an engaging, collaborative and highly motivated team and will have the opportunity to develop your finance skills and contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes.
Reporting to: Finance Manager
Key Responsibilities
Transactional Finance
- Maintain accurate supplier records, including validating and updating bank details, contact information and remittance addresses, in line with appropriate controls.
- Monitor the Finance Department mailbox and post in-tray, responding to queries where appropriate and redirecting queries to the relevant colleague when required.
- Process financial transactions, including supplier and customer invoices, staff expenses and credit card expense claims, in accordance with agreed processes, financial controls and deadlines.
- Support the preparation and batching of weekly and ad-hoc payment runs, ensuring that appropriate supporting documentation is attached and transactions are ready for approval.
- Complete bank reconciliations and assist with routine reconciliations of supplier accounts and other control accounts, under the guidance of the Senior Finance Assistant.
- Support the maintenance of fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, depreciation and reconciliations.
- Assist with the preparation and posting of month-end journals, including prepayments, accruals and correcting journals.
- Maintain accurate and well-organised electronic and paper records for all processed financial transactions.
- Ensure that financial records and supporting documentation are maintained in accordance with the Foundation’s policies and procedures.
Reporting, Audit and Team Support
- Assist with month-end close processes and provide information and supporting documentation as required.
- Assist with audit and reporting activities by retrieving, preparing and organising relevant financial documentation.
- Provide cover and support across other transactional finance processes during periods of peak activity or colleague absence.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Finance team and the wider organisation to resolve queries and ensure timely processing of financial transactions.
- Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency, accuracy and effectiveness of finance processes.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Good working knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Experience of processing financial transactions, such as invoices, expenses and payments.
- Strong understanding of the importance of financial controls, accuracy and confidentiality.
- Good numerical and analytical skills.
Desirable
- At least one year’s experience working in a Finance Assistant or similar transactional finance role.
- Experience of month-end processes and month-end close.
- Experience completing bank and/or balance sheet reconciliations.
- Experience maintaining fixed asset records.
- Experience using finance/accounting software, ideally Access Financials.
- Experience using Salesforce.
- Experience working within a charity or not-for-profit organisation.
Skills and Attributes
- High level of attention to detail and a strong commitment to data accuracy.
- Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to respond professionally to finance queries.
- Proactive, adaptable and willing to take ownership of tasks.
- A collaborative team player who is willing to support colleagues and work across different areas of finance.
- Able to handle confidential and sensitive financial information appropriately.
- Willingness to learn, develop and contribute to the continuous improvement of finance processes.
- Comfortable working independently while knowing when to seek guidance or escalate an issue.
Benefits
- Contributory Pension
- Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
- Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
- Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities.
- Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit.
- Shower facilities and bike lock area.
- Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
- Subsidies for glasses
- Employee Assistance Programme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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We’re currently recruiting one full-time and one part-time Charity Administrator. The post is office based and offers a great opportunity for a varied role in a forward-facing young people’s mental health charity. The job description in this pack provides a generic overview of the Administrator role. Administrators are based centrally with other support staff. Our Administrators are a vital and valued part of our team supporting and enabling the work of our mental health practitioners and the work of the Charity overall. Administrators report directly to the Service Administration Manager and will work collaboratively within a team of administrators covering different services as needs arise.
The post holder will be the predominant point of contact for young people and professionals contacting the services and hence a sensitive and professional telephone manner will be of key importance. However, the post holder will NOT be acting as a mental health practitioner and will be expected to maintain clear boundaries between their role and that of the mental health practitioners.
Please read the full Job Description and Person Specification for the Charity Administrator role, attached to the advert, and fill in the application to be considered.
We understand some candidates may want to use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we also want to learn more about the authentic you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences wherever possible. In the spirit of transparency - we also ask that you indicate if you have used AI in your application.
Decisions about who to invite for interview will be based on how well someone demonstrates that they meet the person specification for the specific post, so please make sure you complete the application form fully and accurately, giving evidence of how you meet each point in the Person Specification and indicating your relevant knowledge, skills and experience. Please note that CVs will not be considered.
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Off the Record was founded in 1994 to provide free, independent and professional counselling for 14 – 25 year olds in the Croydon area
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.