Finance Director

Head Office, Preston (although flexible working arrangements will be considered)

37 hours per week

£55,000 gross per annum (FTE £55,000 gross per annum)

About us

n-compass was established in 2009 and is a not-for-profit organisation determined to improve the lives of vulnerable people across the region, delivering a range of Advocacy, Health and Wellbeing, Carers and Counselling services. N-compass’ values are what inspire us to make a difference and enhance life opportunities for adults and young people across local communities by being, professional, responsive, innovative, dynamic and empowering. They determine what we do, how we do it and what we are trying to achieve.

About the role

n-compass are looking to recruit a Finance Director who is responsible for financial planning, reporting, budgeting, IT, and statutory compliance in relation to the Charities Commission, Companies House, and any Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) duties. Reporting to the CEO, the Finance Director will also be a member of the n-compass senior management team and have a reporting role to the Audit Committee and Board of Trustees.

About you

We are looking for someone with a professional accountancy qualification, with experience of leading teams and substantial experience in preparation of budgets, forecasts & management accounts and all aspects of financial programming. We are looking for someone with the ability to relate to, and work with, managers and decision makers at senior levels in public and third sector organisations with an Innovative and proactive approach to opportunities, issues and problems.

Benefits

• A local employer working with local people
• 25 days holiday entitlement and bank holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday!
• 5% Employer Pension contribution
• A protected companywide learning and development funding pot
• A Health Plan Scheme
• Buy and sell annual leave scheme

If you would like to apply for this position, you will need to submit your CV along with a two-sided cover letter to our jobs email address, outlining how you meet the Job Description & Person Specification.

For more information, please visit our website where you will find a copy of our Recruitment Pack, Annual Review and Accounts, Annual Plan and Impact Report.

The closing date is Monday 12th October 2020 at 12 noon.
Interviews are scheduled to take place on 27th / 29th  October.

n-compass is an equal opportunities employer.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check (formally CRB)
Registered Charity Number: 1128809

Quaggy Development Trust (QDT) is a Charitable Trust organisation based on the borders of Greenwich and Lewisham delivering services through nurseries, children’s centres and a café.

Formed in 2003, we have demonstrated consistent growth, and currently have annual income in excess of £2 million, net assets of over £1.5 million, and 60+ dedicated employees.

We are looking for a fully qualified Finance Director to report to, and work closely with, the Chief Executive and the Board of Trustees.  Responsibilities will include all aspects of financial management, active development and support of organisational strategy, and monitoring systems, controls and grant proposals to secure and maintain the long-term health of the Charity. You will lead the reporting and analysis of all financial information and will develop and implement recommendations aimed at delivering the most cost effective outcomes consistent with the Charity’s constitution.

You must be a fully qualified member of a recognised UK (or equivalent) professional accounting body (defined as CCAB or CIMA). Previous experience in the charity sector would be an advantage but not essential.

The position is part-time, working 2 - 3 days per week. Salary range (based on full-time earnings) is £44,916 to £55,941 per annum. Some evening and occasional Saturday working will be required.

Quaggy Development Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding, and promotes the welfare and confidentiality of all service users. If successful, you will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. All interested applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

At South Bucks Hospice, we are looking for 2 shop assistants to join our Reuse team at our High Heavens / Aston Clinton sites. This is a great opportunity for someone with retail experience to actively support the achievement of all agreed sales, financial and operational targets with an aim to maximise profits.

Hours of work: 30 hours per week , 9am to 5pm, over 4 days

Location: Reuse Site High Heavens / Aston Clinton 

Some of the key responsibilities are:

• Personal compliance with the Reuse Operation Manual, the site controls, including
  • Health and safety legislation (The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974);
  • Consumer law (Consumer Rights Act 2005);
  • Trading standards requirements (The General Product Safety Regulations 2005);
  • Lottery regulations (Gambling Act 2005);
  • FCC’s operational requirements;
  • Portable Appliance Testing (PAT);
  • South Bucks Hospice’s internal policies and procedures.

• Adherence to pricing policy and stock control measures, ensuring the shop is well stocked at all times;
• Create effective relationships with traders to the benefit of South Bucks Hospice;
• Support the management of the feeder site process resulting in quality donation through the appropriate encouragement of the feeder sites;
• Create a positive environment resulting in a working environment that is clean, Quick and successful resolution of all customer queries and complaints and escalate where necessary;
• Greet customers in an effective and timely manner from first engagement through to processing the sale through the till. 100% compliance with cash handling processes;
• Drive the van to facilitate the collection and delivery of donations if required to do so by the Reuse Shop Manager.

Essential requirements:

• Retail experience, ideally in a charity environment preferred;
• Driving license with no endorsements and for insurance purposes over the age of 25;
• Demonstrate a consistent high standard of work and attention to detail;

• Punctual and presentable;

• Willing to learn;

• Effective Communications with colleagues and Management team;

• Calm temperament under pressured conditions;

• Willingness to travel to other locations;

• Customer Service focussed;
• Approachable and accessible;
• Basic computer skills.

Benefit:

At South Bucks Hospice we promote a friendly and supportive working environment. You will be working as part of your local community, making a difference to the lives of those with life limiting illnesses, their families and carers.  

Finance Director

RC Archdiocese of Southwark

£70,000

Initial 2 year contract, full-time

Southwark

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark covers the geographical area of the whole of London south of the Thames, all of Kent and the eastern parts of Surrey.  With currently 169 schools, 175 Parishes, and 400 diocesan employees it is one of the largest dioceses in the UK.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an outstanding, experienced finance professional who is values-driven and an inspirational leader to contribute at a senior level in the life of the Archdiocese.

We are looking for someone who can bring intellect and emotional intelligence to leading in a complex environment.  You will have a successful track record in financial leadership at a senior board level and have the personal touch to innovate and drive sustainable change. You will be an exceptional communicator who can quickly develop strong relationships internally and externally with a wide range of external stakeholders.

This wide-ranging role will support the Archbishop, the Chief Operating Officer, Clergy and Trustees of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark in all aspects of the Charity including development of a financial strategy with supporting forecasting, investment management, capital expenditure, financial aspects of property management, the identification of opportunities for income generation  and making best use of the assets of the Charitable trust.  You will ensure compliance with regulatory and accounting practices.

CCAB qualified, you will have experience of operating at board level in a complex organisation with a significant interest in property, ideally also with experience of working in the charitable sector.  Your ability to contribute to the development of a small director level team will be critical, as will your leadership and team-building skills.  You need to demonstrate that, working with clergy and others, you can influence and shape our strategies and plans.  You must be able to balance the provision of strategic financial advice to the Trust Board with a willingness to be hands on and directly lead on operational matters and you will be expected to role model the Trust values and behaviours. 

Empathy with the religious nature of the organisation is essential and a working knowledge of the Catholic Church would be highly desirable.

How to apply

Applications by CV with a covering letter explaining how you meet our person specification and why you are interested in working with us.

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth

Financial Controller (12 month contract)

£45-50,000 per annum depending on experience plus contributory pension

Full time 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Reporting to the Director of Finance and IT

About us

An exciting opportunity has been created for an experienced Financial Controller to join a newly redesigned Finance team. Our focus is to transform the systems and processes currently in use and expand the service offering across the Diocese. The Diocese of Portsmouth comprises 90 parishes across Hampshire, Dorset, Berkshire (except Slough), South Oxfordshire, the Isle of Wight and the Channel Islands. Formed 19th May 1882 by the division of the Diocese of Southwark, the Diocese of Portsmouth has a presence in every community and can offer ministry and mission to all who come to us, working towards the Bishop’s vision of Bringing people closer to Jesus Christ through his church. 

About You

We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller, with a proven track record of successfully managing and delivering change within finance teams.

You will be an ACA/CIMA/ACCA qualified accountant.

It will be advantageous if you have experience in working with charities and particularly faith-based charities.

You will have an understanding and sympathy with the mission and values of the Catholic Church.

Main duties of the role

The Financial Controller will be responsible for ensuring the Diocese of Portsmouth’s financial systems, processes, and policies and meet the needs of all those who rely on the services and outputs of the Financial Accounts Team. This responsibility will include line management of the Financial Accounts team, to ensure they provide a consistent high-quality service.

The post holder will be expected to deliver radical change. This will involve centralising Curial finance systems and changing processes, expanding services and developing the team so that the department better supports colleagues both in the Curia and in the Parishes.

You will be expected to work closely with the Management Accountant to develop the capabilities of the whole finance department to make finance a key enabler within the Diocese.

If you would like a confidential discussion about the role, please contact:

Mark Van Wijk – Director of Finance and IT

Please apply by sending in the following:

Covering letter:  Please tell us how your motivation, values, skills, experience, and personal qualities demonstrate your suitability for the role (around 500 words).  Please make it clear why you are excited about this role, and why you specifically want to work for the Diocese of Portsmouth.

Current CV and the details of two referees: This should include full education and employment history (including dates, with no gaps left unexplained). Please include your current or most recent employer as one of your referees.

Closing date for applications: 29th September 2020 at 1300 hrs

Interviews: week commencing 5th October 2020

Notes to candidates

1. Interviews: all shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview.

2. Unsuccessful applications: if you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of your application, we regret that you will not have been offered an interview on this occasion.

3. General: this post will be subject to review under the relevant Diocesan Terms and Conditions of Service.

4. New employees to the Diocese will be subject to a probationary period of six months.

Financial Controller

Main accountabilities

1. Responsible for the services being delivered by the Financial Accounts Team.
2. Develop and maintain efficient systems that safeguard assets, ensure regulatory, contractual and other requirements are met, and that capture financial information to facilitate reporting and financial business partnering
3. Areas of responsibility include purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit card provision, payroll, banking, NL maintenance, Gift Aid, VAT, processing of DDs and electronic donations, Legacy Administration, the accounts mailbox, intercompany balances, intercompany payments, and the monitoring of grants, and restricted and designated funds,
4. Line manage the Financial Accounting Team, including Senior Accounts Assistant (35hrs), AAT Apprentice (35hrs), Accounts Payable Officer (7hrs) and Payroll Officer (17.5hrs)
5. Change is required within the Financial Accounting Team, this role will be responsible for finding efficiencies and improvements through bringing about effective change.

Financial Systems - Change

• Find improvements by centralising the processing of Curial financial transactions and financial data, bringing them under the control of the Financial Accounts team
• Design centralised accounting systems and processes that safeguard assets, ensure regulatory, contractual and other requirements are met, and that capture financial information to facilitate improved reporting and financial business partnering
• Communicate changes with colleagues across the diocese and roll out new systems
• Work with the Finance Business Partner to review the current accounting package and consider redesign or replacement as part of the changes to be introduced
• Continue current systems and services whilst new systems are developed
• Support staff members that have moved into the finance team
• Plan and allocate roles within the new system between the financial controller, Senior Accounts Technician, AAT Apprentice, Accounts Payable Officer and payroll officer. Ensure there in shared understanding of systems so that there cannot be a single point of failure.

Parish Support

• Parish support should be a key focus of the Financial Accounts Team.
• The financial controller will oversee the services, finance packages, prescribed procedures, guidance and support provided to the parishes by the Curia. The support should enable parishes to operate efficient systems to effectively safeguard assets, meet regulatory and other requirements, and capture financial information to facilitate understanding of finances and risks
• Develop training to support Parish treasures (in collaboration with the Financial Business Partner)

Reporting

• Work with the Financial Business Partner to redesign the nominal ledger to support improved reporting and provide more efficient processing and accounts production.
• Reporting needs to be developed to capture a complete a picture of diocese finances and should report on funds, grant making trusts, cash flow, investments, subsidiaries Projects
• Agree month end timetable of deliverables to enable the production of timely management accounts
• Feed back to the business partner any matters that could be useful in BP relationships.

On going support

• The Financial Accounting Department should provide expertise to support the diocese
• In particular be the reference point for Gift Aid, VAT, financial transaction management and requirements and Payroll
• This expertise should be made available to support colleagues across the diocese

Ad hoc duties and projects

• Carry out ad hoc duties as requested by your line manager

Values

• To maintain the ethos and values of the Catholic Church and positively promote the work and activities of the Catholic Church.
• To undertake any task that may be requested from time to time that may be consistent with the nature and scope of this post.

Person Specification – Financial Controller

Supporting Evidence

In the supporting evidence of your application form, you must demonstrate your experiences by giving specific examples for the criteria within the person specification.

A –   Application Form

I –   Interview

T   –   Test

C - Certificate

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Qualified with ACA/CIMA/ACCA - Essential A/C

Knowledge of Payroll and auto enrolment pension regulations - Essential  A/C

Knowledge of VAT and Gift aid - Desirable  A/C

First class organisational skills including the ability to prioritise work, balance conflicting priorities, monitor progress and exercise judgement about chasing progress as necessary - EssentialA/I

Advanced proficiency in use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Powerpoint - Essential A/I

Knowledge of the values and teaching of the Roman Catholic Church - Desirable A/I

Understanding of Data Protection legislation - Essential A/I

Communication Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to deal with people at every level - Essential A/I

Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Essential A/I

Problem solving skills - Essential A/I

Equality and Diversity

Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships - Essential A/I

Autonomy

Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workload to set deadlines - Essential A/I

Other

An ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality and trust - Essential A/I

Good time keeping - Essential A/I

Positive and flexible approach to work - Essential A/I

REDRESS is recruiting an Administrative Assistant to be based in London for an initial 12-month contract (with the possibility of an extension) to primarily support our finance and fundraising operations, as well as providing support to our legal casework and events.

Who we are

REDRESS is an international human rights organisation based in London and The Hague that represents victims of torture to obtain justice and reparation. We bring legal cases on behalf of individual victims of torture, and advocate for better laws to provide effective reparations. Our cases respond to torture as an individual crime in national and international law, and as a human rights violation with state responsibility. We apply our expertise in torture, reparation, and the rights of victims to national and international courts. Through our victim-centred strategic litigation we are able to have an impact beyond the individual case to address the root causes of torture and to challenge impunity. We conduct research and advocacy to identify the changes in law, policy and practice that are necessary. We work collaboratively with international and national organisations and grassroots victims’ groups.

The Role

Based in London the Administrative Assistant will primarily support the finance team and the fundraising team. The role will also assist on casework, and with our events. This is an ideal opportunity for a recently qualified professional seeking to develop a career in the operational side of human rights work, in a small and dynamic international charity.

REDRESS has a flexible approach to staffing, and we are prepared to consider this post full-time or part-time.

Responsibilities

The position is expected to contribute to the work of REDRESS as follows

Finance Operations. Support the Head of Finance with regular financial functions, including the following:

· Day-to-day book-keeping using QuickBooks Pro, including transaction processing and reconciliation of accounts.

· Process expenses claims and expenditure requests.

· Respond to payment requests using cheques, BACS, and international transfers as appropriate.

· Provide regular insight into unrestricted and restricted balances.

· Maintain cashflow management controls.

· Assist in the preparation of interim and final financial reports to funders.

· Support and monitor international partner organizations by reviewing their reporting and transaction checking.

· Assist the Head of Finance in preparing the statutory accounts.

Fundraising Operations. Support the fundraising team through activities including the following:

· Research into potential donors.

· Prepare documents for fundraising applications and reports.

· Monitor the fundraising pipeline and deadlines.

· Organise sponsorship for sporting events.

· Respond to enquiries from regular supporters.

· Support social media in support of fundraising.

· Participate in fundraising meetings.

Litigation. Provide clerical support to our casework, through maintaining effective casefiles.

Events. Support the planning and delivery of online and in-person events.

The Administrative Assistant is also expected to carry out such further duties as may reasonably be requested from time to time by REDRESS.

Essential Competencies

This is an entry level position, and so we will consider candidates directly from university.  The ideal candidate will have the following experience.

· Relevant experience working in an office environment.

· A university degree relevant to the role.

· Demonstrated computer skills.

· Fluency in written and oral English.

Desirable Competencies

The following competencies are desirable:

· At least two years relevant work experience.

· University qualification in accounting or finance.

· Demonstrated proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks programmes.

· Fluency in a language other than English, in particular French, Arabic or Spanish.

Personal Attributes

To work for Redress, the candidate should have the following personal attributes:

· A positive and collaborative attitude.

· Good interpersonal skills when engaging with staff, partners, donors, and supporters.

· Comfortable working with victims of human rights abuses.

· Highly efficient and organised, with an ability to multi-task and to work independently.

· Able to pay close attention to detail and work with accuracy.

· Able to understand and support the aims, objectives and values of REDRESS and reflect them in all aspects of work.

· Able to think and work strategically, creatively, and under pressure.

Terms

Reporting. The position reports to the Head of Finance. 

Hours. Full time (35 hours a week). Evening and weekend work may be required from time to time. Redress has a flexible working policy that allows for some working from home.

Duration. This is a 12-month position, partially supported by project funding. If further funding is forthcoming the position may be extended.

Location. The Redress office in London. For 2020 staff are mainly working remotely.

Salary. Redress uses salary scales with four levels (Assistant, Officer, Advisor, Head of) and seven steps within each level. There is a cost of living increase annually and an expectation of a step increase for strong performance, where funds permit. This is an entry level ‘assistant’ position, within an initial annual salary range (A1-A3) of between £26,087 and £30,000.

Probation. There is a three-month probationary period, which can be extended to six months.

Holiday.  There are 25 days of holiday per year, in addition to UK public holidays. The office is also closed between Christmas and New Year.

Status. The candidate must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Timeline

This is a rolling recruitment, which will close when the position is filled.  

How to Apply:

Please send a cover letter explaining your interest in REDRESS and your qualifications for the role, a curriculum vitae, a two-page writing sample (such as a sample of academic written work, authored by the applicant), and the names and contact details of two references (these will only be approached in the final short-listing process).

PACT is a supportive and respectful place where people are genuinely passionate about delivering positive outcomes for children and their families.  We have been at the forefront of adoption services for over 60 years, working with Local Authorities and Regional Adoption Agencies across the country.

With our outstanding rating with Ofsted, we work with a high degree of flexibility and innovation and with a range of adopters from all backgrounds, including those from black and minority ethnic heritage and the LGBT and faith communities.  With access to our award-winning therapeutic services, we are unique in that we are able to provide excellent lifelong support for our families.

We are looking for an Assistant Service Director to join us as we enter our next phase of growth and development.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is passionate about creating positive outcomes for children and families, with the experience and expertise of working within Adoption Services.  You will have overall operational responsibility for managing several adoption teams who focus solely on recruiting and supporting adoptive parents.

Our adoption teams are confident, capable and highly professional in their work. Many of them have worked with the agency for many years and have developed excellent relationships with families and partner agencies. 

The post holder will be part of a supportive and focused senior management team which drives the direction of adoption in a responsive and flexible way to meet the values of the agency – to build and strengthen families.

Interested? If you would like to join an inspirational organisation where you can make a real difference to children and families, please apply by completing an application form (available on our website).

We look forward to hearing from you!

Closing date: noon, Monday 28th September 2020

Interview date:  Friday 9th October 2020

PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults therefore please note our recruitment procedure includes DBS checks and overseas checks (where applicable). Please note prospective employees will need to evidence they have the relevant permission to work in the UK.

No agencies please

Bishopsgate Institute is a home for ideas and debate, learning, and enquiry. We are a small, fiercely independent charity with our own extraordinary premises at the crossroads of the City, Spitalfields and the East End, where culture, heritage, and learning meet. Bishopsgate Institute was "erected for the benefit of the public" in 1894, with the motto "I never stop learning". Our purpose has not changed.

The finance team consists of the Finance Manager and the Assistant Accountant. Our Assistant Accountant will be a vital part of the team.

Responsibilities

• Accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Banking
• Maintaining suppliers
• Getting approval for invoices
• Processing payments
• Reconciling and recording income from our two main income systems
• Helping with credit control
• Assisting with budgets
• Assisting with payroll and pension
• Help with month end processes.

What we are looking for

• AAT Level 2 or 3, or qualified by experience
• Knowledge/experience of using accounting software
• Experience of working with purchase ledger, sales ledger and banking
• Great communication and a collaborative working style
• A proactive approach with the willingness and ability to make effective decisions using own initiative
• Demonstrable skill in effective planning and prioritisation of workload to meet deadlines working flexibly if required
• Excellent attention to detail delivering a high level of accuracy
• First class written and verbal communication skills in English and a proactive approach to internal communication

The role offers scope for learning and development in financial management, particularly charity finances. We champion creativity, and although we cannot be creative in accounting, we do encourage you to use your creativity in other parts of the organisation.

We have extended the application period and will now be accepting applications up until the end of 12 October 

Successful applicants will demonstrate a keen understanding of Bishopsgate Institute’s unique offer, and a passion for the work we do here. Please note we only accept application forms, CV’s will not be accepted.

We value and celebrate diversity, and we welcome applications from under-represented communities in our sector, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+, non-binary, neurodiverse and disabled candidates. We want to make sure we represent the society in which we work but recognise that the cultural sector still has much work to do in this area. If you have any questions on our hiring process or inclusivity policies, please contact us via email.

Salary: circa £25k FTE  (Part time 28h/week)

Are you someone with financial reporting experience and a growing love of ERP systems? 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 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. This will require you to devise, advertise and run training webinars and/or e-learning resources for a number of modules in the ERP system. 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 ERP/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. You'll be needed to cover for the Finance System Manager when they are on leave and so an ability to learn quickly, and across a wide range of processes, would be an asset.

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 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.

Shelter promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities),gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We 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.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

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

UKLGIG, the leading UK charity dedicated to providing support to vulnerable LGBTQI+ people who are seeking asylum in the UK, is recruiting an assistant role to support the whole team.

The Team Assistant will help ensure that our services run smoothly. You will be a first point of contact for vulnerable LGBTQI+ people and play a key role in providing the information they need. You will provide admin support to the whole UKLGIG team, including on communications and fundraising, and organise small events.

UKLGIG has been supporting LGBTQI+ people through the asylum and immigration system and campaigning for their rights since 1993. In this role, you will gain insight into all aspects of our work, from service delivery to campaigning. You will have a varied workload from liaising with clients, assisting with communications and organising fundraising events.

You will:

• Answer calls and emails and prioritise queries for responses
• Give accurate information on the asylum system and UKLGIG services
• Organise monthly meetings on making asylum and partnership applications (when face-to-face services resume)
• Organise ad-hoc fundraising, policy and training events
• Help deliver UKLGIG communications
• Monitor developments in parliament related to the asylum system.

UKLGIG is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. We will interview all applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy.

This is a full-time post for 35 hours per week but applications to work 28 hours per week will be considered.

Owing to the nature of the work with vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a basic DBS check and to disclose all unspent criminal records at the point of conditional job offer.

UKLGIG’s offices are based in Borough, central London. All UKLGIG staff are currently working from home due to Covid-19. A mix of working at home and/or the office is likely for the foreseeable future.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our growing, fast paced and fun hospital charity team based at Lister Hospital but supporting all of our NHS Trust hospitals which include QEII, Hertford County and Mount Vernon Cancer Centre.

The admin assistant role will focus on helping the fundraising team with administration, data entry, charity events and appeals and delivering incredible donor care and support.

This is a great opportunity to join a charity which makes a huge difference to patient care and experience and supports a wide variety of causes from children, neonatal, men's health, cancer, dementia and mental health.

Working for the NHS offers a fantastic benefits package, including a generous pension, agenda for change pay progression, 27 days leave plus bank holidays and flexible working.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their charity finance experience within a progressive and supportive organisation.The successful candidate will have an in-depth working knowledge of accountancy software package Sage 50, be adept at accurately & efficiently processing payments and responsible for delivering an upskill programme across the organisation. 

The Organisation:

Prism the Gift Fund (Prism) increases giving to charity by offering a personal service to those donating large sums of money. We are a registered charity working with high net worth individuals, foundations and groups of donors to administer their charitable giving. Our growing team is a talented team of exceptional colleagues who are professional, dynamic and hard working. We have currently been shortlisted by the Charity Times for 3 awards including Best Trustee Board, Best Supporting Leader and Best Charity with an income of over £10m.

 Our CEO Anna Josse was featured in the latest episode of @IG_Advisors' podcast #WhatDonorsWant - where she discusses all things #philanthropy & #fundraising at @Prismgiftfund, and how charities can take advantage of #DAFs. Be sure to have a listen! https://apple.co/39PIb0c

Responsibilities:

• Reporting directly to the Senior Finance Manager, this role will be critical in ensuring all SAGE activity with the organisation is accurate and delivered to a high standard
• Monthly reconciliation of Sage and client statements
• Ensuring payments are processed accurately and in timely & efficiently
• Verifying & proofing payments, and sending payment confirmations
• Dealing with queries related to payments processed from client and bank
• Filing and Raising invoices
• Updating and maintaining client statements and internal client records system to a high standard, ensuring attention to detail and correlation with Sage

• Preparing and updating various exceptions reports
• Preparing quarterly VAT reports
• Accounts Payable and Receivable
• Provide support to the Relationship Managers on quarterly client statements and annual tax statements
• Support the Senior Finance Manager and team with ad-hoc tasks

The Candidate

This is a fantastic opportunity for an entrepreneurial finance professional who can work quickly to get the processes and controls working smoothly. We are looking for someone talented and engaging, with a positive attitude to work who can quickly develop the team towards a high-quality financial service function. You will be highly organised, conscientious and process driven with the ability to deliver real results and help drive the performance of Prism forward.

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Highly numerate
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a bookkeeper working on accountancy software package SAGE 50
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability and confidence to communicate effectively at all levels and with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Experience of working with confidential or sensitive data with knowledge of how to communicate and store information safely
• Focused with meticulous attention to detail and proven ability to undertake tasks required to a high level of accuracy
• Extremely organised with the ability to work under pressure, use initiative and manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines
• Strong IT skills, in particular Microsoft Excel intermediate to expert level
• Passionate about Prism and what we do
• Knowledge and understanding of the Charity Sector – highly desirable

Financial Accountant, 48 - 54K + Benefits (12 months FTC)

London | Remote

For a large education organisation in central London, we are recruiting a Financial Accountant to work with the Head of Financial Reporting in the preparation of consolidated financial statements. The Financial Accountant will prepare balance sheet reconciliations, produce statutory returns, and get involved in the Oracle systems implementation project. This role is for 12 months initially but could be extended / made permanent thereafter.

Main Duties:

• Leading the preparation of statutory accounts for the Group and subsidiaries including schedules
• Preparation of all statutory returns
• Deputise for the Head of Financial Reporting
• Responsible for the opening balances of the Group and subsidiaries
• Ensuring accuracy and robustness of data in the nominal ledgers
• Reconciliation of all period-end and closure
• Year-end lead on the Finance system
• Dealing with internal and external audit
• Management and development of the Assistant Financial Accountant
• Working as required on the Oracle implementation project including implementing financial controls, training processes and manuals
• Cash-flow forecasting and authorisation of BACS payment runs

Person Specification:

• ACA or CCAB qualified with strong financial accounting and controls experience
• First-rate communication skills and the ability to liaise with dispersed stakeholders whilst maintaining influence and emotional sensitivity
• External or internal audit experience and preparation of Statutory Accounts
• Experience in a large, dynamic organisations
• Experience in the implementation of new systems with associated training notes
• Ideally advanced Excel, Oracle experience

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Diocese of Chelmsford Finance Director

A highly capable Finance Director is sought to join the leadership of the second largest Diocese in the Church of England. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in a large, complex and diverse diocese.

As a Diocese we are going through a period of significant change, challenge and opportunity. A wise and capable leader and change-agent is required who will work closely and is not fazed by complex challenges.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant, with considerable experience in financial strategic planning and delivery, governance, change-management, and team leadership. You will need to be self-motivated, resilient, analytical and relational. A committed Christian faith is required, in addition to excellent communication, a good sense of humour and a collaborative but decisive leadership style.

Interested candidates please email Alice Maclean at Carnelian Search