Charity management accountant jobs

Job Summary 
 
To manage and ensure control of the funding, financial and corporate resources of the Charity to ensure a financially secure service, delivering value for money. 

Work with the Co-Directors to advise and develop the financial strategy, model new projects, prepare annual and project budgets, and report on financial performance, contributing to the overall future strategic direction of the Charity.

Manage the day-to-day finances for the Charity. Ensure all aspects of the financial systems are accurate and up to date, including banking, sales and purchase ledgers, payroll and cash management.

The postholder is expected to foster excellent working relationships with all staff, volunteers, senior colleagues and trustees. 

The postholder will be expected to attend the following meeting groups: 

• Monthly All Staff: regular attendance 

• GDPR/Data Working Group 

• Finance and Income Generation (FING) Committee Meetings 

• Responsibilities to and attendance at all other meetings: attendance only as and when required and/or at the direction of the Co-Directors 

Key Responsibilities 

• Supervision and management of Senior Finance & Admin Officer (SFAO) 

• Day to Day Financial Management 

• Provision of accurate reports to Board and senior managers 

• Payroll, Pensions, and Tax Management overview and control 

• Budget Process Management 

• Statutory Reporting & Charity compliance 

• Account Management – Key Suppliers/Contractors 

• Financial Risk Management 

• Governance support to FING Committee and Trustees 

Core External Relationships 

• Payroll Provider 

• TPT Pensions 

• HMRC 

• All Banks 

• Charity Commission 

• Companies House 

• Charity Auditors 

• IT Contractor & Insurers 

Day to Day Financial Management 

• Regularly review and maintain financial policies and procedures. 

• Review the monthly reconciliations carried out by the SFAO thereby ensuring all transactions are properly and efficiently recorded. 

• Oversee the management and appropriate allocation of Restricted Funds, ensuring the monies are allocated according to the donor’s wishes and ensure that records are always maintained 

• Regularly review and make recommendations for improvements to financial controls and ensuring methods are documented and made clear to staff.

• Support with funding bids and reports back to donors 

• Management of all charity bank accounts, acting as authorised signatory with Banks 

Payroll, Pensions and Tax Management 

• Supervise the payroll process carried out by SFAO 

• Responsible for the effective management Charity’s Pension Scheme

• Ensure payments to HMRC are made accurately and on time, and ensure all available allowances are claimed. 

Budget Process Management 

• Take the lead on preparing the Annual Budget, working closely with SLT to capture all spending plans Develop and run a process which is thorough, consistent and inclusive of all managers. 

• Alongside the Co-Director, present the Draft Budget to Board for approval 

• Present monthly management accounts and Cost Centre reports for all managers

• Work closely with all SLT to ensure they fully understand their budgets and ongoing organisational performance against budget 

• Monitor variations against spend and integrate within an overall Cashflow analysis 

• Recommend corrective actions to Co- Directors and/or Board as necessary 

Statutory Reporting & Charity compliance 

• Act as lead member of staff with the Charity’s Auditors 

• Oversee the preparation of the Annual Accounts plus any supporting papers required to enable an efficient and effective annual audit to take place 

• Maintain fixed asset register and inventory of all equipment contracts/agreements 

• Ensure the Charity is fully compliant with statutory bodies and key external institutions, and act as lead on behalf of the charity with the following bodies: 

• Charity Commission 

• Companies House 

• Pensions Regulator 

• HMRC 

• Valuation Office 

• All Banks 
   

Account Management – Key Suppliers/Contractors 

Insurance 

• Take the lead in managing the insurance renewals process, and ensure that a comprehensive suite of insurances is in place to cover key risks across the Charity 
   

Financial Risk Management 

• Ensure appropriate financial risk management techniques and controls are in place at strategic and operational levels. 

• Develop, update and produce long term cashflow forecasts to evidence that the Charity can operate as a going concern. 

• Provide up-to-date dashboards and reports of the financial position, projections and scenarios, considering the financial implications of alternative business models, advice on new and current business income generation initiatives and analysis of financial risk and performance. 

• Work with the Co-Directors, to ensure that the appropriate processes are in place for the long-term financial viability of the charity, advising on the financial consequences of proposed actions 
   

Governance support to FING Committee and Trustees 

• Assist the Chair of FING Committee (Treasurer) 

• Prepare all associated papers and minutes 

• Prepare finance papers for Treasurer to deliver to Board of Trustees 

• Attend Board of Trustees meetings and present information as requested 
   

General 

• Postholder to adhere to their relevant Code of Ethics as laid down by their professional body, being mindful that adherence to the code takes precedence over charity policy and practice should a conflict ever arise. [NB Sections A + C of the current professional code are applicable.]

• Keep abreast of financial developments across the charity sector and ensure any opportunities for tax reliefs, cost reduction, value for money and more effective systems are seized as appropriate.

• Undertake any other duties as determined by the Co-Directors. 

 
Personal Specification 

• Personally committed to Caring in Bristol’s vision and values and collaboration-focused method of work. 

• Committed to reflection and learning, including sharing failures and uncertainties; openly taking feedback from the team and members of the community on your behaviour and work. 

• Bring ideas for improvements and is open and honest in all communications where relevant and appropriate. 

• Awareness of your own needs: the homelessness sector can be challenging – you will be good at knowing your limits under pressure and will be confident to ask for help when you need it. You will receive support from your team, and we are keen to nurture an environment where no-one feels worried about asking for help or support when they need it. 

• Resilience working under pressure, ability, and willingness to both give and take constructive feedback. 

• Willingness to work the extra hours where needed, with a flexible working policy. 

• Growing levels of self-awareness, including an understanding of how your background has shaped the opportunities afforded to you and how you relate to people from different backgrounds to you. 

• Willing to develop emotional intelligence, including a growing ability to empathise with and appreciate others, creating opportunities for those you work with to grow. 

• A passion for social justice and to change Bristol for the better. 

Essential 

• Minimum part qualified accountant or qualified by experience with strong financial management experience, with an ability to understand the practical impact of finance decisions and processes across the whole charity. 

• Specialist knowledge of Charities required, including Charity SORP guidance and procedures, underpinned by strong theoretical knowledge and practical experience. 

• Ability to work with the Co-directors to lead the formulation of long-term financial plans and strategies which will influence the long-term direction of the charity. 

• Experience in developing major finance policy development. 

• Experience in budgeting and financial planning.

• Experience in management accounting. 

• Ability to receive, process and provide highly complex or sensitive financial information including ability to analyse and clearly communicate financial information.

• Strong IT skills including the Microsoft Office suite, in particular Excel, and experience of using databases. 

• Solid organisational skills including consistency, accuracy, and an eye for detail. 

• Experience of line management and supporting and developing staff. 

• Knowledge and understanding of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion practices. 

Desirable  

• Experience in using QuickBooks accounting software is desirable or transferrable knowledge of similar online accounting packages. 

First stage interviews to take place on 17 June 2026

DFN Project SEARCH is looking for an experienced charity finance professional to take on the newly-created Head of Finance role. As a well-established and successful UK charity, we are operating in a period of continued growth and require a Head of Finance who combines reliable financial insight, robust control and strong governance with hands-on delivery. This role will work closely with the Finance Director and wider executive team while remaining directly involved in month-end, reporting, controls, cash flow and systems improvement. This role has a requirement to travel to London an average of twice monthly as well as other UK travel to support away days and programme visits.

Key responsibilities include:

•     End-to-end ownership of the finance function, ensuring accurate, efficient and compliant day-to-day operations.
•     Working closely with the Finance Director to deliver management reporting, annual budgeting, statutory accounts and audit support.
•     Strengthening cash flow forecasting, treasury oversight, credit control and financial planning to support organisational growth.
•     Principal owner of the charity’s financial controls, policies, procedures and systems, further developing the use of Xero for real-time insight.
•     Supporting the charity’s funding model through strong oversight of restricted funds, grant reporting, contract support and funder compliance.
•    Build financial understanding across the organisation by supporting budget holders and translating financial information for non-finance colleagues.
•     Clear reporting relationship with the Finance Director and line management responsibility for the Finance Administrator.

Essential criteria

The successful candidate should be a fully qualified accountant who is comfortable leading and doing in a small charity environment. They should be technically strong, confident with hands-on financial operations, and able to work credibly with the Finance Director, executive colleagues, trustees, external advisors and non-finance budget holders.

•     Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent).
•     Proven experience in a finance management role with end-to-end responsibility for a finance function.
•     Strong working knowledge of Charity SORP and charity accounting requirements.
•     Experience preparing management accounts, statutory accounts and board-level financial reports.
•     Strong cash flow management, balance sheet reconciliation and month-end close capability.
•     Experience of restricted funds management, grant reporting and supporting budgets for funding applications or tenders.
•     Confident using accounting systems, ideally Xero, and advanced Excel.
•     Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-specialist audiences and partner effectively with budget holders.
•     Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to line manage and develop a small finance team.
•     Proven experience in developing and implementing Financial Instructions in a charity setting

Desirable criteria

•     Experience of leading change and process optimisation
•     Experience in a remote or distributed organisation
•     Experience of working with complex stakeholder groups across education, public sector, social impact or donor settings
•     Experience of payroll oversight, VAT returns and finance systems/process improvement would be highly valuable.

Remuneration and Offer Considerations

Over and above the salary range offered, we also offer:

•     Flexible working arrangements considered including jobsharing and part-time (minimum of 4 days per  week) work as well as a condensed hours working pattern of 10 working days over 9.
•     Annual leave buy-back.
•     Remote role with travel as required.
•     Wellbeing benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme and NHS top-up support.

About the Bureau

We are the UK’s largest independent investigative journalism organisation and we exist to inform the public about the realities of power in today’s world. Our investigations expose systemic wrongs, challenge misinformation, and spark change.

We work strategically and collaboratively to maximise the impact of our fact-based reporting and share our findings openly with local, national, and international media outlets to reach as many people as possible.

About the role

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working as part of the Operations team, this is a critical role at the centre of the Bureau’s financial set-up. You will lead the day-to-day financial management of the organisation’s income and expenditure across multiple projects.

The Bureau is entering an exciting period of development, with a growing focus on building our direct audience and diversifying revenue streams. The Finance Manager will play a key role in strengthening the organisation’s long-term sustainability and resilience, while helping to deliver its strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all bookkeeping functions, payroll, accounts payable, and receivable

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts

• Oversee cashflow management and banking controls

• Collaborate with the CEO, COO, and Editors to develop annual budgets that support organisational growth and project delivery

• Work with the COO to analyse financial performance and identify current and future funding needs

• Work with the fundraising team to develop budgets and financial information for grant applications

• Prepare financial reports for senior management, funders, and the Board of Directors

• Coordinate the annual audit process and preparation of statutory accounts

• Provide financial analysis and insights to support informed decision-making

• Liaise with external partners, including auditors, payroll providers, banks, and HMRC

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, donor restrictions, and internal policies

• Maintain and improve finance systems, processes, and controls

• Support colleagues across the organisation with finance-related queries and knowledge sharing

• Attend and contribute to finance committee meetings and wider team meetings

What we are looking for

We want someone proactive, organised, and collaborative, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. The Finance Manager will need to take a solution-focused approach, enjoy working across teams, and be motivated by the challenge of building our long-term financial resilience.

You will also share our commitment to fostering an inclusive, welcoming and supportive culture across the Bureau.

You’ll be joining the Bureau at a pivotal moment in its development and this role offers a high level of autonomy, close collaboration with senior leadership, and the opportunity to enable work that creates meaningful impact in the world.

Skills and experience

Essential

• Professional accountancy qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent), or equivalent demonstrable experience

• Strong financial management and analytical skills

• Confident communicator, both verbally and in writing

• Experience in producing management accounts and supporting VAT returns

• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting

• Experience in improving financial processes, systems, or ways of working

• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Experience working in a non-profit, charity, or similar mission-driven organisation

Desirable

• Experience using NetSuite, Oracle, or similar accounting systems

• Understanding of commercial income streams (e.g. reader revenue, membership, sponsorship, B2B)

• Ability to apply strategic thinking within the scope of the role

• Experience using automation tools or digital systems to improve efficiency and boost capacity

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave

• Option to work a nine-day fortnight – (by reduction in annual leave. For part-time staff, this will be prorated according to contracted working pattern)

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• EAP – Employee assistance programme

• Enhanced sick pay

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after 12 months’ service)

• Learning and development opportunities

• Cycle to work scheme

How to apply

The Bureau is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive, and adaptable environment where people are encouraged and supported to do their best work. We welcome applications from those belonging to groups traditionally underrepresented in the media. We are happy to consider flexible working options.

Please also fill out our Equality Monitoring Form on our jobs page, which is anonymous, so we can better track who we are reaching.

To be considered for this job, you must have the right to live and work in the UK

To apply to be our Finance Manager, please email your CV and covering letter to the email located on our jobs page by 6 pm on Wednesday, 8 June 2026. Interviews will take place in mid/late June.

Help us protect the legal rights of children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and strengthen SEND Support in law

Job title: Head of Finance and Resources

Location: Home-based or Hybrid (with occasional travel to our office in Takeley, Essex, and other locations in England for events and meetings)

Reports to: Chief Executive

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Part-time (up to 28 hours per week considered)

Salary: £48,000 – £55,000 per annum (FTE, pro-rata for part-time)

Who we are

IPSEA is a national charity working to ensure that children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) receive the educational support they are legally entitled to. Since we were formed in 1983, we have helped to improve the education experience of thousands of children and young people across England. We do this by providing free and independent legal advice and casework support for families, undertaking policy work and delivering training on the SEND legal framework.

What you’ll do

We are seeking a Head of Finance and Resources to provide strategic leadership and operational management across IPSEA’s finance, HR and Fundraising functions, ensuring the charity has robust financial management, effective systems, and sustainable infrastructure to deliver its mission. This role focuses on organisational management, financial integrity and coordination across functions, rather than providing specialist Fundraising or HR expertise.

This is a hands-on role. While the postholder leads on financial strategy, planning and control, they are also responsible for delivering key financial processes and day to day operations. The role oversees key organisational functions including HR and fundraising.

They line manage the Finance Administrator, HR Manager and Fundraising Manager, ensuring alignment, coordination and effective use of organisational resources across the organisation.

Professional expertise and delivery within HR and fundraising remain the responsibility of the relevant managers. The role does not carry responsibility for income generation targets but ensures robust financial and operational support for fundraising activity.

As Head of Finance and Resources, you will be responsible for:

• Financial systems, control and operations
• Financial reporting and Management Accounts
• Budgeting, forecasting and financial strategy
• Restricted funds, compliance and governance
• Fundraising and income support
• Leadership, resources and organisational operations

This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference as part of a small, friendly, and dedicated team. If you are passionate about helping children and young people with SEND and have the skills and experience needed, we would love to hear from you.

Who are we looking for?

You’ll need to be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) with a strong understanding and experience of charity finance, SORP, compliance, risk management and governance.

Significantly experienced in charity finance and financial management or organisational resources, you will be able to prepare management accounts, budgets, forecasts and financial reports and support budgeting and longer-term financial planning.

You will have experience of managing and motivating staff while working with senior leadership teams and/or trustees.

You have strong organisational and analytical skills and can analyse financial information and translate it for non-financial stakeholders. Experience improving systems, processes or digital infrastructure would be preferred but is not essential.

It would be desirable if you had experience overseeing HR, fundraising or wider operational functions, or managing multi-disciplinary teams.

IPSEA should also reflect the communities we support. We would particularly like to hear from candidates from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, under-served communities and disabled people, as well as those with lived experience of the SEND system, either as a child or as a parent/carer.

What we can offer you

• 5% employer pension contributions
• Healthcare cash plan
• Flexible working arrangements
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday

To apply

Please visit our website to download a recruitment pack and application form. 

Deadline for applications: 9am on 15 June 2026

First-round interviews: week commencing 22 June 2026 in either London or our offices in Takeley (to be confirmed)

Reporting to the Head of Finance, and supporting our small talented highly talented Team your key tasks will be to:

· assist staff managing project finances ;

·       support the development of donor project budgets;

·       take a principlal role in supporting financial compliance;

·       support IM to fulfil its accountability to funders

You will be a fully qualified accountant with at least 4 years’ progressive experience working on charity financial management including budget compilation, donor reports and grant management. With excellent MS Excel skills and experience of Sage 50 and ExpenseIn or similar systems, you will have outstanding attention to detail and excellent oral and written English communication skills.

We don't just want a dyed in the wool accountant, we also want someone with great interpersonal skills. A problem solver with a GSOH who thrives in a small, fast-paced high-calibre international team where everyone pitches in. A demonstrable interest in international relations and peacemaking and / or experience of working in a conflict zone and additional languages would be highly desirable.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

WORKING WITH US

The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.

We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.

To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Join Harris Federation, one of the UK's leading education trusts, and play a key role in delivering high quality financial reporting and control across a growing organisation.

We are looking for an experienced, detail-focused finance professional with strong analytical and reporting skills. In return, you’ll benefit from a collaborative environment, excellent professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to an organisation dedicated to improving outcomes for young people.

If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career, we would welcome your application.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Reporting to the Head of Financial Accounting, you will take ownership of producing accurate management and statutory accounts, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and charity sector requirements.

This is a varied and impactful role, where you will lead on month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns, and cash management, while also driving continuous improvement in financial systems and controls. Working closely with stakeholders, you’ll provide clear financial insight to support decision-making across the Federation.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• An understanding of UK GAAP
• Experience with financial systems and ERP software (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage) along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions
• Ideally 2-3 years of post-graduation experience in an accounting role, preferably within a commercial environment
• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (or equivalent) either in progress or recently obtained
• A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, with a strong academic record

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.

Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.

When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. 

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OUR VISION & VALUES

Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.

We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
• Annual performance and loyalty bonus
• Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
• 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
• 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
• Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans

For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.

Working alongside the other Finance Manager (job-share partner) and the Co-Director, this role is responsible for ensuring the charity’s finances are effectively managed and that financial records are accurate and up-to-date. The postholder will collaborate closely with their job-share counterpart; together, they will be jointly accountable for the smooth operation of the organisation’s financial systems, while maintaining clearly defined areas of responsibility.

This role has a primary focus on the operational delivery of finance functions, including day-to-day processing and book-keeping related to income. It will ensure robust financial controls, accurate record-keeping, and efficient financial processes, supporting Women for Refugee Women to operate effectively and maintain strong financial discipline. 

Location: Old Street, London (Hybrid) * Please note that we are based in a women-only building. 

Accountable to: Co-Director 

Salary and hours: £44,289 - £49,339 pro rata (dependent on experience), 21 hours per week, plus benefits 

Length of contract: Permanent 

Purpose of the role: Working alongside the other Finance Manager (job-share partner) and the Co-Director, this role is responsible for ensuring the charity’s finances are effectively managed and that financial records are accurate and up-to-date. The postholder will collaborate closely with their job-share counterpart; together, they will be jointly accountable for the smooth operation of the organisation’s financial systems, while maintaining clearly defined areas of responsibility.

This role has a primary focus on the operational delivery of finance functions, including day-to-day processing and book-keeping related to income. It will ensure robust financial controls, accurate record-keeping, and efficient financial processes, supporting Women for Refugee Women to operate effectively and maintain strong financial discipline. 

Key responsibilities

Finance Administration 

• Together with the Finance Manager (Strategic) and the Co-Director, ensure that the charity’s finances are well managed and accounts are kept up to date. 

• Maintain overall responsibility for accounts receivable, and support the Finance Manager (Strategic) with accounts payable.

• Working together with the Finance Manager (Strategic), ensure all income and expenditure is entered onto the electronic book-keeping system (currently Quickbooks) accurately and in a timely manner, and assigned to relevant funds in accordance with funders’ requirements and restrictions.

• Ensure all donation details are correctly entered into the Donorfy fundraising database. 

• Ensure imported data in the accounting systems reconciles accurately with recorded transactions, and produce bank reconciliations as needed. 

Finance Management 

• Implement and monitor day-to-day financial controls, ensuring all processes meet audit and internal control standards. Ensure proper document storage, coding and audit trails for all transactions. 

• Support the Finance Manager (Strategic) in reviewing and updating operational finance procedures and ensuring organisation-wide compliance. 

• Working closely with the Finance Manager (Strategic) and the Co-Director, support improvements to finance systems and workflows. 

• Act as a bank signatory where appropriate.

Income Management 

• Ensure that all grants and other income due to the charity are received and managed in line with funder conditions and restrictions. 

• Issue and track invoices to ensure all income owed to the charity is collected promptly. 

• Ensure all cheques / cash income received is deposited into the current account in a timely manner. 

• Support fundraising and individual giving colleagues by providing accurate, timely financial information on a weekly basis to strengthen donor stewardship and reporting. 

• Maintain accurate records of gift aid declarations made. Prepare and submit regular Gift Aid claims to maximise eligible income. 

• Maintain accurate records of gift-in-kind and pro bono donations, organisational assets and restricted funds. 

• Ensure all income is recorded consistently across both the financial system and the fundraising database, working closely with the Individual Giving Manager to ensure alignment and information flow. 

Operational Reporting & Support 

• Provide financial administration support across the organisation, including for delivery teams and fundraising colleagues. 

• Work closely with the Finance Manager (Strategic) to ensure accurate information flows between operational processing and financial planning/reporting. 

• Provide responsive support to staff, helping them navigate finance processes confidently and consistently. 

• Support the Finance Manager (Strategic) to prepare quarterly financial updates and Management accounts, as well as annual financial statements. 

• Support the Finance Manager (Strategic) and Co-Director with payroll, pension reports and human resources management when required. 

• Attend the quarterly Finance & HR committee meetings and contribute to preparing papers as needed. 

General 

• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the post.

• Support wider organisational activities as needed, including on occasion in the evenings or at weekends. 

• Meet regularly for line management, supervision and appraisal with the Co-Director. 

• Identify own training needs and undertake relevant training and development, approved by the Co-Director. 

Northern Ballet is looking for a commercially minded, curious and collaborative Management Accountant to join our Finance team at an exciting point of change.

This is a part-time role (two or three days per week) ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise with real insight, and who wants their work to directly support creativity, touring and long term sustainability.

The Role

Working closely with the Finance Director, you’ll play a central role in producing high‑quality management information that supports confident decision‑making across the organisation. Alongside core accounting responsibilities, you’ll help shape the future of our finance function, from building a more flexible budgeting and forecasting approach to supporting the implementation of a new finance system.

You’ll gain exposure to every part of Northern Ballet, from performance and production through to fundraising, marketing and education, developing a deep understanding of how an ambitious touring arts organisation operates.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Producing accurate and insightful monthly management accounts for the Northern Ballet group
• Supporting annual budgeting and rolling forecasts, working with budget holders across the organisation
• Helping design and develop flexible budget modelling tools to support strategic planning
• Partnering with teams to improve financial understanding, ownership and control
• Advising the Development team on the financial elements of funding applications
• Supporting the preparation of Theatre Tax Relief and Film Tax Relief claims
• Playing a key role in the scoping, preparation and implementation of a new finance system
• Proactively identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and controls

About You

You’re someone who enjoys turning financial data into meaningful insight, and who feels comfortable building relationships outside finance. You bring rigour and attention to detail, but also curiosity and a desire to improve how things are done.

Essential

• Experience producing group management accounts
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office or equivalent
• A logical, structured and methodical approach

Desirable

• CCAB or CIMA qualified accountant
• Experience of charity or not‑for‑profit accounting
• Experience within theatre, dance or wider arts organisations
• Knowledge of Theatre Tax Relief and/or Film Tax Relief
• Experience using Pegasus Opera
• Full UK driving licence

How We Work

You’ll join a small, supportive Finance team and work closely with colleagues across Northern Ballet. We value openness, collaboration and shared learning, and we’re looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team, stays calm under pressure, and takes pride in delivering quality work.

Contract Details

• Salary: £35,000–£40,000 pro rata per annum (depending on experience and qualification), plus excellent benefits
• Hours: Part‑time, 2–3 days per week
• Location: Leeds, with some flexibility for hybrid working
• Closing date: 31 May 2026 at 5.00pm
• Interviews: Week commencing 15 June 2026

About Northern Ballet

Northern Ballet creates and tours ballet to towns and cities across the UK, combining classical technique with powerful storytelling. We are the only professional ballet company in the UK fully integrated with our own Academy, alongside extensive work in schools, communities and inclusive dance programmes.

Our work is anchored by three priorities: Creating Stories that Connect, Developing New Voices and Artists, and Sharing the Joy of Dance with as many people as possible.

Our values shape how we work together every day:

• Striving for Excellence
• Collaboration and Curiosity
• Understanding and Respect
• Sharing Knowledge with Generosity
• Welcoming and Safe

Why Join Us?

Benefits include:

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays (with increases after 5 and 10 years)
• Generous pension scheme and death‑in‑service provision
• Family‑friendly policies
• Staff discounts at our café
• Opportunities to attend Northern Ballet world premieres and productions

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Northern Ballet is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are happy to discuss access requirements and make reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, including providing materials in alternative formats or adapting the interview process.

A prestigious, world-renowned professional membership body and educational charity is seeking a Financial Accountant to join them. This is a pivotal role that balances technical reporting, tax compliance, and systems development within a complex group structure.

This is a great opportunity for an ACA qualified auditor currently working in practice specialising in charity or non profit audits, or someone already operating in a Financial Accountant role within the charity sector. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce subsidiary accounts and support the Group Financial Reporting Manager with consolidated year-end statements.
• Prepare and submit quarterly group VAT returns and manage relationships with external tax advisors and HMRC.
• Act as the functional administrator for the finance system, driving improvements and providing staff training.
• Administer investment portfolios, scholarship programmes, and fund accounting.
• Lead and develop a Finance Administrator, specifically providing mentorship through their apprenticeship programme.
• Manage the fixed asset register, intercompany reconciliations, and lead on cash flow monitoring.

Essential Requirements:

• ACCA, ACA or CIMA Qualified Accountant
• Experience auditing charities or non profits in an audit role OR in a similar role within a charity or membership organisation.
• Experience overseeing VAT, including partial exemptions.
• Experience managing payroll, pensions and balance sheet reconciliations.

Salary is £55,000 + Benefits. Central London based with hybrid working. 

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis with interviews being set up immediately. Please apply with your CV ASAP to ensure you are considered. 

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• Providing core funding for the rb&hArts programme combining improvements to the hospital environment with therapeutic activities such as Singing for Breathing
• Supporting three fellowships annually to support allied health professionals in pursuing research projects
• Funding the Road to Recovery programme to provide mental health support for patients with long Covid
• Committing £100,000 to a Patients' Fund each year, to support around 40 micro-projects from palliative care 'comfort boxes' to better seating and new televisions on wards

Financial Accountant | 10 - month FTC | £50,000 + Benefits | London | Hybrid

For an international NGO focusing on protecting the marine environment and sustainability, we're recruiting an interim Financial Accountant for a fixed term contract. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role will lead on financial controls, reporting and compliance including payroll, Audit and Year-end reconciliations as well as overseeing a Finance Assistant responsible for AP and AR. The Financial Accountant will also provide key support during the transition to Microsoft Dynamics 365 including data preparation, chart-of-accounts design, testing, and updating processes and procedures.

Main Duties:

• Bank, control account and other reconciliations
• Act as signatory on UK bank accounts, ensuring financial controls are adhered to
• Month-end, and year-end close processes, including preparation of schedules and Audit support
• Year-end reconciliations, supporting schedules, including salary reconciliations
• Ensure accurate financial records are in place for restructured and Donor-funded projects
• Lead UK monthly Payroll processing liaising with HR and external Payroll provider regarding Pensions, loans, advances and other payroll deductions and benefits
• Support the Finance team during the system transformation and migration to Dynamics 365 including data preparation, chart-of-accounts design, testing, and creation and updating of finance processes and procedures
• Oversee the Finance Assistant and ensure accurate and timely Accounts Payable and Sales Ledger transaction processing.

Person Specification:

• ATT qualified, or part-qualified ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent
• Experience of audit, year-end and monthly close processes
• Strong experience with financial accounting and transactional accounting
• Experience in restricted and unrestricted funds within the charity sector is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of purchase ledger, credit control and expense processing
• UK tax compliance including PAYE and VAT
• Experience of managing a small team

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified bookkeeper to join our small staff team in a part-time Finance Manager role. As a successful local charity with a committed and engaged board of Trustees, you'll be helping support young people with their mental health and emotional wellbeing.

You'll be responsible for managing the charity's day-to-day financial matters, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded, maintaining compliance with statutory and charity requirements and tracking specific project funds so the organisation can report transparently to donors and trustees. We're looking for someone with experience of charity finance management, who is self-motivated and focused, and able to work independently. 

The role is available either as paye or on a freelance basis at £25 per hour. It's mainly remote working, with occasional time spent in the Twickenham office. 

Responsibilities

• Dealing with all the day-to-day financial activities of the charity (the charity uses QuickBooks). In particular, processing and setting up for payment, supplier invoices and expense claims; issuing invoices for services or grants; recording donations, fundraising proceeds, and grant receipts, and reconciling all bank accounts, petty cash, and credit card statements. The recording in QuickBooks involves fund accounting, as some income is restricted and some is unrestricted.
• Managing and recording the transactions from outsourced payroll and pension providers.
• Production of Quarterly management accounts using an Excel template.
• Production of cash flow forecasts.
• Attendance at Business Committee Meetings on Zoom 6 times a year.
• Preparing the required schedules and liaison with the external Independent Examiner, in order for them to sign-off the charity’s statutory accounts in line with the Charities SORP.
• Generating financial analyses required by grant-makers regarding the utilisation of money granted by them to the charity.
• Processing gift aid claims.
• Working with the Manager and Treasurer to prepare the charity’s annual budget.
• Supporting the Manager with the management of any capital projects. This may include production of budgets and forecasts and management of specific grants relating to those projects.
• Ad hoc financial support to the Manager and Treasurer.

We're seeking an efficient and effective individual who acts in accordance with The Nolan Principles. You'll be proficient in QuickBooks and Excel and have an understanding of GDPR.

You can read more about the role on our website. 

Are you a detail-driven finance professional looking to make a meaningful global impact? I’m partnering with a respected international charity to find an interim Management Accountant who will deliver high-quality financial insight to senior leadership and trustees. This is a great opportunity to combine strong technical skills with purpose in a globally operating, mission-led organisation.

My client is seeking an interim management Accountant on an initial 6 month fixed-term basis with an opportunity of going permanent.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly group management accounts and clear commentary for senior stakeholders
• Deliver financial reports and transaction listings, partnering with UK and international budget holders
• Support annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes across multiple regions
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making and organisational performance

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience preparing monthly management accounts in a complex environment
• Strong budgeting and forecasting experience with advanced Excel skills
• Experience in multi-currency or international organisations
• Experience of working with restricted/unrestricted income

My client can offer flexible working throughout the duration of the contract – this will be a fully remote role.

Applications for this role are now under review, and the deadline could well be brought forward if the suitable candidate is found. Therefore, do not delay in submitting your application!

Your new company
A medium-sized, London-based, high-profile charity.
Your new role
Reporting to the FP&A Manager, you will be responsible for the production of monthly management accounts and business partnering with various departments, providing crucial insight and analysis. Anticipated duration is 3 months. Working arrangement: hybrid working, 3 days per week in the office. To start ASAP.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be an experienced Management Accountant, ideally with exposure from a not-for-profit environment.
What you need to do now
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