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£75,000 per annum
Fixed term (8 months)
Part home/Part office (London) based
UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.
This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as Head of the Finance Business Partnering Team.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead the team responsible for organisational financial planning and analysis, partnering with budget holders across the organisation and delivering vital and timely information and analysis to support key strategic decisions and the delivery of the strategic plan.
The ideal candidate is someone who has successfully managed a similar Finance Business Partnering /FP&A team with a track record in effective partnering with income-generating teams and in building a high-performing team that provides insight and constructive challenge.
Act now and visit the website via the aply button to apply online.
Closing date: 9am, Monday 6 July 2026.
Interview date: TBC via video conferencing (MS Teams).
In return, we offer:
Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process.
We anticipate most colleagues will work two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home.We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.
UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with 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 welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences.
We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.
If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the Supporter Care line during office hours.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.
Registered Charity Nos. 1072612 (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)
The UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK), a charity funded by supporters, raising funds for UNICEF’s work for children.

Are you looking to add great value to an already successful finance team? Do you have a strong understanding of commercial FBP? Are you immediately available or on a short notice period?
I am working exclusively with a Global Charity seeking an interim Finance Business Partner on a 6-month temporary-permanent basis.
The main responsibilities of the interim Commercial Finance Business Partner are:
This is a great opportunity for an experienced, Finance Business Partner to come in and hit the ground running with an already successful organisation with an opportunity for flexible working and a great opportunity to go permanent.
My client is looking for:
My client can offer flexible working with 1-2 days a week in the office based in central London and the rest working remotely.
Applications for this role are now under review and the deadline could well be brought forward if the suitable candidate is found. Therefore, do not delay in submitting your application!
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
A well-established UK charity is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, this role will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across Branding, Marketing & Fundraising business areas. You will provide insightful analysis, robust financial modelling and commercial challenge to support decision-making. A significant focus of the role will be developing and maintaining financial models to support income generation, fundraising initiatives, investment decisions and long-term planning.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Finance Business Partner who enjoys working closely with stakeholders, translating financial information into actionable insight and influencing decision-making within a purpose-led organisation.
Key responsibilities are as follows:
You will:
What’s on offer:
Finance Business Partner - Grants
Location: United Kingdom - Hybrid / Remote, with occasional travel to the office
Contract: Permanent
Salary: UK £60,000 to £67,500 (depending on experience)
Working pattern: Full-Time or Part-Time Pro Rata (4 or 5 days per week)
About FILE
The Foundation for International Law for the Environment (FILE) is a not-for-profit philanthropic organisation working to accelerate legal action on climate change.
Through grant-making and in-house legal expertise, we empower our partners to deliver strategic, innovative legal interventions and we support lawyers in their own countries to bring their own cases.
Legal action can unlock the systemic changes in finance, policy and social systems needed to protect all of us from climate change. The power of the law is both direct (changing policy and practice) and indirect (signalling the wider shifts taking place across these systems).
FILE is a ‘regrantor’ - this means we do not bring legal action in our own name. We receive grants from our philanthropic donors and make onwards grants to partners who align with FILE’s charitable aims and purposes. We do not seek to make any profit from our activities either in a relevant financial year or in the longer term.
The Role
The Finance Business Partner – Grants will play a key role in strengthening collaboration between Finance and Grants teams, supporting the effective financial management of the grants portfolio. The role will focus on building strong relationships with Grants stakeholders, developing a solid understanding of the granting process, and providing clear, timely financial information to support informed decision-making.
The role acts as a link between Finance and Grants, translating financial data into meaningful insights for Grants teams, while ensuring financial considerations are appropriately reflected in granting decisions.
Key Responsibilities
The role spans four core areas: business partnering with Grants and Portfolio teams, budgeting and forecasting, management accounting and reporting, and supporting systems and process optimisation.
Business Partnering (40%)
Budgeting & Forecasting (30%
Management Accounting & Management Reporting (20%)
Systems & Process Optimisation (10%)
Key Outcomes
About you
We know that long lists of criteria can be discouraging and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
We also recognise that skills and experience can be gained in unexpected places, so we welcome applications from candidates who feel they have relevant skills for the role, gained from a wide range of professional, lived and learned experiences.
Essential criteria
Location
We are advertising this role for candidates based (and with the right to work) in the UK and in the Netherlands. Please note that you will see this role advertised in multiple locations but that we are only hiring for one position based in either location, and that we are able to offer collaborative working spaces only in the Netherlands and the UK.
Please apply to the job post for your preferred location.
Working for FILE
FILE is a collaborative community of individuals who share a passion for climate, nature, and justice. We bring together knowledge and experience to support our mission.
Our people are empowered to lead their work both individually and as part of a wider team in order to make impactful change. As a relatively young organisation with the ambitious mission to change global systems, our roles are ideally suited to those who are strategic, innovative and collaborative, and open to growing in line with the Foundation.
FILE is committed to challenging systemic injustice. Our ability to do so is strengthened by the diversity of our partners and staff. Our mission, work and impact is global, with staff and partners from across the world and a range of lived experiences. We are actively working to create a culture where colleagues feel welcomed, heard and supported to succeed and thrive.
How FILE supports its staff
FILE is committed to creating a workplace that supports our staff to do their best work and develop professionally. FILE offers a generous annual leave policy and additional time-off work to support wellbeing. Amongst other benefits, FILE offers private healthcare, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave, enhanced sick leave, flexibility working remotely and also abroad and a matching contribution to a pension scheme.
Applications
Please apply on our website and upload your CV and Cover Letter. This role is open for applications immediately and we accept applications on a rolling basis but we will not accept any applications after 06 July 2026. If you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
Representation and Culture
FILE recognises the under-representation of historically marginalized communities and individuals in climate, nature and philanthropy spaces. We are committed to developing an organization that represents the world we are looking to protect and building a culture that supports such.
In doing so, FILE is committed to building policies and practices that ensure no current or prospective employee is discriminated based on disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Endometriosis UK is looking for a Head of Finance to help shape the next stage of our development as a charity with growing ambition, increasing complexity and a powerful mission. This is an exciting new role for the charity, and is core to ensuring our ongoing success.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will work closely with the Chief Executive, senior colleagues and Trustees to shape organisational direction, strengthen financial planning and ensure resources are aligned with impact. You will provide strategic financial insight, constructive challenge and practical support across the organisation.
You will lead budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, statutory reporting, audit, financial governance, risk, reserves and controls. You will also support business cases, financial models, capital project oversight, trading activity and commercial decision-making.
We are looking for a qualified accountant with senior finance leadership experience, ideally gained in a charity or similarly complex organisation. You will bring strong technical finance skills, sound judgement, commercial awareness and the ability to communicate clearly with non-finance colleagues. Just as importantly, you will be collaborative, values-led and motivated by the opportunity to use finance as an enabler of delivering impact.
This role will suit someone who combines strategic leadership with a practical, hands-on approach, and who enjoys helping colleagues build financial confidence, accountability and discipline.
Our Network is here to offer those affected by endometriosis the support and information they need to understand the condition and take control


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Be part of the vision; be part of RIBA.
RIBA is a global professional membership body, and a cultural organisation, driving excellence in architecture.
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum
Location: London/Hybrid Working
Hours: 35 hours per week, fixed term contract, end date December 2027. 0.8 FTE will be considered.
About the Role
The House of Architecture is a bold vision to open up architecture for all and is a transformation programme consisting of 5 workstreams, including two major capital projects and a digital portfolio.
The role is responsible for managing all financial aspects of House of Architecture programme, including working closely with other members of the RIBA Finance team, HOAP project leads, HOAP lead contractors (external project managers and quantity surveyors), procurement and other internal and external stakeholders.
This includes the monitoring, analysis, reporting and dissemination of HOAP finance information in accordance with RIBA finance processes and coding structures. It requires collaboration with HOAP project leads (budget holders) to provide timely and insightful financial reporting, budgets and forecasts, and HOAP invoice processing.
As part of the RIBA finance function, the Finance Business Partner, HOAP will produce the HOAP monthly management accounts, quarterly forecast, annual Budget and 5-year business plan, which will include analysis, in numerical, graphical and written formats when required in collaboration with workstream budget holders.
As this role is a key support to the HOA programme there is dotted line management to the HOA Programme Manager.
What are we looking for?
Significant experience in a Management Accounting, Finance Business Partner or Finance Manager role along with experience working on large capital projects or transformational programmes.
Essential Skills
• Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) accountant with significant post qualification experience on large programmes (a programme inclusive of multiple projects, running over multiple years, with opex and capex elements)
• Significant experience in a Business Partnering role supporting projects, to include budget preparation, long term business planning, supporting preparation of business cases for new activities, developing different kinds of financial reports, using forecasting and historical financial information for various audiences.
• Experience handling the purchase-to-pay finance process, including raising purchase orders and coding and tracking of project invoices and costs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to tailor reports to their audience.
• Advanced Excel skills.
Desirable Skills
• Experience using and writing reports from the Finance system, Open Accounts.
• Experience of business case financials, grants and funder reporting.
Why Join us?
Our Benefits:
RIBA offers an amazing employee benefits package which includes (a) a generous pension scheme with employer contributions (up to 12%), (b) life assurance, (c) annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays and paid closure of 3 discretionary days between Christmas and New Year. For more details on our benefits please visit our website.
We encourage applicants to review the essential criteria carefully and ensure their application clearly demonstrates how they meet these requirements, as applications will be shortlisted against the criteria outlined in the person specification.
Please note that applications without a covering letter will not be considered and we will only review applications received directly through our company website.
If you would like to apply for this position, please submit your CV and covering letter on our website after you click "Apply".
Additionally, please ensure that you complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form which will be submitted separate from your application.
Closing date: 14th July 2026
Interview date: WC 27th July 2026
Due to high volumes of applications, we are unable to respond to everyone, however, should you be shortlisted for interview we will be in touch. We may also close an advert earlier than the date above if we receive enough quality applications.
Please note that you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to proceed with any candidates who cannot show the relevant documentation so please only apply if you meet these criteria. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
RIBA aims to be an inclusive employer, committed to building an authentic and diverse environment where all are encouraged to be themselves. We champion work/life balance and welcome requests for flexible working across our organisation. We value applications from all sections of society and appreciate divergent experience, therefore if you are excited about the role and working with us, yet your experience may not align perfectly with every single skill or competency, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Registered Charity No. 210566
The Royal Institute of British Architects is a global professional membership body driving excellence in architecture.
Role Purpose:
About Responsible Finance
Responsible Finance is the membership association for the UK’s Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs). CDFIs are community lenders, committed to delivering positive social impact, and offer fair and affordable finance to businesses, social enterprises and to people unable to access it elsewhere.
This is an exciting moment to be joining the CDFI sector. Responsible Finance and its members are focused on increasing access to fair and affordable finance for SMEs, social enterprises, people, places and communities that are underserved by mainstream finance. The Partnerships Manager will play a central role in turning that ambition into practical referral pathways, stronger partnerships and measurable growth in responsible lending.
Awareness of CDFIs remains low among many organisations that support SMEs and entrepreneurs. Many businesses that could benefit from CDFI finance are therefore not currently being directed to the sector. An increasing number seem to be turning to high interest lenders, which don’t always consider good customer outcomes.
We are therefore seeking an exceptional Partnerships Manager to develop and deliver a partnership outreach and creation strategy that raises awareness of CDFIs, increases referrals and signposting, and supports growth in CDFI SME lending. Our recent pilot with Lloyds Bank to refer declined SMEs to Responsible Finance, and our partnership with Grow London Local are just two examples.
Success in this role will mean building a prioritised partnership pipeline, converting relationships into active referral pathways, improving the quality and volume of referrals to CDFIs, and using data to learn what works.
Purpose of the Role
As Responsible Finance’s dedicated Partnerships Manager you will build strong relationships with banks, brokers and broker organisations, professional advisers, business organisations, government, local growth bodies and others to raise awareness, establish referral routes and strengthen onward pathways to finance readiness and business support.
Your work will be a driving force in delivering Responsible Finance’s ambition to unlock an additional £1bn of lending over the next five years.
Key Responsibilities:
This is a varied and dynamic role, working closely with our members and a range of external stakeholders. This job description is not exhaustive; it outlines the key tasks and responsibilities of the post which are subject to change. Any changes will be made in consultation with the post holder.
Role success measures and outcomes
Skills and Experience:
Essential
We are looking for someone with experience of partnership development, stakeholder engagement or business development in a relevant environment. Experience of the finance ecosystem, SME support landscape or local economic development networks would be particularly valuable. Knowledge of CDFIs is highly desirable but not essential for the right candidate.
Desirable
Working as part of a small organisation, you will need to demonstrate flexibility and versatility and have opportunities to support a range of other projects and support services for our members, developing a wide range of skills and competencies.
Therefore, in addition to the essential criteria above, we are also interested in candidates with the following skills and experience:
How to Apply
Please send your CV and responses to the following questions to Careers4Change:
We recognise that the use of AI tools is widespread these days, and it is often obvious when it’s used. We will automatically reject applications where the use of AI without any editing or your original thoughts is evident. The ability to be thoughtful and tailor to your audience is crucial for being successful in this role.
Job title: Responsible Finance, Partnerships Manager
Location: Remote with frequent expenses-paid travel – up to 10 times /month
Reporting To: Programme Director
Contract: 18-month fixed term contract with intention to make permanent, subject to performance and funding
Salary: £40,000
Date Closes: Friday 17th July
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
An international membership organisation is seeking a Finance Manager to join on an interim basis for a 9-month contract.
The successful candidate will play a key role in safeguarding the organisation's financial health through high-quality financial management, business partnering, planning and analysis. This is a broad role offering exposure across management accounting, budgeting, financial modelling, payroll oversight, governance and continuous improvement.
Reporting to the Senior Finance & Risk Manager, you'll work closely with budget holders and senior leaders, providing financial insight and challenge to support strategic decision-making while helping to strengthen financial controls and improve organisational performance.
Key responsibilities are as follows:
You will:
his is an exciting time to join Discover
In spring 2026 we delivered a major programme of business transformation including rebuilding site infrastructure, new visitor spaces, an improved ticketing model and revised accounting system and procedures.
We’re now looking for a permanent, part-time Finance Director to join our Senior Management team, shape and manage the finance department and bring financial insight to all areas of decision making.
Overview of the role
Overseeing and continuously improving our financial systems, controls and processes
Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team
Producing management accounts and reports to funders
Analysis of financial performance and drivers
Leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
Cash and treasury management
Prepare statutory accounts and run the external audit processes.
VAT checks and returns
Ensuring compliance with charity, company and tax regulations and funder requirements
More information and a Job Description can be found on our website.
Transforming lives through stories



Location: Hybrid working - Part London office-based (E14) and part home working. The post holder will work a minimum of one day a week in the office.
Salary: £56,875 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Closing date: Wednesday 1 July 2026 midnight
Interview date: Wednesday 15 July 2026 in person in our London office
This is a permanent role.
Who we are looking for
Breakthrough T1D is the UK’s leading type 1 diabetes charity, dedicated to funding research, advocating for change, and supporting the T1D community. We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance to help us ensure the finance function is fit for purpose so that we can deliver our ambitious 10-year strategy.
Reporting to the Director of Finance & IT, this is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility for the day–to–day management of the finance function, responsible for monthly financial reporting including quarterly reforecasts and co ordinating the annual budget as well as partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation.You will also lead on the annual accounts and external audit.
Managing a team of 3 (2.2 FTE), you will ensure the organisation continues to deliver robust financial control, insightful charity reporting and effective support to operational teams.
Experience required
You’ll be/have:
CCAB qualified financial professional (or finalist)
Experience working for a charity in a senior finance role with fundraised income of £1m or more
Strong business partnering skills and experience working closely with senior operational leaders.
Strong financial reporting, controls and systems confidence
Ability to work both strategically and hands–on
Familiar with the charity SORP
Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams
Excellent accounting, analytical, and communication skills allied with a pragmatic and solution focused approach.
About Breakthrough T1D
Breakthrough T1D is the world’s leading charitable research funder into type 1 diabetes, improving lives until we find the cure. We are dedicated to our 400,000 strong type 1 community in the UK and work closely with our international affiliates across the world, including the US, Canada and Australia.
You will find a vibrant atmosphere and spirited team at Breakthrough T1D, always striving to make a difference to people living with type 1.
Employee benefits
As an employer we offer:
Hybrid working arrangements
Flexible working and will consider compressed hours
Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days per year plus bank holidays for full-time staff with leave increasing after three and five years’ service
Health cash plan that allows you to claim for some treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy treatment
Season ticket and cycle loan
Pension scheme
Family-friendly policies – maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave at enhanced rates
Personalised training to suit your career aspirations and professional development
Breakthrough T1D is an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age.
Improving lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent, and, ultimately, cure T1D and its complications
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Goodman Masson are working with a prestigious London based University as they a recruit for a new Head of Faculty Finance.
The finance function is currently undergoing an ambitious, institution-wide transformation. As part of a major strategic priority to strengthen financial control, compliance, and process efficiency, they have consolidated their distributed finance teams into a brand-new, centralised business-focused unit. They are now seeking a visionary, high-calibre financial leader to head this newly established division.
The Role
You will report directly to the Director of Finance Business Partnering. You will lead, shape, and embed a newly created team tasked with delivering high-quality, consistent front-line financial support across all internal departments and divisions.
This is a high-profile, transformative leadership role. You will be fully accountable for embedding new ways of working, driving data quality, streamlining processes, and ensuring robust financial management, planning, and forecasting. Furthermore, you will act as a critical advisory partner to senior stakeholders, translating complex financial performance into actionable strategy.
Key Responsibilities
The Ideal Candidate
You will be a resilient, collaborative leader who thrives in complex, large-scale environments. You should possess:
Salary range is £85,000 - £98,000 (Depending on Experience) plus excellent benefits including:
The deadline for applications is Friday 3rd of July. Please apply ASAP to ensure you are considered.
Director of Finance and Systems
Are you a qualified accountant with experience at a senior level in a finance role?
We are looking for a Director of Finance and Systems to join the Strategy Team, responsible for shaping the organisations long-term strategy and financial sustainability.
Working for an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.
Position: Director of Finance and Systems
Location: Hybrid working: two days a week in the Bolton or London offices (based in White City) combined with home-working and travel across our Youth Zone network as required.
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week)
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Agile working with flexibility in working hours; 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to a maximum of 30 days); birthday leave, additional annual leave purchase scheme; company matched pension; company sick, maternity, paternity & adoption pay; Employee Assistance Programme, active and engaged networks to join (including Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) and access to Charity Worker discounts.
Closing Date: 12noon on Wednesday 8 July 2026 (We may close this role early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.)
First stage interviews (virtual): Wednesday 15 July 2026
Second stage interviews (in-person): w/c 27 July 2026
There will also be a short, values-based phone interview between Stage 1 and 2.
About the Role
As a key member of the Executive Team, you will partner closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to develop and deliver a financially resilient and scalable organisation, supporting both the charity’s and its growing national network of independent Youth Zone charities.
You will lead the organisation’s finance, systems and data capability ensuring strong financial stewardship, high-quality insight for decision-making, and efficient, innovative ways of working.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial and operational model of one of the UK’s most ambitious youth charities, with influence extending across a growing national network.
Key areas of responsibility include:
About You
You will be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB recognised) with strong leadership skills and the ability to develop team members to their full potential
You will have experience of
Above all, you’re motivated by purpose and excited by the opportunity to help deliver spaces that enable young people to thrive.
About the Organisation
A national charity that believes all young people should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose that fund and build state-of-the-art, multimillion-pound youth centres called Youth Zones in the country’s most economically disadvantaged areas. The organisation trains the amazing people that run them and offers continuing support to youth zones nationwide through a national network of independent youth charities.
It’s about opportunity.
You may have experience in areas such as Accountant, Business Account, Finance Manager, Director of Finance, Head of Finance, Finance and Systems, Director of Finance and Systems, Finance and Systems Manager, Finance and Systems Lead.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
Job Title: Interim Director of Finance (12-18 months)
Location: London/United Kingdom - Candidates can work remotely with occasional travel to the office
Contract: 12 months Fixed Term contract with the possibility of extension
Salary: UK £120,000 to £135,000
Working pattern: Full-Time initially, with the option to go to 4 days after 3 months if required
About FILE
The Foundation for International Law for the Environment (FILE) is a not-for-profit philanthropic organisation working to accelerate legal action on climate change.
Through grant-making and in-house legal expertise, we empower our partners to deliver strategic, innovative legal interventions and we support lawyers in their own countries to bring their own cases.
Legal action can unlock the systemic changes in finance, policy and social systems needed to protect all of us from climate change. The power of the law is both direct (changing policy and practice) and indirect (signalling the wider shifts taking place across these systems).
FILE is a ‘regrantor’ - this means we do not bring legal action in our own name. We receive grants from our philanthropic donors and make onwards grants to partners who align with FILE’s charitable aims and purposes. We do not seek to make any profit from our activities either in a relevant financial year or in the longer term.
The Role
We are looking for an exceptional interim finance leader to join FILE during a period of organisational transition, as we shape our strategy for the next three years and review our long-term leadership structure.
This is a strictly interim appointment, created to provide visible senior leadership across our Finance function while FILE undertakes a wider review of its long-term organisational design and permanent leadership arrangements.
As Interim Director of Finance, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, partnering closely with the Executive Director, Supervisory Board, and senior leaders to ensure strong financial stewardship and sharp strategic insight. You will lead a talented finance team and help build the foundations for our future operating model.
This is an opportunity for a senior finance leader who enjoys combining financial rigour with strategic influence, is energised by complexity, and is motivated by helping an ambitious organisation maximise its impact on climate justice and environmental law.
The role spans across four core areas: strategic and team leadership, financial strategy planning and analysis, finance operations and systems, and risk and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic and Team Leadership (20%)
As an interim Senior Leadership Team member during a period of organisational change, you will ensure the development, delivery and assessment of FILE's Strategic Plan, supporting collective SLT decision-making and accountability. You will advise the Executive Director and boards on financial governance, lead a high-performing finance team, provide independent challenge to strategic decisions, and represent FILE with auditors, banks, donors and other external stakeholders.
Financial Strategy, Planning and Analysis (30%)
You will hold overall accountability for FILE's long-term financial planning, budgeting, scenario modelling and reporting, ensuring financial sustainability and acting as a thought partner to senior leadership and boards. This includes supporting fundraising and grantmaking with high-quality financial insight, stewarding donor funds effectively, and maintaining a reserves strategy aligned to FILE's mission and risk appetite.
Finance Operations and Systems (20%)
You will hold overall accountability for finance operations including compliance, taxation, audit and treasury management, with day-to-day execution delegated to the Head of Finance. Responsibilities include cashflow forecasting, foreign exchange and banking relationships, and supporting the development of a finance systems roadmap to harmonise platforms across the FILE network.
Risk and Compliance (30%)
You will lead financial risk identification, assessment and mitigation across the organisation, overseeing the development, implementation and evaluation of finance policies and procedures to ensure consistent compliance with relevant local laws, tax regulations and donor requirements, underpinned by strong internal and external assurance including statutory and donor audits.
Key Outcomes
About you
We know that long lists of criteria can be discouraging and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
We also recognise that skills and experience can be gained in unexpected places, so we welcome applications from candidates who feel they have relevant skills for the role, gained from a wide range of professional, lived and learned experiences.
Essential criteria
Technical Skills
Power Skills
Working for FILE
FILE is a collaborative community of individuals who share a passion for climate, nature, and justice. We bring together knowledge and experience to support our mission.
Our people are empowered to lead their work both individually and as part of a wider team in order to make impactful change. As a relatively young organisation with the ambitious mission to change global systems, our roles are ideally suited to those who are strategic, innovative and collaborative, and open to growing in line with the Foundation.
FILE is committed to challenging systemic injustice. Our ability to do so is strengthened by the diversity of our partners and staff. Our mission, work and impact is global, with staff and partners from across the world and a range of lived experiences. We are actively working to create a culture where colleagues feel welcomed, heard and supported to succeed and thrive.
How FILE supports its staff
FILE is committed to creating a workplace that supports our staff to do their best work and develop professionally. FILE offers a generous annual leave policy and additional time-off work to support wellbeing. Amongst other benefits, FILE offers private healthcare, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave, enhanced sick leave, flexibility working remotely and also abroad and a matching contribution to a pension scheme.
Applications
Please apply on our website and upload your CV and Cover Letter. This role is open for applications immediately and we accept applications on a rolling basis but we will not accept any applications after 01 July 2026. If you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
Representation and Culture
FILE recognises the under-representation of historically marginalised communities and individuals in climate, nature and philanthropy spaces. We are committed to developing an organisation that represents the world we are looking to protect, and building a culture that supports this.
We are keen to hear from people belonging to communities that are often under-represented in climate justice and philanthropy, including those from the Global Majority, LGBTQIA+ communities, and Disabled communities, as well as others with experience of marginalisation and those belonging to more than one of these communities.
FILE is committed to building policies and practices that ensure no current or prospective employee is discriminated against on the basis of disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
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Head of Finance
Location: Fully remote with flexible working arrangements. You must be able to travel 1-2 times per month for a team day in Bristol, Reading, or London, for which expenses will be covered.
Salary: £46,350 - £49,440 depending on experience
Contract: Part-time (0.8 FTE, 4 days per week), Permanent. We are flexible with how these hours are worked - working pattern to be discussed with the successful candidate.
Closing date: Monday 13 July
Interview date: Week commencing 27 July
Start Date: ASAP - this is a new role
Reporting to: Operations Director
Direct Reports: Finance Officer
Role Purpose
The Head of Finance plays a key role in supporting Good Faith's financial health, sustainability and growth. Working closely with the Operations Director and colleagues across the organisation, they provide the financial insight, systems and support that help teams make informed decisions, deliver impactful work and plan confidently for the future.
The role combines hands-on financial management with the ongoing development of financial systems, tools and processes to support Good Faith's growth and evolving needs.
Working in partnership with the Operations Director, Senior Leadership Team, thematic project delivery ("track") leadership teams and project leads, the Head of Finance helps promote sound financial stewardship, clear reporting and responsible use of resources.
The role also provides financial management support to Good Faith Foundation, working alongside its trustees and Charity Development Lead.
The Head of Finance line manages the Finance Officer, supporting their development and helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting
Support the effective management of Good Faith's finances, helping to ensure accurate reporting, strong financial stewardship and long-term sustainability.
Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cashflow reporting.
Provide clear, timely financial reporting and insight to support decision-making by the Operations Director, Senior Leadership Team and Board.
Help colleagues understand organisational financial performance, identifying trends, opportunities and areas requiring attention.
Work closely with the Operations Director to develop and improve financial systems, controls, policies and processes that support effective decision-making and organisational growth.
Coordinate month-end and year-end reporting processes.
Build positive working relationships with external accountants, banks and other professional advisers.
Maintain compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations and statutory requirements.
Budgeting, Forecasting and Planning
Coordinate the annual budgeting process, working collaboratively with SLT and Directors across the organisation.
Maintain GF’s financial forecast and support scenario planning to inform decision-making and future priorities.
Monitor organisational, track and project budgets against performance and support teams to understand and respond to variances.
Provide financial insight and recommendations that help colleagues balance ambition with sustainability.
Support business planning and provide analysis to inform significant organisational investment and spending decisions.
Project Finance
Work alongside track leadership teams and project leads to develop, manage and monitor project and track budgets.
Produce project and track-level financial reporting and analysis, including profitability reporting.
Help project teams understand financial information and use it confidently in decision-making.
Provide practical financial support and guidance to help achieve GF’s organisational objectives while making the best use of available resources.
Warm Welcome Campaign
Work closely with the Warm Welcome Head of Operations and Leadership Team, providing financial support on budgeting, reporting and forecasting.
Ensure expenditure is accurately recorded, appropriately authorised and aligned with financial policies.
Produce regular financial dashboards and reporting, highlighting budget variances, emerging risks and opportunities for improved efficiency.
Provide insight and recommendations that support effective decision-making and responsible resource management.
Cashflow, Reserves and Financial Sustainability
Monitor and report on cashflow, reserves and wider financial performance, helping SLT plan for the future.
Manage and process supplier and payroll payments, ensuring appropriate controls and approvals are in place and payments are made accurately and on time.
Work with the Finance Officer to monitor debtor and creditor performance, supporting the timely collection of income and effective management of liabilities.
Provide financial insight and scenario planning that supports sustainable growth, informed decision-making and long-term resilience.
Support to Good Faith Foundation
Provide financial management support to the Good Faith Foundation.
Oversee the preparation of quarterly management accounts by external accountants, alongside budgets and financial reports as required.
Support trustees and the Charity Development Lead with financial information, insight and analysis.
Help maintain appropriate financial controls, governance and compliance arrangements.
Team Management
Line manage, support and develop the Finance Officer, creating opportunities for learning and professional growth.
Review and oversee bookkeeping, reconciliations and transactional finance processes.
Help foster a collaborative, supportive and efficient finance function that supports colleagues across GF.
Contribute to a positive team culture that reflects Good Faith's values.
Governance and Compliance
Help ensure GF maintains high standards of governance, accountability and financial compliance.
Support statutory record-keeping and coordinate company secretarial filings and documentation.
Coordinate the preparation and submission of VAT returns, annual accounts, corporation tax returns and other regulatory filings, working with external accountants as required.
Act as a trusted point of contact for external accountants, auditors, legal advisers and other professional advisers.
Coordinate annual insurance renewals and maintain records of key organisational licences, registrations and financial policies.
As needed, support audits, compliance reviews and risk management activities, helping to ensure appropriate documentation, controls and procedures are maintained.
Person Specification
Essential Experience
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least 2-3 years' working experience
Experience managing finance functions within an SME, consultancy, social enterprise, charity or purpose-led organisation.
Experience preparing management accounts, budgets and forecasts.
Good understanding of UK financial reporting, tax and compliance requirements.
Experience managing cashflow and financial planning.
Proficiency in accounting software (Xero) and Microsoft Excel/Google Workspace.
Essential Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate financial information clearly and confidently to non-finance colleagues.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people.
The ability to balance financial sustainability with organisational ambition and social impact.
Desirable
Experience in consultancy, professional services, social enterprise or charitable sectors.
Experience managing the finances of grant-funded projects
Experience supporting boards, trustees or senior leadership teams.
Knowledge of charity finance and governance requirements.
Experience supporting and developing colleagues through line management.
Personal Attributes
Collaborative and relationship-focused, with a genuine desire to support others.
Inclusive in approach and committed to building positive working relationships
Proactive and solutions-oriented, with the confidence to improve systems and ways of working.
Trustworthy, accountable and able to exercise sound judgement.
Comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving organisation.
Able to balance ambition with pragmatism, helping the organisation make the most of its resources.
Committed to Good Faith's mission, values and the positive impact of our work.
Key Relationships
Operations Director
Senior Leadership Team
Project Leads
Thematic project delivery leadership teams
Finance Officer
Good Faith Foundation Charity Development Lead and Trustees
External accountants and professional advisers
Clients, funders and other partners as required
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