Charity finance business partner jobs

Natural History Museum
Senior Finance Business Partner
Salary: £65,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time (36 hours per week)
Hybrid working: 3 days a week in the office based in South Kensington

The Natural History Museum is one of the world’s most iconic visitor attractions and a globally respected scientific research centre. Home to over 80 million specimens, we are uniquely placed to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing our planet today. Each year we welcome more than five million visitors, inspiring people to care about the natural world. 
As we work towards our ambitious strategy leading up to our 150th anniversary in 2031, we are seeking a talented and driven finance professional to play a critical role in supporting major capital programmes and shaping financial decision-making across the organisation. 
This is a high-profile and impactful role where you will partner with senior stakeholders, providing insight, challenge and robust financial analysis to support both strategic and operational decisions.

About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Senior Finance Business Partner will play a central role in supporting the Museum’s capital programmes, including the NHM150 portfolio. 
You will lead on financial planning, modelling and analysis, ensuring accurate and insightful reporting to support decision-making across complex, multi-year projects.
Working closely with senior leaders, project teams and external stakeholders, you will act as a trusted advisor—bringing commercial insight, financial rigour and strategic thinking to drive successful outcomes.
This role combines technical excellence, leadership and strong stakeholder engagement, with a clear focus on continuous improvement and organisational impact.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead financial support for major capital programmes, providing robust modelling and scenario analysis
• Deliver insightful analysis of costs, risks and opportunities to support strategic decision-making
• Produce detailed financial reports, including variance analysis and commentary

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Own the development and management of programme budgets and forecasts
• Oversee cashflow forecasting and ensure alignment with wider organisational financial planning
• Ensure accuracy of income, expenditure and accounting treatment across projects

Business Partnering & Leadership

• Build strong relationships with project teams, senior stakeholders and external partners
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing clear and accessible financial insight
• Present financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences
• Line manage and develop two Finance Business Partners

Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Support risk management processes, including financial risk and contingency planning
• Enhance financial processes, controls and reporting tools
• Collaborate with development teams on funding applications and financial reporting requirements

About You
We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong business partnering experience and a track record of supporting complex programmes or projects. 

You will bring:

• Significant experience in senior finance business partnering roles with large or complex budgets
• Strong financial modelling, analysis and advanced Excel skills
• Experience of working with senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making
• Proven ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-finance audiences
• Strong leadership skills, including experience managing and developing team members
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to continuous improvement
• Experience in the charity, museum or not-for-profit sector is advantageous but not essential.

Key benefits include:

• 27.5 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Defined contribution pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes
• Discounts across Museum shops, cafés and local venues
• Free or discounted access to museums and cultural institutions
• Enhanced family-friendly policies and support

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The Natural History Museum are partnering exclusively with Allen Lane and Iain Slinn on the recruitment of this role. Please reach out to Iain to discuss in more detail

We are looking for a passionate, dog welfare and training literate, manager to energise, inspire and lead Chilterns Dog Rescue Society into the future

CDRS is a successful and established dog rehoming charity working from our ‘state of the art’ Rescue Centre near Wendover, Bucks.

Our passionate staff, volunteers and members are striving to make life better for our dogs using their kindness and expertise.

This is an exciting opportunity to drive the charity forwards and shape it for the future

Will you join us and make life better for dogs?

Job Title: Head of Dog Rehoming Charity

Reports to: Board of Trustees

Location: Bromley Heights Rescue Centre HP23 6LD

Salary: £35-40k

Hours: 40 per week on an agreed rota (includes weekends and bank holidays)

Contract type: Permanent, full-time

Responsibilities

Be responsible for all aspects of the Charity - dogs, people, facilities ,compliance and finances

Manage the charity and the skilled staff within it

Optimise the rescue of dogs and maintain the high quality of care currently in place

Drive the marketing, brand awareness and fundraising of the charity

Actively promote high standards of care with the staff and volunteers

Support and co-ordinate the volunteers, foster carers and members

About the team

We have an experienced team of 13 staff in place across the Charity. They are passionate about caring for the dogs and finding suitable loving homes for them in the next stage of their lives.

What we’re looking for

Essential

· A self starter with a  passion for improving the lives of the dogs in our care

· Proven senior leadership experience in a charity, animal welfare, or similar organisation.

· Strong understanding of animal welfare principles and UK legislation affecting rehoming charities.

· Demonstrated ability in strategic planning, team leadership, and financial oversight.

· Successful track record in fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and partnership building.

· Excellent communication, people management, empathy, and decision-making skills.

· Good listening skills and openness to staff proposals, suggestions. Utilisation of existing staff experience and qualifications

· Experience working directly in rescue, veterinary, or kennels environments.

· Knowledge of health and Safety and employment law

Desirable

· Knowledge of marketing, PR, and community engagement strategies.

· Qualification in charity management, business administration, or animal welfare.

What we offer

28 days holiday per year including bank holidays

Pension scheme

Lovely working environment in the Chiltern Hills at our modern rescue centre

A fulfilling and fun role rescuing dogs and giving them a better life

Interested? Here’s how to apply:

Application closing date: 21st June 2026

Interview date: 28th June 2026

Please note, we do not accept applications or speculative CVs from agencies.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

anonymised application form and cover letter
In-person interview at the centre
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.

Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.

We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation – where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals’ experience and can reach and partner all areas of society – is crucial if we’re to help more dogs. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.

There’s a place for everyone at CDRS and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.

CDRS is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role

Finance Manager

Business Disability Forum is the leading business membership organisation in disability inclusion.

We are trusted partners, working with business, Government and disabled people to improve the life experiences of disabled employees and consumers, by removing barriers to inclusion.

• We work with over 600 Members and Partners employing over 5 million people in the UK, and a further 16 million people worldwide.
• We advise, support and encourage businesses (many of them global) to become more disability smart.
• We influence policymakers, informed by the experiences of business and disabled people – as employees and consumers
• We provide evidence-based thought leadership on how business affects the lives of disabled people.
• We help effect changes in business practices, products, services and policies that positively impact the life experiences of disabled people and also benefit business.

The role

Business Disability Forum has recently restructured its corporate services function.

The Finance Manager role will be a pivotal position in the newly formed Resources Directorate. This role will work closely with the Resources Director and lead on financial management.

In addition, the Finance Manager will have the remit to optimise and innovate our ways of working by embedding controls, automating processes (where feasible), optimising the use of our systems and streamlining financial reporting.

The requirement

• Strong knowledge and understanding of FRS102, Charities SORP, PAYE and VAT through experience and/or accountancy qualification.
• Experience of preparing monthly management reporting and year end accounts.
• Proven ability to prepare insightful management information packs including KPI’s and dashboards.
• Advanced use of excel formulas.
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers to deliver budgets, forecast and project level analysis.

For the full job description and person specification of this role and instructions on how to apply please visit our website below via the link on this page:

How to apply

Applications should be by CV and a supporting statement, of up to 400 words, detailing why you think you would be suitable for the role. If you require any adjustments to the application process please contact Barnaby Powell as set out below. Applications should be addressed to Barnaby Powell, HR & Office Manager, Business Disability Forum, Dowgate Hill House, 14-16 Dowgate Hill, London EC4R 2SU. If you are submitting your application by email please do so to jobs @ businessdisabilityforum .org .uk

• Closing date for applications: 22 June 2026.
• First interviews are planned for the week commencing 29 June 2026.
• Second interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing 6 July 2026.

Business Disability Forum is committed to ensuring that all its information, products and services are as accessible as possible to everyone.

If you wish to discuss anything in regards to accessibility or if you require alternative formats please contact Barnaby Powell by email a hr @ businessdisabilityforum .org .uk or by telephone on 020-7403-3020.

For further information on Business Disability Forum please refer to our website via the link on this page

Equal opportunities

We are committed to becoming disability-smart and an employer of choice irrespective of race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, or pregnancy and maternity. The ethical and business case of ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society is at the heart of what we do. When we are recruiting, disabled candidates who meet all of the criteria will be offered an interview.

The Finance Business Partner plays a vital role in helping teams across the organisation make wise, well informed decisions with the resources entrusted to them. Working alongside the Senior Finance Business Partner, this role sits at the heart of good stewardship — combining clear financial insight, accurate reporting and a genuine desire to see the organisation flourish in its mission.

This role works closely with budget holders across the organisation, translating financial information into clear, practical insight that supports planning, accountability and confidence. It suits someone who enjoys collaboration, values precision, and is motivated by learning and continuous improvement. As part of a supportive and experienced finance team, the role offers real opportunity to grow in confidence and capability. 

Stewardship’s unique context as a donor advised fund, combined with its professional services offering to churches and charities (such as payroll bureau and accounts examination), offers exposure to a broad and varied range of financial activity, making this an especially rich environment for developing strong business partnering skills within a values driven charity.

Occupational Requirement (OR)

As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:

· Active membership of local church congregation.

An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.

Anna Freud
Senior Finance Business Partner
Salary: £60,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the office
Location: Central London (office near Kings Cross and Angel)

Anna Freud is a world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. For over 70 years, we have been transforming understanding, practice and outcomes in mental health to help create a more compassionate society and close the gap between mental illness and mental wellness. 
We are at a pivotal moment in strengthening our financial insight, modelling capability and business partnering approach. As we continue to grow our impact, we are looking for a talented and driven finance professional to play a key role in shaping financial decision-making across the organisation.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified accountant to step into a highly visible and strategic role, partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver insight that supports both operational performance and long-term sustainability.

About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Senior Finance Business Partner will play a central role in delivering high-quality financial planning, modelling and analysis across the charity.
You will lead on budgeting, forecasting and management reporting, while developing sophisticated financial models including scenario planning, cost recovery approaches and long-term income and expenditure projections to support strategic decision-making. 
Working closely with senior leaders and budget holders, you will provide clear, insightful analysis and act as a trusted advisor, helping teams to understand their financial performance and make informed, evidence-based decisions.
This role combines technical expertise, commercial insight and strong stakeholder engagement, with a clear focus on continuous improvement and organisational impact.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the development of robust financial models, including multi-year forecasting and scenario planning
• Provide insight into financial performance through detailed analysis of income, expenditure, margins and cost ratios

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Own and continuously improve the annual budgeting and reforecasting processes
• Ensure budget holders are supported, accountable and aligned to organisational strategy

Business Partnering

• Build strong, collaborative relationships across departments, acting as a trusted advisor and “critical friend”
• Support non-finance stakeholders to understand and use financial data effectively

Continuous Improvement & Systems

• Enhance financial processes, systems and reporting tools to improve efficiency and insight
• Support the development of dashboards and data visualisation to improve decision-making
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in financial governance and controls

About You
We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) who has an understanding of charity finance, with strong financial analysis and business partnering experience.
You will bring:

• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting and management reporting
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with advanced Excel capability
• The ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insight
• Confidence working with and influencing senior stakeholders
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage non-financial audiences effectivel

Finance Business Partner

We are seeking a qualified finance professional to support strategic decision making across a high-profile arts and cultural organisation.

Position: Finance Business Partner
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum
Location: Millbank, London
Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 7 June 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 15 June 2026

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a collaborative finance team supporting a wide range of audience-focused departments including Membership, Marketing, Visitor Experience, Learning, International Partnerships and Research & Interpretation.

Working closely with budget holders and senior stakeholders, you will play a key role in promoting strong financial management, supporting planning and forecasting activity, and helping teams make informed decisions through high quality financial insight and analysis.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing and analysing monthly management accounts and reports
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes
• Providing variance analysis and clear financial commentary
• Processing accruals, prepayments and financial adjustments
• Building strong relationships with budget holders and non-financial stakeholders
• Supporting business cases, option appraisals and ad hoc financial projects
• Monitoring financial performance and key benchmarking data
• Promoting financial awareness and supporting colleagues with financial management

About You

You will be a qualified accountant with strong management accounting experience gained within a complex organisation. You will be confident working with senior stakeholders and able to explain financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues.

To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

• A recognised accountancy qualification
• Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience producing management accounts and financial analysis
• Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
• A collaborative and supportive approach to working with colleagues

Experience of using Unit4 or financial reporting tools would be beneficial but is not essential.

About the Organisation

This organisation is internationally recognised for its contribution to arts and culture and is committed to making creativity and artistic experiences accessible to all. With a strong focus on inclusion, collaboration and innovation, it offers an inspiring and purpose-driven working environment where employees are encouraged to develop and thrive.

Benefits include generous annual leave, pension contributions, season ticket loans, wellbeing support, discounts, and access to exhibitions and cultural venues.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Commercial Finance Analyst, Senior Management Accountant, Financial Planning Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Finance Analyst, Finance Officer, Business Partner Accountant.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.

Are you passionate about Finance Business Partnering and building strong relationships with stakeholders? Do you have experience supporting budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting within the Not-for-Profit sector? Are you immediately available or on a short notice period? If so, read on.

My client is a fast-growing NfP organisation seeking an interim Finance Business Partner on an initial 7-month temporary contract, there is also a strong opportunity for this role to get extended.

Responsibilities:

• Building the budgets and looking at forecasts – working with programme management office and programme teams to build forecasts.
• Working very closely with internal/external stakeholders and building and managing set relationships.
• Support in the creation and testing of forecast and budget templates.
• Prepare and analyse forecast expenditure including recommendations on any corrective action which is required.

My client is looking for:

• A qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Delivering a timely and robust budgeting and forecasting.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with finance systems.
• Experience in the NfP sector is desirable.

My client can offer a flexible approach to working, with 2 days a week going into the office based in central London and the rest working remotely. There is also a strong opportunity for this role to get extended.

Applications are under constant review and the post can close early if the right candidate is found. Please apply immediately if this role is of interest.

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
Join one of the UK's largest and most impactful charities - an organisation delivering life-changing services across communities nationwide. With a long history of social mission, they operate at scale across community development, education, homelessness and support services.

THE ROLE
You will lead the provision of full management accounting support for a portfolio of key business areas, offering financial insight, analysis and proactive business partnering. Working closely with a Mission Management Accountant, you will help operational leaders understand performance, make informed decisions and plan effectively.

Key responsibilities include:
* Delivering management accounts, forecasts, variance analysis and commentary.
* Supporting budget holders with budgeting, planning and monthly monitoring.
* Providing financial advice, insights and training to non-finance stakeholders.
* Preparing journals, accruals, prepayments and month-end schedules.
* Supporting staffing/establishment analysis and headcount monitoring.
* Assisting income streams through invoice management.
* Producing financial modelling and strategic planning reports.
* Preparing year-end schedules and handling audit queries.

ABOUT YOU
* Significant experience in management accounting, budgeting and financial analysis within a large complex organisation.
* Fully qualified accountant - such as ACCA, ACA.
* Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
* Ability to run full month-end independently.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Organised, proactive and solutions-focused.

Desirable experience: charity accounting, VAT/Gift Aid, KPI development, strong excel ability.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
* Hybrid working: two days per week in the London office.
* 35-hour working week with a strong work-life balance.
* Pension: Matched pension contribution
* On-site café with discounts.
* Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.

Please apply now for the opportunity to work with a large, purpose-led charity making a real difference across communities every day.

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About The Clink Charity

The Clink Charity, founded in 2009, aims to prevent and reduce reoffending through training, reintegration, and support. We deliver hospitality and horticulture training behind the prison walls and in the community by creating an environment where our students are supported to gain the skills, confidence and qualifications they need to rebuild their lives.

Since that time, we have trained approximately 5,000 people in prison and delivered 2,600 City & Guilds qualifications in a variety of hospitality and food courses.

What makes The Clink so unique is our post-release support and mentoring programme that reintegrates an offender back into society through assistance with health and mental health issues, housing, employment, family connections and friendships.

The charity operates an award-winning fine-dining restaurant open to the public inside HMP Brixton, training kitchens in the prison estate, horticulture projects at HMP Send and HMP Erlestoke, a commercial bakery in Brixton, and a bespoke delivery service, Catered by Clink.

Additionally, Clink Events is our social enterprise catering business with food produced by the women in HMP Downview and also in an additional kitchen at Herne Hill and then served by alumni on front of house at some of the best venues in London including: the Guildhall, the Science Museum, Cutty Sark, Kew Gardens and the Camden Roundhouse. In 2025, across 239 events, The Clink fed 43,000 people.

More information can be found on our website and social media channels.

About The Role

Working pattern: Full time, 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, 3-4 days in the office, or on site at projects in prison or in the community.

Location: Our Head Office is in Herne Hill, SE24 London (7 min walk from Herne Hill station)

Our Head of Fundraising & Brand is a vital leadership role within The Clink Charity, responsible for securing the income, profile and partnerships needed to sustain and grow our life-changing work.

This is a broad and influential role, providing strategic leadership across fundraising, communications, marketing and brand. Working within our portfolio of prison and community-based projects, the postholder will help ensure that The Clink's impact is communicated in a compelling and consistent way to funders, supporters, partners and the wider public, while developing sustainable income streams to support our long-term ambitions.

Building on The Clink's strong reputation and proven impact, the Head of Fundraising & Brand will lead the development and delivery of a fundraising and communications strategy that extends beyond grants to encompass major donors, corporate partnerships, individual giving, events and other income opportunities. Through powerful storytelling, audience growth and brand development, they will increase awareness of our work, strengthen engagement with key stakeholders and create new opportunities for fundraising, partnerships and commercial income generation.

Working closely with the Chief Executive, Director of Finance & Resources and senior leadership team, the postholder will lead and develop a talented fundraising and marketing team, cultivate strategic relationships and identify new opportunities for growth and collaboration.

As The Clink continues to expand its reintegration, training and employment programmes, this role will play a central part in securing the resources needed to support that growth, strengthen our brand and increase engagement with our mission to reduce reoffending.

If you are a strategic and ambitious fundraising leader with a track record of generating income, building partnerships and inspiring teams, and are passionate about creating meaningful social change, we would love to hear from you.

A Little About You

You could be a great fit for our Head of Fundraising & Brand role if you are an ambitious and strategic leader with experience of developing fundraising strategies, growing income and building organisational profile. Perhaps you've led fundraising within a charity, developed successful partnerships, secured major grants, or overseen marketing and communications activity that has strengthened a brand, increased audience engagement and generated growth in income through fundraising, commercial activity or the sale of products and services.

You may have built your career in fundraising, communications, marketing or business development, but you'll have a strong understanding of how these disciplines work together to generate support, attract funding, grow audiences and drive sustainable income. You'll be comfortable developing strategy, building relationships and translating organisational impact into compelling stories that inspire funders, partners, customers and supporters.

We welcome applications from experienced professionals who are ready to lead a talented team, shape the future direction of fundraising and brand development at The Clink Charity, and play a key role in our continued growth. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about our mission and motivated by the opportunity to transform lives, reduce reoffending and create second chances

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising and Income Generation

· Develop and deliver a multi-stream fundraising strategy that supports The Clink Charity's growth and long-term sustainability.

· Use brand identity to drive sales.

· Lead income generation activity across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, individual giving, events and other fundraising streams.

· Use communications to create income from marketing of our commercial products and services e.g. bakery, restaurant, café, events.

· Build and manage a strong fundraising pipeline, identifying and securing new funding opportunities and strategic partnerships

· Monitor fundraising performance, ensuring targets are achieved and opportunities and risks are proactively managed.

Brand, Marketing and Communications

· Lead the development and delivery of a compelling brand and communications strategy.

· Ensure The Clink's impact, mission and outcomes are communicated effectively to supporters, funders, partners and the wider public.

· Oversee marketing campaigns, digital engagement and communications activity that strengthen the charity's profile and support income generation.

· Champion a consistent and impactful organisational brand across all channels.

Leadership and Team Development

· Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing fundraising, marketing and communications team.

· Create a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

· Support the development of fundraising and marketing capability across the wider organisation.

Strategic Leadership

· Contribute to the strategic direction and future development of The Clink Charity.

· Work closely with colleagues across operational and support functions to align fundraising and brand activity with organisational priorities.

· Represent the charity externally with funders, partners, supporters and other key stakeholders.

· Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, best practice and organisational policies.

 Person Specification

Essential

· Significant experience in fundraising, income generation and fundraising strategy development.

· A proven track record of delivering sustainable income growth across multiple fundraising streams.

· Experience of developing and implementing successful fundraising plans, campaigns and income-generation initiatives.

· Experience of leading or overseeing brand, marketing and communications activity, including the development of organisational messaging and audience engagement strategies

· Strong understanding of how fundraising, brand, marketing and communications can work together to increase income, profile and supporter engagement.

· Experience of leading, motivating and developing high-performing teams.

· Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and inspire a wide range of audiences.

· Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling cases for support and communicate organisational impact effectively.

· Strong planning, organisational and project management skills.

· Experience of using data, insight and performance metrics to inform decision-making and drive improvement.

· A commitment to the mission, values and objectives of The Clink Charity.

Desirable

· Experience within the charity, social enterprise or not-for-profit sector

· Experience of working with senior leadership teams, trustees or boards.

· Experience of corporate partnership development, major donor fundraising or philanthropy.

· Experience of managing digital marketing, audience development or supporter engagement activity.

· Understanding of rehabilitation, employability, education or the criminal justice sector.

· Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Fundraising or the Chartered Institute of Marketing.

Personal Attributes

· Demonstrable belief in The Clink’s mission and passion for our work.

· High levels of self-awareness, humility and flexibility, as well as an open and collaborative leadership style.

· Personal integrity, kindness, warmth and sound judgement.

· Good communicator: orally and in writing.

· Proactive, adaptable and can use initiative and find solutions to problems.

· Positive, entrepreneurial, energising and adopts a “can do” mentality.

· Values driven and promotes inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA).

Reporting Lines & Management Expectations

You will report to our Director of Finance and Resources and will initially have two team members reporting to you.

General clink charity information

All staff are expected to:

· Comply with all current legislation

· Comply with all prison operational policies

· Comply with The Clink Staff Handbook

· Undertake such other duties within the scope of the post as may be requested by your Manager

Benefits:

28 days holiday plus bank holiday

Company pension scheme

Free meal on duty at Head Office or in the Restaurant

HOW TO APPLY

If you would like to apply for this post, please send your CV and a supporting statement (maximum 2 sides of A4) to Lizann Barnwell (HR Consultant) via this job site.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. The closing date is Monday 22nd June, 9am.

In your supporting statement you should ensure that you try to address the desirable criteria set out in the person specification for the role. Make sure you give evidence which shows how you meet the criteria, not just telling us that you did it.

Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis for this role, so early applications are encouraged. The deadline for applications is Monday 22nd June 2026, 9am.

We do not send individual acknowledgment of applications due to the high volume we receive, and we will only contact candidates who are shortlisted for an interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, your application has not been successful on this occasion.

If you would like an informal chat about this role, we can offer a call with a member of The Clink Team. Even if you feel you do not meet some of the criteria listed above, we would still welcome applications from passionate candidates who are keen to make a difference.

Appointment Process

Applicants who have demonstrated that they meet the desirable criteria set out in the person specification will be contacted and interviews arranged on a rolling basis.

Interview

If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be invited to a selection process. A panel of two or more, including the recruiting manager conducts all interviews. If there are any special arrangements associated with the selection process e.g. tests or presentations, you will be informed accordingly.

Interview Outcome

If you are invited to attend an interview, you will be informed either verbally or in writing of the outcome. The successful candidate will have the decision confirmed in writing as an offer of employment. Unsuccessful candidates will be offered the opportunity for feedback.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager with a health research charity on a part-time (0.6 FTE), permanent basis. As Finance Manager, you will play a leading, hands-on role in running the organisation’s core finance operations, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting and effective support to teams across the organisation. Working closely with the Director of Finance & Resources, you will take ownership of core finance processes providing operational leadership, internal business partnering and process discipline.

Please note, hybrid working is in place with this organisation with 1 day required in the office per week.  

Additionally, please note, the salary on show is the FTE.

As Finance Manager, you will:

- Lead and oversee the organisation’s core finance operations (accounts payables, receivables, bank accounts, cards and other elements) ensuring financial data and transactions are processed accurately and on time

- Prepare timely and accurate management accounts, forecasts and other reports as necessary for the Trustees, CEO, Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and internal teams

- Assist the Director of Finance & Resources with annual planning and budgeting

- Support the Director of Finance & Resources in improvements to finance processes, reducing reliance on manual spreadsheets and ad-hoc workarounds

- Support the transition from outsourced to insourced finances and services during the implementation phase

- Line-manage and support the Finance Officer

The successful applicant will:

- Have significant demonstrable experience in finance within the charity sector, in a similar role

- Be a part or fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA etc)

- Have significant experience and confidence in managing a full range of finance operations in a small or medium sized charitable organisation

- Have excellent knowledge of UK charity SORP and regulatory reporting requirements

- Be highly experienced in all aspects of Xero cloud-based accounting system, especially reporting

- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

We are looking for an experienced and highly organised grant manager with exceptional communication and relationship building skills, to manage all aspects of grants from The Christie Charity to the NHS Trust.

The role will take responsibility for collating project information and supporting internal teams to communicate and demonstrate project impact and ensure accountability to our external partners and audiences.

This is an exciting time to join The Christie charity as we embark on a period of transformational growth with the launch of key capital appeals enabling us to see a real step change in our income. We are looking for dynamic individuals to join our successful fundraising team at this exciting time.

Executive Director of Finance, Operations & Growth
Keech Hospice

Charity People have partnered with Keech Hospice, a £15million turnover Hospice with sites in Luton and Bedford, in finding their next Executive Director of Finance, Operations and Growth. This is a pivotal moment to join the hospice strengthening their impact and secure their long-term future.

We are seeking an outstanding Executive Director of Finance, Operations & Growth to join our Executive Leadership Team. This is a high-profile, mission-critical role that combines strategic financial leadership with operational excellence and commercial growth. You will play a central role in ensuring the Hospice's future sustainability, driving income diversification, and enabling transformational change that supports the delivery of exceptional care. You will be delivering an ambitious new strategy working closely with an inspiring CEO, collaborative and forward thinking SLT and Board of Trustees. Keech Hospice is in the top 25 of 100 Best Companies to work for.

Salary: circa £90,000 per annum there is a performance related incremental scale offered to all staff.

Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours
Flexibility: the hospice has a flexible working policy available to all staff including partial home working (initially three days a week and will reduce to two days a week)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Shape and deliver the organisation's financial strategy, providing insightful analysis and robust planning to ensure long-term sustainability, effective risk management, and strong financial governance.
• Finance Function Excellence: Lead a high-performing finance function, ensuring accurate, timely reporting, strong financial controls, and continuous improvement in systems, processes, and business partnering across the organisation.
• Growth & Commercial Strategy: Lead and support the development and performance of trading and commercial income streams, including working with our excellent Ass. Director of Trading and Commercial , identifying new opportunities and forging strategic partnerships to diversify income.
• Operations, Estates & Sustainability: Provide strategic oversight of procurement, estates, facilities, and sustainability, ensuring efficient, compliant, and forward-thinking operations aligned to net zero and environmental goals.
• Transformation & Major Projects: Lead and sponsor strategic initiatives and capital programmes, developing robust business cases and ensuring effective delivery, governance, and realisation of benefits.
• Executive Leadership & Governance: Act as a key member of the Executive Team, building strong relationships with the Board and Audit and Risk committee, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
• Organisational Stewardship: Ensure effective use of resources, robust risk management, and strong organisational performance, while acting as an ambassador for Keech Hospice and upholding its values at all times.

Person Specification

• Senior Leadership Experience: Proven track record in a Board or Executive-level finance leadership role, ideally within a complex, multi-faceted organisation.
• Sector specific: Senior financial and operational leadership experience within a charity or not-for-profit sector; Or strong desire to be working in a mission driven organisation
• Charity SORP: Strong understanding of Charity Commission requirements and SORP.
• Strategic & Commercial Acumen: Demonstrable success in financial strategy, commercial income generation, and driving sustainable organisational growth.
• Financial Expertise: Professionally qualified (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with deep knowledge of financial governance, planning, reporting, and risk management.
• Operational Leadership: Experience overseeing operations, estates, procurement, or infrastructure, with a focus on efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Change & Transformation Capability: Strong experience leading large-scale transformation programmes and delivering measurable organisational impact.
• Values-Driven Leader: A collaborative and inspiring leader who models integrity, builds high-performing teams, and is committed to the values and mission of hospice care.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to respond to three written questions to highlight their experience, approach, and leadership style.

Role will be closing on 24^th June, 2026

First stage interview via MSTeams or in person 2^nd July, 2026

Second stage in person 7^th or 8^th July, 2026 followed by an informal chat to "get to know" on 10^th or 13^th July, 2026

Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that deliberately champions equity, diversity and inclusion. We know charities thrive when inclusion is at the centre of decision-making. We proudly match organisations with talent based on skills and values, not background - because diverse teams deliver stronger results.

Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with World Vision UK to recruit for a high-calibre Head of Finance to drive their financial integrity and operational excellence. Reporting directly to the CFO and serving as a key member of the Extended Leadership Team, you will ensure resources are managed with unwavering accuracy, insight, and stewardship to support vulnerable children worldwide.

You will lead core operations—from transaction processing and monthly accounts to treasury, tax compliance, and statutory reporting. You will be a critical partner to the Head of Business Intelligence and leaders across Fundraising and Programmes, embedding clear policies and modern processes that amplify World Vision UK’s mission impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Control & Reporting: Oversee the production of high-quality monthly management accounts and deliver statutory annual accounts under Charities SORP (FRS 102).
• Modernisation & Innovation: Act as the Finance Systems owner and define a multi-year modernisation roadmap, embedding automation, AI for efficiency, and controls-by-design.
• Strategic Leadership: Lead and develop a diverse team of 12 (5 direct reports), fostering a service-oriented business partnering culture.
• Budgeting & Fund Management: Lead the annual budgeting cycle and oversee the management of cash, remittances, and foreign currency hedges.
• Governance & Risk: Ensure full compliance with UK law and Charity Commission standards, acting as the primary lead for external audit and banking relationships.

About You

You are an outcome-focused leader who balances strategic vision with operational rigour. You possess a continuous-improvement mindset and the ability to influence senior stakeholders with commercially aware recommendations.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification experience in industry.
• Sector Expertise: Proven experience in a finance management position within the Charity sector, including the management of restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Leadership Track Record: Experience leading multi-function teams with a focus on capability building and performance management.
• Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of internal controls, technical accounting, and large-scale budgeting processes.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to present decision-ready papers to Board committees.
• Occupational Requirement: Given the leadership nature of this role and its responsibility for the spiritual nurturing of staff, there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have an active Christian faith.

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with Microsoft Business Central, Power BI, SAP Concur, Jedox, and Blackline.

Salary: Circa £70,000 per annum

Key Benefits: 7% employer pension contribution and 28 days holiday + bank holidays

Location: Hybrid: 2 days from Milton Keynes office

Application deadline is Wednesday 27th May. 

Please click on the link to view our dedicated careers page with more details: 

Summary

• A senior leadership opportunity to shape the operational strength, financial sustainability, and future growth of a mission-led education partnership.
• Ideal for a commercially astute, values-driven leader with strong finance expertise and the confidence to lead operations, governance, and organisational development in a collaborative, community-focused environment.

Our Client

Tower Hamlets Education Partnership (THEP) is a locally rooted, values-led organisation supporting schools and education leaders across Tower Hamlets. The partnership brings schools together to improve outcomes for children through collaboration, innovation, and locally driven solutions.

The Role

This is a pivotal Executive Team role combining finance, operations, and business development, with responsibility to:

• Provide strategic financial leadership and long-term financial planning
• Lead and strengthen organisational operations and infrastructure
• Support income diversification, new services, and sustainable growth
• Act as a key advisor to the CEO, Board, and senior stakeholders

Main Duties

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and compliance across the organisation
• Drive long-term financial planning, scenario modelling, and sustainability
• Oversee core operational functions including HR, communications, events, IT, and administration
• Strengthen governance, systems, and processes to improve efficiency and impact
• Support business development, funding bids, and new partnerships through robust financial insight

The Successful Candidate

• A qualified accountant. Full member of ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent.
• Strong strategic thinker with the ability to balance financial rigour with organisational mission
• Confident leader with experience improving systems, processes, and team performance
• Excellent communicator able to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences
• Ideally experienced in education, public sector, charity, or membership-based organisations and with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for Tower Hamlets’ children.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary: £73,266 - £78,090 per annum
• Location: Shoreditch, London (with flexible working)
• Benefits: 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays, local government pension scheme,
• Culture: Values-led, collaborative, community-focused organisation with high trust and autonomy
• Impact & Progression: Opportunity to shape the next phase of THEP’s growth, influence education outcomes locally, and work closely with schools, leaders, and partners

Application Process

Mackie Myers are leading on the recruitment of this role. The recruitment will be managed by our charity, finance recruitment specialist Felicity Akins.

All applicants will need to upload their CV to the job, posted on the Mackie Myers website. Mackie Myers will screen candidates through telephone and Teams calls. Mackie Myers will then conduct a longlisting and shortlisting exercise for the vacancy. All shortlisted candidates will be expected to come to the Mackie Myers office for a fae-to-face meeting.

Timelines

• Shortlisting 1st of June

• 1st stage interviews (Teams) 4th and 5th June

• 2nd stage interviews (in-person) 12th June 

If you have any specific questions regarding the role, feel free to reach out to Felicity from Mackie Myers - contact details are on the website or LinkedIn. 

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for.