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We are the UK branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (known as CPA UK). We are based in the Houses of Parliament and represent the UK Parliament in the Commonwealth. We bring together parliamentarians to share good practice. We strengthen parliamentary democracy.
Peer to peer learning is central to how CPA UK works. We organise meetings and visits in the UK and overseas. Our aim is for UK and Commonwealth parliamentarians and officials to share knowledge and learn from each other. Our members talk about a huge variety of topics. Our key themes are eliminating violence against women and girls, tackling climate change, trade in the Commonwealth and digital transformation.
The Finance Manager is responsible for the overall management and delivery of the finance function for CPA UK. You will be responsible for financial modelling and analysis, management of finance data and preparation of the accounts in readiness for the annual external audit. You will ensure that internal finance policies are fit for purpose and that internal financial controls are applied. This includes providing guidance and support to colleagues regarding business decisions.
The Finance Manager will operate as a proactive Finance Business Partner, working closely with managers and senior leaders to provide financial insight, constructive challenge and support overcoming difficulties and answering questions. The postholder will help inform decision-making, problem-solve, improve organisational performance and ensure resources are used effectively to achieve the organisation's objectives.
The role provides a compliance function in filing accounts and recording our Executive Committee’s membership correctly with Companies House and The Charity Commission.
The finance team consists of the Finance Manager and a Finance Officer. The Finance Manager reports to the Deputy Chief Executive who is Head of the Business Strategy Team in which the role sits. CPA UK’s annual turnover is around £3M.
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- Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Salary: £32,515
- Contract period: Permanent
- Start date: As soon as possible
Fauna & Flora is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Programme Finance Officer to provide administrative support to the Americas & Caribbean Programme (A&C), and to ensure the timeliness, quality and effectiveness of its financial management, assisting the Americas & Caribbean team to produce, manage and report against programme and project budgets and to strengthen fundraising and administration of projects.
You will have proven experience in a similar finance and administration role. Your excellent budgeting and financial analysis skills will enable you to support Programme Managers and the Finance Business Partner in solving finance problems and ensuring up to date and accurate financial reports. You will have excellent organisational and administrative skills and be a strong team player. You will enjoy working in a dynamic environment where the ability to respond swiftly to changing organisational and team needs is paramount. Your excellent interpersonal skills will enable you to build positive organisational relationships. Fluency in English and Spanish are essential.
In return, we offer the opportunity to work for a ground-breaking organisation at the forefront of global conservation, with generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance, life insurance and salary exchange schemes, including Cycle to Work Scheme.
Our offices are located in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, just a few minutes’ walk from glorious historic buildings and museums, the picturesque River Cam, the central market and shopping centre, and a host of cafés and restaurants.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.
Please visit our website and download the job application pack for further details on how to apply.
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 27 September 2026. Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing 12 October 2026.
Fauna & Flora is a nature conservation charity protecting the diversity of life on Earth for the survival of species and habitats and the planet


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We are seeking an experienced, commercially astute and forward-thinking Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership of the organisation's financial management, planning and governance. This is a pivotal executive leadership role responsible for ensuring financial sustainability, supporting organisational growth, driving operational excellence, and enabling the charity to maximise its impact.
The successful candidate will be a qualified finance professional (or qualified by experience) with extensive experience of financial leadership, budgeting, forecasting, financial control, and strategic planning. They will bring a proactive and innovative approach to financial management, identifying opportunities for organisational development, efficiency, improvement, and sustainable growth.
Ideally, candidates will have experience within the charity, not-for-profit or public sector environment and possess a strong understanding of charity accounting, governance and regulatory compliance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A little bit about the role
Contract: Full time, fixed term
Salary: £87,632.09 (incl London Office Allowance) plus competitive pension
Location: Hybrid- 2 days per week in London Office
The Culture and Operations Director (COD) ensures Frontline is a high-performing, well-governed charity with a strong culture of freedom and responsibility - a place people can do their best work to achieve Frontline’s mission.
They have strategic responsibility for charity-wide planning to ensure Frontline’s operational functions, effectively support teams to navigate challenges whilst maximising new opportunities. The successful candidate will join Frontline at a pivotal moment and play a key role in driving the next exciting step of our growth.
The COD will ensure high-quality operational support is available to all teams. Working closely with Frontline’s Leadership Group (Heads and Directors), to make sure that the appropriate and timely information, tools and guidance (e.g. HR, IT and finance) are available to managers and teams as needed. This includes working alongside other members of SLT, to:
- Confidently support Frontline through a period of growth and structural change
- Embody the culture of freedom and responsibility, leading by example, and implementing strategies which improve efficiency and quality
- Maintain Executive oversight of Frontline’s finances, working with Head of Finance and Finance Audit and Risk Committee (FARC) Chair to ensure budgeting and financial decision-making is robust and strategic, to support the ongoing stability of the charity
- Maintain clear communication across teams, ensuring a connected and informed workforce who collaborate effectively. Oversee the success of key events such as annual all-staff away days, monthly gatherings and leadership stocktakes
- Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders including Frontline trustees, partner organisations and the Department for Education (DfE)
- Effectively lead teams to maintain Frontline's strong track-record of meeting legal/regulatory requirements, to minimise risk to the charity
Key Responsibilities
The COD will lead teams delivering on operational priorities in line with freedom and responsibility, to ensure we remain high performing:
Change management:
- Lead the coordination and project-management of an organisation-wide restructure, ensuing the charity is well-positioned to deliver on contractual obligations whilst diversifying to further amplify our impact and that teams are kept well-informed and feed into structural changes
- Support Frontline teams to work collaboratively and deliver plans to broaden the scope of Frontline's work, extending activity beyond current areas of focus whilst maintaining a strong, shard commitment to Freedom and Responsibility.
- Develop and adhere to tracking and monitoring systems ensuring annual priorities remain on track to achieve Frontline's mission and long-term strategy.
People and Culture:
- Manage the Head of People to identify new and creative ways to further strengthen and embed our culture and grow personal accountability
- Support the Head of People to ensure excellent HR administration, support and use of data (e.g. staff turnover, sickness levels and performance reporting) to inform future planning and decision-making
- Ensure the team design and deliver high-quality staff induction and training which support staff to thrive (e.g. personal leadership, managing effectively and radical candour)
- Maintain awareness of trends and developing technologies to support efficiencies, e.g approaches to recruitment and support to managers.
Finance and Governance:
- Manage Head of Finance and Compliance to ensure sound budget management (£25m annually), financial controls and clear reporting mechanisms are in place
- Work with the Finance team to ensure FARC and the board have the necessary information and confidence in the financial leadership of Frontline.
Charity Quality and Efficiency:
- Manage and support IT and System leads across Frontline, ensuring they have the resources and compliance mechanisms to ensure robust systems are in place.
- Support Contract Governance teams to negotiate and implement significant government contracts, ensuring outcomes are achievable and effective governance and commercially sound contracts are in place.
To make life better for children at risk of harm, by improving the services that support them.



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Yellow Door is an amazing charity, changing lives for the better across Southampton and the wider Hampshire area. We support adults, families, young people and children affected by domestic and sexual abuse, providing specialist services that offer safety, support, recovery and hope. Our finance team plays a vital part in making that work possible, helping ensure our resources are well managed, our funding is properly recorded and our organisation remains financially strong and accountable.
This role will support the smooth running of our finance function by helping to process income, expenditure, payroll information, reconciliations, funder records and financial administration accurately and on time. It is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys detail, deadlines and practical problem-solving, and who wants their finance skills to contribute to meaningful work in the charity sector.
You will be experienced in finance administration, bookkeeping or a similar role, with strong attention to detail and confidence working with financial information, spreadsheets and finance systems. You will support purchase and sales ledger work, reconciliations, payment processes, payroll information, Gift Aid, month-end tasks and accurate record keeping. You will also be comfortable communicating with colleagues across the organisation, helping them follow finance processes and ensuring queries are dealt with clearly and professionally.
Yellow Door is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the appropriate recruitment checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are proud to be an inclusive place to work, where everyone can feel they belong and has something valuable to contribute. We warmly welcome applicants from all parts of our diverse community, particularly those from under-represented groups. Yellow Door works across Hampshire and is based near central Southampton.
Please note the closing date for this post is Wednesday 30th September 2026. We will keep the vacancy open until we have successfully appointed. Once your application has been reviewed, we will contact you to let you know if you have been shortlisted for interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Assistant Finance and Operations Manager is a new role for The Christie Charity (Charity) and a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to work for a fast moving, growing organisation. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to take ownership in the finance team for day-to-day transactional processing for The Christie Charity group. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop an understanding of charity and commercial finance. You will play a key role in supporting robust financial controls across the Charity group.
This is a hands-on role with responsibility for coordinating and overseeing day-to-day transactional activity undertaken by the Finance Officers, including purchase-to-pay, supplier payments, accounts receivable, banking, income reconciliation, corporate credit cards and other routine financial processes. The postholder will ensure work is completed accurately and within required timescales, review key reconciliations and outstanding items, and provide support and guidance to the Finance Officers where issues arise. They will remain actively involved in transactional processing where required, particularly in relation to more complex matters, periods of high workload and the transition of activities into the Charity.
The postholder will act as the first point of escalation for transactional matters which cannot be readily resolved by the Finance Officers and as a key point of contact for routine finance queries from external third parties. They will work closely with colleagues across the Charity to ensure financial processes operate effectively while maintaining appropriate controls and segregation of duties.
The Assistant Finance and Operations Manager will be an important day-to-day user of the Charity's finance and purchase-to-pay systems and will take a lead operational role in ensuring these systems are used consistently and effectively. The postholder will support Finance Officers and wider Charity colleagues with system and process queries, monitor compliance with agreed financial procedures and identify recurring issues or opportunities to improve processes. Working with the Charity Financial Controller and Funds and Finance Business Partner, they will contribute to the continued development of efficient, proportionate and well-controlled financial processes across the Charity group.
Additional information
Upon joining The Christie Charity, day-to-day financial transaction processing will continue to be delivered by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust during the initial months of the role, therefore, the postholder will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with their finance team to ensure seamless operations and continuity across the Charity group.
These functions are anticipated to transfer to the Charity group with the postholder taking ownership of these responsibilities within the first 3 months in role. The postholder will be expected to work autonomously to ensure the smooth transition of activities to the Charity.
This post would suit an individual who enjoys working in a dynamic, evolving environment, where responsibilities may shift in response to organisational priorities. The postholder must be comfortable navigating ambiguity, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
The postholder will also provide support to the team on an ad-hoc basis as required.
The postholder will complete a shift approximately every four to six weeks at the Charity’s hub in Withington to support charitable activity at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.
When submitting your application, please provide the following:
- A cover letter; and
- An up-to-date CV (up to two A4 pages) with evidence of accountancy qualification(s) and current membership of any relevant professional accountancy body or bodies if relevant. These can be uploaded as one PDF.
Please note that applications must include all of the documents listed above and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications that do not meet these guidelines may not be considered.
Interviews will be held all day on Monday 21 September 2026 and on Tuesday 22 September 2026. Applicants are strongly encouraged to keep these dates available where possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
his role provides essential day-to-day support across finance, HR administration and organisational operations, ensuring accurate transaction processing, efficient workflows and reliable coordination across departments.
The Finance and Operations Officer is responsible for day-to-day financial processing, HR administration and operational coordination. The role ensures accurate financial records, smooth administrative processes and effective support for staff across the Society. The postholder works closely with the Finance Manager to maintain strong financial controls, support compliance, and contribute to the efficient running of the organisation.
The Finance and Operations Officer liaises with all areas of the Society and helps provide reports and documentation to the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee and Council. They are line managed by the Finance Manager.
Main Responsibilities
Financial Processing
- Process purchase invoices, staff expenses, credit card transactions and supplier payments.
- Manage Society credit cards and bank accounts under the oversight of the Finance Manager.
- Deposit payments (sterling and dollars) and maintain accurate financial records.
- Prepare payment runs and upload payment files in line with dual authorisation procedures.
- Support monthly reconciliations (bank, Stripe, PayPal, Direct Debits, Standing Orders).
- Input financial data into Sage, including investment movements and dividends.
- Run routine financial reports and provide data to the Finance Manager as required.
HR Administration
- Manage timesheet collation, leave management updates and staff HR records.
- Support recruitment administration, onboarding documentation and induction scheduling.
- Maintain digital HR files and ensure compliance with HR policies and GDPR.
- Provide administrative support for outsourced payroll (data collation, timesheet checks, staff changes).
Operational Coordination
- Provide administrative support across finance and operations, including digital filing and workflow management.
- Coordinate suppliers, contracts and office operations.
- Maintain inventories of finance supplies, equipment and subscriptions.
- Support donor stewardship processes including donation acknowledgements.
- Assist with facilities-related tasks and liaise with contractors and service providers.
Month End and Reporting Support
- Prepare month end schedules and documentation for review by the Finance Manager.
- Run routine reports from Sage, S360 and CRM systems.
- Collate receipts and documentation for restricted fund reporting.
- Support project managers with financial documentation required for funder reports.
Systems and Data Management
- Maintain accurate data across S360, Sage and the fundraising CRM.
- Support digitisation initiatives and workflow automation.
- Assist with system improvements, testing and implementation of new digital tools.
- Ensure data integrity and compliance with GDPR requirements.
Customer Service and Internal Support
- Provide responsive support to staff across departments.
- Act as first point of contact for routine finance, HR and operational queries.
- Support internal communications relating to finance, HR and operations.General Responsibilities
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR and data protection legislation.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the values, mission and ethos of the Society.
- Contribute to ongoing improvement of financial, HR and operational systems.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the role and agreed with the Finance Manager.
General Responsibilities
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR and data protection legislation.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the values, mission and ethos of the Society.
- Contribute to ongoing improvement of financial, HR and operational systems.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the role and agreed with the Finance Manager.
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The Accounts Receivable Controller plays a key role in the financial management of the School, ensuring the accurate and timely billing, reconciliation, and collection of all tuition, transport, financial aid, after-school, and extracurricular fees. The role manages billing and collection processes for over 900 families and partner organisations, ensuring data accuracy, financial compliance, and an exceptional level of customer service.
This position supports approximately £50 million in annual tuition and related income and requires a detail-oriented, technology-savvy, and proactive professional capable of operating efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Billing and Data Management
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Manage end-to-end billing for tuition, transportation, financial aid, after-school programs, and all ancillary charges for the School and its subsidiary.
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Maintain accurate family and student billing records in the school’s finance and student information systems (Microsoft Dynamics Business Central).
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Collaborate with Admissions, and departmental administrators and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely updates to student and fee data.
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Generate, review, and distribute invoices within strict deadlines; ensure compliance with Accounting and VAT regulations as well as school policies and contractual obligations.
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Monitor and reconcile data between finance, admissions, and student databases to ensure billing integrity.
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Prepare and maintain accurate audit trails for all transactions.
Collections and Customer Relations
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Manage the collection of fees and ensure that payments are received in line with the School’s terms and conditions.
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Communicate effectively and empathetically with parents, companies, and sponsors regarding outstanding balances.
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Negotiate payment plans where appropriate, maintaining professionalism and discretion when dealing with sensitive personal circumstances.
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Work collaboratively with the Finance Manager and Director of Finance & Operations to review overdue accounts and agree on next steps.
Reconciliation and Reporting
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Perform regular reconciliations between the fees ledger, bank accounts, and other sub-ledgers.
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Analyse billing and cash flow trends; prepare reports for management, auditors, and the Board as required.
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Produce insightful analytical reports on billing to assist in long-term financial planning.
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Support external audits and provide all necessary documentation related to fees and revenue.
Systems, Innovation, and Process Improvement
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Utilise financial systems effectively; identify opportunities to improve automation, reporting accuracy, and user experience.
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Contribute to digital transformation initiatives such as online payment platforms, automated invoicing, and data analytics tools.
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Ensure compliance with relevant UK financial, consumer, and data protection legislation, including GDPR, Consumer Credit Act, and HMRC guidelines.
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Maintain awareness of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations and apply appropriate due diligence when processing and verifying payments from individuals and organisations.
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Identify and escalate potential compliance or irregular payment concerns to the Director of Finance & Operations.
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Develop and document best practices and standard operating procedures to ensure efficiency and consistency.
Teamwork and Collaboration
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Work closely with colleagues across Finance, Admissions, Operations, and Academic departments.
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Provide support and training to other team members on billing processes and systems.
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Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and customer service.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
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A professional qualification in the accounting and finance field or equivalent.
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Substantive experience in an accounting, billing, or accounts receivable role.
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Proficiency with financial management systems (e.g. Business Central, iSAMS, Sage, or similar).
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Advanced Excel and data reconciliation skills.
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Strong understanding of financial controls and internal audit practices.
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Awareness of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) principles and responsibilities.
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Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
Desirable
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Experience in the education sector, particularly within an international or independent school.
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Familiarity with financial aid administration, bursaries, or corporate billing.
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Experience managing large account portfolios (500+ customers).
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Knowledge of UK accounting standards and charity finance compliance.
Key Competencies and Attributes
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Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Ensures precision and reliability across all financial processes.
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Technological Proficiency: Experienced with finance software, databases, and advanced Excel functions.
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Analytical Thinking: Able to interpret and reconcile complex financial data.
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Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, with diplomacy and cultural sensitivity.
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Deadline Management: Works efficiently under pressure, meeting strict billing and reporting deadlines.
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Compliance Awareness: Understands financial, AML, and data protection responsibilities.
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Team Player: Collaborative, supportive, and approachable.
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Initiative and Innovation: Continuously looks for ways to improve processes and customer experience.
Help us make a bigger difference to families
Home-Start Barnet, Brent & Harrow supports families with young children through challenging times. We are looking for an experienced and organised Finance & Business Manager to ensure our charity’s finances and core business functions run smoothly.
This is a varied, hands-on role within a friendly and committed team. You will lead our day-to-day financial management while overseeing governance administration, HR processes, contracts and organisational systems.
What you’ll do
You will:
- Produce management accounts, budgets, forecasts and financial reports.
- Monitor income, expenditure and cash flow.
- Oversee QuickBooks and the work of our Finance Administrator.
- Provide financial information for funders, the CEO and Trustees.
- Coordinate governance, compliance and risk-management processes.
- Oversee routine HR administration and work with our external HR advisers.
- Manage key suppliers, contracts, insurance and IT support.
- Line manage the Finance Administrator and work closely with the Office Administrator.
- Improve systems and help the charity work more efficiently.
About you
You will have:
- Strong charity finance or business-management experience.
- Practical experience of using QuickBooks and producing management reports.
- A relevant finance qualification, such as AAT Level 3 or 4, or equivalent practical experience.
- A good understanding of budgets, financial controls and reconciliations.
- Experience of governance, HR administration, contracts or office systems.
- Experience of supervising or managing staff.
- Excellent organisation, accuracy and attention to detail.
- The confidence to take ownership, work independently and communicate clearly.
You will be practical, approachable and comfortable working across different areas in a small charity. You will enjoy improving systems, solving problems and helping colleagues do their jobs effectively.
The role is office based and requires someone who can stay focussed and productive, working around a busy team
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Officer
Salary: £25,985 per annum FTE (£20,788 per annum actual for 30 hours per week)
Contract: 12 Month Fixed-Term
Work Pattern: Part Time, 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: WWT Slimbridge GL2. We can offer the opportunity for hybrid working (with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office).
About The Role
Do you have a strong knowledge of transactional finance? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you enthusiastic about wetlands and wildlife?
WWT is looking for an experienced Finance Officer to join our Transactional Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial controls, reporting deadlines and charity finance systems within a supportive and collaborative environment.
As a key member of the team, you will help maintain an efficient and effective Accounts Payable and Receivable function across WWT. You'll work closely with colleagues across the organisation to ensure financial procedures are understood and followed, support the delivery of KPI reporting, and help us manage resources responsibly so we can focus on restoring wetlands for wildlife, people and the planet.
Key responsibilities:
- Accurately process invoices, expenses, credit card transactions, payments and refunds.
- Resolve transactional finance queries from colleagues, customers and suppliers.
- Maintain the purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Support robust financial controls and compliance with organisational procedures.
- Assist with month-end and year-end processes, reconciliations and audit requirements.
- Contribute to KPI reporting and continuous improvement of finance processes.
About You
We're looking for someone with:
- Experience in accounts payable and receivable, including AP automation and P2P systems
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
This role supports WWT's Thrive ambition to become a more sustainable, effective and resilient organisation by strengthening our financial processes and controls across the charity.
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you’ll love working at WWT
- Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people
- 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
- Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones
- Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from our Employee Assistance Programme
Additional Information
- The position is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract for 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based at Slimbridge.
- We can offer the opportunity for hybrid working (with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office).
Join us and use your finance skills to help create a world where wetlands thrive.
Closing Date: Sunday 20th September 2026
N.B. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications from candidates who meet the required skills and experience. We therefore encourage early applications.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
No agencies please.
Restore Wetlands and Unlock their Power



We are seeking a proactive, forward-thinking, part-qualified or qualified accountant to lead the development of an efficient, AI-assisted finance function for the charity. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be part of Home-Start Southwark and Lewisham's senior leadership team, in the only finance-focussed role within the team, taking ownership of the organisation's financial systems, reporting, and compliance — and critically, you will have the opportunity to strategically shape how finance operates over the next 6–12 months.
This is a growth opportunity for someone who has an interest and belief in our work supporting local families and combines strong technical finance skills with curiosity about technology, a willingness to challenge existing ways of working, and the confidence to work at Board level. You will implement cloud-based accounting with AI-enabled features, design meaningful management reporting, and ensure the charity is fully compliant with SORP 2026 and Charity Commission requirements — all while keeping the CEO's time focused on leading the organisation, not managing the books.
Why this role matters now
This is not a maintenance role. We are looking for someone who wants to build something — to design and embed a finance function that is fit for a growing charity. You will have the rare opportunity to shape the tools, processes, and reporting frameworks from the ground up, working directly with the CEO to make finance a strategic enabler rather than an administrative burden.
Home-Start believes every parent should have the support they need to give their children the best possible start in life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Wessex Rivers Trust (Wessex RT) is an environmental charity dedicated to the protection and
conservation of rivers and the globally significant share of chalk streams found in the Wessex area. Wessex RT is a growing regional Trust at the cutting edge of the Rivers Trust movement. Based in the outskirts of Salisbury on the banks of the beautiful Hampshire Avon, Wessex RT covers the rivers of East Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire, the New Forest and Isle of Wight.
This is a rare opportunity to help take the Trust on the next stage of its development journey from the core of the organisation, playing a key role in securing its mission for rivers. This is a new role which will be responsible for providing strategic and operational oversight of the Trust’s core business functions, spanning finance, contracts, legal, and organisational support functions including governance.
The postholder will ensure the organisation maintains strong financial controls, an accountability culture, robust contractual and legal arrangements, and efficient business processes, that help manage risk and support the delivery of the charity's mission and objectives. The role will also oversee the core functions of HR, administration, organisational resources, and operational systems, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and supporting a positive, effective working environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You will lead on all aspects of safety, facilities and estate management at our outdoor learning centre Hindleap Warren. You will also support and advise the facilities team (managed on site by the Director of Finance at our London Office. This role will be a blend of strategic and pragmatic thinking to create a great place to work, along with the need to ‘roll up sleeves’ and ensure our buildings, grounds and systems of work are safe, compliant, efficient and sustainable. A monthly visit to the London office will be expected.
What you will be doing
Facilities Management
- Lead on delivery of all Facilities Management services, including but not limited to: M&E, fabric, cleaning/ housekeeping, bed linen/ laundry, car parking, grounds, waste management, pest control and external contractors. Occasionally support may be needed out of normal working hours in emergency situations.
- Establish and maintain a comprehensive planned preventative maintenance programme ensuring the satisfactory operation of all buildings, plant and equipment and ensuring our buildings remain compliant, safe, fit for purpose and reflect our brand values at all times.
- Procure and manage services, evaluate contracts and tender processes through a blend of in-house and out-sourced delivery methods, as appropriate, and evaluate value for money.
- Work with the Director of Centres and Delivery and Head of Centre to set the estates, facilities and health and safety elements of their annual budgets and advising on capital expenditure requirements.
- Lead an efficient and high-performing housekeeping and facilities team, ensuring all areas of responsibility are run effectively, maintaining the highest standards of safety, customer experience and service delivery.
- Effectively line-manage and support the development of your team through regular 121s, annual appraisals, guidance and training, including working on their personal development
Health & Safety
- Maintain a health and safety management system -ensuring all regulatory requirements are met, including overseeing risk assessments, health & safety policies and procedures and annual audits.
- Attend monthly meetings of the Safety and Safeguarding Team, analysing reported accident and incident data.
What you bring to the role
The following attributes are required for the role.
- Experience of delivering safe and effective work on customer-facing premises and grounds.
- Experience of managing high performing teams to deliver in line with the needs of an organisation.
- Experience of working and leading teams across multiple sites.
- Relevant qualifications in facilities and estates management and Health & Safety.
- NEBOSH General is essential.
- Knowledge of the Health & Safety compliance standards applicable to our sites and how these should be achieved. (Please note the outdoor adventurous activities are managed by the operations team – specialist knowledge of these areas are not required).
- Ability to communicate in a range of settings with people at all levels of an organisation.
- Ability and experience of training others in health & safety.
- Experience of working as a member of a management team and bringing about changes through the action of your peers and team.
You will be able to demonstrate our values of being:
- Ambitious
- Collaborative
- Inclusive
- Accountable
Why work at Hindleap Warren
- Generous holiday allowance of 39 days per annum (31 days A/L plus 8 bank holidays).
- Catered meals provided whilst working when the kitchen is serving young people in residence.
- Health Care Cash Plan.
- Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
- Free access to the ‘Headspace’ app for you and your family.
- Free access to the Charity Mentoring Network, as a mentee or mentor.
- Free onsite parking.
- Magnificent location surrounded by nature.
- You’ll be working with a fantastic team of passionate colleagues across London Youth.
- An outstanding culture and ethos where staff and visitors enjoy, challenge, and achieve.
- You will be making a difference to the lives of young people!
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Work with us and help make a difference!
Salary: £45-50,000 FTE, dependent on experience
Hours: 15 hours (2 days per week)
Contract: Permanent
Help us make homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring.
Harrogate Homeless Project (HHP) is a leading local charity supporting people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity across the Harrogate district. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Financial Controller to join our senior team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial sustainability and growth of our organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who wants to use their skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable people whilst helping shape the future of a respected and ambitious charity.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the Financial Controller will oversee all financial and accounting activities across the organisation. Working closely with our Finance Officer, management team, Treasurer and Board of Trustees, you will ensure robust financial management, compliance with charity accounting standards, and provide strategic financial insight to support organisational decision-making.
You will take ownership of financial reporting, budgeting, cashflow forecasting, year-end accounts and audit preparation, while also helping to identify opportunities to strengthen financial performance and improve systems and processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day financial management of the charity.
- Prepare timely and accurate management accounts and financial reports.
- Ensure compliance with charity accounting regulations and SORP requirements.
- Lead the annual budgeting process, forecasting and financial planning.
- Manage cashflow and support organisational risk management.
- Prepare year-end accounts and coordinate audit requirements.
- Monitor and report on grant income, restricted funds and project budgets.
- Provide financial advice and guidance to senior management and trustees.
- Manage and support the Finance Officer through effective supervision and development.
- Oversee payroll processes and key financial systems.
- Manage finance-related contracts, including accounting software, payroll and business subscriptions.
- Support fundraising activities by providing financial information for grant applications and funding reports.
- Work collaboratively across departments to support organisational objectives.
About You
We are looking for someone who combines strong technical financial expertise with excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to the values of the voluntary sector.
Why Join Harrogate Homeless Project?
At HHP, you’ll be part of a dedicated team committed to transforming lives and creating positive change within our community. We offer the opportunity to make a real impact, influence strategic decision-making and contribute to the growth and sustainability of a well-established local charity.
If you are a finance professional looking for a rewarding role where your expertise can directly support people facing homelessness, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits Include
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus birthday leave.
- Healthcare package.
- Travel benefits.
- Workplace pension scheme.
- The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of women experiencing homelessness.
About Us
Harrogate Homeless Project provides people experiencing homelessness with a safe place to stay and the support they need to build confidence and move towards independent living.
We work with partners to give people facing disadvantage hope of a different future and empower people to change their lives through support, accommodation and opportunity.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a brief covering letter to Richard Cooper or call for an informal conversation about the role.
Closing Date: 4 October 2026
We will assess applications as they are received and interview suitable candidates on a rolling basis. Therefore, we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Early applications are encouraged.
Harrogate Homeless Project is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced and highly organised operations professional who enjoys making sure an organisation runs smoothly?
We are looking for a Business Operations Manager to lead and strengthen our day-to-day operations. This is an important role within our charity, responsible for ensuring our staff, volunteers and trustees have the effective systems, support and working environment they need to deliver the best possible services for the people we serve.
Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and senior managers, you will lead operational activity across:
- office and business support;
- finance and HR administration;
- facilities and building management;
- governance and organisational compliance;
- health and safety;
- the continuous improvement of systems and processes.
You will manage and develop the Business Support Team, coordinate operational priorities, and help ensure our organisation remains safe, efficient, welcoming, and well organised.
About you
You will have experience of managing office or business operations within a charity, public-sector organisation or a similar working environment. You will also bring:
- experience of leading an administrative or business support team;
- knowledge of finance and HR administration;
- experience of facilities or premises management;
- an understanding of GDPR, health and safety and organisational compliance;
- excellent planning and organisational skills;
- the ability to manage competing priorities and remain calm under pressure;
- confidence in using Microsoft 365 and organisational databases; and
- a practical approach to improving systems and ways of working.
A relevant Level 5 qualification or degree would be welcomed, but we also value equivalent knowledge and experience.
Experience within a Parent Carer Forum, SEND organisation, charity or community organisation would be an advantage, although it is not essential.
Most importantly, you will be approachable, collaborative and committed to creating an inclusive organisation that provides an excellent experience for staff, volunteers, families and partners.
What we offer
We want our people to feel valued, supported and able to do their best work. As part of our team, you will receive:
- Generous annual leave – statutory minimum holiday entitlement, including bank holidays, plus an additional 5 days’ paid annual leave each year. For someone working five days per week, this is 33 days’ paid leave per year, including bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees.
- Workplace pension – eligible employees will be enrolled into our NEST workplace pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme – access to the Wisdom Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential support for your health and wellbeing.
- Support and development – regular supervision alongside opportunities for learning and development.
- An inclusive and supportive workplace – where different perspectives, experiences and ways of thinking are welcomed and valued.
You’ll also have the opportunity to be part of an organisation working to make a meaningful difference to the people and communities we support.
How to apply
Please submit an application form explaining how your experience, knowledge and skills meet the requirements of the role.
Closing date: 21st September 2026 at 9:00 am
Interview date: w/c 28th September 2026
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
This role is subject to a basic DBS check and satisfactory references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.





