World Horse Welfare is an international charity that improves the lives of horses in the UK and around the world through education, campaigning, and hands-on care.

We are looking to recruit a full time Finance Officer to join the Finance and Administration team based within our Head Office, Snetterton. The main aim of the role is to contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the finance department with particular responsibility for the sales ledger, other income recognition and the production of management information.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in producing and analysing management accounts, budgeting and planning, the production of KPI’s and associated reports for use by management, sales ledger as well as substantial experience of Sage 200.  To have the ACCA qualification or equivalent experience would be highly advantageous as would experience in Charity VAT.  You will have a flexible approach to your work, be well organised with excellent attention to detail, possess good written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to take responsibility, prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines. 

World Horse Welfare takes great pride in being realistic, compassionate and forward-thinking and the successful applicant will be expected to share these values.

Competitive salary offered.

More in Common is a new international initiative, set up in 2017, to build communities and societies that are stronger, more united and more resilient to the increasing threats of polarisation and social division. 
We believe that social fracturing is one of the most pressing issues of our time. And that new approaches are needed if we are to build communities that have more in common than that which divides them.

More in Common is looking for a Finance Manager who has a passion for supporting not-for-profits and who will thrive in an international, fast-paced and demanding start-up environment where their work will influence the organisation’s strategic direction. This is the only full-time finance role in the organisation and a great opportunity for an experienced finance manager to grow into a Head of Finance role. 

Please see full job spec attached

If you are interested in applying please click the 'Apply Button' sending your CV and a cover letter (max 1 page).

 Use ‘Finance Manager’ in the email subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
 

Are you interested in the management of some exciting projects in different countries. Want to work in a dynamic environment?

Development Pathways is a leading advisory services and project management organisation in the areas of social protection, social development, poverty and vulnerability analysis, payment systems and financial inclusion, monitoring and evaluation, research and training. We have our head office in London, UK, and a subsidiary in Nairobi, Kenya. Our offices are located in the Orpington area (Greater London, United Kingdom) and Nairobi (Kenya).

The Programme Officer (PO) will be based in our London office where we have three technical teams delivering projects focused on social policy, financial inclusion and social and economic analysis, delivered across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific. The PO will be responsible for providing project management and administrative support for a range of individual projects within our different technical teams. The job will involve some international travel, but no more than 6 weeks per year.

For more information about our organisation, please visit our website.

Purpose

The Programme Officer will be responsible for providing the day-to-day project management and administrative support for a range of individual projects within our UK office.

Main Responsibilities and Duties

The responsibilities of the Programme Officer will cover all aspects of project management, including contracting, financial and logistical processes, as specified below, with responsibilities growing as his/her capacity develops:

Project Management and Administration

• Overall responsibility supporting implementation of individual projects to help ensure timely delivery of high-quality project deliverables, in coordination with the Team Leader;
• Undertake risk management of assigned projects, escalating to senior management when appropriate;
• Lead on project tracking including on team input days, deliverable deadlines, invoicing schedules, finances, etc.;
• Maintaining and updating project folders and management documents, spreadsheets and databases, ensuring that all relevant information is saved in a clear and accessible manner;
• Contributing to the establishment of new and improved project management processes, policies and procedures;
• Training staff and consultants on project management policies and procedures;
• Reviewing, drafting and managing client and consultant contracts;
• Communicating and building strong relationships with consultants and clients;
• Supporting the Senior Operations Manager in ensuring the development and implementation of systems for project management, and other tasks as required.

Finance

• Financial management of individual projects to ensure that spending is in line with contracts while managing any variances and providing financial forecasts to the Finance Manager;
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with the client contract and invoicing schedule;
• Reviewing consultant and staff invoices and expense claims;
• Preparing and raising client invoices in a timely manner;
• Keeping project related financial documentation up to date.

Logistics

• Planning and coordinating project field missions with staff and consultants;
• Identifying services required for field missions and adhering to agreed budgets;
• Facilitating travel arrangements for staff and consultants, e.g. accommodation, visas and flights;
• Drafting country briefing manuals and ensuring they are kept up to date.

Person Specification

Required:

• A university degree in a relevant area, e.g. international development, international relations or project management;
• Excellent organisational skills with the capacity to work with little supervision; 
• Time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure, manage own workload and prioritise tasks;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate appropriately and professionally with people at all levels and from diverse backgrounds;
• Professional fluency in written and spoken English; 
• Excellent numeracy skills and proficiency with excel;
• Commitment to social justice, gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Desirable

• Previous experience in project management;
• A Master’s degree;
• Proficiency in another language.

Terms of Employment and Benefits

Recruitment will be at the junior level and is a permanent and full-time post. Along with basic salary, the successful candidate would receive an attractive package of the following:

• Entry into the company pension scheme;
• Entry into the company bonus scheme;
• Flexible working hours;
• 30 days holiday in a year (excluding public/bank holidays);
• Company group life assurance;
• Company laptop;
• And, upon satisfactory completion of the probationary period of 6 months, access into the company private health insurance scheme.

The successful candidate may be expected to travel overseas on work-related assignments, up to a maximum of 4 weeks spread over a year.

Equality Statement

Equality and diversity are at the core of Development Pathways’ values. In the selection of our staff, we are committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.

How to apply

We invite interested candidates who meet the requirements to email their applications.

 Applications should include:

1. A one-page cover letter explaining why you are applying for this position, and how your recent relevant experience and skills meet the requirements for this position;
2. A Curriculum Vitae (maximum of two pages) specifying your qualifications, education and relevant work experience.

If successful, we will expect the names, email addresses and day-time contact numbers of two referees, one of them being your current line manager/supervisor (please do not send this information with your application).

Also, please note that this position is open to those who have the right to reside and work in the UK, so we will expect relevant proof of such if asked for an interview (please do not send this information with your application).

Closing date for this post will be 23rd February 2020.

The security of your personal information is important to us. Please look at our Privacy Policy which is online. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and a successful candidate may be selected prior to the closing date. Candidates are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a brief assessment and to participate in an interview. 

Due to the high number of applications expected, unfortunately, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Sightsavers is recruiting for a Finance Officer to work on the Ascend programme who will deliver on all financial requirements for the DFID funded Ascend programme (working in thirteen countries with a total budget of £91.2m).  They will also provide support to the Head of NTD Finance and Operations Team as necessary.

In particular, the Ascend Finance Officer will help prepare budget and reporting templates in line with DFID requirements, oversee project financial planning, monitoring and reporting as well as support on implementation of the online reporting portal for financial submissions from partners (MyCLAIMS system). The role will also provide support to the Head of Finance & VfM (Ascend) in managing all aspects of project cash flow, produce internal and external analysis and reports to influence project decision making, oversee project control frameworks and help support partners to undertake their work effectively.

Salary: c£30,000 dependent upon experience

Contract: Two Year Fixed Term Contract

About the role:

Key duties will include:

• Review and check budgets and other financial submissions prepared by partners and Sightsavers country office staff
• Analysis across data sets using MyCLAIMS and Excel to identify cost drivers and assess financial performance across countries against agreed indicators.
• Participate in ongoing financial monitoring of projects (including donor financial reporting, audits and overseas travel to provide support and training as needed).
• Ensure that contract income and expenditure is correctly reflected in the accounting system and that Sightsavers internal financial process requirements are complied with
• Assist with the development, management and continual improvement of financial, programme management and reporting systems
• Responsible for the operational financial management of the Policy Strategic Innovation Fund (PSIF), a subset of the Ascend programme worth £4.3m
• Support with other day to day finance and administration tasks on the programme.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills and it’s an involved role so please read the complete Job Description for further details.

About you:

The ideal candidate will have:

• finance and accountancy experience
• awareness of overseas development (preferably gained through work in the INGO sector)
• excellent numerical skills
• strong attention to detail
• an improvement mindset and a willingness to develop skills and knowledge
• an understanding of institutional donor contract management, in particular DFID funding

This role may be for you if:

• You are proactive by nature and have initiative.
• You are comfortable taking decisions and have a good sense of when to escalate issues.
• You are quick to notice irregularities, yet you do not lose sight of the bigger picture.
• You enjoy solving problems and have a keen eye for improvement.
• You communicate clearly. You adapt your language and pace to suit your listeners.
• You are confident holding close working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• You are comfortable working in an international context and travelling to the countries we work in.

Sightsavers offers a great place to work within easy reach of London and Brighton.

We anticipate that interviews, including a short Excel-based task will take place at our Haywards Heath, West Sussex offices in mid-February. Please note that this role has been extended.

Closing Date: 2 February, 2020

Finance Assistant

Permanent Role – 35 hours per week

Salary £25,357 pa + benefits

Our mission at Haven House is to provide the highest quality palliative and holistic care services to babies, children and young people and their families in our local communities.

Haven House is extremely proud to have been voted 26th in the Sunday Times Best Not for Profit Organisations 2019.  We believe this is testament to our committed team who offer the highest possible level of care which makes a difference to the families and children during the most difficult of times. 

We are looking for a Finance Assistant to undertake key day to day duties within a Finance office.

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Purchase Ledger

• Sales Ledger

• Processing of income received

• Money counting and supervision of finance volunteers

• Administrating petty cash

• Following policies and procedures

• Assisting with end of year audits

The detailed job description and person specification, including the required qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and personal qualities are set out in the link attached.

This role will be based at our beautiful woodland setting in Woodford Green where there is on-site parking, public transport and easy access from the Central Line.

If you are a potential candidate who would like to discuss the role, you can contact Abby-Lee Widger, Finance Manager at Haven House Children's Hospice and she will be happy to answer any queries regarding this role or how Finance operates within Haven House.

To apply

Please download the application form and return to Haven House.

The closing date is Monday 3 February at 5.00pm.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Friday 7 February 2020

Haven House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be requested to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check subject to their role.

What the job involves

We are looking for an enthusiastic Finance Assistant with a can-do attitude to administer and process the transactional processing activities within the charity and its subsidiaries. The job involves administration of the procure to pay process, banking and providing excellent customer service, to our internal and external customers. You will perform general credit control duties, reconciliations, training of staff volunteers and assist with supplier payment runs and general income postings. You will be the first point of contact and interact with all departments of the organisation, from Fundraising to Digital Marketing, this will give you great exposure of the charity on a whole.

What we want from you

An experienced Finance Assistant, with strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to use their own initiative to make day-to-day decisions and adhere to the financial guidelines set by the charity. A team player, who has an eye for detail and an understanding of the importance of sound financial controls embedded in the transactional processing activities within Finance.

Why work for us?

We have a simple ambition – to stop men dying from prostate cancer. Through shifting the science over the next 10 years to focus on radical improvements in diagnosis, treatment, prevention and support, we can make prostate cancer a disease the next generation of men need not fear. Be part of a team that will put an end to prostate cancer being a killer.

The support we’ll provide

Join our team and you’ll be working at an award-winning charity that will help you learn, develop your skills and expertise, and achieve your highest aspirations. We provide everything you’d expect from a professional organisation – competitive benefits package, contributory pension scheme, life insurance and a season ticket loan – but much more besides. Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we fight for a better future for men.

Finance Assistant

(Ref:  SUS2844)

£18,150 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

37.5 hours per week – part-time hours/ job share available

Maternity cover - based in central Bristol

This role will play a key part in the continued support of our Finance team and will primarily include operating the purchase and sales ledgers along with other general accounts tasks providing high quality support to our staff.

With a good standard of education, you will have experience in contributing to the work of a team and be IT literate.  You will have a good telephone manner, a good email manner, be organised and methodical, be able to work independently and to follow procedures.   You will also have an interest in numbers and accountancy.  Studying for an appropriate qualification – AAT, ACCA, CIMA – and a commitment to the promotion of sustainable transport, would be an advantage.

Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 09:00am on Tuesday 11 February 2020.  Interviews will take place in Bristol on Thursday 20 February 2020.

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.  We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we’re challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in research to make life-changing breakthroughs possible.

This role combines some daily tasks, which require attention to detail to accurately record data and maintain records, along with a broader responsibility for employee expense claims which will allow the successful candidate to show their proactive approach and use their initiative in resolving issues and helping others in the organisation.

This role requires excellent focus, time management and prioritisation as this involves daily, weekly and monthly tasks which may vary in complexity depending on queries and requests received. The successful candidate will organise their workload to aid others in the team as needed, which will allow the candidate to gain wider Finance experience over time.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

• Managing the Finance Team shared inbox, dealing with basic queries and passing other queries to the appropriate colleague.
• Filing and assistance collating documents for year-end audit.
• Processing and payment of employee expenses.
• Imports of data between different systems.
• Monthly reconciliation of credit card statements to expense claims.
• Responsibility for maintaining records, such as the creation of new employees in systems, applications for new credit cards and changing of credit limits and expense approvers.
• Helping employees with their claims as needed.
• Recording, management and reconciliation of cash received directly to the office.
• Daily scanning of cheques received and recording in finance system.
• Printing of invoices received.
• Logging new invoices and assisting with supplier queries at times
• Ad hoc support such as posting invoices to the system and assisting with payment runs.

What we are looking for:

• GCSE in Maths at a grade C or above (4-9) or equivalent)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Able to pick up tasks quickly and effectively
• Data entry and/or administrative office experience
• Proactive and helpful attitude
• Methodical approach to workload
• Able to work with a wider team across the organisation

Location: Granta Park, near Cambridge.

Salary: Circa £21,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more details.

The closing date for applications is the 2nd February 2020, with interviews likely to be held on the 10th February 2020. We would encourage applicants to submit their application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Should we wish to contact you to arrange an earlier interview this will be arranged based on the availability of the candidate and the panel. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend on a certain date considering the 10th February.

In order to be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please visit the Alzheimer’s Research UK website.

Vacancy Reference Number:

ISUFSC/ISU/UK-R1

Position title:

International Support Unit (ISU) Finance and Services Coordinator

Reports to:

Director of International Support Unit

Location:

Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary guideline:

£27,000 – £32,000 (depending on experience)

Terms of Employment:

12-Months’ Fixed-Term Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period, Extendable)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up to date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 7th February 2020

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

Interviews: As and When Suitable Candidates Identified

Start: ASAP thereafter

NB: -

• Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold Skype Interview with Muslim Hands; therefore, please include your Skype ID in your application.
• Muslim Hands reserves the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found ahead of the ‘closing date’ [7th February 2020].

Background

Muslim Hands is a UK-based international relief organisation working in over 40 countries worldwide. International Support Unit (ISU) support the development of Muslim Hands partner offices in the areas of fundraising and communication, program management, administration and finance and at the outset the unit will focus on the following countries non-exhaustive list Canada France South Africa and the United Kingdom. 

Job Specifics

1.  Finance

• Provide direction and support to the partner offices to develop and implement a financial strategy in line with their organisational strategic aims.
• Work with international partner offices to develop and implement the organisation’s annual budgetary planning. Ensure effective models and tools to enable planning and budget management at all levels.
• Oversee the preparation of the partner offices’ annual budget, monthly management accounts and annual financial accounts.
• Support senior management in creating strategic financial plans for the future through an analysis of the business climate and market trends.

• Ensure that financial policies and practices are in line in statutory regulations and legislation in their respective countries in the partner offices.
• To develop, implement and maintain the operation of financial controls, standards and systems in the partner offices.
• Facilitate day-to-day operations, including tracking financial data, invoicing, payroll, bank statements, and reviews completed monthly bank reconciliations.
• Support to produce and monitor the departmental and annual budget, review cash flow, accounts and other financial transactions for each department within the partner offices.
• Reviews, develop and maintain internal accounting controls and procedures and advise staff on internal controls and accounting policies and procedures in the partner offices.
• Organise monthly budget review meeting and prepare official reports on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis to present to Director of International Support Unit, Management and Board of Trustees in the partner offices. 
• Organise and lead monthly meetings regarding financial performance in the partner offices and ensure all budgets are confirmed and accurate for quarterly presentations to the Management for future decision making.
• Lead financial training for budget holders to enable them to fulfil their responsibilities concerning financial Management.
• Support managers in the partner offices by critically analysing projects budgets, and financial proposals.
• Oversee both internal monitoring and evaluation processes and the external auditing process. Carry out internal checks and audits as needed.
• Assist the Director/Board in preparing and ensuring annual accounts (All MH-internationally registered entities) are instructed.

2.  Programme Financial Management

• Support Muslim Hands partner offices to produce program financial reports at regular intervals (monthly, quarterly and annually).
• Oversee the preparation of project budgets and costings as well as project-based accounts.
• Support international offices to develop and implement the programme annual budget to ensure it is in line with the organisation’s financial procedures to deliver projects.
• To support international offices financial transactions to and by MH partners in accordance with MOU and programme funding agreement.
• Support International Offices in presenting financial reports to the Director, Senior Management and Board of Trustees on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

3.  Finance Human Resource

• Review, revise and ensure that HR processes and procedures are appropriate within finance teams.
• Support the partner offices to effectively recruit, induct, trained and manage staff in the relevant department.
• Provide regular feedback, training and support throughout the year to create a capable and highly motivated workforce in the partner offices.

​4. General Responsibilities

• To demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct
• To support with Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in approximately 5-Live-TV-Appeals during our peak periods.
• To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by Line Manager
• To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands Policies, Procedures and Professional Practices

NB: This Job Description is illustrative and non-exhaustive in scope.  The post-holder may be required to undertake any reasonable tasks as and when required by Line Manager from time to time to reflect the changing needs of the Organisation

Person specification: - 

Essential Requirements:

• Ability to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom
• Must be able to either:

Provide a valid Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands;

OR

Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role.

• Frequent International travel to Partner Offices in Canada, France and South Africa

Please register your interest and apply by sending in your current CV and a suitable covering letter.

Deadline for applications is 7th February 2020 however we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found. 

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful.

Fixed term contract until the end of September 2020

Closing date: 30th January 2020 at 11.30 pm. Interview date: 5th February 2020.

Are you already a part-qualified accountant, or intending to study for an accounting qualification (CCAB, CIMA or overseas equivalent) or someone with financial reporting experience gained in the Charity sector? Then join Shelter as a Finance Systems Assistant and you could soon be playing a vital support role within our Finance department.

A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change — with individuals, in communities, across society – and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve

About the Role

This interesting fixed term role sits within the Finance Systems team. We support and improve Shelter’s financial information systems and help make sure that our financial processes are efficient, easy to use, and well controlled. We also manage reporting tools to help everyone at Shelter fulfil their financial responsibilities and look after our resources. Your challenge will be to make sure users of the system feel supported and able to process finance tasks quickly and accurately. You’ll also get involved in the development of, and changes to, the finance system to enable better user experience and improved financial controls. And, when it comes to developing and maintaining the reporting of data from the system to produce more informed business decision making, again, we’ll count on you to play your part.

About you
Commercially aware, customer-focused and comfortable collaborating as part of a team, you have great time management skills, strong attention to detail, excellent numeracy and intermediate Excel skills (with SQL useful).  What’s more, you’re used to using accounting software (Unit 4 Business World/Agresso would be great) and are proficient in MS Office applications like Outlook and Word. Experience of providing support to internal customers in a technical field such as finance or IT would also be an advantage, as would a proven ability to identify and implement improvements to business processes.

Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our Finance team and be the change you want to see in society.

Safeguarding is everyone’s business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

At Shelter, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. We also encourage applications from people, who have been homeless or have been at risk of homelessness. We are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Jacksons Lane is looking for a part-time Finance Officer to join our busy, friendly team here at North London's creative space.

The Finance Officer is responsible for maintaining all of the transaction processing and reporting to the point of trial balance, utilising SAGE 50 and reporting to the part-time Finance Manager.

The role will require someone who is willing to work flexibly and independently, with minimal supervision. The ideal person must be comfortable using a multi-user system and be confident and able to adapt their skills to meet the requirements of an organisation in a period of rapid growth and change.

Please visit the Jacksons Lane website to download the Job Description and Person Specification, Application Form, Equal Opportunities Form and some more information about Jacksons Lane. If you have any queries or would like to discuss the post please contact Leslie Daniels

Salary: £28,000 per annum (pro-rata)

Contract period: Permanent. This post is offered on a part-time (22.5 hours or 3 days per week) Core hours on working days are 10:00 to 15:00.

Deadline: 3rd February 2020

We’re seeking a part time financial administrator to work across our Collective (currently 3 limited companies) to manage and process our financial systems working with our accountants, CJM Associates. 

We’re seeking someone with a passion for numbers, business and processes, who can keep our finances whipped into the best shape possible, enabling us to focus on reaching as many people as possible. You should be efficient, reliable and personable with an outstanding attention to detail.

This is a part-time position (16 hours per week) on permanent contract.

The full job pack is available to download on our website.

To Apply:

Send a CV (including two references) and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience with “Finance Officer” in the subject line (email address found on our website).

The role is due to commence in February after the offer has been made,  but we can be flexible with the start date depending on prior commitments.

The deadline for applications is Monday 10th Feb, 9am
Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place on Friday 14th Feb at Beatfreeks HQ in Digbeth.

The Administrative Officer ensures the efficient and effective function of the WFSA office, including support to the finance manager. Join our small but busy team and help us to achieve our vision of universal access to safe anaesthesia.

5 billion of the world's 7 billion people do not have access to safe, affordable, timely surgery and anaesthesia. 17 million people die each year from surgically treatable conditions (that's more than 4 times the number who die from HIV, Tuberculosis and Malaria combined).

If that sounds wrong to you and you are an experienced office administrator with a desire to make a difference then this could be your perfect job.

Candidate Application Information 

This is a four or five day role (let us know your preference)

Guidance for submission 

• Read the attached Job Description
• Submit a covering letter and an up to date CV including contact details of two referees. 

Note: - we will not take up references before short-listing nor without your express consent.

• Your cover letter should be used to tell us how you think you meet the requirements laid out in the job description. Draw particular attention to experience, skills, achievements and knowledge gained in past employment or other activities which are relevant to the job and give examples to support what you say.
• Ensure your covering letter is no more than 2 pages long (2 sides of A4). 

Applications should be submitted no later than 4th February 2020. Any applications arriving after this deadline will not be considered for shortlisting. 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview on the 7th of February (this will involve an interview and a short written exercise) with second interviews - if required - over the following week.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday per year (pro rata)

5% employer pension contribution

Location: London, EC4

Salary: circa £47,000 (depending on experience)

Accountable to: Head of Finance

Contract type: Permanent, full time (open to flexible working)

Overall Purpose of the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a motivated team and play a critical role in supporting all financial processes at Big Society Capital. Your work will be complex and varied, offering exposure to a range of pioneering projects across Big Society Capital’s corporate and investment activity.

The position will have an initial focus on month end processes and production of the management accounts, assisting with the development of management information that enables deeper understanding of the organisation and its performance. You will also support investment accounting, fund and treasury accounting, the preparation of statutory reporting and returns; managing Big Society Capital’s liquidity and cash flow; and preparing and monitoring departmental budgets. The position will ensure that effective financial controls and procedures are maintained and will include some responsibility for the valuation of investments.

Internal Contacts:

Work in the Finance team consisting of the CFO, Head of Finance, Senior Finance Manager and Management Accountant. Extensive contact with all members of staff, particularly the Investment team, the Legal and Compliance team and the Operations team. Contact with Executive Committee members to get authorisations and develop/monitor budgets.

External Contacts:

Auditors, bank, treasury management providers, regulatory advisers, FCA, HMRC, investees

Other Requirements:

Flexibility to develop the role and take on additional tasks as required

Key Accountabilities:

• Support the month end process, including reporting to Senior Management and the FCA.
• Develop departmental budgets and input into the forecasting process.
• Manage the organisation’s liquidity effectively, so that funds are available when required.
• Support statutory reporting, including group consolidation, and liaise with auditors to ensure accurate and timely completion of the year end process.
• Preparation of annual tax returns and other tax requirements, liaising with external Tax advisers as required.
• Assist with the preparation of FCA reporting and other requirements.
• With the team, maintain and develop accurate accounting systems, records and reporting, with adequate financial controls. Review and develop processes for the valuation and financial monitoring of Big Society Capital’s social investment portfolio, including preparation for the Quarterly Valuation Committee.
• Review quarterly Fund reporting and Audited Accounts from BSC’s investments and ensure Fund income and expenditure and valuation gains/losses are accurately recorded in BSC’s accounting system. Liaison with Fund Managers as required.
• With the team, research and stay current with accounting standards, guidance and legislation, and apply to BSC’s financial and FCA reporting requirements.
• Undertake project work to support the development of BSC and the finance function, including supporting the introduction of external social impact investing products.

Person Profile

Essential:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CA)
• Sound and up to date knowledge of UK GAAP
• Development of management information and insightful analysis
• Development of internal control procedures and frameworks
• Previous experience in a similar position

Desirable:

• 2-5 years post qualified experience
• Charity or not-for-profit organisation experience
• Social Investment experience
• FCA regulatory reporting
• Knowledge of IPEV valuation guidelines
• Investment management, Fund Accounting or financial services experience

Special Aptitudes

• Strong IT skills, particularly Excel
• Demonstrates excellent financial and numerical awareness: fully conversant with financial accounts and accounting procedures
• Relevant knowledge of accounting IT systems
• Embraces complex data
• Good communication skills
• Ability to apply statutory principles, guidelines and legislation in practice
• Excel modelling skills (Desirable)

Disposition

• Strong team player
• Builds solid relationships with key stakeholders
• Superior judgment, discretion and utmost integrity
• Flexible and willing to take on different tasks as required

Thinking Style

• Analytical with excellent attention to detail
• Well organised & able to prioritise

Circumstances

• Able to work outside of standard working hours on occasion to meet deadlines
• Big Society Capital is open to explore a degree of flexible working

Salary and terms of employment

• This is a permanent, full time role, open to flexible working;
• All applicants must have an existing Right to Work in the UK;
• Salary – circa £47,000 (depending on experience);
• Big Society Capital is committed to being a diverse organisation that is truly representative of the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunities employer with an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holidays (plus bank holidays and additional closure days). Allowance increases with length of service
• Season ticket loan
• Pension of up to 11% employer contribution
• Flexible working options
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Private health and life insurance policy

Applications

• We carry out blind recruitment at Big Society Capital. Please apply via BeApplied.
• Deadline – Sunday 26th January 2020;
• Interviews – If your application is successful, you will be invited to a first-stage interview with Big Society Capital in early February. Second-stage interviews will take place in mid-February.