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Accounts Assistant

Location: Head Office, Walton Lodge, Aylesbury
Hours: Part-time 22.5 hours per week.
Salary: £23-25k (FTE) depending on experience
Closing date for applications: 31st January 2026. Please note we will be reviewing applications as they come in. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to provide support to the existing Accounts Payable Assistant and Finance Officers to maintain an efficient and accurate Accounts Payable process. This role has become necessary due to the expanding operations of the Charity, following a recent merger with South Bucks Hospice. With more growth expected longer term, this role has the potential to evolve further for the right candidate.

What will I be doing?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small and friendly team based in Walton Lodge in Aylesbury, helping the Finance Team to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the department.

Assist in all areas of Finance, most predominantly the Accounts Payable process, covering both the charity and retail activities which will include (but not limited to):

• Managing the receipt, authorisation and posting of all invoice payments on to our
  accounting package (SAGE)
• Ensuring the prompt and correct authorisation of invoices, in accordance with the
  authorisation policy; and coded to the correct account codes
• Assisting with the supplier and expense payments
• Liaising with the utility suppliers and keeping meter readings up-to-date
• Managing the intercompany account
• Performing monthly supplier and creditor control account reconciliation
• Assisting with the monthly accruals & prepayment process
• Ensuring all invoices are correctly handled and recorded for VAT purposes
• Managing the debit & credit card payments
• Working closely with the team on achieving a timely month end & the year end accounts
  process
• Assisting the Finance Officer in any other aspect of the month end process

About You

Required Experience/ Qualifications:

• AAT or studying towards an appropriate accountancy qualification, with good technical
  knowledge of book keeping and basic accounting adjustments such as accruals
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills to ensure regular month/year end deadlines are met
• Ability to work as part of a small team as well as independently
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable Experience/Qualifications:

• Familiarity with accounting software, ideally SAGE, and other IT packages (Excel)
• Previous experience working in a finance function within the charity sector, ideally within
  Accounts Payable
• A keen understanding of VAT

About Us

In joining our friendly, busy and ambitious team, you’ll be rewarded with an interesting role, a competitive salary, a supportive culture that encourages a healthy work-life balance.

For You

• Workplace pension – 5% ER contribution (with an option to increase to 6%)
• Employee life assurance – 3 x salary
• Access to a 24/7 online GP and a range of other health and wellbeing services
• 34 days annual leave (FTE) including statutory holidays (increasing by a day a year up to 5 years’ service) -pro rata for part time roles.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave.
• Generous company sick pay allowance
• Membership of the Blue Light scheme, offering a wide range of discounts.

Hybrid & Flexible working

We’ll do everything we can to help you find a healthy work-life balance. Depending on the role people can sometimes work flexible work patterns, from home or part-time. We are always happy to explore options to help your work-life balance.

Employee Assistance Programme

You will have unlimited access to a 24-hour free, confidential telephone helpline. This service gives you free advice on a wide variety of issues such as legal advice, information and where appropriate, face-to-face counselling.

Tea, Coffee & Cake

Free tea, coffee and milk in our offices and shops and, more often than not, superb cakes and bakes from our generous volunteers and supporters.

Free Parking at Head Office

We offer free parking at our Head Office in Aylesbury and we try our best to make arrangements for our retail employees but unfortunately at some town centre locations we cannot offer this.

Keeping you Informed

Regular employee updates and a monthly e-bulletin to ensure employees feel involved, informed and listened to.

Finance Assistant

Duration: 2-month temporary role, supporting during a busy period
Pay: £15.38 per hour + £1.86 per hour holiday pay (Equivalent to £30,000 FTE annual salary)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (9:00 am-5:30 pm)
Location: Hybrid - 1 day per week in the West London (W6) office, with flexibility to increase office time during onboarding or as needed
Start date: ASAP

Charity People is delighted to partner with a leading international medical charity to recruit a Finance Assistant for a hands-on temporary role in a small, high-impact finance team. You'll be supporting day-to-day financial operations during a particularly busy period, working alongside a friendly, high-performing part-time team member and reporting to the Assistant Finance Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the finance inbox, managing incoming queries and correspondence professionally
• Prepare supplier folders for payment runs, ensuring invoice, purchase order, approval, and delivery note are matched and complete
• Prepare and process payment runs, including entering supplier payments into Sage 50 and sending remittance advice
• Support purchase order raising in collaboration with the Assistant Finance Manager (note: responsibility is shared depending on workload)
• Conduct general finance admin and data entry
• Provide support to the Finance Officer and Overseas Operations Manager as needed

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience with Sage 50, with confidence to use it independently.
• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or finance assistant role, ideally within the charity sector
• High attention to detail and confidence managing documentation for supplier payments
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• A flexible, team-minded approach - this is a collaborative environment with occasional peaks in workload

How to Apply

Please apply without delay, as we are reviewing applications on an ongoing basis for this urgent role.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to ensure the application process works for you.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Green Alliance is an independent think tank and charity focusing on ambitious decisions for the environment. The finance assistant plays an essential role in maintaining control over our finances and operations.  This role will process and monitor financial transactions, liaise with our payroll bureau regarding staff payroll and pensions and support the head of finance.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who has a strong financial background with excellent attention to detail, a flexible attitude, an ability to work effectively under their own initiative and as part of a small team, together with excellent organisation and administrative skills.

This is a temporary part-time role for two days a week until the end of March 2026, to start as soon as possible.

Key tasks and responsibilities

To process and monitor financial transactions, perform accounting reconciliations and help ensure that Green Alliance’s finances are accurate and up to date. Duties include the following:

• Prepare sales invoices and credit notes on our accounting system and email to customer. 
• Record purchase invoices and credit notes on accounting /system and allocate to correct expenditure and project codes. Obtain approval of invoices in line with our finance handbook.  Prepare fortnightly invoice payment run and enter to banking system for authorisation.
• Set up new suppliers on accounting system, completing Supplier Information Request forms and undertaking credit checks, where applicable.
• Processing of staff expenses, ensuring compliance with finance handbook, through to payment on banking system.
• Import credit card transactions to accounting system and prepare expense sheets for cardholders.  Once credit card expense sheet completed by credit card holder, agree to receipts and process for payment.
• Process, reconcile and pay monthly payroll run through a bureau.
• Help to prepare quarterly VAT returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and the agreed formula for recovery.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations from bank import including allocation of all income and expenses to account codes.

For more information and to apply, please visit our website.

Help us power a growing charity that provides supported accommodation and outreach for families across Stoke on Trent and beyond. We’re expanding our services and increasing our geographical footprint.

Overview: As our Finance Manager, you’ll lead day to day finance, produce sharp monthly reports, guide budgets and forecasts, and line manage our Finance Assistant (who completes payroll). You’ll work closely with the CEO, sit on the Leadership Team and Senior Management Team and present to Trustees.

The ideal candidate will be proactive in their approach, qualified (or equivalent experience) in charity finance. Plain-English communicator who gets things done on time.

You will need:

• Accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA) or equivalent senior experience in charity finance.
• A strong track record delivering management and statutory accounts, budgets, forecasts and audits in a charity environment.
• Confidence with payroll, Gift Aid and VAT; skilled in Excel and modern finance systems
• Lead month end and SORP accounts
• Clear, plain-English communication with non-finance colleagues and Trustees; a calm, organised style; and a practical hand on approach
• Line-manage and support a capable Finance Assistant; work closely with our Head of Services, HR Officer and Maintenance Lead

Please visit our website for a full job description and person specification, and to download our Equal Opportunities Form.

Please note we reserve the right to bring the closing date forward if we receive strong applications.

The Gingerbread Centre is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All posts are subject to Enhanced DBS.

Do you have what it takes to be part of the Walking With The Wounded team? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Financial Controller with experience of running the day-to-day financial operations of a dynamic charity. We are an ambitious charity with ambitious goals that needs a Financial Controller to support the charity in achieving these goals. If your attitude matches this, you will find a perfect home within our Finance team.

This is a broad role that will include a wide range of responsibilities. The Financial Controller is responsible for managing the daily and weekly tasks of the Finance team, as well as periodic tasks that are less frequent.  These tasks include (but are not restricted to) all aspects of bank and cash, raising of invoices, generating BACS payments, all Finance input into payroll, VAT returns, Gift Aid claims and response to ad hoc queries from our front-line staff.  The Financial Controller managers one Finance Assistant and reports into the Head of Finance. The Head of Finance leads on budget setting, forecasting and monthly / quarterly / annual reporting, and the Financial Controller will support where needed.  The Financial Controller will also be the lead contact with external auditors following year end.

 The tasks outlined here and in the job description will not remain static and can be tailored to the experience of the successful applicant, therefore this role is ideal for someone who is looking for a challenge and to develop their skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

For an informal discussion please contact Marc Brady, Head of Finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain supplier records including validating and updating bank details, contact information, and remittance addresses.

• Monitor the Finance Department mailbox and in-tray, responding and redirecting queries as appropriate.

• Process financial transactions including supplier invoices and staff/credit card expense claims in accordance with agreed processes and deadlines.

• Support preparation and batching of weekly and ad-hoc payment runs, ensuring proper documentation is attached and ready for approval. Our family of brands includes:

• Complete bank reconciliations and assist in routine reconciliations of supplier accounts, and other control accounts under the guidance of the Senior Finance Assistant.

• Maintain accurate and organised filing (electronic and paper) for all processed work.

• Assist with audit and reporting tasks by retrieving and preparing documentation as required.

• Provide cover and support across other transactional processes during peak times or absences

Work environment

The post holder should expect to: Work in a hybrid hot desk environment, generally working 2 days a week in the London office and three from home.

Be responsible for the input and maintenance of databases and files relevant to the post requirements.

Will occasionally be required to attend events in the evening and at weekends.

Role responsibilities are not exhaustive, and you would be reasonably expected to take on wider tasks that are commensurate with the level of your role

Essential Experience

• Basic to intermediate Excel skills (Essential)

• Good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles

Desirable

• Experience with finance software – ideally Access Financials

• Salesforce experience

• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

• Strong planning and organisational skills, with ability to manage deadlines and multitask

• Effective communicator with good interpersonal skills

• Adaptable, proactive, and a self-starter

• Team player who can support cross-functional collaboration

• Eager to learn and contribute to continuous improvement of finance processes 

Finance Manager (Fixed Term Contract – Maternity cover)

The Ocean Conservation Trust and National Marine Aquarium are entering an exciting period in the groups’ history and we have an amazing opportunity for the right candidate to join our team as our Finance Manager – Maternity Cover.

Our vision is a world where the Ocean is thriving, healthy, and sustainably protected for generations to come.  We are looking for a Finance Manager who will thrive in the knowledge that by taking responsibility for the day-to-day financial transactions across the OCT group, and working closely with the Head of Finance in delivering our strategic programmes, and meeting our statutory obligations, they are directly contributing to the delivery of our mission – to inspire a global movement to promote and encourage a wave of positive behaviour towards our Ocean.

This is a temporary position available to cover a period of maternity leave within the team. The position is a fixed term contract that will run 15 months depending on candidate availability and offers a great opportunity to build experience and make a direct contribution to Ocean conservation. Salary is £35,000pa, working 37.5 hours per week.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced person with a strong work ethic looking to work in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants who meet the essential criteria below will be invited for interview.

Essential Criteria  

· Be AAT qualified or qualified by experience

· Accurate, analytical with exceptional attention to detail

· Be a self-starter who is proactive and with a positive, can-do attitude.

· Be a team player who can support every area of the finance function.  Can build relationships across the team and be adaptable.

· Be a good communicator who can work under pressure, prioritise and adapt to change.

· Have significant accounts experience, including in the Charity Sector.

· Has a knowledge of charity accounting and trading subsidiaries.

· Be highly IT literate and confident at learning new systems and maximizing their use.

· Be a good communicator

· Have experience in a range of accounts packages and Sage Payroll.

For more information about the role please download the attached Job Description below.

Closing Date: 22nd January at 5pm

In line with current legislation all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.  As part of the recruitment process you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility. 

The OCT operates an Equality and Diversity Policy and is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.  All applications will be judged solely on merit, however we particularly welcome applications from groups currently under represented in the workforce.

Only candidates invited for interview will be contacted.

Interim Head of Finance | 6 Month + | £300 - £325 per day (outside IR35) | Hybrid | London

For a small London-based charity, we are recruiting an Interim Head of Finance for 6 + months, starting ASAP. Reporting to C-suite, the main accountabilities will focus on providing insightful monthly management accounts and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Trustees / Board, and to ensure the correct allocation of expenditure to a high number of grant funds. This role will oversee the Finance Assistant and the day-to-day finance transactions, including expenses, payroll, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Main Duties:

• Produce regular management accounts and financial reporting
• Support the Leadership Team, Finance Committee and Board with long-term financial planning
• Lead and review budgeting, re-forecasting and cash-flow management
• Review and re-negotiate all contracts, including office premises, IT, grants, and services
• Oversee the Finance Assistants day-to-day work including transactions and payroll processing
• Work with the Head of Fundraising and Senior Leadership to ensure income generation and fundraising strategy is in line with long-term goals

What will you bring to this role?

• Qualified Accountant or QBE with solid experience
• Strong knowledge and experience of Charity SORP, Grant funding and restricted and unrestricted funding
• Strong experience of management accounts and reporting within a small but complex charity organisation including budget preparation and year-end accounting and Audit
• Strong IT skills including Xero and Excel
• Experience of contracts, facilities management, HR processes and IT would be desirable
• Solid experience of managing and motivating staff

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

About MediCinema

MediCinema is a UK-registered charity dedicated to providing cinema experiences inside hospitals to support the emotional, physical and mental health of NHS patients, their families, and carers. For 25 years, we have brought the power of cinema to hospitals, and in recognition of our impact, MediCinema was honoured with BAFTA’s Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award at the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards.

We build and run fully accessible cinemas within hospitals, screening the latest films at no cost to patients or the NHS. Our services help reduce isolation, stress, and anxiety, enhancing emotional and mental wellbeing while fostering resilience. We support patients of all ages, including dedicated paediatric screenings at several sites.

We have an ambitious goal to establish a MediCinema in every NHS region across the UK, and rely on long-term partnerships with NHS Trusts, Hospital Charities and the corporate sector to sustain and expand our services.

The Role

Reporting to the CEO, this new senior leadership role is central to ensuring MediCinema’s financial sustainability, operational excellence, and people-centred culture. The Director will lead the charity’s finance, HR, and business operational functions, ensuring robust systems, compliance, and strategic alignment with our mission.

This is a hands-on role for a values-driven leader who thrives in a collaborative, purpose-led environment and is passionate about improving patient experiences through innovative service delivery.

This role will be managing external HR and IT consultants and supported by a part time (1 day per week) assistant.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategy

· Participate in strategic and business planning processes, supporting the CEO and trustees to develop the strategic plan

· Serve as a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) contributing to the strategic direction and day to day management of the organisation.

Finance

· Lead the finance function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, and statutory reporting.

· Ensure robust financial controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.

· Manage cashflow, reserves, and risk, supporting strategic financial planning.

· Lead on financial reporting to the Board and relevant committees.

· Oversee payroll, pensions, and financial administration.

· Managing the annual audit process and liaising with auditors

· Liaising with tax specialists on VAT, corporation tax and other matters as required.

· Liaising with the Treasurer on all key financial matters on a quarterly basis

Business Operations

· Ensure efficient delivery of office services and a safe, well-maintained working environment.

· Lead on the IT systems and digital strategy ensuring platforms are secure and support business needs

· Work with the external IT consultant to maintain and evolve the infrastructure, systems and processes in place to align with business needs and industry regulation

· Keep abreast of changes and updates to Data Protection legislation and ensure that staff receive regular training on Data Protection and Cyber security

· Manage contracts, suppliers, and internal processes to ensure value and efficiency.

· Support the commissioning of new MediCinema sites, including project planning and stakeholder engagement.

· Lead on the annual insurance renewal process

HR and People Development

· Lead on strategic workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and talent retention.

· Embed inclusive HR policies and practices aligned with MediCinema’s values.

· Provide support and evolve processes to strengthen employee relations, performance management, and wellbeing.

· Support line managers in developing high-performing, motivated teams.

· Ensure compliance with employment law and HR best practice.

· Work with the external HR consultant on HR admin,including due diligence, onboarding and recruitment.

Governance and Compliance

· Maintain up-to-date policies and procedures across finance, HR, and operations.

· Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and safeguarding requirements.

· Support the CEO and Board with governance processes, reporting, and policy development.

The Person

Experience and Background

We are seeking a strategic leader with experience across finance, operations, and HR — ideally within the UK charity or public health sector. You may have worked in healthcare, education, or social impact organisations, and bring a strong understanding of compliance, governance, and people leadership. Candidates with a relevant background in SMEs may be considered, but will need to demonstrate a commitment to quickly developing the specialist knowledge required by charity regulations and an aptitude for operating within the third sector.

You will be comfortable working in a hands-on, collaborative environment, with a deep respect for MediCinema’s mission and values.

Skills and Qualifications

· Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT)

· Strong understanding of HR, IT, risk management, and governance in small teams

· Proven experience managing budgets, audits, and accounts (Quickbooks experience ideal)

· Excellent project management and strategic planning skills

· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and mentor others

· A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter telling us about your suitability for this role, why it appeals to you and what makes you a strong candidate (no longer than one side of A4). Please note applications will be anonymised.

Closing date for applications: Midday, Friday 30th January 2026 with a view to holding first round interviews in mid February.

We are an equal opportunities employer and an accredited Living Wage Foundation employer.

Prospectus is proud to be supporting our client in the search for a new Finance Manager. 

The trust empowers young people aged 9 to 15 to challenge all forms of prejudice.  Our client is uniquely powerful as a catalyst for learning and reflection about prejudice. Her experiences as a young Jewish person during the Holocaust provide a powerful insight for young people to learn and reflect on the dangers of antisemitism and all forms of prejudice. Through engaging programmes, young people gain the knowledge, motivation and skills to make a real difference. 

The Finance Manager reports into the Chief Executive and is a key role in ensuring organisational resilience, and supporting strong governance and data driven decisions for this impactful organisation.  Your competence with managing day to day financial management operations, and year end are a given.  You will also be a supportive and consultative manager to the Finance Assistant reporting into this role.  What sets the successful candidate apart, is the ability to work closely and effectively with other areas of the organisation.  You will work closely with the Fundraising team, and with the Education Programmes teams.  You will also feel comfortable to present to non-finance related stakeholders such as the Executive team and Board of Trustees, enabling your colleagues to feel fully informed, and being able to answer questions as needed.

The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent and will have substantial experience as a senior financial lead within a small organisation.  Your relational capability will also be key, and as such you will be able to demonstrate your strong interpersonal skills and flexibility to work and travel on occasional evenings. An alignment with the mission of the organisation will also be of utmost importance.

This position is a part time role, working 4 days per week and is based in the London office for 2 days per week. 

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Catherine at Prospectus.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. Please in the first instance share an up-to-date CV with us and should your experience be suitable, we will look to arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You will then have all the information you need to finalise your formal application. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

About CoppaFeel!

CoppaFeel! are the UK’s only youth focused breast cancer awareness charity, and we’re on a mission to get every 18-24 year old checking their chest. We educate people on the signs of breast cancer and encourage them to check their chests monthly, so that if they notice something unusual they are empowered to contact their GP and advocate for themselves.

We do this because when diagnosed early, breast cancer treatments are more effective and survival rates are higher. Early detection can save lives.

Breast cancer does not need to be detected late, and as long as we are here and continue to be supported by people like you, we will do all we can to make sure this doesn’t continue to happen.

The Role

CoppaFeel! is looking for a Head of Finance and Contracts to as we continue to grow and develop the organisation’s internal operations. As Head of Finance and Contracts, you’ll oversee all aspects of financial management and contractual compliance across the charity.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for managing and developing our small finance team, while also leading on budgeting, funder reporting and forecasting. Alongside this, you’ll oversee the organisation’s contracts ensuring we’re operating in line with best practice and regulatory requirements.

This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that you will attend the London office at least two days per week. Part time can be considered for this role.

The Head of Finance and Contracts will sit within the CoppaFeel! Finance Team, report to the Finance Director, and line manage the Finance Officer and Finance Assistant.

Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Line manage the Finance Officer and Finance Assistant, providing guidance, support, continuous improvement and performance oversight.

• Actively participate in Leadership Team meetings, contributing to the development and achievement of strategic objectives.

• Provide data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to inform long-term decision-making and business growth.

Financial Strategy & Reporting

• Lead the annual budgeting and reforecasting process, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.

• Oversee monthly management accounts; meet regularly with Heads of Department (HoDs)to monitor spend and evaluate impact.

• Support with the preparation draft statutory accounts and coordinate audit queries.

• Conduct financial analysis, working with HoDs to assess ROI across key projects and income streams.

Operational Finance

• Ensure the effective day-to-day running of the finance function, including payroll, VAT, cashflow, and working capital management.

• Maintain robust financial controls, policies, and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory and best-practice requirements.

• Identify financial risks and implement proportionate mitigation strategies.

Contracts, Funding & Governance

• Provide financial oversight for grant and corporate funding applications, ensuring financial viability and compliance.

• Oversee contracts with suppliers, partners, and funders, working with legal advisers where required.

• Support the Finance Committee reporting and cover for the Finance Director if necessary.

• Monitor and respond to changes in financial, legal, and regulatory requirements affecting the organisation.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Fully or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), or equivalent senior-level financial experience.

• Proven experience in charity finance, working knowledge of SORP, compliance, contracting and supporting audits.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively.

• Senior-level finance leadership experience, including budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, and statutory reporting.

• Strong strategic and analytical skills, with the ability to provide clear financial insight to non-financial stakeholders.

• High level of integrity, accountability, and strong attention to detail.

• Strong technical proficiency in financial systems and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, accounting software).

Desirable

• Understanding of impact and ROI evaluation in a charity context.

• Experience supporting funding applications, particularly for grants and corporate partnerships.

• Experience working in a small charity environment, and creating new systems or processes.

Application information

Applications will close at the 12pm 12th January 2026 with the aim to commence interviews from 19th January.

CoppaFeel! reserves the right to close the vacancy early in the event that we receive a high number of applications before the closing date.

Main benefits, Terms & Conditions

Annual leave entitlement: 22 days, plus office closure at Christmas, a day off for the founders Cancerversary and a day off for your birthday.

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Health Cash Plan

• Access to Self Space training and 1:1 therapy

• Core working hours of 10am to 4pm

• Flex Friday; every other Friday off, offering the time to recharge and ensuring work life balance, while remaining available in case of emergencies

All annual leave and benefits are pro-rata'd for part time employees.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At CoppaFeel! we support a diverse range of communities and we understand that diversity within our team is central and crucial to meeting the needs of the young people we exist to serve. We strongly encourage applications from Black, and people of colour, LGBTQIA+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, from men, and from those with a lived experience of cancer because we would like to increase the representation of these groups within the charity.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and make recruitment decisions by matching the charity's needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We recognise the value in encouraging a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge at the charity.

While the successful candidate will be selected purely on merit, in the event of a tie between two candidates with equal suitability, we may select a candidate with lived experience of the issues we are seeking to address through our work.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and we commit to offering an interview for all applicants with disabilities who meet our required criteria for the role. If you have any accessibility requirements or need any adjustments for the interview process please get in touch.

Salary: £32,000 per annum WTE based on 37 hours
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Farnham, Surrey

 
Would you like to be part of an organisation that’s dedicated to caring for the local community?

We are seeking a proactive accountant with good IT skills to ensure our finance systems operate efficiently and effectively.  This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the whole Finance Team, particularly during periods of peak activity, to ensure the department continues to run smoothly.

 Key Responsibilities

• Act as system lead for Microsoft Business Central, our accounting system, and the other systems used by the Finance Team.
• Prepare month-end journals, balance sheet reconciliations and support year-end accounts and audit.
• Be responsible for restricted funds accounting and support Gift Aid processes.
• Provide cover for Sales, Purchase Ledger and Income Supervisors as required.
• Support Finance Assistants during high-volume income periods.
• Lead finance-related projects and deputise for the Head of Finance when needed.

About You

A successful Financial Systems and Accounts Supervisor will:

• Be MAAT or part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA, with strong financial and management accounting experience.
• Be confident working with accounting systems (ideally Microsoft Business Central) and intermediate Excel skills.
• Have knowledge of Gift Aid and an understanding of charity finance and SORP (desirable).
• Be highly organised, collaborative and flexible, with excellent communication skills and a can-do attitude.

For a full list of essential requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification document.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, systems improvement and working closely with colleagues across an organisation with a strong service ethos.

About Us
We are based in Farnham, Camberley and Guildford, and provide bespoke, compassionate palliative and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness, across West Surrey and North-East Hampshire.

Phyllis Tuckwell is a very special place to work.  Our staff make a real difference to the lives of our patients and their loved ones, providing outstanding care at a time that really matters.  Our Finance team members are pivotal in helping deliver our vital services, ensuring ‘every day is precious’ for our patients. 

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and equality at its core.  We are an equal opportunities employer, who values and respects our employees’ unique knowledge, skills and experiences.  We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community.  All appointments are made following a fair and equitable process, based on merit, job requirements and business need.  

We Offer:

Excellent Benefits

• Six weeks paid holiday plus public holidays
• Phyllis Tuckwell Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to 7.5%)
• Health Cash Plan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Benefit Scheme
• Blue Light Discount Card

Excellent Career Development

• Leadership Development
• Skill Development and Training
• Project-Based Learning
• Professional Growth
• Upskilling
• Apprenticeships
• Coaching
• Diverse Training Courses

A Great Place to Work

• Equal Opportunities employer
• Flexible hours and flexible working
• Supportive colleagues
• 97% of our staff are proud to work for Phyllis Tuckwell*

*Phyllis Tuckwell Birdsong Hospice staff survey 2023

For further information regarding the role or to arrange an informal visit please contact Deb McQuillan, Head of Finance or Vanessa Evans, Finance Manager. If you are unable to apply on-line or have any questions about the recruitment process, contact HR.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Thursday 15th January 2026.
Interviews to be held: Week commencing 19th January 2026.

We reserve the right to close the role ahead of the closing date should sufficient applications be received. Your early response is therefore encouraged. Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and therefore are unable to provide sponsorship.
 

This post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.

NO MEDIA OR AGENCIES

Job Purpose

To support the Finance Manager in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, including the preparation of management accounts, statutory financial statements, and budget monitoring. The postholder will take full ownership of the charity’s purchase ledger function and banking operations, ensuring robust financial controls and strong supplier and banking relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly management accounts production.
• Lead on the purchase ledger function, including processing, reconciling, and maintaining supplier accounts.
• Administer the purchase order workflow, actively chasing outstanding invoices and resolving queries with requesters to maintain smooth processing.
• Credit Card – Distribute statements for coding and monitor their return to ensure compliance within the specified timeframe.
• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate payments in line with internal controls.
• Maintain and reconcile bank accounts, including daily banking and month-end reconciliations.
• Support the production of statutory accounts in accordance with the Charity SORP and liaise with external auditors.
• Support the Finance Manager in developing and improving financial systems and procedures, ensuring all documentation remains current.
• Provide financial insight and support to non-finance colleagues across the organisation.
• Assist with payroll processing and pension contributions, as required.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and relevant legislation.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Part-qualified or qualified by experience in accounting (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA).
• Proven experience managing a purchase ledger and banking platforms.
• Strong understanding of charity finance and the Charity SORP.
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g. Sage) and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain financial information to non-finance staff.

Desirable:

• Experience working in the charity or not-for-profit sector.
• Familiarity with restricted and unrestricted fund accounting.
• Experience supporting audits and liaising with external stakeholders.

Benefits of working at Chain of Hope

• The opportunity to work for an internationally respected children’s charity, making a tangible difference to young lives around the world
• Fully serviced, modern office based in a FORA building in West London, with access to an on-site gym and high-quality facilities
• Private healthcare
• Supportive, collaborative and values-driven working environment
• Flexible working arrangements, where role-appropriate
• Competitive annual leave allowance, plus public holidays
• Employer pension contribution
• Opportunities for learning, professional development and skills growth
• A chance to be part of a small, passionate team where your contribution is visible and valued