WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s new national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world.

Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term.

Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection. We want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause.

We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

We are also open to flexibility in many different ways, including an element of working from home and flexible hours. Please don’t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what’s possible.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is an exciting opportunity to join a new organisation in start-up mode and help shape our financial controls and processes.

We are looking for a proactive team player with drive and enthusiasm to play an active role in a small team providing a high-quality finance service.

You will support the finance team in the delivery of a comprehensive financial accounting function by providing professional accounting, reconciliation and administrative support service and specifically in managing the purchase ledger and reconciling income and in ensuring finance processes are robust and efficient.

Key accountabilities:
• Responsible for maintaining an efficient purchase ledger system for UK for UNHCR ensuring that invoices, expense claims and petty cash are processed in a timely and efficient manner and in line with our Financial procedures.

• Ensure that Invoices and Purchase orders are coded accurately by Budget Holders and provide feedback as appropriate.

• Responsible for maintaining an up-to-date and accurate Purchase Order Log for the charity, ensuring that Purchase Orders are approved in line with delegated authority and in accordance with relevant financial processes.

• Process the fortnightly payment run, in line with supplier credit terms and send out remittance advices in a timely manner.

• Maintain accurate records of purchases made on corporate credit cards by colleagues, ensuring appropriately authorised and documented, and recorded on the finance system.

• Reconcile and post all income which comes into the Charity onto our finance system ensuring that information is complete and regularly reconcile information between Salesforce and our Finance system

• Reconcile all financial holding accounts monthly ensuring that all reconciling items are identified, investigated and cleared in a timely manner in time for month-end management accounts.

• Assist in the preparation, reconciliation and submission of quarterly Gift Aid claims for the charity and the annual Gift Aid Small Donation Scheme (GASDS) claim to HMRC.

• Assist the Finance team with preparation for the annual audit, ensuring that relevant documentation is retrieved from files and provided in an appropriate format for review by the charity’s external auditors.

• Assist the Finance team with the preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting, both internally and to UNHCR

• Review and post bank transactions onto the ledger on a weekly basis. Prepare bank reconciliation statements on a monthly basis; investigate and resolve discrepancies.

• Maintain the Finance team’s general mailbox. Monitor and respond to queries in the finance mailbox as needed.

• Ensure that all relevant procedures and working practices relating to these accounting processes are documented, accessible and maintained to ensure that they remain up to date.

• Provide cover for the other members of the Finance team and Operations team as required and general administrative support to the wider Operations team, for example organising incoming/outgoing mail as necessary, preparing standard responses where appropriate, photocopying and completing general office administration duties as appropriate.

Person specification requirements for Finance Officer

Knowledge:

• Good working knowledge of the finance function especially in the voluntary sector
• Part professionally qualified in AAT or studying towards a CCAB qualification.

Skills:
• Significant experience working in a small to medium sized organisation in a hands-on accounting role, ideally in a similar capacity.
• Hands-on experience of working with accounting software packages (preferably Xero accounts)
• Good knowledge of general bookkeeping and accounting procedures
• Experience of carrying out financial reconciliations
• Experience of use of multiple systems making up a ‘finance eco-system’ and the reconciliations, checks and controls necessary to ensure consistency in information recorded
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to understand financial processes and underlying principles
• Ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of people
• Organised and methodical approach, including ability to prioritise
• Good time management skills
• Excellent numeracy skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to excellent customer service
• Ability to use own initiative whilst also working successfully as part of a team.
• A passion for working within an INGO

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a finance team carrying out complex reconciliations with data from multiple sources.
• Experience of performing accounting tasks such as maintaining a sales ledger, account reconciliation and purchase ledger.
• Experience of working in an administrative capacity within a finance team

*Please submit your CV and a covering letter.
Please note that applications which are just generic cover letters or CVs without covering letters will not be considered.
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by Thursday 1st July.The initial interview will consist of a 30 min excel based finance task.

The Community of St Mary the Virgin at Wantage is looking to appoint a new Bursary Clerk (Finance Assistant) to work alongside the Bursar in the smooth running of the Convent’s finance operations, and to provide administrative support to the Steward in relation to HR matters.

You will be responsible for administering all day-to-day income and expenditure transactions, monitoring the bank accounts, especially petty cash, and contributing significantly to the monthly preparation and processing of payroll. You will keep our personnel records up to date, managing processes such as notification of sickness by staff, records of staff holidays, and the process for Disclosure and Barring Service checks of staff.  

We are looking for someone with previous experience of working in finance with computerised accounts systems (ideally Sage), with excellent computer literacy skills, including MS Office, particularly Excel, and a working understanding of the charity sector.

You will be highly organised and a strong team player with a positive can-do attitude.  The ability to prioritise your own workload and to work to deadlines with a high degree of accuracy are also important.

**This role will be temporarily remote whilst we plan our return to our Marylebone offices.**

The Organisation 

Equal Education is a social enterprise with the aim of improving educational outcomes for the most underachieving students in our society - those who are in our care system and those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities). We believe by working with the most underachieving we can lift society as a whole. 

As a team, we are passionate about our cause. We are problem solvers who have turned our attention to being ambitious about solving a complex and demanding social problem, using technical innovation to underpin social innovation. We work with hundreds of qualified teachers to provide academic, subject specialised and individual tutoring for children who are looked after and those with SEND. 

Our success relies upon a strong operating foundation and people who are motivated by a strong desire to make an impact in the lives of those whose current needs are not being met by the education system. 

As a growing organisation, we have ambitious plans for the future. We work throughout England and Wales, and are poised to create the world’s largest education programme for children in care in the West Midlands, UK. We propose to work with thousands of children over the coming 6 years.

Our core team is still small, formed of the two co-founders and 11 operations staff. With a lot of growth expected in the space of the coming months, we plan to expand our team this year. 

The role 

The most ambitious organisations won’t make much progress without an organised and well-led operations team to help support our clients and tutors. We are therefore looking for a Finance officer with a passion for keeping our finances organised to help ensure we are kept on track, and set the foundations for sustained growth. The role comes with plenty of responsibility, along with the opportunity to progress. 

What will you actually be doing? 

The role is part of the next phase of scaling Equal Education, as we have progressively increased the number of children and teachers we work with. The role includes taking some of the financial responsibility from the founders to ensure we maintain and build on our quality of provision and outcomes. You will be overseeing our excellent processes to ensure we function and remain compliant 

You will work with the team to ensure that we continuously provide quality education to an increasing number of children. You will be responsible for implementing the right processes and practices across the organisation. You will make decisions specific to certain cases and find compromises which are aligned to our values. You will be organising and reporting to our Directors and Associate Directors to help them make good decision to scale our impact by leveraging our finances.

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours a week.

Salary: Annual salary £26-£32k - If part qualified there is scope to pay for exams, with time off for exams and study.

Accountable to: CEO and Co-founders 

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Monitor day-to-day bookkeeping and financial operations within the organisation such as payroll, invoicing, staff expenses, and other transactions

• Maintain day-to-day records and processes, including recording income and expenditure 

• Organise financial records according to grants and contracts won

• Produce monthly reports and discuss with Directors and leadership team 

• Managing tutor finance queries and payments

• Credit control

• Provide financial support and training to internal staff when required

• Work with Directors in preparing annual budgets and forecasts 

• Liaise with external investment partners on monitoring progress towards targets 

• Maintain oversight of CRM (salesforce transition in September 2021)

• Manage financial controls and financial systems

• Prepare monthly payment runs

• Perform bank reconciliations

• Prepare / support preparation of the year end accounts

• Prepare and post accounting adjustments

Experience/skills

Essential:

• Thorough understanding of financial and management accounting principles 

• Attention to detail and the ability to query when necessary

• Strong communication, organisation and prioritisation skills

• Ability to meet deadlines and deliver accurate and timely information

• Team player and works well collaboratively

• Aligns with Equal Education’s mission and role as a social enterprise

• Good spreadsheet skills

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders

Desirable:

• Recognised professional financial qualification

• Knowledge of Xero and other online accounting systems

CRASAC is an award-winning charity that provides specialist services to support victims and survivors of rape and sexual abuse in Coventry.

We are seeking a Finance Officer to join our CRASAC Business Team. This role will work closely with the Senior Management Team, requiring someone with a desire for detail and accuracy.  Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will be responsible for monitoring the day-to-day financial operations within the charity, such as payroll, invoicing and preparing regular financial reports.

The Finance Officer will be responsible for providing comprehensive business support for financial and budget processes. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for finances and working with others to make the most out of limited resources.  As well as developing and growing our organisation, we aim to grow and develop our workforce, and there is potential to expand this role to meet the various functions and operational requirements within CRASAC.

Key Responsibilities:
• Monitor budgets with understanding of variances and report to senior management.
• Budget forecasting, preparing monthly management accounts, monitoring budgets and monthly/quarterly as well as annual finance reports for managers and external stakeholders.
• Preparation of Year End Accounts
• Oversee and participate in all accounting, processing and banking tasks.
• Verifying financial statements and accounts making corrections where necessary.
• Dealing with payroll/HMRC matters including the administering of pensions and handling the Team’s wage queries.

Benefits include:

37 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays), pro rata according to contractual hours, Pension Scheme and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The full job description, person specification are attached. Applications are through our website. 

We are looking for a Finance Assistant to provide an effective and efficient service in relation to purchase ledger, expenses, and sales ledger transactions to both internal and external customers.

About us

Battersea is here for every dog and cat and has been since 1860. We are a leading animal welfare charity and over the last 160 years we’ve grown from one home in London to three rescuing and rehoming centres across the South East. With c500 staff and 1000 volunteers, we have cared for over three million vulnerable animals We also campaign tirelessly to make things better for dogs and cats; sharing our expertise and educating the public and policymakers about responsible pet ownership. Join us and make a difference for every dog and cat.

Our Finance and Corporate Services Team

Battersea’s Finance and Corporate Services Department incorporates a range of functions that support the rest of the organisation. From IT helpdesk and systems support, to financial accounting, legacy administration, procurement and facilities management, these teams work strategically and collaboratively to ensure that Battersea can be here for every dog and cat.

What we can offer you

Our dedicated people mean that we can be here for every dog and cat. Whether you are sharing an office with our dogs or directly caring for our cats, our animals show their appreciation every day. There is no better reward than seeing the difference you make to the lives of our dogs and cats first-hand; although we also provide a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental (£100), optical (£100), physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture (£325) every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Life insurance

So, if you are passionate about dogs, cats and about our work, then we’d like to hear from you.

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and valuing diversity for all current and prospective staff, volunteers, and Trustees. We aim to ensure that this commitment, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together. We would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates, who are currently under-represented at Battersea.

Closing date: Sunday 27 June 2021

Interview date(s): Thursday 08 July 2021

For full details, please download our recruitment pack. To apply, click the button below.  All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised; we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

We are looking for a Finance Assistant to provide an effective and efficient service in relation to purchase ledger, expenses, and sales ledger transactions to both internal and external customers.

About us

Battersea is here for every dog and cat and has been since 1860. We are a leading animal welfare charity and over the last 160 years we’ve grown from one home in London to three rescuing and rehoming centres across the South East. With c500 staff and 1000 volunteers, we have cared for over three million vulnerable animals We also campaign tirelessly to make things better for dogs and cats; sharing our expertise and educating the public and policymakers about responsible pet ownership. Join us and make a difference for every dog and cat.

Our Finance and Corporate Services Team

Battersea’s Finance and Corporate Services Department incorporates a range of functions that support the rest of the organisation. From IT helpdesk and systems support, to financial accounting, legacy administration, procurement and facilities management, these teams work strategically and collaboratively to ensure that Battersea can be here for every dog and cat.

What we can offer you

Our dedicated people mean that we can be here for every dog and cat. Whether you are sharing an office with our dogs or directly caring for our cats, our animals show their appreciation every day. There is no better reward than seeing the difference you make to the lives of our dogs and cats first-hand; although we also provide a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental (£100), optical (£100), physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture (£325) every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Life insurance

So, if you are passionate about dogs, cats and about our work, then we’d like to hear from you.

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and valuing diversity for all current and prospective staff, volunteers, and Trustees. We aim to ensure that this commitment, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together. We would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates, who are currently under-represented at Battersea.

Closing date: Sunday 27 June 2021

Interview date(s): Wednesday 07 July 2021

For full details, please download our recruitment pack. To apply, click the button below.  All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised; we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

With the aim to deliver lasting results for millions of children, even those hardest to reach, this is a prestigious international organisation to work with and be a part of. They are looking for an Income Accounting and Controls Officer to join their team and ensure the delivery of a well-controlled, efficient and effective service within the finance team.

As Income Accounting and Controls Officer you will be responsible for:

• Income accounting, bank and other control account reconciliations, recharges, and intercompany reconciliations
• Providing and maintaining a strong financial control framework
• Identifying areas where processes could be improved and take the lead in implementing relevant changes and streamlining existing processes
• Liaise with payment platforms; WorldPay, PayPal, and others as applicable
• Monthly, ensure the accurate and timely posting of all expenditure, income and recharges in Agresso and liaising with Income Processing units, Business partnering and other finance teams (i.e. Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, AFIHUB), ensuring that any issues are quickly identified and resolved

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to work diligently under pressure, and with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Have excellent communication skills, and be able to work well within a global and complex organisation
• Have experience of and ability to understand the interrelationship between different IT systems
• Be a part-qualified accountant (AAT, CIMA, ACCA) or qualified by experience
• Have strong problem-solving skills to be able to respond to a wide range of queries

If you are an AAT Qualified Finance Officer (or working towards qualification) looking for a role that also lets you get involved in the wider work of the charity, we might have the job for you.

Our Finance Officer supports all the day to day finance functions of our charity, looking after the company bank accounts, being responsible for the accounts payable and accounts receivable duties, dealing with payroll and gift aid processing etc. You would be the first point of contact for any routine finance queries. Alongside this, you will also support our Funding Team, carrying out due diligence checks on funding applications and attending grants panels to minute and record the decisions made, thereby getting a real insight into the core work of our charity.

You will need to be unflappable, used to working in a multi-functional role,  whilst maintaining a keen eye for detail. Experience of SAGE Line 50 and/or Salesforce would be a huge advantage in getting you started quickly in this role.

Duties include:

Day to day financial processes

• Processing of all accounts payable/receivable transactions including donations, invoices, grant payments, expenses, credit cards, standing orders, direct debit etc. through SAGE and the banking system.
• Dealing with supplier queries regarding payments and some chasing of debtors
• Monthly bank reconciliations and back up of banking system.
• Maintenance of the Fixed Asset Ledger, Prepayments and Accruals records.
• Banking and control of cheques and cash receipts.
• Management and reconciliation of petty cash.
• Administration and reconciliation of payments/ repayments of Social Investment Loans.
• Processing receipts from JustGiving and other third party sites.
• Processing Gift Aid applications.
• Processing and reconciling donations and grants payments through the Salesforce database.

Governance Support

• Financial due diligence on organisations making applications for grants, crisis funds and loans to ensure that they are financially stable and that financial eligibility criteria are met.
• Governance due diligence on organisations making applications for grants, crisis funds and loans to ensure that they are properly constituted and eligible to apply for Heart of Bucks funding.
• Preparation, in conjunction with the Grants Team, of information required by Grants Panel members in advance of each meeting
• Attendance and minute taking at Grants Panel meetings

Payroll

• Monthly payroll reports and processing of payslips (8-12 employees) in Sage
• Monthly HMRC payments

Funds and reporting

As required, supporting the Head of Finance with:

• reconciliation of funds
• preparation of reports
• liaising with Auditors to produce annual accounts
• preparation for and minuting of meetings

Team member

• Contribute to team building and development
• Work collaboratively to support the effectiveness of the whole team
• Participate and contribute to team/ organisational events

Heart of Bucks is a Living Wage Employer, registered as a MINDFUL EMPLOYER and a Disability Confident Employer. 

We will be interviewing as applications are received, so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement when the post is filled.

Finance Officer - Flexible within England
Reference: MAY20211087
Location: Flexible within England
Salary: £18,250.00 - £20,246.00 Per Annum, pro rata
Benefits: Pension, 34 days Annual Leave (pro-rata), Life Assurance

Do you have a flair for analysing financial information, overseeing budgets and working with others to get the most from limited resources? We are looking for a Finance Officer to support the RSPB's operational managers across Southern England, delivering our mission to give nature a home.

This role will be responsible for providing comprehensive business support for financial and budget processes and will be the main point of contact for the Finance Business Partner on all major budget and forecast queries.

You will need to work closely with budget managers and Fundraisers across the RSPB's Southern England team and take a flexible approach to ensure that financial support requirements are met.

You will need to develop and nurture effective working relationships with people at all levels and ensure confidential and sensitive financial matters are handled professionally.

The role is 0.6 full-time equivalent, meaning an average of 3 days per week, although we expect this to flex occasionally in response to peaks in workload, for instance at the end of the financial year.

This role is based flexibly and can be based at home - where a suitable home-working environment is in place - or within an RSPB office. Because this role will primarily be supporting the team across Southern England, our preference is for candidates to be based in the south. However, given most aspects of the role can be conducted remotely, consideration will be given to candidates across England.

Key responsibilities include:

• Act as Finance Officer for operational regions and functional teams; and the main point of contact for the Finance Business Partner on all major budget and forecast queries
• Coordinate and support timely receipt of budget forecasts and check accuracy of data in order to meet internal budget deadlines, including managing budget spreadsheets and working with budget holders to populate this for at forecasts and annual budget setting
• Establish, maintain and develop effective relationships with people at all levels on behalf of the Operations Director, to ensure confidential and sensitive financial matters are handled appropriately and professionally, for example when dealing with salary information
• Coordinate and attend budget review meetings in order to provide advice and support and contribute to the examination and challenge of data and budget assumptions
• Provide an overview of monthly management reports and transaction reports, highlighting any anomalies or errors to budget holders and provide support to make transaction amendments in order to ensure accurate tracking of all income and expenditure
• Co-ordinate and support year-end processes and raise paperwork required by the Finance Department to support accurate completion of yearly annual accounts, including grant accruals, carry forwards and compliance within given timeframes
• Provide support on country and/or UK-wide agri-environment payment schemes in the region, to include tracking payments, monitoring income, providing information for grant accruals, identifying agreements that are ending and supporting any transition to new schemes as applicable, working closely with the reserve and Rural Surveyor teams where required
• Provide support to Project Managers in setting up and establishing project budgets and for all project lifetime forecasts thereafter
• Work with the England Fundraising team to support budgeting, tracking, forecasting and claiming of externally grant-funded projects
• Provide eBIS support to the Operations Director and Area Managers as required, including processing of invoices.
• Provide timely and accurate information and support to Operations Director and Area Managers, enabling them to complete periodic budget reviews at key points in the year
• Provide basic finance training for new staff as part of their induction and ongoing development

What we need from you:

• Five GCSEs (or equivalent) to include Maths and English.
• Good working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and ability to use other Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience of working with and understanding complex budget information.
• Sound financial analysis skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people within and external to the RSPB, both verbally and in writing.
• Good organisational and time management skills

Closing date: 23:59, 18 July 2021

To Apply and For More Information:

If you would like to apply or find out more please click the 'Apply' button. You will be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.

No agencies please.

Justice for Iran is seeking a Finance Officer to support its operational activities. Preferably based in London, the Finance Officer will be responsible for the administration of the finances of Justice for Iran, mainly including:

1- Supervising all financial matters and processing all day-to-day financial operations:

• Managing the NGO’s bank account(s);
• Overseeing funding flow;
• Managing accounting softwares;
• Processing payments, particularly ensuring timely payment of salaries, and all suppliers/partners' invoices;
• Ensuring that all transactions are properly coded to respective grants, and that budget lines are accurate;
• Keeping record and supporting documentation of all transactions: preparing a record of capital introduced and all undertaken financial transactions; maintaining records of all receipts and payments of cash; maintaining records of invoices issued and received; reconciling balances monthly/annually with the bank statements.

2- Supporting budgeting and reporting processes:

• Assisting project managers in preparing budgets, including proposal budgets and annual consolidated budgets;
• Drafting budget and budget narrative for project proposals, answering donors’ financial queries in the process of fundraising and providing them with any financial related document they may require;
• Preparing quarterly and final financial reports, and ensuring timely submission to donors; Dealing with all queries and comments about financial reports;
• Maintaining an up-to-date allocation table/overview of funding of shared/support costs and preparing monthly allocation of staffing and other shared costs;
• Performing monthly reporting of expenditure against approved budget lines;
• Ensuring maintenance of proper and accurate accounting records and archiving of supporting documents.

3- Ensuring compliance with standard procedures, local government regulations and donor requirements, and particularly:

• Ensuring that grant financial management is done effectively and in a timely manner;
• Ensuring compliance with UK regulations and obligations, including taxes, social security, statutory accounts/ annual accounts to the government (HMRC);
• Supervising any audit required by law or by donors, and preparing all required documentation for financial audits;
• Submitting the annual statutory accounts to the Companies House and other UK regulatory mechanisms;
• Being the focal point for auditors to receive communication and provide necessary information.

4- Sharing knowledge:

• Training support staff and/or relevant staff on day to day processing of financial transactions (i.e. invoices, expense claims and bank payments);
• Assisting project managers and directors in any task including a financial aspect.

Essential Competencies

• A minimum of three years directly relevant work experience in a similar position in an NGO;
• University degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field;
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting databases;
• Advanced proficiency in at least one accounting software, preferably Xero;
• Experience of accurately and efficiently processing financial transactions and reconciling data, and a good understanding of financial software and systems;
• Fluent spoken and written English language;
• Ability to work independently and efficiently;
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment as part of a team, and excellent communication skills that will allow you to resolve discrepancies through discussion with colleagues and external parties, and to put forward improvements in controls to prevent these reoccurring;
• Highly efficient and organised, with an ability to multi-task;
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meeting deadlines;
• Proven ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality regarding work-related information and data;
• Honesty and strong commitment ;
• Flexibility and understanding of the context of human rights work;
• Accuracy and reliability;
• Ability to understand and support the aims, objectives and values of JFI and reflect them in all aspects of work.

Desirable Competencies:

• Working experience with relevant EU/US donors, and deep understanding of donor requirements and guidelines;
• Empathy with victims of human rights abuse;
• Ability to think and work strategically, creatively, and under pressure.

Terms:

Reporting: The position reports to the Operational Manager.

Hours: This is a full-time position at 35 hours a week.

Contract: Permanent

Location: The position is based at the JFI office in London. JFI has a flexible working policy that allows for some working from home.

Compensation: Depending on experience.

Probation: There is a three-month probationary period.

Holiday:There are 25 days of holiday per year, in addition to UK public holidays.

Status: The ideal candidate will have the right to live and work in the UK.

Starting date: 1 July 2021

Justice for Iran (JFI) is a UK-based non-governmental, not-for-profit organization defending and promoting human rights in Iran. It aims to address and eradicate the practice of impunity that empowers officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran to perpetrate widespread human right violations against their citizens, and to hold them accountable for their actions. Justice for Iran unravels the truth and seeks justice for ethnic and religious minorities, LGBTQI+ people, women, and those who are persecuted because of their political beliefs. To achieve its mission, Justice for Iran researches, documents, validates, and litigates individual cases. It raises public awareness and participates in human rights advocacy through resorting to various international mechanisms.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae and a short cover letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining key skills and experience that are relevant to this position. Please include the names and contact details of at least two references that can be approached in early stage of the recruitment process. Applications submitted without references will not be considered.

The deadline for submitting applications is 20 June 2021.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Cranfield Trust has been providing high calibre management support to frontline voluntary organisations for more than thirty years.  We are committed to enabling charities to be effectively managed and to support people experiencing poverty, disability or social exclusion.

We are looking for a highly capable financial professional to join Cranfield Trust as a Finance Officer to ensure the smooth running of the day to day transactional finance processes of the charity.  The Finance Officer will report to and assist the Head of Finance, Administration and Control. This role is part of the Finance and Administration Team, and will work closely with other colleagues across the organisation, including the Development Team, who are responsible for fundraising and stewardship of donors.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Payroll, the timely payment of suppliers and expenses, monitoring of bank accounts and posting of transactions using Sage.
• Providing high quality and timely information to the management team on budget and financial spend, as well as information on service costs. 
• Supporting the Development and Operations Teams in providing financial information on restricted funds, project activities and linking funds to programme deliverables.

Whilst this is a busy and dynamic charity, there are not a high number of financial transactions so some of the role will focus on areas for system and process development, such as improvements in project accounting and how we use information. This will be a good opportunity for a keen systems-oriented individual with strong initiative.You will also need to be methodical, highly organised and with excellent attention to detail, showing initiative and self-motivation in carrying out routine tasks, often to deadlines. 

Cranfield Trust has a number of strong partnerships with grant-making trusts and foundations.  We have worked with many of our current funders for some years, and often work together, offering programmes of support to charities receiving funding from a foundation, and management support from the Trust.

The role will normally be office-based in Romsey (subject to the Trust’s COVID-19 response) but consideration will be given to requests for flexible and remote working for part of the time.

Do you want to change the lives of people who are Deaf, have hearing loss or experience tinnitus, in the UK and Sub-Saharan Africa?We do.And we need your help to do it. 

This role requires a finance officer with a keen attention to detail and a passion for supporting people with disabilities, both at home and overseas. 

We are looking for someone who has high standards, who values best practice and is capable of implementing and following financial controls and procedures. You will have experience of accountancy practices and ideally an understanding of how small charities function.

You will have an outstanding track record of ensuring the smooth function and implementation of financial procedures within small organisations. You will also be a pro-active, helpful and adaptable team member with the ability and the capacity to take on responsibility within a very small but ambitious team.

Key Responsibilities

Finance

•  To ensure that finance systems and processes are set up, documented and implemented.
•  To ensure that sufficient records are maintained to show and explain the organisation’s transactions, in order to disclose accurately, the financial position of Signal at any time.
•  To manage the budgeting process for annual planning.
•  To present financial reports at each trustee meeting which give the board of trustees an understanding of Signal’s overall finances, and giving advice and information to support decision making.
•  To liaise with the independent examiner/auditor to produce the statutory accounts.

Administration

•  To ensure smooth and consistent administrative operations and processes around the office.
•  Handle administrative requests and queries from the International Programmes Manager.
•  Act as the point of contact for service providers (utility suppliers etc.).
•  Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports to funders.
• To be a key team member who is willing is take on additional responsibilities when required.

Person Specification and Skills

You will have experience of budgeting/forecasting, Management Accounting, payroll, financial reporting and a passion for working in the charity sector.

Key skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills – able to communicate effectively with the team and external stakeholders.
• Excellent administration skills.
• Advanced IT skills; in particular, the use of Microsoft Office suite and accounting software.
• Time management skills and an ability to plan, organise and prioritise, ensuring that tasks are completed within requested timescales.
• Awareness of when to exercise confidentiality.
• Positive, supportive & compassionate approach to working in a small team.
• Ability to use initiative when appropriate.
• Ability to cope with a varied and interesting workload.
• A financial qualification; AAT Level 3 or equivalent.

These skills aren’t prioritised in any particular order. If you don’t think you tick all the boxes highlighted here, but you believe you bring something different to the table that can fulfil the role, then we still want to hear from you and learn about your journey!

Job Title: Finance Officer

Location: Nottingham City, but travel to other Framework sites may be required. Some home working is an option.

Salary: FRWK04 £17,967 to £19,334 (£14,568 to £15,676 pro-rata)

Status & Hours: Permanent, 30 hours per week

Do you want to work for an organisation where 96% of staff, in the last staff survey, said that they enjoy their work?

We are looking for a Finance Officer to join our enthusiastic and busy Finance team.  Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will join a team of 8 and work closely with budgets holders and suppliers to ensure the prompt payment of invoices.

The successful candidate will also support the delivery of robust financial management systems and processes to maximise the financial resources available to Framework.

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

The Company

Murray Hall Community Trust is a rooted anchor charity operating across the West Midlands, using a community development approach, we promote health and wellbeing, enabling and supporting people in need to overcome the challenges of inequality. We advocate, facilitate empowerment, pioneer new solutions and delivering innovative services for stronger communities.

The day-to-day duties

To provide day to day financial management and support to ensure the provision of an integrated business support function to the Children’s Services and other related projects for MHCT.  The individual must be both confident and competent with Budget Management, Annual budget setting and ongoing budget management and monitoring for numerous different funds.  There will be responsibility for the ordering, purchasing, and stock management of resources and the associated financial procedures for processing the bills.  Tight management of the purchase order and accruals systems ensuring accuracy.

In addition, you will hold responsibility for Health and Safety including fire regulations compliance for all Children Services sites.  Ensuring that building security, maintenance and repairs are carried out periodically and as appropriate.  This will also include managing contractor arrangements, including setting up contracts (following approval has been granted), billing arrangements and maintaining an ongoing register with scheduled renewal dates/notice periods.  Ensure the ongoing management of asset/inventory records for the Children’s Services and support other related projects for MHCT.

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications required:

The post holder will be required to hold a qualification in Finance or Accounting to level 3 AAT or equivalent and good standard of education, GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English & Maths. Not for profit knowledge and experience is essential. 

Experienced and confident with Budgets (costing, analysing, tracking, reviewing, and planning for changes).  Ability to work at a high pace whilst retaining high levels of accuracy.  The ability to think for themselves and then bring forward suggestions to resolve issues.

What the company will offer:

• 28 Days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday (pro rata for part time employees)
• Flexible working
• Auto-enrolment into a workplace pension scheme
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

Murray Hall Community Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and invite potential applicants to contact us to identify any additional support they may require to enable them to make an application.

Attached is the Job Description and Person Specification along with an application form which needs to be completed and returned to HR. All applications must be submitted before the closing date stated below.

Some of our roles will be subject to a basic or enhanced DBS check.

Closing date: 25th June 2021

Interviews expected to commence w/c: TBC

Start Date: ASAP