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Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life. We believe no one should face financial hardship in later life.
Responsibilities and Person Specification:
The Senior Finance Officer is a broad new role reporting to the Head of Finance. It provides a brilliant opportunity to learn and develop through contributing to most areas of our small finance team’s work including month-end close, payment run process, finance system administration, monthly budget-holder reporting, year end and audit, fundraising support and investments and banking administration.
We are looking for a part qualified accountant or equivalent who can bring a good understanding of bookkeeping and double entry. As a role covering broad areas, you will also need a demonstrable understanding of charity accounting technicalities and recommended practice, ideally gained from working in the sector. With a high level of attention to detail, you should be proficient in the use of finance systems, with Advanced Excel skills, and an interest in utilising AI.
The role includes interaction at all levels, including senior management and our trustee board and requires skills to communicate finance to non-finance stakeholders and good written skills.
For full details on the role and requirements, please review the job description and person specification. If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all of the criteria in the person specification but you do meet most of them and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply anyway.
This is a full-time role, 35 hours per week, which you can choose to work over five days or a 9 day fortnight.
What it’s like to work at Independent Age:
We celebrate diversity at Independent Age and champion the differences that make each of us unique. We actively support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. We aim to attract and retain a wide range of talent and create an environment where everyone can feel safe, protected, welcome and included.
We offer great benefits including 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, a generous pension scheme with life assurance, and fantastic learning and development opportunities. We also offer a number of enhanced leave provisions and benefits.
We know that a good work life balance helps us perform at our best and supports wellbeing. Flexible working hours and hybrid working is standard for all (those contracted to work in the office usually attend 1 day per week, with a minimum of 4 days per month). But if you need a different form of flexibility, we are always happy to talk flexible working.
You can find out more about what it’s like to work at Independent Age on the careers page of our website.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit a CV and a Supporting Statement, detailing how your skills and experience meet the criteria within the Job Description and Person Specification, by visiting our jobs website (please do not hesitate to contact us if you have specific requirements and need support to apply in an alternative format).
To support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion our hiring managers use anonymous shortlisting. Therefore, please do not include your name, photo, or information to indicate your gender or age in your CV and supporting statement. Please do not omit dates of employment. Please ensure the title of any uploads does not contain your name.
Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding those we work with. We therefore ask that you supply your full work history with explanations for any gaps in the application documents you submit and, if offered the post, we will require two employment references including your current or most recent employer.
A Basic DBS check will be required for this role.
Closing Date: 1 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Interview Dates: First interview will be held in-person on Monday 15 June, with second interview held on 18 June.
Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life.


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You will be a full AAT or part qualified and have at least two years' experience in charity finance or similar.
The main responsibilities will be supporting the processing project finances;allocation of expenditure to donor project budgets; supporting with tracking and monitoring transactions and generally supporting compliance and accountability to funders.
We are looking for someone with great IT skills and also great interpersonal skills. It would be hlpful if you have an interest in peacemaking.
You must have the right to work in the UK and, while you may not be required to come to the office every week, you must be able and willing to attend the office when requested
The Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Financial Controller to support the Finance team based at our London office.
Deadline: Sunday 24th May at 11.59pm
Location: London
Salary: Starting salary £47,472 rising to £53,993, inclusive of £4,000 London weighting
Hours: Full-time (32 hours per week)
Contract type: This is a permanent role
This exciting role will lead on all aspects of the finance function, including managing managing the Finance & Systems Officer, overseeing the production of year-end accounts in collaboration with internal stakeholders and auditors, and preparing monthly management accounts for reports to the Senior managers and trustees. Responsibilities also include stewardship of the Foundation’s liquid assets, leading the budgeting and forecasting processes, verifying monthly payroll prepared by HR, and ensuring the efficient operation of the purchase ledger function.
What does the role involve?
- Coordinate across the Foundation and help prepare the annual statutory accounts and all schedules for audit and be the lead liaison with the auditors.
- Prepare monthly financial reports and budgets for review by senior management, providing analysis and other measures of performance.
- Lead on improving processes and systems across all aspects of finance and liaising with the wider organisation to drive these forward.
What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for?
- Up to date knowledge of charity financial legislation and best practice
- Innovative in the development of processes, procedures and information systems to support the work of the team and organisation
- Demonstrable successful accounting experience in a similar role, ideally within the charity sector
Safeguarding is Everyone’s business – Mental Health Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its beneficiaries, those who surround them, its staff, volunteers, and anyone else who comes into contact with its services and expects all trustees, staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures (proof of eligibility to work in the UK, proof of residency and satisfactory employment screening, including a Disclosure check and two most recent references) along with 3-year renewals of Disclosure checks. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.
How to apply
If you think your skills match and you’d like to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation, please complete and submit your application via our website. Please ensure you attach an up-to-date CV and statement of suitability answering all points of the person specification. Applications will close at midnight on Sunday 24th May and we are unable to accept late applications. Interviews are expected to take place online between 1st - 4th June.
We believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. Diversity and inclusion is a strategic priority for us as an employer and mental health charity, and we are proud to be signatories of the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter and the Disability Confident Committed Scheme. Applications from under-represented sections of the community are actively encouraged.
If you have a disability, require any additional support or have any questions regarding the role, please contact us. We make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. Disabled candidates who meet all the essential person specification criteria will be offered an interview. Therefore, please do ensure you tick the relevant box on the application form and clearly indicate in your application/covering letter if you consider yourself to meet the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 / Disability Discrimination Act 1995.
We are currently operating mostly digital recruitment (including interviews via video conferencing). We have moved to a hybrid working model of a minimum of 2 days per week in the office and the rest working from home.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Our vision is good mental health for all.
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Do you want to provide critical systems and logistical support for our growing and ambitious education charity? The Finance and Operations Coordinator is responsible for managing our day-to-day financial systems, overseeing the running of our database and website, and providing administrative support for the general running of the organisation, including project managing our community and fundraising events. You will provide support to the Executive Director and other members of the team to ensure the smooth running of Teach for Tomorrow.
We are a small and passionate team that work on a hybrid model: your place of work should be within easy commuting distance from either London, Manchester, Coventry or Grantham.
Your Key Duties and Accountabilities
Finance Administration
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Place, track and process orders, invoices, expenses and financial transactions
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Maintain Quickbooks with all transactions, provide reports as required and maintain the interface between CiviCRM and Quickbooks
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Set up payments for authorisation in the bank account as required
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Generate contracts as required
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Maintain relationships with suppliers, venues and partners
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Manage the interface with the company pension provider and pensions regulator, making payments as required and ensuring all statutory obligations are met
Database, Website and Knowledge Management
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Maintain the organisation database and provide reports and information as required by team members
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Ensure that the website is up-to-date and upload new resources, information and news stories as required
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Monitor analytics relating to website and support the management of Search Engine Optimisation
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Ensure that the knowledge management system and processes are maintained, including website and database change logs
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Maintain the relationship with the website and database provider/sand ensure that the monthly retainer is monitored and reviewed
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Liaise with the Data Protection Officer to ensure that all statutory requirements are met in relation to data protection and UK GDPR
Operational Coordination and Administration
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Manage external vendor relationships, in particular - but not exclusively - website and database providers, HR and Health and Safety providers, Safeguarding support, IT support services, Accountant and Auditors, and memberships of organisations such as the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO)
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Maintain filing systems online and in hard copy (where required)
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Maintain policies and procedure documents, ensuring updates are made as required and updates are provided for reporting to board
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Be first point of contact for general enquiries and monitor all general communication channels
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Provide general administration support as required
Events
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Work with the Chief Executive and other staff to ensure successful planning and execution of fundraising, cultivation, and stewardship events and all related activities. Responsibilities include: managing invitation process, tracking registrations and gifts, running and circulating reports
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Provide logistical support of the events on the day
Perform other related duties as required by position.
There will be an occasional requirement to work outside normal hours to support evening events – with a late start and late finish – but if this is expected, advance notice will be given.
Your Core Competencies - Essential
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Competency with technology, including Microsoft, Google and other software/tools (E)
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Specific experience of either working with a database (CiviCRM or similar) OR a finance management system (Quickbooks or similar) (E)
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Strong relationship-building skills and an ability to maintain relationships over time (E)
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Effective communication skills - in writing and orally (E)
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Ability to manage time and multiple tasks (E)
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Well-organised and detail-oriented (E)
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Ability to resolve most issues and tasks independently, escalating complex situations (E)
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Maintain a high level of confidentiality due to the nature of work (E)
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Commitment to the purpose of Teach for Tomorrow (E)
Your Knowledge, Education and Experience - Desireable
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Project management skills and experience (D)
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Specific experience of either working with both CiviCRM and Quickbooks (D)
Your Specialised Certifications
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None
Your Primary Contacts
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Interacts broadly with all staff and significant interactions outside the charity including customers, vendors, consultants, and others
Your People Management
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No direct people management responsibilities
Your Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Database and Website are maintained and managed well
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Finance processes are followed and maintained
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Vendor relationships are well managed
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Policies and procedures, administration systems and knowledge management systems are up-to-date and well managed
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Event logistics are managed well
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Works in line with the organisational values
Why work at Teach for Tomorrow?
Our purpose is to create a better world - one classroom at a time. We believe in the power and potential of educators to inspire and transform the lives of young people by unlocking new levels of understanding, awareness and community mindedness so they are equipped to create a better future for everyone.
Having recently rebranded from Facing History and Ourselves UK, we are focused on driving growth and giving as many schools and teachers as possible the tools and content to empower their students to become engaged citizens whilst also excelling in their academic performance. We will be developing new ways to extend our reach and scale our work. The coordinator role will be key to the smooth running and success of our organisation, supporting the operational, financial and community-building efforts that underpin our work.
Employees receive 24 days of paid annual leave and all bank holidays. We provide up to a 5% match on pension contributions and there is an Employee Support Scheme in place.
Teach for Tomorrow is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proudly values diversity. Based on the current profile of our workforce and our commitment to being a diverse and inclusive workplace, which we believe makes an organisation more effective, we particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, people living with a disability and people from the LGBTQ+ community. All applications will be assessed based on the candidate’s skills and abilities in relation to the person specification.
Teach for Tomorrow is committed to processing your personal data fairly, lawfully and transparently in line with GDPR 2016.
Teach for Tomorrow is a registered charity, number 1103592.
Please note, applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time.
Application Instructions
Please send a full CV (no more than 2 sides of A4) and a covering letter / supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) which outlines with clear examples how you meet the core competencies, skills and experience required. Please also complete the Equal Opportunities Form, which you will encounter as you click 'Apply Now'.
The closing date for applications is Monday 1 June at 10am. We reserve the right to close applications for this role early, so we encourage candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.
Interviews are currently scheduled for Wednesday 10 June. If you are unavailable on this date, please let us know. This will not affect your selection. If shortlisted, we will offer an alternative date.
If you would like to have an informal conversation before applying, please get in touch via the Contact Page on our website or with the email in the attached pack and someone will contact you to set up a call.
Please send a full CV (no more than 2 sides of A4) and a covering letter / supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) which outlines with clear examples how you meet the core competencies, skills and experience required. Please also complete the Equal Opportunities Form, which you will encounter as you click 'Apply Now'.
Closing date for applications is Monday 1 June at 10am. We reserve the right to close applications for this role early, so encourage candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.
Interviews are currently scheduled for Wednesday 10 June. If you are unavailable on this date, please let us know. This will not affect your selection. If shortlisted, we will offer an alternative date.
Our purpose is to create a better world - one classroom at a time.



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Are you an experienced accountant who is passionate about dogs?
We’re searching for a Financial Accounting Manager to take the lead on all things accounting: from ongoing accuracy on the general ledger to year-end accounts.
What does this role do?
As Financial Accounting Manager, you will:
- Be responsible for end-of-year accounts, working closely with colleagues and auditors to ensure all accounts are completed accurately and compliance is maintained,
- Maintain ongoing accuracy in the general ledger for UK entities, reviewing transactions and control accounts to identify and rectify errors,
- Ensure tax compliance, from reviewing returns to ensuring compliance in line with changes to tax legislation and guidance,
- Manage and coach the Assistant Financial Accountants, providing strong leadership, performance management and professional development,
Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for 1st June 2026, and will take place on Teams. This role is available as a fixed term, family leave cover until August 2027.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll need to be a fully qualified accountant who has been responsible for managing the year-end process in a large group, who understands complex VAT environments and maintaining an accounting system. You’ll work pro-actively and flexibly to meet multiple competing deadlines, while leading and coaching a small team. You’ll be an excellent communicator, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across the charity and communicate complex financial information to non-financial colleagues. A commitment to the work we do is essential.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Role purpose
The Head of Finance is a key member of the Charity’s senior management team, working closely with the chief executive, directors, and trustees. The head of finance will lead the day-to-day financial operations of the Charity, including budgeting, reporting, audit, payroll, and pensions. Managing the finance manager and management accountant, the Head of Finance will ensure the effective running of the finance department and smooth day-to-day processes. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will be a key advisor on strategic financial decisions, balancing meticulous operational control with strategic planning.
As the Head of Finance, you will:
- Proactively contribute to the development and delivery of the Charity’s strategy through developing long-term financial planning to underpin our objectives.
- Act as senior finance business partner to the senior leadership team, supporting strategic and operational decision-making.
- Lead on the annual audit and production of statutory accounts, ensuring effective management of the audit process.
- Support the rest of the Charity team to become financially informed and comfortable understanding financial performance, control, and accountability.
Main responsibilities
Financial controls, reporting, and operational finance
- Lead the finance function of the Charity, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial management and reporting.
- Ensure that appropriately robust internal financial and operational controls are in place.
- Ensure that our unrestricted and restricted funds and accounting records are maintained in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and best practice.
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly management accounts and other reports are produced by the finance team and distributed to members of the senior management team, encouraging ownership of departmental budgets.
- Manage and oversee accounts receivable and payable, ensuring strong cash management.
- Ensure all banking facilities, financial systems, and internal processes function to a high standard and enable the Charity to carry out its transactional and operational financial functions.
- Lead financial risk identification and mitigation, working closely with the chief executive and leadership team, and reporting to the board of trustees.
Financial administration and governance
- Manage the production of statutory accounts in line with the Charity SORP and lead the annual external audit process.
- Oversee our tax affairs, including PAYE, national insurance, corporation tax, VAT, and gift aid.
- Responsible for our payroll and pensions functions.
- Maintain and continuously improve financial policies, procedures, and controls, working closely with the fundraising and operations teams to ensure organisational efficiency.
- Identify and escalate financial risks to the chief executive and board
- Line manage and support the management accountant and finance manager, ensuring professional development and high-quality output.
Person specification
Knowledge and experience
We are looking for candidates with demonstrable strategic financial leadership spanning organisational planning, budgeting, risk, and reporting. You will have:
- You must be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, OR CIMA)
- Excellent knowledge of charity financial management, SORP, and audit is essential.
- Experience of effective budget setting and implementing controls and processes to manage and monitoring budgets
- Firm understanding of risk management
- Experience of improving policies and processes in comparable organisations
- Success in delivering increased cost effectiveness
- Evidence of building financial impact and performance metrics and reporting
- Understanding of the requirements of legislation, Charity Commission and professional body guidance on a being a well-run and financially accountable Charity
- Considerable experience of management and development of staff
Skills, abilities, and behaviours
- A strategic thinker with the ability to see the bigger picture and make decisions in line with the charity’s needs as part of a team
- Strong change management skills with experience of managing teams through change
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret and communicate financial information to a non-specialist audience
- Strong organisational development skills, able to identify and act on opportunities to drive performance in business
- Experience of the charity or not-for-profit environment (this could be gained as a trustee) preferably with some understanding of charity funding and investment management
- Collaborative working style with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Resilient with a flexible, creative and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving
We are a leading healthcare charity dedicated to enhancing patient care and experience at University Hospital Southampton
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Who we are, what we do
Father Hudson’s Caritas (FHC) is a social and community care charity working across the Catholic Archdiocese of Birmingham. For over 124 years we have responded to need, helping people to lead fulfilled lives through our range of services and partnerships. Our work is rooted in a Catholic ethos and we welcome and support people of all faiths and none. As an organisation we have continued to adapt our services to the changing needs of those who are most vulnerable; it is an exciting time to join our organisation as we deliver our new 3-year strategy.
The Role
As our Head of Finance, you will be a key member of FHC’s Senior Management Team, providing strategic and operational leadership across finance and the wider resources portfolio (Finance, IT, Estates and Facilities). Working closely with the CEO and Trustees, you will ensure strong financial planning, robust controls, clear reporting and regulatory compliance.
As part of this senior role you will line manage the Finance, IT and Facilities Manager. We’re looking for a values-led leader who will model FHC’s organisational values, including compassion, respect, collaboration and excellence.
What we are looking for
You will be CCAB qualified and bring senior-level financial leadership experience with the ability to operate confidently in a complex, mission-driven social care environment. We’re particularly keen to hear from candidates who can combine strong technical skills, a thirst for digital transformation and effective use of resources, alongside collaborative, person-centred leadership.
Location
The role is based at our modern, purpose-built Head Office in Coleshill – St George’s House, Gerards Way, Coleshill, B46 3FG.
Closing Date: Monday 1st June 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 11th June 2026
Our Mission is to respond to need, helping all people to lead fulfilled lives through our range of services and partnershi



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Senior Finance Manager
Suzy Lamplugh Trust
Location: Hybrid (40% office-based London Vauxhall)
Hours: Full-time (35 hours)
Term: Permanent
Salary: £42,654
Start:: ASAP
As the Suzy Lamplugh Trust approaches its 40th anniversary year, we are entering an exciting period of growth, development and transformation. We are looking for an experienced, proactive and commercially aware Senior Finance Manager to strengthen our finance function and help support the next phase of the organisation’s journey.
About the role
This is a pivotal role within the Trust. You will work closely with senior leadership to provide high-quality management information and financial oversight that supports informed decision-making across the organisation.
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day finance operations of the Trust and play a central role in the production of high-quality management information that supports strategic and operational decision-making.
The Trust operates across both charitable and commercial income streams, including consultancy and training services, therefore experience across both charity finance and corporate/commercial finance environments is highly desirable.
This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, whilst improving systems and processes that support both, charity-funded and commercial activity.
The Senior Finance Manager will lead the operational management of the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, effective reporting and efficient day-to-day financial operations across the organisation.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, HR and Governance, the role has significant responsibility for:
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Management accounts and reporting
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Budgeting and forecasting
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Cashflow oversight
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Audit and compliance
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Payroll oversight
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Financial controls and process improvement
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Commercial and operational financial analysis
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Management of the finance team
Additional information
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This is not a senior leadership role and the successful candidate will report to the Director of Finance, HR and Governance.
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This role is hybrid; however, full-time attendance at our London office will be required during the first three months to support induction and integration into the organisation.
To reduce the risk and prevalence of abuse, aggression and violence - with a specific focus on stalking and harassment
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The Follicular Lymphoma Foundation (FLF) is partnering with Robertson Bell on a retained basis to appoint a Head of Finance on a permanent basis. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity within an ambitious, globally focused organisation working to accelerate a cure for follicular lymphoma - and to do it fast.
Founded in 2019, FLF is the first charity in the world dedicated solely to curing follicular lymphoma, an incurable blood cancer affecting more than 1.5 million people globally. Operating across the UK, US and Israel, FLF brings together researchers, clinicians, patients, pharmaceutical partners and funders to drive innovation and breakthrough research.
Reporting directly to the Global CEO and working closely with Trustees, Board Members and senior stakeholders, the Head of Finance will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, strengthening operational maturity and supporting international growth.
The role:
• Lead the development of FLF’s long-term financial strategy, supporting growth and international expansion.
• Partner with the Global CEO, Trustees and leadership team, providing financial insight to support decision-making, programme investment and fundraising activity.
• Oversee financial management across multiple international entities, ensuring robust controls, governance and compliance.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and scenario modelling processes.
• Support grant funding, restricted income management and pharma partnership activity.
• Oversee management accounts, statutory reporting, audits and regulatory submissions across UK and US operations.
• Drive improvements in systems, reporting and operational efficiency.
• Provide leadership and development support to the Finance and Operations Officer.
• Act as a trusted advisor across the organisation, balancing strategic leadership with hands-on delivery.
• Present financial information clearly to Boards and non-finance stakeholders.
The organisation:
FLF combines the pace and agility of a scaling start-up with the credibility and reach of an internationally connected research organisation. With income and organisational complexity expected to grow significantly, this is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-driven organisation at a transformative stage.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative leadership team committed to delivering meaningful impact for patients worldwide. FLF offers flexible hybrid working, genuine work-life balance, professional development opportunities, private medical insurance, life insurance, pension contributions and 25 days annual leave.
Essential criteria:
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience.
• Experience in a senior finance leadership role within a charity environment.
• Strong experience managing reporting, budgeting and forecasting within a growing organisation.
• Experience operating across complex stakeholder environments, with the confidence to influence senior leaders and Boards.
• Strong understanding of governance, controls, compliance and risk management.
• Hands-on and adaptable approach, comfortable operating strategically while remaining close to operational detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience across multiple entities, funding streams or international operations would be advantageous.
If you are a strategic and hands-on finance leader looking to play a meaningful role within a high-growth charitable organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Apply before 14th June to be considered.
This role is based in London with an expectation of 2 days per week in the office on Finchley Road.
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As Head of Finance, you will be a member of the Executive Team, supporting the Chief Executive with the overall direction and long-term financial viability of the Charity. You will be accountable for developing and implementing the organisation’s financial strategy, delivering effective financial planning, monitoring and reporting, and maintaining sound financial and risk management systems.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide sound financial advice to the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees and senior managers to support effective leadership and management of the Charity
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, cash flow management and resource allocation, ensuring strong processes for performance monitoring at all levels
- Establish and oversee financial reporting systems, monitoring key performance indicators and delivering management information to the Board
- Take responsibility for compliance with accounting, tax and regulatory requirements, ensuring internal financial systems and controls are robust and scalable
- Undertake the role of Company Secretary, ensuring all statutory and regulatory governance obligations are met
- Lead procurement of systems, products and services, driving cost savings and value for money in line with the Charity Governance Code
- Oversee relationships with banks, auditors, payroll providers, insurers and charity finance specialists, ensuring the Charity manages its assets effectively
- Ensure appropriate risk management techniques and financial controls are embedded at strategic and operational levels
About you:
This role will suit a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with senior-level finance leadership experience in a charity or not-for-profit organisation of comparable scale. You will bring strong technical knowledge of Charity SORP, charity law and financial governance, a collaborative leadership style, and the confidence to operate with minimum direction in a small Executive Team. Experience of company secretarial duties and charity governance is essential.
Benefits:
- Private medical insurance provided through Bupa after 1 years’ service
- Continuous training and professional development opportunities
- Staff wellbeing events throughout the year
- Team building days
- Employee Assistance Programme - this is a scheme run by Dudley Lodge for its employees. It enables staff to gain access to qualified advisors for a wide range of services day or night.
- Cash plan - After 1 year’s continuous employment, you can opt for free cover under this Cash Plan policy.
- A pension scheme with Standard Life, Dudley Lodge contributes 5% towards your pension, also matching additional employee contributions up to 7.5%. The company will increase its contribution to 10% after an employee has reached their 10 years’ service, on condition employees contribute the same.
- Life Assurance - Group Life Assurance Policy with Unun Life. Life. The scheme provides a tax-free benefit to all permanent employees, paying a lump sum amount of 2 x salary in the event of death in service.
- Free tea, coffee, water and fruit for all staff
- Enhanced holidays:
- 27 days plus 8 bank holidays - up to 5 years continuous employment
- 34 days plus 8 bank holidays - over 5 years continuous employment
- Flu Vaccine: For Staff that do not qualify for the flu vaccine through the NHS
- Bike (Cycle) Scheme: Staff can purchase a bike (max, £1000 or 50% of monthly contractual salary). The employee cycle loan request form should be completed for validation.
- Long Service Awards: We value our staff and to show recognition we offer long service awards.
Our Commitment Statement
Our expectation of all staff is to demonstrate kindness, empathy, and fairness to all.
Dudley Lodge strive to provide an inclusive working environment and experience, where employees can bring their best, and authentic self to work. Where difference is recognised, respected, valued, and celebrated.
Our approach to inclusion and diversity is rooted in listening, learning and acting. This includes conducting ongoing listening forums across the company, the implementation of Inclusion & Diversity talking/support groups, workshops and training, good quality supervision, surveys and collaborative working parties. All with the core aim to receive honest feedback, reflect and continuously strive to be the best that we can be.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Dudley Lodge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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Where Next is a well-established charity supporting adults with learning disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives. We are looking for a capable and reliable Finance Officer to lead our day-to-day financial operations and support the organisation as we continue to grow.
The Role
This is a hands-on role with responsibility for the smooth running of all core finance functions, including:
- Payroll, pensions, and statutory returns
- Purchase and sales ledger (including varied client income streams)
- Bank reconciliations and cashflow management
- VAT returns (including partial exemption) and Gift Aid
- Monthly management accounts and reporting
You will be the go-to person for finance, working closely with the CEO and senior team to ensure strong financial control and provide clear, practical financial information.
About You
You will:
- Have solid experience in a finance or bookkeeping role
- Be confident managing end-to-end finance processes
- Be highly organised, accurate, and reliable
- Be comfortable working independently and taking ownership
- Ideally have experience with Xero, payroll, and VAT
Experience in the charity sector or working with restricted funding is a bonus, but not essential.
Why Join Where Next?
- Flexible working – part-time or full-time considered
- Hybrid working available
- A varied role with real responsibility
- Opportunity to grow into broader financial and organisational responsibilities
- A supportive, values-driven organisation where your work has real impact
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If you’re looking for a role where you can combine strong finance skills with meaningful work, we’d love to hear from you.
We are open to shaping the scope of this role around the successful candidate, depending on experience and working pattern.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Dog Aid Scotland
Dog Aid Scotland is celebrating its 70th anniversary of creating and protecting loving homes across Scotland. The charity helps keep dogs with their owners whenever possible and when that’s not possible, we find dogs new homes, giving them hope for a future.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a long standing charity entering a period of growth and investment with a focus on helping many more dogs and their owners. The charity will look to increase the scale of its work, significantly increasing awareness of the importance and impact of Dog Aid Scotland while ensuring financial sustainability through fundraising and income diversification.
The Role
The Finance Manager will have responsibility for and oversight of the financial management within Dog Aid Scotland, reporting directly to the Chief Executive. This will include day to day financial functions across the charity, working closely across the small but dedicated team, to ensure the organisation operates effectively and sustainably. The role will support the charities strategic objectives including long term financial sustainability and ensuring compliance with charity governance standards.
This is a part time role working as part of a small, dedicated team who aim to create happy homes for dogs across Scotland. Although it will be expected to be in the office each week, some hybrid working will be available.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic finance and business leadership, responsible for all of charities accounts and financial processes
- Financial planning and budgeting, including putting together budgets, producing forecasts and management accounts
- Working closely with CEO on long term financial planning that aligns and enables wider charity strategy
- Compliance, systems and controls, including oversight of Xero accounting system and ensuring compliance with charity financial regulations
For more information and how to apply please see Job Pack
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
£41,983 per annum pro rata rising incrementally annually to grade 6.3 £43,406, plus pro rata London weighting of £4,973
Hours
28 hours per week (happy to talk flexible working).
Location:
Congress House, London. We have a flexible working policy with most staff expected to work from the office for a minimum of 50% of working hours.
Our client is looking for an Accounts Payable Finance Support Officer to join its busy finance team.
In this role, you’ll work as part of the wider finance team to ensure we pay our suppliers on time and that these payments are accurately reconciled. The role will involve daily use of our finance software packages Business Central and Continia to maintain the purchase ledger, and you’ll be the first point of contact with finance to ensure we are delivering a great service for the TUC.
You’ll be based in our clients finance team and primarily working closely with colleagues in accounts payable. You’ll also work with the management accounts team to ensure our payments are coded to the correct budgets.
What experience, skills, knowledge and understanding do you need?
- You will be AAT qualified, or have the experience to demonstrate the ability to achieve the qualification
- You’ll understand accounting concepts and enjoy problem solving and improving processes
- You’ll be confident with IT systems, both those you are familiar with and those that are new
- You’ll have excellent communication skills and be comfortable resolving queries for colleagues and suppliers alike.
We welcome applications from any candidate but are particularly keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented at this grade.
The closing date for completed applications for this post is 12 noon, Friday 29 May 2026. Interviews are scheduled for 18 June 2026.
Our client removes candidate names and institutions attended from all applications before shortlisting.
Please note - this post will be subject to employment screening including a DBS check.
- 14 hours per week (part time)
- £ 32,854 (pro rata)
- Remote
Job Summary
Rape Crisis England & Wales is the feminist charity working to end child sexual abuse, rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment and all other forms of sexual violence.
We are looking for a Finance Officer who can work in a fast paced and demanding role to support the organisation. A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial. This role is responsible for ensuring that all financial matters are handled responsibly and involves processing transactions and journals, supporting month-end close, preparing financial reports for team members, and checking financial transactions for corrections and coding errors.
You will support payment runs on a bi-weekly basis and assist with payroll preparation, working closely with the Freelance Finance Manager and colleagues across the organisation.
This role follows a remote working arrangement, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer/Head of Operations and will involve working with colleagues across the organisation on the following tasks
Key Responsibilities:
· Maintain books of prime entry, to include managing receipts and invoices and associated financial records, files and supporting documentation.
· Process accounts payable end-to-end, ensuring accurate and timely payment of all authorised expenditure (bi-weekly payment runs).
· Prepare sales invoices as required and support credit control to ensure debtors pay promptly.
· Maintain an accurate and up-to-date nominal ledger, ensuring correct coding and prompt correction of errors.
· Reconcile key control accounts regularly (including bank, salaries, PAYE), maintaining clear working papers, analysis and audit trail.
· Reconcile senior managers’ expenses monthly, ensuring compliance with internal processes.
· Prepare payroll information and monthly payroll for review and sign-off by the Freelance Finance Manager/authorised approver and set payroll payments up on the banking system.
· Prepare month-end journals (including prepayments and payroll journals) and support the month-end close process.
· Run transaction and finance reports for colleagues, supporting analysis and helping resolve errors and queries.
· Work with the Freelance Finance Manager to support the production and monitoring of annual budgets and forecasts, monthly management accounts and year-end statutory accounts, providing information and analysis as required.
· Work closely with staff across Rape Crisis England & Wales, providing day-to-day finance support, advice and information as appropriate, and escalating issues to the Freelance Finance Manager and/or COO/Head of Operations when needed.
· Provide cover and support for the Finance Manager function as required, in line with agreed responsibilities and capacity.
· Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role.
Person Specification:
· Experience as bookkeeper or Finance Assistant for a charity or company
· Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and demonstrable experience of working within a fast-paced environment
· Experience and understanding of production of month-end management accounts and associated month-end processes and annual statutory accounts
· Highly proficient computer skills including in-depth knowledge of Excel and major Microsoft programs
· Proficiency in Xero accounting package
· Accuracy and attention to detail
· Ability to work autonomously and meet agreed standards and targets
· Proactive approach to
· Experience of assisting the annual finance audit process
· Commitment to the aims and objectives of Rape Crisis England and Wales
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with Maudsley Charity to recruit a Finance Officer. This is a strong opportunity for a part-qualified or early-career finance professional looking to gain broad exposure across financial accounting, reporting and business partnering within a purpose-driven organisation.
As Maudsley Charity continues to invest in innovative projects that improve mental health care for those who need it most, they are entering an exciting phase of growth and operational development.
To support this, they are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Officer to play a key role in strengthening financial processes, supporting robust reporting, and enabling effective stewardship of funds. Working closely with the Finance Lead, this role will help ensure the organisation’s finances are managed with accuracy, integrity and insight, supporting informed decision-making and maximising the impact of every pound invested.
Location: London, UK (hybrid working)
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
Contract: Full time, permanent
About the role
A varied, hands-on position within a small, collaborative Finance team. You’ll support day-to-day finance operations while contributing to reporting, budgeting and project work.
Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining accurate financial records and processing transactions
- Managing invoices, payments, and bank reconciliations
- Supporting monthly management accounts and reporting
- Assisting with budgets, forecasts and grant due diligence
- Contributing to audit preparation and fund monitoring
- Improving processes and supporting finance queries across the organisation
About you
- Part-qualified (AAT or studying ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or equivalent experience
- Background in a finance or accounts role
- Strong Excel and systems skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Proactive, organised and keen to develop
This role would suit someone looking to step into a broader finance position with real variety and progression.
Closing date: 18th of May
interviews: Week commencing 1st of June (likely 4th of June)
Join our ‘Ask Us Anything’ webinar on Wednesday 13th of May at 12pm – 1pm. Link can be found in the information pack page 8.
Harris Hill is a certified B Corp™ and leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality or other protected characteristics.