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We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, solution focused finance professional to join our central team as Finance Administrator. Used to taking day to day transaction processing in your stride, you’ll use your experience to be part of ensuring that we have the business information needed for decision making across the charity.
Starlight is a small team with a lot to deliver so a can-do attitude is critical; we all roll our sleeves up and do what’s needed to make things happen for our children, families and healthcare professionals. You’ll have a real desire for effective working, enjoy finding ways to improve the efficiency of our financial systems and processes and be experienced in working across an organisation to be a true partner to our passionate, supportive and dedicated Starlight team.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you’ll be part of our small but highly effective Finance team. Underpinning the delivery of services to our children, families and health professionals and the fundraising which makes that possible, the team is dedicated to great governance - both decision making and compliance – bringing business thinking to all that we do, strong financial management and much more. Evidence-based decision-making is at the heart of all we do which requires reliable and timely information; our finance team is responsible for ensuring we always have the strong and relevant financial information as we work to deliver our realistically ambitious three-year plan.
As our Finance Administrator, you’ll have the chance to have a real impact on the charity’s ability to raise funds and deliver services. This role will enable the finance team to evolve in response to the changing needs of the organisation and to help lead on the delivery of our strategic aims. As Finance Administrator you’ll take care of the transactional work, be committed to collaborating across the organisation, and be a key part of shaping the work of the finance team.
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Job Title: Finance Officer
Location: Belfast or Sligo (with responsibilities in both regions)
Salary: £28,000/€32,200 per annum pro rata
Hours: 18 hours per week
Role Brief:
The Rio Ferdinand Foundation are recruiting an experienced Finance Officer to oversee the financial monitoring and reporting of an exciting new cross-border PEACE Academy programme in Belfast and Sligo, funded by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB)
The aim of this new three-year programme, is to deliver and evidence a PEACE Academy pathway of engagement, learning, social action and employability that will inspire young people from communities in Northern Ireland and Ireland to create shared experiences and build a long-term response to sectarianism, racism and hate on a cross community and cross border basis.
KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
This role will:
§ Work with Director of Development and Programme Manager to implement appropriate financial processes around the programme.
§ Oversee all expenditure requests, in line with the Foundation’s Financial Controls Policy
§ Be the key point of contact for any finance related queries relating to the programme.
§ Track and monitor all expenditure for the programme, in line with agreed budgets and cashflow forecasts.
§ Collate and send the Director of Development monthly actuals reports reconciled against forecasts alerting them to any deviations from planned budgets.
§ Collate monthly invoices and expenditure receipts to share with the bookkeeping team ahead of monthly payment run deadlines.
§ Collate monthly timesheets, cross-reference for final sign off and send to payroll for processing ahead of the monthly deadline.
§ Ensure all programme expenditure is shared with the bookkeeping team for uploading to our accounting software Xero clearly marked to aid filing under the appropriate cost centre and category.
§ Oversee financial reporting and income draw down under the PEACE Academy programme.
§ Provide regular financial reports to the Programme Manager and Directors as required
§ Work with our Admin Officer on the financial administration of the programme.
Person Specification/Key skills:
§ Degree level education in finance/accounting or similar experience
§ At least two years finance officer experience
§ Experience of financial administration for complex projects working in multiple currencies.
§ Experience of third sector financial reporting for a range of funders
§ Experience of working on SEUPB PEACEPLUS programmes (desirable)
§ Ability to build positive working relationships with young people, community stakeholders, colleagues and partners
§ An interest in youth and community development work
§ Ability to prioritise and manage workload in a fast-paced environment
§ Competent working independently as well as part of a small team
§ A confident communicator with good written and spoken English
§ IT skills including Microsoft office and XERO accounting software (essential)
§ Experience in writing financial reports and financial draw down processes
§ Positive and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude.
Role Requirements
At Rio Ferdinand Foundation, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.
If as a disabled applicant (as defined under the Equality Act 2010) you would like to request that your application is considered under our Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) please let us know.
As part of our commitment to safeguarding, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Access NI check.
Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in Ireland and the UK.
Application Deadline - Sunday 28th of July
Interviews – Monday 4th of August
We are a movement of students sharing and living out the good news of Jesus Christ. Locally. Nationally. Globally.
IFES ministry is supported behind the scenes by International Services based in Asia, the UK, and the USA.
IFES supports and connects students living out the gospel as witnesses in the university in more than 180 countries worldwide. At the heart of everything we do is the desire to see students thriving as communities of disciples, transformed by the gospel and impacting the university, the church and society for the glory of Christ.
Do you want to use your expertise in financial administration to serve God? Are you passionate about students around the world encountering Jesus? Then, join us! Use your finance administrative skills to build strong teams that provide fruitful ministry around the world.
WOULD YOU JOIN US?
To support this important work, we are looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Finance Administrator to join our finance team. In this role, you will provide essential administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of our financial processes. Working closely with another Finance Administrator, you will handle the transactional tasks that keep our finance function running efficiently. Your contribution will be vital in helping us serve our staff and national movements around the world.
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SALARY: G £27,764 - £32,036
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CONTRACT: Permanent
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LOCATION: Oxford with Flexible and hybrid working options
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PENSION/BENEFITS: 10% employer pension contributions, life insurance, and a generous annual leave allowance.
COULD THIS BE YOU?
The successful candidate will have a gift for administration, a high level of numeracy, excellent attention to detail, and strong verbal and written communication skills. We are searching for someone with a positive experience of working in a team, as well as the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
If you recognise the importance of evangelical student ministry and are looking for a fulfilling role in a forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you.
You can find out more information about the job in this Position Profile. You can also find our Doctrinal Basis Statement. You can read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
To apply for this role, please click the above “Apply for This Job” button and complete the online application form.
IFES is committed to providing equal opportunities and recruiting and developing a diverse workforce, so we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. We would be grateful if you could complete the Equal Opportunities Formand upload it to your application. Please note this is voluntary and the information will be used for monitoring purposes only.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5.00 pm, 30 July 2025
INTERVIEW DATE: Monday, 4 August 2025 in Oxford
Our primary calling is to pioneer and nurture a nationally led student witness in every country of the world. The work of International Services is to support this frontline ministry.
IFES is an organisation with a distinctive Christian ethos. This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement under provisions made in the Equality Act 2010. Applicants should therefore demonstrate a firm Christian commitment and agree with the IFES doctrinal basis and ethos statement.
This job will not qualify for a Certificate of Sponsorship, so you will have to prove you have other means to work legally in the UK before we would consider your application.
IFES is a movement of students sharing and living out the good news of Jesus Christ. Locally. Nationally. Globally.





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A Finance Officer is required within our vital and growing community organisation to; manage financial systems, create and report on finance to the trustee board and stakeholders of the Loughborough Community Centre.
What you would do:
Oversight and day to day management of the organisational financial systems, including:
- Using Quick Books, spreadsheets to track expenses and company spending.
- Company payroll, tax and financial auditing.
- Keeping well-organised files and records of business financial activity.
- Archive of reports, receipts, and other financial evidence.
- Keeping financial databases up to date.
- Interacting with customers either on the phone or in person.
- Following up on business financial communications, billing, and ordering.
- Communicating with funders, suppliers and vendors.
- Company Invoicing.
- Using Quick Books, spreadsheets to track expenses and company spending.
- Collecting and inputting company data within the financial systems.
- Learning about the company's mission and available products/services.
- Assist with financial technical support.
- Acting as a personal assistant to the Director and/or board of LCC for financial matters.
- Giving feedback on finance efficiency and suggesting possible improvements.
Please apply by sending your CV and covering letter.
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Who we are
Chefs in Schools is a young, ambitious charity that’s rapidly growing. Our mission is to improve kids' health, through improving school food & food education. Working in areas of high deprivation, we support and train schools and their kitchen teams to serve the best, freshest and tastiest food possible, alongside meaningful food education. We share our learning and resources freely, aiming to inspire and enable others to follow our lead.
We’re backed by some of the biggest names in food and have ambitious targets to ensure every child has access to incredible school food and food education, setting them up for life with the skills and knowledge to feed themselves well.
About you and the role
This is a pivotal role, at a pivotal moment for us. We are entering a critical growth phase, which includes rapidly expanding our own operations and managing significant external partnership. As Head of Finance & Systems, you will be accountable for ensuring we have the right systems and structures in place to grow at pace without detriment to good governance.
The purpose of this role is to lead on our finance strategy, and ensure all of our systems, reporting and processes are helping to drive forward the charity and deliver on our objectives at scale. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Directors to ensure that financial planning is effective and supported by accurate data analysis. You will report directly to Trustees as required and ensure that the highest standards of transparency and probity are maintained.
You will be joining the team during a period of growth in the size and complexity of our delivery. We currently have 24 employees and anticipate growing significantly in the next twelve months. You will have a crucial role in shaping our systems and processes to ensure we can scale effectively, both our existing programmes and a new membership-based programme that is in development. We’re looking for an experienced finance professional with an interest in effectively using technology and systems to drive efficiency, without compromising on accuracy or compliance.
You will oversee all financial administration, ensuring this is carried out proficiently and in line with all legal and regulatory requirements, including ultimate responsibility for ensuring that all statutory filings are made accurately and on time. Your role will also encompass ensuring that we operate within legal & regulatory frameworks and stay up to date with changes in relevant legislation.
The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don’t meet every requirement, but feel as though you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we would urge you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important ‘experience’ is passion for our mission. You may be just the right candidate for this, or other roles.
We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you’re at ease. We’re an inclusive employer and work hard to create a welcoming working environment for everyone, including appointing a neurodiversity champion to help us identify how we can make our work environment work for everyone. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know.
As we work with children & young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy.
Key responsibilities:
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Developing a comprehensive financial strategy that supports the delivery of the charity’s objectives and activities
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Developing our systems strategy, including reviewing suitability of our current systems (Quickbooks for accountancy, Beacon CRM, PLEO for expenses management, Survey Monkey for data collection etc. ) and ensuring optimal use of systems, maximising automation, and using AI where appropriate.
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Constantly seeking to develop and improve the organisation’s financial systems, policies and procedures to promote dynamic, best practice and up-to-date application of tools, systems and approaches
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Leading and developing the Finance and Office Manager and ensuring effective support from the external book-keeping team.
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Lead on creation of the annual budget, working closely with Directors.
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Advising the Chief Executive, team and Trustees, ensuring that benefits and risks of decisions are fully considered and fit with the overall financial strategy
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Oversee sound financial administration, management and governance across the organisation, ensuring robust financial controls in place and operating effectively.
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Provide leadership and guidance to all things finance related, providing mentoring and support to the team, and coaching on financial awareness.
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Accountability for monitoring that the organisation’s services are, and will, run to budget, supporting budget holders and reporting promptly on risks
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Have ultimate oversight of the external audit and production of the statutory accounts, supported in delivery of this by the Finance & Office Manager
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Oversee production of management accounts and bespoke financial reports, including accurate forecasting, incisive analysis and accessible narrative commentary, ensuring decision-makers have the information they need.
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Forecasting cash flow and managing the treasury position.
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Support the Partnerships & Impact team and Programme Managers with financial inputs to funding proposals and ensure restricted funds are used in compliance with grant conditions.
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Oversight of finance, governance and basic HR administration, supporting the Finance and Office Manager with high profile or complex queries, seeking specialist advice on financial or compliance matters as required
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Ensuring GDPR compliance across the organisation
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Leading an effective risk management process.
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Ensuring the organisation’s compliance with charity law, in accordance with the Charity Commission in England & Wales and all financial reporting requirements.
Skills & experience:
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You have interest and belief in our mission, to improve kids’ health through improving food and food education in schools
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You have full or partial qualification through an accredited accountancy body
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You have experience in a senior finance role (e.g., Director, Head of) in any sector, and some experience within a finance function in the 3rd sector (in particular familiarity with Charities SORP and experience of administering restricted funds).
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You have experience of audit
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You enjoy a mix of leadership and rolling up sleeves to get hands on
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You take a pragmatic and dynamic approach to robust financial management
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You can turn complex and dry data, into clear and engaging narrative
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You have project managed the implementation of new systems (accountancy / CRM / data) and have a good awareness of new technologies
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You are organised, methodical, strong on detail, and able to map out deadlines and plan ahead
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You are skilled in leading a team and building rapport with people, and strike a balance between being supportive and challenging
Benefits
You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who works hard but believe in a healthy work/life balance. We were voted one of CODE Hospitality’s happiest places to work in 2024. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you’ll be able to contribute to and draw on various projects and strategic insights.
We offer 33 days of holiday per year including bank holidays, 3 additional office closure days over the Christmas period as well as wellbeing days over the summer school holidays. We also have a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, enhanced parental leave, and free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice.
We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the Aviva Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.
Application process
In line with our commitment to ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we invite candidates to answer a series of questions related to their day-to-day job. Please follow this link to answer the questions and submit your application along with your CV.
We recommend that you develop your answers offline and copy them in when you’re ready to ensure you don’t lose your work if interrupted.
Your answers will go through our sifting process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers. A long list of candidates will then additionally have their CVs reviewed. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 30 mins online interview. Successful candidates will be invited to attend a second, in-person interview at our office in Brixton, London.
Expected duration of this application process: 7 weeks
First interviews will be held on Thurs 14th Aug.
Second interviews will be held on Weds 20th Aug.
We’re on a mission to transform kids’ health through food – plate by plate, class by class, school by school.





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How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your reason for applying and how your past work experiences make you suitability for the role. Please find more information on our website
· Deadline: Sunday 27th July
Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time if we receive a high volume of applications or if a suitable candidate is found, therefore we suggest submitting your application as soon as you can.
This post is:
- subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for a disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.
- Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
The Angelou Centre is aware that those of the global majority are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and requirement. So, if you are excited by the role, but your past experience doesn’t quite match every requirement we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the person we are looking for.
Role Overview
Contract: Full-time permanent
Salary: £34,944 to £43,134 (per hour £19.20 to £23.70)
Depending on experience and qualifications
Hours & Days 35 hours a week
Monday to Fridays 9am to 5pm
Additional benefits 25 days paid holiday,
employer’s pension contribution of 6%,
enhanced maternity leave
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne/Hybrid
As Finance Manager for The Angelou Centre you will have a key leadership position. You will be responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of our finances, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements while ensuring our services are sustainable through sound financial planning. You will work closely with the Executive Director and Trustee Board to provide accurate insights and projections that support long-term growth and resilience.
You will play a pivotal role in reviewing and establishing a robust finance and administrative system and procedures, managing risks and ensuring our charity finances can support delivery of our mission. You will also contribute to the development of funding applications, tenders, and financial strategies. You will play a key role in supporting funding applications, demonstrating impact through financial reporting, and building processes that enable future growth.
Our ideal candidate is someone who;
- Is an experienced charity finance professional with strong technical knowledge
- Has at least 5 years of experience in a leadership and management role or similar position
- Is confident working with VAT (including partial exemption) and income from trading
- Is strategic, reliable and keen to contribute to the long-term financial sustainability of a values-led organisation
- Is confident and pro-active in supporting The Angelou Centre’s mission and vision
Key Responsibilities
Financial Oversight
- Lead all aspects of day-to-day financial operations
- Prepare accurate monthly and quarterly management accounts to be presented to the Trustees and Executive Director
- Develop and maintain budgets for the whole organisation and departments
- Monitor and report on VAT liability, ensuring accurate submissions and VAT reclaim where appropriate
- Maintain oversight of payroll and pensions in collaboration with external providers
- Manage the weekly payment run, process invoices, and maintain accurate creditor and PO records
- Deliver informal training or guidance to non-finance staff on PO systems, coding, and budget monitoring
- Track income and expenditure from trading activities
- Provide guidance on appropriate financial structures for future potential trading subsidiaries or CICs
Strategic Planning & Compliance
- Lead financial forecasting and modelling for future sustainability
- Work closely with the Executive Director on strategic financial planning
- Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House, and HMRC
- Maintain and update financial policies and internal controls to manage risk
Grant Fund Management
- Monitor and report on restricted/unrestricted funds
- Produce accurate financial reports for funders and external stakeholders
- Support funding bids and tenders with accurate financial projections
- Track grant expenditure against budgets, flagging overspend/underspend and supporting compliance with funder requirements
Governance & Audit
- Liaise with auditors for year-end accounts and ensure timely audit preparation
- Support Trustees and Finance Sub-Committee with relevant and timely financial reporting
- Assist in presenting financial information to the Board in an accessible and informative manner
In order to deliver services effectively, a degree of flexibility is required and the post holder may be required to perform work not specifically referred to above. Such duties however, will fall within the scope of the job at the appropriate grade. This job description will be subjected to review with the post holder, to ensure that it accurately reflects the duties and range of the post. The aim is to improve the quality of service for black and racialized women and all matters relating to their wellbeing.
Person Specification
Experience & Knowledge
- Significant experience in a senior finance role within the charity sector
- Strong knowledge of charity financial compliance, SORP, and statutory reporting
- Experience of fund management, VAT returns, and management accounts
- Skilled in financial planning, reporting, and budgeting
- Proficiency in QuickBooks or similar accounting software
- Advanced Excel and analytical skills
- Experience preparing for audits and liaising with external auditors
- Experience managing a full finance function including payroll, management accounts, and funder reporting
Qualifications
- Minimum: AAT Level 4 or equivalent experience
- Desirable: Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA)
Skills & Abilities
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to translate complex financial information to non-financial audiences
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Ability to work independently and proactively
Values & Approach
- Commitment to anti-racist, trauma-informed, and feminist practice.
- Empathy, kindness, and cultural competence, with a commitment to supporting Black and racially minoritised women
- Has a ‘can do’ positive approach with a curious open to learning approach
- Able to priorities workload and work independently using your own initiative
- Has a commitment to shared responsibility in a team context approach
- Willingness to undertake training and show a commitment to continuous personal development, reflecting on own practice with a willingness to make changes if needed
Desirable
- Experience supporting income-generating/trading arms within a charity
- Knowledge of becoming VAT registered and how it applies to charities
- Experience producing financial reports for grant monitoring or tenders
- Experience training others on finance processes or systems
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We are looking for an enthusiastic and capable Finance Manager who will provide accurate and timely financial reporting for the denomination, advise budget holders and senior stakeholders on all financial related matters, have oversight of a small finance team and provide support to local congregational treasurers on charity finance and best practice.
The Finance Manager will have strong accounting skills, be experienced in financial reporting, be highly organised and self-motivated and will have a desire to manage Church finances well. Experience of charity finance and guiding non-finance stakeholders would be helpful.
There is an Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010 for the post holder to be a committed Christian. As such, the successful candidate will be a Christian with an active commitment in a local church congregation, who is supportive of the values, aims and ethos of the Free Church of Scotland.
This Finance Manager role is based in the Central Office in Edinburgh with the option of some remote working. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to use their professional skills in a vocational Christian role.
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Please submit the Application Form (or CV and covering letter) by 10am on Monday 11th August. It is anticipated that interviews will take place in Edinburgh on Monday 25th August.
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We are looking for a Senior Finance Officer to play a key role in delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial support across the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong finance skills and a passion for the charity sector to contribute to meaningful environmental impact.
To support the Finance Manager in producing management accounts, maintaining financial controls, and ensuring compliance with charity accounting standards. Also to work closely with project managers, funders, and external auditors.
Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure, Contributory pension scheme, Hybrid working offered post-probation, Training and professional development, friendly, values-driven team environment.
This is a full-time post (35 hours per week).
We aim to be an equal opportunity employer and are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment.
Being a charity we hope all recruitment agencies will appreciate that we want to save money where possible - so thank you, but unless we get in touch, we don't need you help with this role quite yet.
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Location: Hybrid, Old Street, London
Department: Finance
Salary: £48,863 per annum
Hours: 34.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Fixed-term
Plan International UK is a global children’s charity striving for an equal world. One where every child can reach their full potential and every girl can choose her own future.
We bring people together to protect children’s rights and keep girls safe, in school and in control of their bodies – even when disaster strikes. And we won’t stop until we are all equal.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented and dynamic finance professional to join our Finance Team. This is a temporary role, covering a period of leave for the current Finance Business Partner. This role forms part of the Financial Planning & Analysis team, working with budget holders to provide relevant insightful financial reporting, to understand the units key financial and non-financial drivers and to extract the key findings into a clear and concise story for the Plan UK leadership team.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Finance professional, preferably with prior experience at an international charity, to seamlessly slot into a role that provides essential financial guidance and expertise for multiple stakeholders. You must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with people of varying seniority across the organisation, have excellent attention to detail and not be afraid to ask questions and challenge the way we do things.
If this sounds like you, and you have a genuine passion for our values, feminist leadership principles and vision, we would love to hear from you!
For further detail of this role, please see the job profile.
Please note that this is a fixed-term contract of up to 12 months to cover the absence of the permanent post holder.
The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Monday 21 July 2025
Interviews will take place on the week commencing Monday 28 June 2025
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people and adults in our work. We, therefore, apply rigorous recruitment and selection processes to ensure that only those who are suitable are recruited to work for us. Accordingly, appointment to all our roles is subject to a range of vetting checks including a Basic DBS check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working for us; this will depend on the circumstances of any offences
Plan International UK is committed to being an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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Do you have a meticulous eye for numbers and a desire to support a great cause? We’re hiring a Finance Assistant to support the smooth and accurate financial operations of the charity, ensuring all transactions are recorded and processed in a timely manner. This role is key to helping the charity to manage its resources efficiently and transparently.
Find out more in the candidate pack on our website.
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As Director of Finance you will lead on all financial aspects of the transtion as the Movement for Reform Judaism and Liberal Judaism merge to form a single unified organsation, Progressive Judaism. This post will provide crucuial oversight during this period of change, laying foundations for strong financial governance and operational excellence in the new entity.
Working closely with CEOs, senior staff and trustees across both organisations, you will oversee the creation and implementation of robust financial systems, controls and reporting lines whilst ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Managing and supporting a finance team, you will ensure continuity of outsourced finance services to existing partner organisaitons during the transition as well as ensure continuity of high-quality financial services across both MRJ and LJ.
As a qualified accountant you will have strong exerpeince in charity finance, including SORP and audit preparation. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset, with the ability to manage competing priorities is essential. With proven experience in mangaging organisational change or mergers, you will be an excellent people leader with oustanding communicaiton skills.
So why join us? You will be part of a progressive, values-driven movement at a historic moment of transformation! You will work with passionate colleagues and board members, helping to build infrastructure that supports vibrant, inclusive Jewish communities across the UK.
Assistant Finance Business Partner
(SEO)
£41,055 - £44,415 (National)
+ £5,000 Accountancy Allowance or £2,500 Part Qualification Allowance
The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 50% of the government’s office estate. We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. We are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team.
Representing the best covenant in the UK – His Majesty’s Government – we are leading ground-breaking programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme and Net Zero Programme, as well as delivering modern and cost-effective real estate service solutions.
Innovation and progress are at the heart of our behaviours. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged, and we’re dedicated to becoming a leading, inclusive employer both in the external market and throughout the Civil Service. Our strong emphasis on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is not just about driving inclusion across our organisation, it is also about ensuring our services meet the needs of government departments and the civil servants who use our spaces.
Join our dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth. We are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape our future direction.
The responsibilities of the Assistant Finance Business Partner will include:
- Producing management accounts for relevant budget holders and contributing to GPA’s client budget process
- Provide advice on financial treatment of project costs to ensure that all items are correctly assessed for capitalisation, and that the treatment of abortive costs and feasibility works are appropriately treated as RDEL, while being allocated to the correct projects
- Contributing to property reconciliations to ensure all expenditure has been fully recovered from tenants
- Attendance at monthly stakeholder meetings to support the management of projects, supply chain and client relationships
- Supporting any client discussions as required to ensure recovery of billed amounts, keeping accrued income minimal and controlled
- Building a network internally with other finance teams to ensure smooth transition of data and knowledge between interlinked processes, and contributing as part of the wider finance team
- Promote continuous improvement by developing and improving accounting processes and procedures relating to projects and other expenditure
- Preparing balance sheet reconciliations including accruals and prepayments
- Analysing financial performance to identify variances and ensuring transactions are accounted for correctly
- Take ownership of key financial processes, including the preparation and processing of journals, while supporting both internal and external audits.
- Play a proactive role in facilitating forecasting and reporting activities, and use your analytical skills to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the financial data to inform strategic decision-making
Key Skills & Experience
- CCAB or equivalent part-qualified or finalist-level candidates required, full qualification desirable.
- Experience in facilities management or estates-related roles (e.g. property management, construction projects) is preferable, however candidates from other backgrounds will be considered.
- Strong month-end management accounting experience required; finance business partnering experience is advantageous.
- Confident communicator with proven stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ambitious and driven, ideally from a fast-paced or client-focused environment.
The GPA is committed to representing the communities we serve by making Diversity, Equality and Inclusion part of everything we do. To ensure that we are always recruiting and retaining a diverse mix of talent, we are particularly inviting applications from candidates who are disabled, ethnically or gender diverse, and people who identify as being part of the LGBTQ+ community.
About Finance at Hope into Action
The Finance function of Hope Into Action is small team comprising the Finance Lead, the Finance Administrator and a volunteer reporting to the Head of Operations. It is largely paperless and supports our 42 staff with accounts payable and receivable functions. It works in conjunction with the other departments to deliver timely, accurate and strategic financial information for both the Executive Team and the Board of Trustees.
About the role
The Finance Lead is a key role in enabling Hope into Action fulfil its vision of every church lovingly making a home for those experiencing homelessness.
The role is broad ranging from monitoring the Finance inbox to posting transactions on our Xero accounting system and producing the monthly management accounts within our target of 10 working days from the month end
In addition, you will support the year end work by producing the schedules required by auditors, take a lead in the annual budgeting process, produce the biannual investor statements and compile the gift aid returns.
You will be expected to meet regularly with budget holders to help them achieve their targets and/or devise a plan to bring them back on track.
About you
We are looking for a self-motivated person with a passion for our work, tenants, staff, churches and mission. You will be adaptable and equally comfortable with bank reconciliations as writing a commentary on the management accounts. We employ people of hope where humility, a genuine desire to love and serve others, and strength of character are as important as any job description. This is reflected in our six core values: strength, hope, action, love, open ears (listening) and mutuality, or “Shalom” as we sometimes call them.
You will have a track record of finance experience but also be relatable; able to support staff with little or no financial experience. You should have a passion for the homeless, churches and our vision & values.
We value diversity and recognise that a diverse team will help us raise our performance in empowering those we serve. We are interested in your individual skills, strengths, knowledge and experience.
About us
We believe that everyone has the right to a home and churches have the power to meet the tragedy of homelessness in their community.
Starting 15 years ago, we have grown into a mature organisation working with over 100 churches running 126 homes for over 400 tenants.
We have won numerous awards both secular and Christian including from the Guardian newspaper, Homeless Link and Centre for Social Justice.
We provide not just shelter and housing know-how, but also the friendship of a church, we are passionate about harnessing the social, financial and spiritual power of churches to enact real change both in them and our tenants.
Our first home had a real heart for men coming out of prison. Homes are now available for a wide range of people experiencing homelessness: people in recovery from addiction, people sleeping rough, women and children fleeing domestic violence, people coming out of rehab, former prostitutes, refugees, those suffering mental health issues and survivors of human trafficking.
Roughly, 50% of our homes are in our ‘line-managed cities’ (Peterborough, Norwich, Nottingham, Cambridge), the other 50% are found across a further 30+ towns which we franchise into.
We encourage others to replicate our model through franchising. The tragedy of homelessness is in every community. Our vision is for every church to lovingly provide the homeless with a home.
Working at Hope into Action can be incredibly rewarding. We offer the opportunity to work in a supportive and flexible environment.
We are looking for a full-time Finance Lead but would consider a job share.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a proactive finance professional looking for a role that makes a difference? This is an exciting time to join our Finance team as we continue to build stronger partnerships with our Country Support Offices and the Global Finance team.
As the Finance Manager (UK), you will play a pivotal role in managing the day-to-day finance function. You will oversee systems and procedures, ensuring high standards of financial management and service delivery. You will provide management and oversight of the UK Finance function at both an operational and managerial level, acting as the final point of contact for all UK finance matters for staff and budget holders.
In this role, you will also be a key member of the WfWI-Global finance team, managing the relationship between the UK office and the wider global finance network.
Background:
Women for Women International invests where inequality is greatest by helping women who are forgotten — the women survivors of war and conflict.
In Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, Kosovo, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Sudan, women learn skills to rebuild their families and communities through the Women for Women International’s Stronger Women, Stronger Nations Programme.
They form support networks, are equipped with the skills to earn an income and save and gain knowledge and resources about health and their rights. Since 1993, our global community has invested in the power of over 550,000 women across 17 conflict-affected countries, to create a ripple effect that makes the world more equal, peaceful, and prosperous.
What We Are Looking For:
We’re seeking someone with a strong financial background, a passion for collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Ideally, you’ll have:
- Part-qualified of qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA; or studying towards qualification or relevant experience.
- Sound knowledge of UK Charity SORP and charity sector financial practices.
- A critical eye for reviewing accounting transactions and ensuring accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, SUMIF, and VLOOKUP) and good working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with staff, funders, trustees, and suppliers.
- A self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently as well as within a team.
- Excellent organisation, efficiency, and attention to detail.
- Confidence in mentoring and sharing knowledge to support others’ professional development.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a solution-focused approach.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a supportive and mission-driven organisation that values collaboration, integrity, and impact. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a rewarding environment that champions both professional and personal development.
Diversity at Women for Women International is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, political opinions, and pregnancy and maternity. Applications are welcomed and encouraged from all interested parties.
All our staff are required to adhere to WfWI’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies and to our organizational values: Empowerment, Integrity, Respect, Resilience and the Leadership Principles: Decisive, Accountable, Courageous, Adaptable and Inclusive.
To learn more about the power of Women for Women International, visit our UK website or follow us on social media.
To apply please complete our online application form.
Closing date for applications is Sunday 13th July 2025, Midnight
You will have an opportunity to attend a Q&A with the Director of Finance, Supporter Country Office on Thursday 3rd July 2025 – 13.00 – 13.45.
If you are interested in attending, please contact HR via the UK Recruitment email address, on our recruitment page in our Women for Women International UK website.
1st Interview will be on Friday 18th July and Monday 21st July 2025 and will be on line.
2nd Interview will be on Thursday 24th July 2025 and will be in person at our Head office London.
These dates cannot be changed so if applying please hold them in your diary.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Anna Freud Centre
Salary: £106,000 FTE + 6% pension
Location: London (Hybrid working: 2 days/week in office)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours/week)
Anna Freud is a world-leading children’s mental health charity with over 70 years of pioneering research, innovation and practice. Its mission is to close the gap between mental illness and mental wellness for children, young people and their families—and to create a more compassionate society for all.
The organisation is entering a transformative new chapter and is seeking a visionary, values-driven Executive Director of Finance to join the Executive Team. This is more than a finance role; it is a strategic leadership opportunity with deep social purpose.
The Opportunity to Make a Lasting Impact
The Executive Director of Finance will work closely with the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees to shape Anna Freud’s long-term financial and operational strategy.
They will oversee a talented team of professionals across Finance, IT, Facilities, Procurement, Risk and Information Governance—ensuring the systems, infrastructure and financial stewardship are in place to support ambitious goals and life-changing services.
This role will play a central part in finalising and delivering the organisation’s new corporate strategy—helping Anna Freud reach more children, young people and families with the support they deserve.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive strategic financial leadership: Translating vision into robust financial strategies, rolling 3-year business plans and sound capital management.
- Champion a culture of excellence and collaboration: Leading a multidisciplinary team of 21 with five direct reports, embedding proactive business partnering across the organisation.
- Ensure operational resilience and innovation: Overseeing IT and estates strategies to enhance systems, infrastructure and space planning.
- Lead information governance and risk management: Acting as Senior Information Risk Officer (SIRO) to maintain the highest standards of data protection and compliance.
- Enable ethical and impactful growth: Managing procurement and investment strategies that deliver best value while aligning with Anna Freud’s values and mission.
- Be a trusted advisor: Providing insight, challenge and confidence to the Executive Team, Board and stakeholders in pursuit of a more compassionate, mentally healthy society.
Candidate Profile
Anna Freud seeks a strategic, values-led finance leader who brings:
- Proven executive-level leadership in finance and operations within a complex, mission-driven organisation.
- Strong expertise in financial planning, governance and business partnering, with the ability to translate data into strategic decisions.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams (finance, IT, estates, risk, procurement).
- A collaborative and emotionally intelligent leadership style, leading with empathy, clarity and purpose.
- A deep commitment to inclusion, ethical practice and the wellbeing of children and young people.
Why Join Anna Freud?
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of mental health for generations to come. Anna Freud offers:
- A values-led culture with meaningful work
- Flexible, supportive hybrid working (2 days in-office)
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Competitive salary and generous benefits
- Access to professional development opportunities
Ready to lead with purpose?
Those inspired by the opportunity to lead finance and operations in an organisation rewriting the future of children’s mental health are encouraged to apply and help build a world where every child and young person can thrive.
To apply please express your interest by applying. Rosemary Pini from Allen Lane is parnternity with Anna Freud on this appointment and happy to ask any questions regarind the role.
Our vision is a world where all children and young people are able to achieve their full potential.
