You will be joining us at an exciting time, as we look to our future and develop our strategy and ambitions around being a more ethical, sustainable, diverse and inclusive, and build on our history and reputation as a progressive organisation supporting high quality performing arts, the community and social justice. This role will be an integral part of the team helping build our capacity, providing essential support and administration for the Operations Department at this important time.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant and will lead a small finance team. The post holder will be responsible for the overall financial management of the charity including preparation of annual budgets and cash-flow, quarterly management accounts and annual reports, as well as ensuring the financial controls are fit for purpose and operating effectively.

The role will oversee the operational and enterprise areas of The Charleston Trust including developing new business areas for the charity while ensuring profitability and excellence in the catering, retail and visitor experience.

The job will entail reviewing the charity’s financial processes to improve efficiency and effective financial reporting and will be required to support the ongoing process of change at Charleston. Good technical skills and IT literacy will be required to ensure that all financial, ticketing, membership and enterprise systems are sufficient to deliver timely and accurate KPIs and other data for Director/CEO, staff and Trustees.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the financial management of the charity.
• Provide the Senior Management Team with all relevant financial information to enable them to plan effectively and control their strategic and commercial responsibilities.
• Prepare management accounts, cash flow forecasts and all other relevant financial information for presentation to the Board of Trustees and the Business & Finance Committee.
• Ensure the charity and its enterprise subsidiary conforms with all financial, charitable and other statutory responsibilities.
• Support budget holders to set and monitor budgets.
• Be responsible for putting in place and maintaining robust financial systems and controls.
• Responsibility for submission of tax and VAT returns and other matters pertaining to HMRC, Charity law, Company law, PAYE and other relevant legislation.
• Work closely with the auditors to manage the annual audit process including preparation and submission of statutory accounts.
• Work across the organisation to monitor, improve and/or retender for new financial, ticketing, sales and membership systems.
• Manage and co-ordinate the organisation’s insurance provision and work closely with the Head of Operations and Visitor Experience to ensure good value for money with major utilities and facilities contracts.
• Be an inspiring, effective and supportive line manager to all line reports.
• Manage the Finance department to ensuring a productive and professional service within and outside the organisation.
• Support the Head of Retail & Product Development and the Head Chef/Catering Manager to access, analyse and report financial information relating to their departments. Work closely with these line reports to understand visitor habits, make improvements to ensure profitability, manage costs and maintain/increase spend per head while delivering an excellent experience appropriate to Charleston’s unique heritage.
• Provide line management support for the Head of Operations & Visitor Experience in all their areas of responsibility including buildings, site and facilities maintenance, ticketing and groups management, and the management of a large team of Visitor Service Assistants and Guides.
• Support the Director/CEO to ensure the organisation works to both legal requirements and sector good practice for HR and governance.

Person Specification

Essential skills and experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, CA or CIMA).
• Significant senior experience in managing an organisation’s finances.
• Line management experience and skills to line manage senior staff.
• Proven track record in business planning and development.

• The skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues, staff, external stakeholders, consultants, trustees, and senior managers and to present financial information in an easily understandable manner.
• The ability to adapt to new technology; exceptional IT skills across a range of platforms and software relevant to the role.
• Experience co-ordinating and setting multi-departmental budgets and producing complex cash-flows.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise effectively.
• Ability to think strategically, commercially and entrepreneurially.
• Understanding of, and preferably experience in, charity finance.

Core competencies

• Exceptional oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• An interest in the heritage sector.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing demands and new challenges.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small team.
• Ability to mentor and supervise individuals.
• Good time management with the ability to work to tight deadlines.

Deadline for applications: 5pm on Wednesday 20 November 2019

Interviews will be held: Thursday 28 November 2019

Additional information

• Because of the rural location of Charleston, the post holder must be aware that getting to work without the use of a car involves some additional planning and commitment.
• The basic annual leave entitlement is 25 working days, excluding bank holidays.
• We offer employers contribution pension scheme (on successful completion of probation).
• The Trust has a commitment to ensure equality of opportunity for all employees and employees are required to adhere to this in their work.
• Our aim is to become a truly inclusive and diverse organisation. We welcome applicants from disabled, black, minority and ethnic communities and LGBTQ+ people.
• All positions at Charleston are offered subject to the following conditions:

• Receipt of satisfactory references
• Proof that you are legally entitled to work in the UK

• All applications received will be acknowledged. Please note that due to limited resources we are unable to give feedback to all applicants.

The Charleston Trust

Charleston is a seventeenth century Sussex farmhouse that was the home of two of the most important and influential British artists of the twentieth century - Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant. Their uniquely decorated house became the country retreat of a group of individuals known as the Bloomsbury group which included Vanessa Bell’s sister Virginia Woolf, the economist John Maynard Keynes and critics Roger Fry and Clive Bell. Writers Lytton Strachey, TS Eliot and EM Forster were also regular visitors.

Today, Charleston is a thriving house museum with a programme of regular exhibitions, events and festivals, a café/restaurant and retail operations. The Charleston Trust receives no public funding to support its running costs and each year is entirely dependent on self-generated income and fundraising.

Age UK Coventry & Warwickshire are actively recruiting for a Director of Finance to effectively manage and develop financial resources in line with the organisation’s vision. Age UK's vision is to make the UK a great place to grow older. We do this by inspiring, supporting and enabling in a number of ways.

You will directly manage the finance teams and ensure production of timely and high quality financial management information. Working in Coventry, with frequent travel around Warwickshire and Coventry, you will also be responsible for all aspects of financial control and fraud prevention.

The Director of Finance has specific responsibility for the operational function and strategic development of the organisation’s financial services. You will be an active member of the Senior Management Team and be expected to contribute to the strategic and operational management of all areas of the organisation.

You will:

• Work with the CEO in providing leadership and direction in the development of a broad range of activities, whilst being consistent in our Strategic Plan, and promoting the organisation’s vision.
• Ensure the organisation maximises its financial performance across the broad range of activities including long-term financial planning and a strategy for the Property Portfolio.
• Manage the finance services with a high level of customer focus and support managers with service development.
• Drive a high quality and performing culture, responsive to Board of Trustees’ needs.
• Embed effective systems and procedures creating a culture of continuous improvement.
• To advise department/unit managers on financial matters including budget preparation and guidance as appropriate. To support service managers in the preparation of bids and contract negotiations.

Skills and Experience:

• A professional qualification and membership of an Accounting body
• A degree or equivalent experience of continuous professional development
• Experience of senior/strategic leadership within an organisation
• Experience of working with SORP and/or a not for profit organisation
• A proven track record of leading and inspiring diverse teams to high level of achievement and innovation
• A successful track record of initiating, leading and managing associated risks
• Experiences of successfully developing and leading a strong performance and outcome focussed culture
• Evidence of a detailed understanding of working within Trustee Boards or similar governing bodies
• Ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely
• Analytical skills with the ability to exercise sound judgement and sensitivity
• Ability to build effective teams and relationships and achieve results through others by leading, inspiring and motivating others
• The ability to achieve change and results through influence, negotiation and collaboration
• Good knowledge of quality assurance systems and the organisational accreditation
• Committed to continuously improving service delivery
• Persistent and able to persuade others to meet your deadlines
• Excellent communications skills

What we offer in return:

• 27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension: 3% employer contribution

Further information regarding this post is available via Age UK Coventry & Warwickshire's website, or you can download a recruitment pack and related documents below.

Age UK Coventry & Warwickshire do not accept CVs whether included with an application or sent speculatively from individuals or recruitment agencies, nor accept the fees associated with them. 

The decision to invite candidates for interview is based on the details completed in your application, so please make sure you complete all sections of the application form as fully as possible. There is no need to attach a CV to your application.

The role

At the Canal & River Trust, we believe that life is better by water. We take care of 2,000 miles of canals and rivers, and those waterways have a vital role in the health and wellbeing of local communities and economies. Every role here plays its part in transforming our canals and rivers into spaces where local people want to spend time and feel better. And yours is no exception.

Your job will be to provide a full PA service to our Director of Strategy, Engagement and Impact, so they’re free to spend as much time as possible on their vital leadership role. You’ll be responsible for everything from managing diaries, travel arrangements and directors’ expenses to preparing presentations and coordinating events. You will also be providing wide-ranging admin support in areas such as staff training and Health & Safety – and occasionally to other directors as well.

What we look for

This role calls for an experienced PA. But not just any experienced PA. Having already proved yourself capable of supporting multiple directors at once, you’ll be confident dealing with senior-level people, and cooperating and consulting with colleagues from right across the Trust. Excellent organisation and communication skills are a given, and you’ll be comfortable using various IT packages including Word, PowerPoint and Excel. We also expect you to have an NVA Business Administration Level V/HND or equivalent.

The impact you’ll have
The waterways we look after contribute to the health and wellbeing of local communities and economies, creating attractive and connected places to live, work, volunteer and spend leisure time. These historic, natural and cultural assets form part of the strategic and local green-blue infrastructure network, linking urban and rural communities as well as habitats. Our waterways are on the doorstep of 8 million people and reach some of the most deprived communities within the UK. By caring for our waterways and promoting their use we believe we can improve the wellbeing of our nation. Come and be part of it.

Our diversity

We aim to represent the diverse communities we are part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do.

To find out more and apply, visit our website.

Please quote reference 2019-6018 when applying.

Closing date for applications: 21st November 2019.

Interviews will be held on 29th November 2019. Candidates must be available to attend on this date.

At Blind Veterans UK, we believe that no one who has served our country should have to battle blindness alone. We offer blind veterans access to the highest quality of services to help them discover life beyond sight loss. 

The Finance team are looking for an experienced, highly numerate and organised Purchase Ledger Assistant to support them in ensuring that all invoices received are processed and paid on time and supplier accounts are up to date. 

Reporting to the Management Accountant, you will be responsible for weekly payment runs using the Finance systems, checking payments against the financial records held, as well as resolving any issues with the bank, where applicable. 

With knowledge of double entry book keeping and accounting concepts, you will also have excellent attention to detail for inputting invoices and payment requisitions.  Good communication skills are also essential, as the role involves regular contact with all staff across the charity and external suppliers. 

Benefits include free life assurance and a generous pension scheme.

If you would like to apply, please email your up to date CV and a supporting statement of no more than 700 words to describe how your knowledge, skills, and experience make you an ideal candidate for the job.

Please note CVs without a supporting statement, as detailed above, will not be accepted 

Closing Date: Wednesday 20 November 2019 at 12.00 midday

Interviews:  Wednesday 27 November 2019

Should we receive a high volume of interest, we may close applications for this vacancy before the deadline so you are advised to express your interest as soon as possible.

Due to the high number of enquiries and applications we receive for our vacancies we don't acknowledge each one - if you haven't heard from us within a week of the closing date, please assume that we won't be inviting you for an interview. You are, of course, welcome to try again if a suitable post comes up. We are unable to provide feedback to candidates not shortlisted for interview. 

LJWB is looking for a Finnace Assistant to join friendly team and great organization. 

As part of a small but highly motivated Finance Team you will support the recording and retrieval of financial transactions through the maintenance of records including but not limited to, asset management, investment reconciliations, sales & purchase ledger processing, petty cash and cash handling.

As someone looking to develop their financial skills and or studying towards a financial qualification you will support the Management Accountant in the production of monthly accounts utilising SAGE 50 and special care services software, preparing sales invoices, payroll data and balance sheet reconciliations.

You will be the first point of contact for all customers wishing to use our cash office facilities at the Community Centre and will assist in dealing with cash and online payments for sales invoicing, petty cash reimbursements, client account cash transactions etc. Experience and cash handling skills are essential.

This is a busy but rewarding environment which offers an excellent opportunity to become involved in and develop a full range of financial skills and experience.

Essential Skills:

Finance & reconciliations skills

Cash handling

Experience in customer service and dealing with the general public

Possess excellent interpersonal & communication skills

The ability to work individually or part of a team

Reading, Writing & Mathematics Skills

Excellent IT Skills

LJWB supports positive mantal health in the workplace. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to join this forward thinking charity, which exists to support the health and wellbeing of the banking community, numbering almost two million people in the UK.

It’s a great time to join BWC. We already support thousands of people every year and our new strategy will see us grow further, expanding our offering and reaching more clients.

About the Role

Your key purpose will be to manage the day-to-day running of BWC’s Finance function, to apply the Charity’s finance and accounting policies and procedures effectively, to produce management reports in line with BWC’s reporting framework, to support the Head of Finance and IT in the preparation of the quarterly Finance & Investment Committee reports and to prepare the annual statutory financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP and Charity SORP.

About You

This role requires experience and knowledge in applying Accounting Principles; a knowledge of charity SORP and charity statutory accounting; solid experience of the audit and preparation of annual financial accounts; and a qualification in either ACCA, ACA or CIMA, with experience preparing management, statutory and investment accounts. 

In order to succeed you will have a sound working knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts and Microsoft Excel; strong attention to detail, producing work with a high level of accuracy; excellent written and oral communication skills and an ability to use information effectively and apply sound judgement in order to make decisions.  You will be adaptable and organised in prioritising workloads; work effectively to deadlines with minimum supervision and demonstrate integrity, understanding the care needed with sensitive information.

What we Offer

In return you will receive a competitive salary and the opportunity to participate in a discretionary performance related bonus up to a maximum of 15% of salary along with a range of benefits, which include:

• 30 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
• 10% employer contribution to BWC’s pension scheme
• Group Life Cover (three times annual salary)
• Season Ticket Loan (upon successful completion of probation)
• Employee Assistance Programme

To apply please review the attached applicant pack, which includes the job description and person specification, and then submit your CV and a supporting statement, outlining how your experience meets the criteria set out in the person specification.

Closing Date: 9am on 18th November 2019

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a part-time Finance Manager (0.6FTE) to join our amazing charity, which exists to provide children from disadvantaged backgrounds with a wonderful week of mud-and-magic in the British countryside.

It’s a great time to join Farms for City Children. We already support thousands of children across England and Wales every year and our new strategic direction will see us grow further, reaching more children who deserve a discovery filled week-in-wellies.

About the Role

Your key purpose will be to manage the day-to-day running of Farms for City Children’s Finance function, to further develop and apply the Charity’s finance and accounting policies and procedures effectively, to produce management reports in line with Farms for City Children’s reporting framework, to lead the preparation of the quarterly Finance Committee reports, to prepare the annual statutory financial statements and lead the relationship with the Charity’s external auditors.

About You

This role requires practical, hands-on experience of delivering the wide range of finance and accounting services required by a small business or charity; an excellent understanding of Accounting Principles; a knowledge of charity SORP and charity statutory accounting are highly desirable; solid experience of the audit and preparation of annual financial accounts are essential; you must already hold a full qualification in either ACCA, ACA or CIMA; practical experience of preparing management and statutory reports is required; and experience of advising senior leadership on finance matters to inform strategic planning.  

In order to succeed you will be highly motivated by the Charity’s work with children, food, the countryside and farming; have a sound working knowledge of Sage Accounts and Microsoft Excel; strong attention to detail, producing work with a high level of accuracy; excellent written and oral communication skills and an ability to use information effectively and apply sound judgement in order to make decisions.  You will be adaptable and organised in prioritising workloads; work effectively to deadlines and ensure your team can do the same with minimum supervision and demonstrate integrity, understanding the care needed with sensitive information.

What we Offer

In return you will receive a starting salary of between £30,000 and £35,000 (pro rata) and a range of benefits, which include:

• 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays (pro rata)
• 6% employer contribution to NEST pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Dog friendly working environment on a farm in a beautiful location

Deadline for applications is 4pm on Thursday, 14 November 2019.

To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement, outlining how your experience meets the criteria.

Interviews will be held on 21 or 22 November, at our Head Office near Exeter.

ABSOLUTELY NO AGENCIES – DIRECT RECRUITMENT ONLY

Finance Manager

Our partner, has been working to improve health outcomes and strengthen early infant development for a number of years. Through innovative techniques they have seen recorded improvements in treatments & health education, and lower infant mortality in developing nations.  Working in close partnership with prominent development bodies, they are looking to scale their programmes. It is during this interesting time of growth that they are seeking a Finance Manager, on a permanent basis to add capacity to the London-based finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Administering, reviewing and, where necessary, establishing, strong, and detailed systems for documenting and tracking financial transactions for income and expenditure in the UK and overseas. 
• Budget and forecast preparation, accounts administration and other reports as necessary to support financial management and strategic decision making.
• Ensuring that the organisation is legally and statutorily compliant in the UK, and all other countries of operations. This will includes year-end accounts preparation and taking the lead on year-end audit processes.
• Finance business partner working with the fundraising & operations teams in London to support with budget proposal development, monitoring monthly income and expenditure, and report writing; and with the overseas teams in grant compliance, monitoring and reporting.
• Being the main financial point of contact in interactions with donor institutions and/or funders. 
• Overseeing the Finance Assistants in the UK, and supporting with (remote) advice to overseas staff with financial responsibilities.

Person Specification

• Qualified accountant with at least two years' experience post qualification.
• Capable intellectual ability, with the competence to pick things up rapidly.
• Demonstrable experience of accounting for a large project, or numerous projects at the same time.
• Ability to analyse accounting system data.
• Strong analytical & IT skills.
• Excellent finance business partner, able to build effective relationship with peers remotely, developing tools and coaching them as required, but also being able to question figures.
• Flexible, approachable and a good communicator.
• Good eye for detail.
• Written and spoken ability in a second major global language (Desirable).
• Previous overseas experience (Desirable).
• Previous experience working with NGOs and understanding of donor requirements (Desirable)

Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis, and early applications are strongly recommended.

*Please note, this role is open to candidates with a strong technical accounting background and some overseas experience, looking to transition into the not for profit sector. It is an excellent first-time role, and will offer the successful candidate all-round exposure to accounting & financial management, grants compliance and reporting within a growing organisation.  

*This role is only open to those with the right to work in the UK. We will not be able to consider applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

We are looking for a Personal and Administrative Assistant to support the work of SEA’s Director and also our Operations Manager.

If you are looking for a role within an organisation that is not only going through an exciting transformational change, but a role that will allow you to be an autonomous Finance Manger to an already established team, then keep reading.

My client, an education institution based in Surrey are looking for a Finance Manager to join their already established finance team. The role holds a lot of responsibility to liaise with budget holders, so will allow the successful candidate to grow as a credible Finance Manager. The post will also look after a team of three (finance officers) but will cover a wide range or responsibilities.

Main Responsibilities

• Communicate regularly to senior budget holders across the department, providing budgetary support and detail analysis of the data.
• Team up with the Finance Director in maximizing the revenue generated by the organisation, working to find new and profitable income streams.
• Manage the credit control team of two, upskilling them to the best of your ability.
• Taking complete ownership of year end reporting, achieving consistently high standards and being the key liaison for external auditors.

Holding the number two finance post within the organisation, this position offers still, a fantastic training and development scheme which shows the organisations desire to give back and develop their employee's. With a large-scale development plan over the next 18 months going ahead also, this means this post will have a huge input in how that escalates and develops.

The successful candidate will be:

• Qualified (Desirable), Part Qualified/QBE (Essential).
• Experienced in managing a team of 2 + staff.
• Experienced working within the education sector.
• Ambitious to take an opportunity to further their finance career with both hands.

If this role is of interest, then please apply or get in touch as this role is expected to receive a large quantity of applications.

An exciting role for a progressive Finance Assistant looking to gain more exposure with in Finance and Accounting.

Client Details

Based in North West London this organisation looks after the needs of pupils with in one of the country's biggest multi academy trusts.

Description

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for the following duties

• Maintaining the Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger.
• Reconciling all Bank Accounts and Payroll journals.
• Assisting with preparing information for monthly Management Accounts.
• Assisting with Annual Audits.
• Maintaining the Fixed Asset Register

Profile

The successful Finance Assistant will have experience in a busy finance team. Exposure to the Education Sector is desirable but not essential.

Job Offer

A salary of between £22,000 and £25,000 plus benefits including a very generous annual leave allowance.

Are you an ambitious and enthusiastic individual in the early stages of your finance career?

Do you want the opportunity to work within an environment that encourages and nurtures the development of their staff?

Would you like to be part of a rapidly growing organisation whose reach spreads across the country?

If yes, then look no further!

My client is a North London based organisation looking for a Finance Assistant to join them on a permanent basis. Reporting into a line manager who prides themselves on the professional development of their staff, this is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their finance career, who has the eagerness to learn and push themselves in this vibrant and collaborative environment.

The main responsibilities of the role are as follows:

• Full responsibility for ensuring that all invoices for your area are processed correctly and that they are signed off by the relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Take the lead on uploading all organisational sales receipts to the system and ensuring that they are coded accurately.
• Provide invaluable support in the preparation of bank reconciliations on a monthly basis.
• Work closely with stakeholders across the country to support on anything related to invoices or finance related queries.
• Play a vital role in the month and year end processes.

If you are looking to start you finance career, this will be the prefect opportunity to learn the ropes, develop your finance knowledge and learn from an enthusiastic finance manager.

The successful candidate will have:

• Recent graduate, preferable in a relevant discipline.
• Related work experience within a finance team, however candidates without are still encouraged to apply.
• Desire to, or already be studying towards an accountancy qualification.
• The determination and ambition to build a fantastic finance career and enthusiasm to learn on the job.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now as applications are being reviewed daily and the client is looking to interview candidates as ASAP.

Interim Finance Manager for a leading charity based in Central London. This is a temporary to permanent position.

• The successful candidate will manage the day to day financial and management accounting functions including the finance team
• Develop and produce key monthly reports and annual statutory accounts, fully supported by comprehensive reconciliations and analyses within timescales
• Assist the Director of Finance & Corporate Services in producing the budget
• Oversee payroll and pension submissions to external providers within timescales
• Deputise for the Director of Finance & Corporate Services in respect of the finance function as and when required.

Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting

• Ensure prompt and accurate processing of finance transactions
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly
• Lead on treasury management, credit card management and bank liaison
• Review and manage aged debtors and aged creditors
• Preparation of cashflow forecasts 
• Authorise new suppliers together with change of supplier bank and other permanent details
• Check, authorise and reconcile petty cash and travel warrants
• Ensure procedures and processes are adequately documented
• Ensure continuous improvement of finance systems and processes

Management Accounting

• Production of the monthly management accounts pack within timescale
• Lead on the development of reports.
• Review and investigate budget variances, liaising with budget holders, revising forecasts as necessary including participation in monthly finance review meetings with all budget holders
• Actively promoting and supporting budget holders understanding of finance reports and other finance issues pertinent to their roles
• Supporting annual budget setting process
• As required, to present finance papers to other stakeholders including but not restricted to the Leadership team and Finance & Fundraising Committee

Staff Management

• Provide day to day support and supervision, goal setting and evaluation including regular 1-2-1 meetings, probation and annual reviews with finance team reflecting current HR policies and procedures
• Manage finance team volunteers reflecting current HR policies and procedures
• Oversee training and professional development of finance team
• Actively ensure transparent communication within the finance team and the other teams including fostering a collaborative, transparent approach
• Involvement in the recruitment and induction of finance team
• Ensure all records relating to finance team including time sheets, annual leave and sickness absence are accurately maintained [currently, via PeopleHR database]

Monthly Trial Balance and Month /Quarter End Procedures

• Ensure all Balance Sheet control accounts are reconciled on a monthly basis
• Ensure all bank accounts are accurately reconciled at least monthly
• Support Director of Finance & Corporate Services in the preparation of annual accounts including production of supporting schedules
• Ensure Gift Aid is claimed quarterly and reconciled to fundraising database [currently, Raisers Edge]
• Ensure all fundraising income including donations, grants and legacies are reconciled to fundraising database [currently, Raisers Edge]