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The Assistant Finance and Operations Manager is a new role for The Christie Charity (Charity) and a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to work for a fast moving, growing organisation. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to take ownership in the finance team for day-to-day transactional processing for The Christie Charity group. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop an understanding of charity and commercial finance. You will play a key role in supporting robust financial controls across the Charity group.
This is a hands-on role with responsibility for coordinating and overseeing day-to-day transactional activity undertaken by the Finance Officers, including purchase-to-pay, supplier payments, accounts receivable, banking, income reconciliation, corporate credit cards and other routine financial processes. The postholder will ensure work is completed accurately and within required timescales, review key reconciliations and outstanding items, and provide support and guidance to the Finance Officers where issues arise. They will remain actively involved in transactional processing where required, particularly in relation to more complex matters, periods of high workload and the transition of activities into the Charity.
The postholder will act as the first point of escalation for transactional matters which cannot be readily resolved by the Finance Officers and as a key point of contact for routine finance queries from external third parties. They will work closely with colleagues across the Charity to ensure financial processes operate effectively while maintaining appropriate controls and segregation of duties.
The Assistant Finance and Operations Manager will be an important day-to-day user of the Charity's finance and purchase-to-pay systems and will take a lead operational role in ensuring these systems are used consistently and effectively. The postholder will support Finance Officers and wider Charity colleagues with system and process queries, monitor compliance with agreed financial procedures and identify recurring issues or opportunities to improve processes. Working with the Charity Financial Controller and Funds and Finance Business Partner, they will contribute to the continued development of efficient, proportionate and well-controlled financial processes across the Charity group.
Additional information
Upon joining The Christie Charity, day-to-day financial transaction processing will continue to be delivered by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust during the initial months of the role, therefore, the postholder will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with their finance team to ensure seamless operations and continuity across the Charity group.
These functions are anticipated to transfer to the Charity group with the postholder taking ownership of these responsibilities within the first 3 months in role. The postholder will be expected to work autonomously to ensure the smooth transition of activities to the Charity.
This post would suit an individual who enjoys working in a dynamic, evolving environment, where responsibilities may shift in response to organisational priorities. The postholder must be comfortable navigating ambiguity, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
The postholder will also provide support to the team on an ad-hoc basis as required.
The postholder will complete a shift approximately every four to six weeks at the Charity’s hub in Withington to support charitable activity at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.
When submitting your application, please provide the following:
- A cover letter; and
- An up-to-date CV (up to two A4 pages) with evidence of accountancy qualification(s) and current membership of any relevant professional accountancy body or bodies if relevant. These can be uploaded as one PDF.
Please note that applications must include all of the documents listed above and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications that do not meet these guidelines may not be considered.
Interviews will be held all day on Monday 21 September 2026 and on Tuesday 22 September 2026. Applicants are strongly encouraged to keep these dates available where possible.
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About CoppaFeel!
CoppaFeel! are the UK’s only youth focused breast cancer awareness charity, and we’re on a mission to get every 18-24 year old checking their chest. We educate people on the signs of breast cancer and encourage them to check their chests monthly, so that if they notice something unusual they are empowered to contact their GP and advocate for themselves.
We do this because when diagnosed early, breast cancer treatments are more effective and survival rates are higher. Early detection can save lives.
Breast cancer does not need to be detected late, and as long as we are here and continue to be supported by people like you, we will do all we can to make sure this doesn’t continue to happen.
The Role
Following an exciting period of growth, CoppaFeel! is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Finance Manager to join our expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solutions focused individual looking to continue their career in charity finance, both Financial Accounting and Management Accounting, and play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our financial operations.
You’ll be working closely with our Head of Finance & Contracts to help manage CoppaFeel!’s day-to-day finances and contribute to a range of essential finance functions. As part of a newly developed finance team, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact as we shape our systems and processes to support our continued growth.
We’re looking for someone with experience of line management within a finance role, ideally within a small team or charity environment. You’ll need to be confident using accounting software (we use Xero), have strong Excel skills, and be comfortable working independently. Most importantly, you’ll be proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to the success of our mission.
You will sit within the CoppaFeel! Finance Team. This role is a hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week.
Duties & Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Operations
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Oversee cashflow, month-end processes, reconciliations, journals, payroll, VAT, Gift Aid and grant income.
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Manage the day-to-day finance function, including queries and bank payments.
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Maintain effective financial policies, controls and processes to mitigate financial risk and promote best practice.
Management Accounting
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Checking and finalising of budget holder monthly reports and other internal financial reports.
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Finance business partnering delegated budget holders (managers).
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Lead quarterly Forecasting process & support on annual budget setting.
Stakeholder Management
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Support Auditors and provide required financial information.
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Line manage finance officer and assistant.
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Work with external finance agencies to ensure a smooth handover of day-to-day processes.
Procurement & Projects
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Supporting in value for money costings and ROI’s.
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Work with People team to check Freelance contracts.
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Work closely with the Operations Team and others on cross-organisational projects.
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Undertake any other reasonable duties or responsibilities as required by the Charity, in line with the needs of the organisation.
Skills, Knowledge, & Personal Attributes
Essential
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Qualified Accountant or qualified by experience
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Strong relationship building and communication skills and the ability to engage with a range of people within the organisation
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Have good working knowledge of reporting requirements and UK charity regulations experience including SORP
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Have experience driving change and improving processes.
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Experience in managing a Finance team
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Intermediate to advanced excel skills (pivot tables, sumifs, vlookups etc)
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Proactive and able to use own initiative to be solutions focused
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Ability to identify financial risks and maintain effective controls
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
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Ability to analyse financial information and provide clear, practical advice
Desirable
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Experience using Xero
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Experience using Power Query
Application information
Applications will close at 9am, Wednesday 16th September however pre-assessment Excel tests will be conducted throughout the application period.
First Interviews will be held week commencing 21st September
CoppaFeel! reserves the right to close the vacancy early in the event that we receive a high number of applications before the closing date.
Main benefits, Terms & Conditions
Annual leave entitlement: 22 days, plus office closure at Christmas, a day off on our Founders birthday, and a day off for your birthday.
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Health Cash Plan; cash back on everyday health expenses, as well as a GP advice line and access to PerkBox.
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Access to Self Space training and 1:1 therapy
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Core working hours of 10am to 4pm
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Flex Friday; every other Friday off, offering the time to recharge and ensuring work life balance, while remaining available in case of emergencies
All annual leave and benefits are pro-rata'd for part time employees.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
At CoppaFeel! we support a diverse range of communities and we understand that diversity within our team is central and crucial to meeting the needs of the young people we exist to serve. We strongly encourage applications from Black, and people of colour, LGBTQIA+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, from men, and from those with a lived experience of cancer because we would like to increase the representation of these groups within the charity.
We promote equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and make recruitment decisions by matching the charity's needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We recognise the value in encouraging a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge at the charity.
While the successful candidate will be selected purely on merit, in the event of a tie between two candidates with equal suitability, we may select a candidate with lived experience of the issues we are seeking to address through our work.
We want our recruitment process to be inclusive, accessible and fair for everyone. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from disabled people and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role will normally be offered an interview. In some high-volume recruitment processes, we may limit interviews to candidates whose applications most closely meet the role requirements.
Location: Hybrid · London, with flexibility to work remotely
About the role
This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established finance team in a national charity. You will be looking for a hands-on role overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the charity and its commercial subsidiaries whilst managing a small team, reporting to the Finance Director.
You will be keen to partner other teams in their business decisions and take an active role in other areas such as risk management and insurance.
This role is known internally as Finance and Risk Manager.
About the team
This is a small team which has worked together well for many years, committed to delivering excellence to all our stakeholders, providing support to staff and volunteers across the charity within and outside the UK.
About you
You will be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with experience as Financial Controller or Finance Manager, ready for your next move. You will enjoy working with external and internal stakeholders at all levels with experience of management and financial reporting and relish the challenge of implementing process improvements.
About SSAFA
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing practical, emotional, and financial support to our Forces and their families since 1885. SSAFA, is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need; last year our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 53,000 people in need, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.
SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. We are here for that person and their family – any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us.
Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA
SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.
Further information about the role
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If you have any queries or would like to speak to someone about this role, please contact Philip Town for an informal discussion.
No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.
If you need any adjustments to support you with the application process, please contact us.
Closing date: Midnight on 21 September 2026. SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Interviews: 30 September 2026
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
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Position: Management Accountant
Contract: Part time, permanent - 3 days / 24 hours, per week
Location: Reading / Hybrid
Salary: £37,000- £40,000 FTE, dependent on experience
Application Deadline: This is rolling recruitment, and the role may close early if a high number of applications are received.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to play a pivotal role in the finance team of a Charity-led group during an exciting phase of growth. Reporting into the Finance & Operations Director, you will take ownership of delivering accurate, timely and insightful management reporting that supports operational performance and strategic decision-making.
Key responsibilities across both companies will include:
- Managing month-end processes, including journals, accruals and prepayments.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and intercompany reconciliations.
- Preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts to agreed deadlines.
- Working closely with colleagues across Finance and other business functions to gather, validate and interpret financial data.
- Supporting improvements to reporting processes, controls and governance.
- Preparing quarterly VAT returns.
- Supporting budgeting, cash flow planning and audits.
- Ad-hoc reporting as required by the Senior Leadership Team.
- Any other duties as reasonably required.
Knowledge and Skills:
Required:
Experience of creating management accounts
Proficiency in financial reporting and analysis
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Attention to detail and a proactive approach to work
Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
Strong organisational and self-management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Eligibility to work in the UK without restrictions.
Desirable:
Experience with Xero software
AAT level 4 qualified or higher
What We Offer:
- Hybrid working.
- Comprehensive employee healthcare scheme, wellbeing program, and on-demand GP services.
- Access to employee discount schemes for gyms, retailers, and holidays.
- Enhanced company pension and holiday benefits.
This role is advertised as three days per week, although we can consider a working pattern across four or five shorter days where this works for both the candidate and the organisation.
As an equal opportunities employer, CL:AIRE is committed to ensuring fair treatment for all current and prospective employees. We do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, gender identity, or marital status. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and become part of CL:AIRE. If you need any accessibility support during the application or interview process, please inform us, and we will be happy to assist.
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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.



The role
As a Finance Manager at Cruse Bereavement Support you will oversee the day-to-day financial transactions made by Cruse Bereavement Support and ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of all income and expenditure transactions undertaken. You will also assist in implementing the financial control within the team, oversee month-end processes and monthly payroll, and prepare the monthly management accounts and supporting information. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience at a national charity and make a difference.
How to apply
Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification and should be no longer than two pages. If your application does not contain both a covering letter and CV, your application may not be considered.
The closing date for applications is 16th September 2026, with first interviews taking place week commencing 28th September 2026 via Microsoft Teams.
Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by 28th September 2026, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.
Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.
Criminal Record Checks
All staff are required to complete a Criminal Record check. Staff working directly with clients will be required to complete an enhanced check. We comply with the relevant codes of practice and they can be viewed online:
· Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice
· Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice
Previous convictions will not prevent full consideration of your application to work with Cruse. Our Recruitment of Ex-offenders' Policy & Handling Criminal Record Check Data Policy are available on request by email.
We comply with all relevant data protection legislation and process your data fairly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Location: Central London, hybrid (3 days per week on site)
Contract: Temporary, 3 months (with the possibility of extension)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £17 per hour (+ holiday pay) (circa £31,000 salaried equivalent)
Start Date: ASAP
Prospectus is proud to be supporting our client, a national children's charity, in their search for a temporary Finance Officer (Accounts Payable). The role offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to utilise and refine their skillset in an impactful organisation.
The role is focused on accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, expenses, and reconciliations, supporting strong financial controls and the smooth day-to-day operation of the finance function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the accounts payable function with timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, payments, expenses, and journals, including acting as the primary contact for queries.
- Maintaining strong financial control through supplier and bank reconciliations, payroll payment administration, and the upkeep of accurate financial records.
- Ensuring efficient day-to-day finance operations and ensuring integrity of processes and reconcilliations.
Key Requirements:
- Recent, relevant finance/accounts payable experience in a similar role within a not-for-profit or charitable organisation.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to build strong stakeholder relationships.
- High level of organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Collaborative and proactive approach, with the capability to work both independently and in a team.
CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis so early applications are strongly encouraged to avoid missing out. If you're interested, please apply ASAP with your CV in Word format.
At Prospectus, we believe recruitment should be human-led and we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. While AI may be used to support our administrative process, all applications are reviewed by people and all hiring decisions are made by experienced recruiters.
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As Finance Officer, you will help ensure accurate financial management, maintain up-to-date financial records, and support budget monitoring and donor reporting across our UK and international programmes. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will be a proactive, detail-oriented team player who thrives in a fast-paced, values-driven environment and is committed to delivering high-quality financial support that enables impactful decision-making and organisational growth.
We are searching for a candidate who can work 21 - 28 hours per week on a 24 month fixed term contract. The Full time equivalent salary is £32,857.
Applications to be submitted by 8pm on Sunday 20th September
We aim to hold interviews on Friday 25th September.
Please submit a CV and cover letter detailing your reasons for applying and your relevant experience and suitability for the role.
Applications to be submitted by 8pm on Sunday 20th September 2026 with the aim to hold interviews the following Friday (25th September 2026)
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Contract: Temporary ongoing
Location:North London
Pay Rate: £17.71 per hour
Hours: 35 hours per week
Hybrid working: 2-3 days onsite
We are seeking a Finance Officer (Accounts Payable) to join a busy finance team on a temporary basis, with the potential for the role to become permanent.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has significant hands-on experience managing purchase orders, supplier reconciliations and accounts payable processes. You'll play a vital role in ensuring supplier invoices, payments and reconciliations are processed accurately and efficiently, helping to maintain robust financial controls across the organisation.
What you'll be doing:
- Processing approximately 200 supplier invoices every fortnight
- Managing the purchase ledger and maintaining accurate supplier records
- Overseeing the purchase order process, ensuring correct authorisation and invoice matching
- Performing supplier statement reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
- Processing payment runs and maintaining accurate payment records
- Supporting weekly bank reconciliations and resolving unreconciled items
- Preparing and maintaining balance sheet reconciliations
- Processing staff expenses and corporate card reconciliations
- Monitoring finance queries and providing excellent internal and external customer service
- Supporting month-end, year-end and audit processes
What we're looking for:
- Significant charity experience in a transactional finance or accounts payable role
- Strong experience managing purchase requisition and purchase order processes
- Proven ability to complete supplier reconciliations and confidently investigate and resolve discrepancies
- Experience processing invoices, payment runs and maintaining purchase ledgers
- Experience preparing balance sheet and bank reconciliations
- Excellent data entry accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Good communication skills and a collaborative approach
- Strong Excel and finance systems experience
Desirable
- Experience using Sage Intacct
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.
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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 provider 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.
Head of Finance
Salary£80,000.00 per annum
LocationLondon/Hybrid (with 1 to 2 days a week in the office)
Weekly Hours35
The Vacancy
Job Title: Head of Finance
Location: London/Hybrid (with 1 to 2 days a week in the office)
Salary: £80,000.00 per annum
Weekly Hours: 35
Reference: YMC1228366
About Us
Founded in 1844, YMCA is a global movement and the world's largest youth-focused charity. In England and Wales, YMCAs are based in over 700 communities across 168 local authorities supporting young people and communities to reach their potential. The turnover of YMCA in 2025-26 was £386m. YMCA England & Wales is a £23 million organisation of more than 400 colleagues, supporting a Federation of 80 local YMCAs to deliver vital services which positively impact young lives across the country. As we grow our income and impact, we are seeking an established and inspirational Head of Finance to take on one of the most pivotal roles in our organisation.
The Opportunity
This is a senior leadership appointment, reporting to the Director of Resources and leading a Finance team of around nine, including the payroll function. You will act as our lead on all matters of finance, liaising with our Federation members where necessary, providing expert support to our Income Generation Directorate (Fundraising and Retail) and other internal Directorates, embedding financial insight into revenue-generation strategy and working in close collaborative partnership with senior colleagues both within those teams but also across the Federation. Beyond this, you will oversee statutory reporting, investments, VAT and taxation compliance, and provide expert counsel to our Board of Trustees and Finance and Audit Committee.
Why You
Perhaps you have already established an excellent track record within a charity with significant fundraising and retail operations and are ready for the scale and influence this role commands. Or perhaps this is your first move into a charity; you are a seasoned accountant whose clients have included charitable organisations, and you now plan to apply that expertise where it matters most. Either way, this is a genuine opportunity to shape the financial future of a movement with over 180 years of heritage as we continue to embed strong financial practices whilst delivering our strategic ambition
What We're Looking For
You will be a fully qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with senior management experience leading finance in an organisation of comparable scale, ideally with charity reporting and SORP knowledge. Strong business partnering skills, gravitas with trustees and committees, and genuine collaborative leadership are essential to succeed in this crucial role.
Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check
YMCA is the world's oldest and largest youth charity. Collectively, we support 402,501 young people across 708 communities in England and Wales.


The Purple Elephant Project is looking for an experienced, values driven Finance Manager to join our team in Twickenham. We are a children’s mental health charity, supporting over 100 children and their families every week with therapeutic services, such as Play and Art therapy, across the London boroughs of Richmond, Hounslow and beyond. This is an exciting new opportunity to play a key role in a growing children's charity and to use your finance expertise to help us make a real difference to children and families.
Working closely with our CEO and Trustees, you'll take ownership of our financial management, including:
- Management accounts and financial reporting
- Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow
- Payroll and financial controls
- Business partnering and financial insight
- Improving systems and processes, including Xero
We're looking for someone with strong management accounting experience, excellent attention to detail and a proactive, collaborative approach. Charity experience and Xero knowledge are desirable.
As you will be expected to spend 50% of the time in our offices, you will need to live within close reach of our charity.
If you are looking for a meaningful, senior part-time role, where your expertise can directly support the wellbeing of children and families, we'd love to hear from you.
To support children to transform their lives through the provision of high-quality, accessible integrated therapy services
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Robertson Bell is exclusively partnering with Barnardo's to recruit a Group Financial Controller on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a significant senior finance leadership opportunity to join a complex and well-established organisation at an important point in its development, leading a large finance team and driving transformation across processes and systems.
Following changes to the Finance leadership structure, the Group Financial Controller will provide additional senior leadership capacity during a period of significant organisational development and change. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will act as a senior operational deputy, providing leadership across financial control, finance operations, treasury management, finance systems, finance transformation and legacy operations. You will lead a team of up to 7 directly, with up to 60 indirect reports, and will play a key role in strengthening financial governance, operational performance and service delivery.
Barnardo's is a leading UK charity working to support children, young people and families. Its Finance function is strengthening to support the organisation's strategy through financial stewardship, operational excellence and transformation, with a focus on improving processes and controls, modernising systems and reporting, embedding digital solutions and developing organisational capability.
The key duties of the Group Financial Controller are:
- Act as the senior operational deputy to the CFO, representing Finance at senior management meetings and providing senior leadership across the function.
- Lead key Finance transformation priorities, driving significant improvements across systems, processes, data and organisational capability.
- Act as senior sponsor for Finance systems development and optimisation, ensuring technology investments deliver measurable benefits and are accompanied by genuine process change.
- Champion automation, digital enablement and AI opportunities to reduce manual activity, strengthen controls and improve the Finance user experience.
- Support wider organisational change initiatives, ensuring Finance structures, systems and resources are aligned to future requirements.
- Provide visible and effective leadership across a large Finance function, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and high performance.
- Provide leadership and oversight across statutory reporting, taxation, audit, technical accounting and group consolidation, maintaining strong financial governance and control.
- Oversee finance operations including transaction processing, income management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, Gift Aid and related services, driving operational excellence and improved service standards.
- Oversee treasury activities, including cash, liquidity and investments, while strengthening processes, systems and internal capability.
The successful candidate will have:
- Significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership position (E), ideally operating at or close to Finance Director, Deputy CFO, Group Financial Controller or equivalent level.
- Experience leading financial control and finance operations within a large, complex organisation (E), with previous charity experience highly desirable.
- A fully qualified accountancy qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent (E),
- Strong technical accounting experience, including statutory reporting, audit management, taxation, financial governance and controls.
- A proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams, with the ability to coach and support permanent team members.
- Demonstrable experience delivering organisational change, service improvement and finance transformation programmes across people, processes and systems (E).
- Experience working effectively with senior stakeholders, including executive and board reporting.
- Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly to senior audiences (E).
- A pragmatic, resilient, collaborative and emotionally intelligent approach, with the ability to build trust quickly and integrate effectively into an established team
- A proactive and solutions-focused mindset, with the ability to challenge constructively, identify opportunities for improvement and deliver against complex priorities.
This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity paying up to £92,892 per annum and will be largely home-based with occasional days in the London office.
Applications close on Tuesday 15th September, with fir
As Payroll and Finance Manager, you will manage our Finance Department with particular focus on our payroll, pensions and treasury functions, ensuring the delivery of accurate information to our staff in order to minimise risk and maximise efficiency.
You will oversee payroll and pension services for UK and overseas staff, ensuring full compliance with PAYE, National Insurance and pension requirements, while providing guidance and support on payroll, tax and pension matters.
You will also manage all banking and treasury functions, ensuring payments are properly authorised, and funds are managed and invested effectively.
Additionally, you will:
- Ensure that overseas staff are on the correct tax (NT) code
- Make staff aware when they need to take independent financial advice
- Maintain the integrity of financial reporting, nominal ledger and costing structures
- Strengthen internal financial controls and monthly financial processes
- Manage and develop the Finance & Administration Officer
About You
To be considered as our Payroll and Finance Manager, you will need:
- Proven experience in a management role, including people and financial management
- Proven experience of charity accounting and SORP requirements
- Proven experience running payroll functions
- Proven experience running pension functions
- Experience preparing and managing budgets
- The ability to influence stakeholders at all levels within a complex organisation
- The ability to supervise, motivate and develop team members
- A degree, or equivalent qualification or experience
- A finance qualification
- A CIPP payroll qualification
This is a full time role but part time will be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
In your role as finance officer, you will work with the Head of Finance to provide finance support and advice to colleagues across the hospice, ensuring we make the most of every penny we raise.
Your attention to detail and technical expertise is essential to maintain high standards of financial integrity at the hospice.
This is an exciting time to be joining the team as we focus on developing our financial systems and processes, making the most of the technology on offer. As finance officer you will have a key role to play in making these changes.
You’ll also be joining a vibrant, committed and driven team who get to see, first-hand, the impact the hospice has on people living in Wigan and Leigh and how we make a difference.
Role requierments
- Support the production of accurate and timely financial information to support effective decision-making across the Hospice Maintain the integrity of financial records through regular review, reconciliationand analysis of financial data
- Support the production of monthly management accounts, ensuring informationiscomplete, accurate and supported by appropriate documentation.
- Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies, variances and anomalies, identifying root causes and escalating to the Head of Finance Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with Hospice policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
- Build effective working relationships with managers and colleagues across the organisation, providing routine finance support and responding to finance-relatedenquiries
- Contribute to departmental budget monitoring by providing accurate financial information and supporting analysis for the Head of Finance Support the ongoing development of finance systems, digital processes and automation, ensuring financial information remains accurate, reliable and fit for purpose
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls and enhance the effectiveness of the Finance function through continuous improvement initiatives
- Work collaboratively with Finance colleagues to promote knowledge sharing, resilience and business continuity, supporting a flexible and customer-focusedFinance service
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


