Finance jobs in islington, greater london
1. Brief job description
Role: Office and Fundraising Administrator
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 depending on experience
Holiday allowance: 25 days per annum plus UK bank holidays
Contract type: Permanent
Probation period: Three months
Hours of work: Core hours are between 10am and 4pm. You will work 7 hours per day (excluding a lunch break) 5 days per week. Start / end times can be flexible, so long as the core hours are worked (or a variation in agreement with your line manager)
Location: Save the Rhino International supports a hybrid work model. For this role, it is anticipated that you will work a minimum of three days a week from our office (Unit 3, Coach House Mews, 217 Long Lane, London, SE1 4PR). Further flexibility can be discussed with your line manager
Line Manager: Operations and Finance Lead
Start date: As soon as possible
Application closing date: 23:59 (BST) on Monday 30 June. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
2. About Save the Rhino International – leading the charge!
At Save the Rhino International, we believe rhinos are magnificent, in themselves and as champions of the incredible wild landscapes in which they live. And they are endangered. To thrive, both rhinos and people need a world that is healthy, diverse and resilient.
We connect people striving to conserve rhinos and their habitats with people who want to support that vital work, and we contribute our own knowledge and skills to the conservation effort. Every day we work with a wonderful community of passionate friends, partners and supporters, to ensure that all five species of rhinos thrive in the wild.
Our core values, on which we will never compromise, are Integrity, Collaboration and Determination. We express those values through how we behave and talk to the world – who we are: Friendly, Knowledgeable and Passionate.
Save the Rhino International was established as a UK-registered charity in 1994. In the financial year ending 31 March 2024, we raised £4.4 million in support of our conservation partners in Africa and Asia.
3. About the role
The Office and Fundraising Administrator is an important role within Save the Rhino, supporting key functions primarily within our Fundraising and Operations pillars.
Reporting to the Operations and Finance Lead, the Office and Fundraising Administrator undertakes a range of administration and finance tasks to support office management, financial management, and fundraising, and is one of the first points of contact for our supporters and members. The Office and Fundraising Administrator will need to work regularly with Microsoft Office documents, spreadsheets and presentations, and with our Salesforce-based supporter and donation management systems. The Office and Fundraising Administrator also supports the Fundraising Team with aspects of supporter engagement and manages SRI’s volunteer programme.
In addition, depending on the experience and interests of the successful candidate, there may be opportunities to develop other skill sets.
Save the Rhino International is a small and friendly organisation with big ambitions. Every day, we strive to achieve our vision of all five rhino species thriving in the wild. We have an informal, genuine, and supportive atmosphere, whilst expecting high professional standards of all our staff. All members of our team are required to support the work of each other: enthusiasm, flexibility, and a willingness to pull together when required are essential.
4. Key Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of the Office and Fundraising Administrator are to:
- Work with the Operations and Finance Lead, including:
- recruitment and management of office volunteers and providing admin support to recruitment processes;
- financial administration, including importing and reconciling donations and other income, logging and banking cheques and cash;
- overseeing the management of SRI’s office, including booking annual inspections / tests, carrying out regular fire-safety checks, liaising with suppliers and contractors, and acting as the lead Fire Marshall;
- acting as a second point of contact with SRI’s IT contractors, maintaining logs of equipment and licence allocations, acting as an Administrator on some IT services (depending on experience), and inducting new team members on key SRI IT platforms;
- managing stocks of stationery, office consumables and equipment; assisting with booking work-related travel / accommodation for team members and volunteers, as well as occasional booking of external meeting rooms, venues etc.; assisting with administration of Board / subcommittee meetings, including diary management; and maintaining a log of SRI’s policies, and their review dates.
- Support the Community Fundraising Manager, including:
- managing communications with fundraisers; setting up appointments; assisting with event preparation and logistics; welcoming fundraisers when visiting the office; assisting with the recruitment of London Marathon runners;
- recruiting and managing event volunteers; creating and maintaining accurate records of fundraisers, donors and volunteers using SRI’s Salesforce CRM; and helping to set up fundraising and campaign pages on fundraising platforms.
- Support the wider fundraising team through:
- engaging with SRI’s members, including: sending out membership packs, responding to queries, and chasing failed payments;
- assisting with updating the online merchandise shop and creating bespoke stores for specific events, e.g. in schools;
- monitoring participation in SRI’s lottery, importing player information into Salesforce, and providing monthly reports to the local council; and updating records linked to legacies.
- Support general office administration
- answering general enquiries via the phone and main office inbox; receiving post; taking payments over the phone; taking notes of the weekly team meeting; and other tasks as needed and consistent with the role.
5. Person specification
Essential skills/ experience:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a friendly and approachable manner and high attention to detail
- Experience working in customer-facing role, and handling enquiries
- Highly organised, with ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
- Proficient user of MS Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook and of CRM databases
- Experience carrying out data entry in an accurate and efficient manner
- Experience providing administrative support as part of a busy team
- Ability to be flexible, enthusiastic, self-motivated and self-confident, working both independently and as part of a team
Desirable skills/ experience:
- Experience using Salesforce
- Experience carrying out financial reconciliation
- Experience overseeing IT provision in an office environment
- Degree or professional qualification in a relevant discipline
6. Protecting your data
Save the Rhino takes your data protection seriously. Our full privacy policy for recruitment can be found on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our partner, an international charity, is looking to recruit an experienced analyst with a background in finance business partnering. The successful candidate will be joining the organisation during an interesting period, and be curious, with a strong analytical mind and ability to interpret financial information, and be articulate.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that there is a sound understanding of business areas in terms of both present as well as forecasted performance.
- Work with budget holders on the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring that any advice/support in understanding the numbers is provided in a timely manner, and that they and senior management are supported in their decision making.
- Lead on the preparation of the quarterly forecasts.
- Undertake budgetary versus actual expenditure analysis, providing reports and meaningful information to budget holders and senior finance team members.
- Support in developing project budgets on a full cost recovery basis, and in the preparation of donor report.
- Support in undertaking grant reconciliations.
- Offer coaching and training as required.
Requirements
- Experienced finance professional, highly numerate and analytical, able to understand the business and strategic outlook of the organisation, able to interpret financial information and communicate this clearly and precisely.
- Experience in developing budgets & forecasts, and undertaking and presenting analysis, both in writing and verbally.
- Strong communication and finance business partnering skills – able to accurately and precisely communicate important financial information to non-finance budget holders, and senior management staff, challenge numbers and support in sound decision making.
- Experience of working in an international organisation, in a multi-currency environment, and with colleagues based globally.
- Experience in the financial management of grants, including developing budgets for proposals (on a full cost recovery basis), and reporting for donors is strongly desirable.
- Strong systems/IT skills
- Experience in offering coaching on internal controls & processes, budgets & accompanying analysis, and systems/IT.
This is a remote role, and the candidate can be based anywhere in the UK. Please note, this role cannot accomodate remote working from outside the UK, and as such is only open to candidates with the right to work in the UK.
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Khulisa, meaning 'nurture' in the Zulu language of South Africa, is an award-winning charity dedicated to providing therapeutic support to young people. We focus on reaching those who are most at risk – young people from deprived communities who are often marginalized, vulnerable to exclusion, and at heightened risk of becoming involved in crime.
Our approach centres on safe, exploratory methods that aim to understand behaviour and experiences often rooted in trauma, abuse, and neglect. We deliver intensive therapeutic programs within educational and community settings, empowering young people to confront the underlying causes of their emotional distress and work toward healing.
To create lasting, sustainable change, we work to establish trauma-informed environments around young people by equipping parents, caregivers, educators, and other professionals with the tools they need to offer effective, supportive care. Currently, our services are active in London and Manchester.
The Role: We are looking for someone with a strong track record in financial management and compliance, who is particularly motivated to join Khulisa because of a deep commitment to our mission – supporting the wellbeing and mental health of young people.
The post holder will be required to work from home permanently but be willing and able to easily travel to various locations as necessary to fulfill the requirements of the role and to engage with stakeholders and colleagues.
To apply: Application is through Charity Jobs. To apply, please submit a CV and a Cover Letter (no more than two sides of A4), clearly demonstrating how your skills, experience and potential meet each of the criteria listed under ‘Abilities/Experience’ and ‘Knowledge/Skills’ in the person specification. Shortlisting will be based on how well you meet these criteria, so please provide specific examples wherever possible.
Please download the attached Job description to read more. We look forward to recieving your application!
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We are actively looking to recruit a diversity of talent. We embrace, respect and value the difference in our employees and believe that we and our work is better for it. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment that consists of fairness, dignity, and caring for everyone, and one that enables every employee to flourish and realise their potential
Cover Letter (no more than two sides of A4) should clearly demonstrate how your skills, experience and potential meet each of the criteria listed under ‘Abilities/Experience’ and ‘Knowledge/Skills’ in the person specification (see attached job pack). Shortlisting will be based on how well you meet these criteria, so please provide specific examples wherever
possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job description
Emmaus Greenwich is a unique charity that offers a home, work and individual support to people who have experienced homelessness and social exclusion. We don’t just give people a bed for the night; we offer a home, work opportunities and a sense of belonging.
At the heart of Emmaus Greenwich is our companions. Companion is the name given to those who live in an Emmaus community and contributes to the social enterprise, where they support themselves and one another. Living in a stable environment with the opportunity of work and individually tailored support helps our companions to regain lost self-esteem and the confidence needed to get back on their feet.
Some of the things that we are looking for in our Finance Manager:
- Development and adaptation of standard accounting systems, processes and practices.
- Experience of providing financial management services to internal stakeholders including preparation and presentation of reports.
- Proven budget management experience with the ability to undertake financial analysis, forecasting and the preparation of year-end financial statements.
- Proven experience of preparing and monitoring business plans, including detailed cash flow/income/expenditure forecasts.
- Proven experience of operating computerised financial and accounting systems and reports (particularly Quickbooks Online).
- Substantial proven experience in financial management.
- Understanding and experience of operating a payroll system.
- Current CIMA, ACCA, ACA or CIPFA qualification.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Some of the things you would be responsible for as a Finance Manager:
- Preparing regular management accounts and financial performance reports, including any additional analysis as required.
- Providing financial reports and support to colleagues at EG, including regular meetings, sharing of budgets, and financial performance against budget.
- Preparing financial and cash flow forecasts in conjunction with colleagues to inform EG strategy, discussing risks and implications with the CEO.
- Preparing the annual budget in conjunction with colleagues and present these with the CEO to the Finance Committee and Board for approval.
- Supporting the CEO in presenting the financial position to the Board of Trustees and other key stakeholders.
- Preparing year-end accounts that meet statutory reporting obligations.
- Managing the external audit process and being the primary contact with external auditors to resolve their queries.
- Maintaining records of designated and restricted reserves and working with colleagues to ensure these funds are regularly reconciled and status of funds balances is reported to the relevant committees.
So, if you hold optimism for change, advocate for social justice, have in-depth understanding of financial processes and have a positive “can do” attitude, we would love to hear from you. You will be joining a friendly and enthusiastic team who are passionate about what they do.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
Emmaus Greenwich supports people to move on from homelessness
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Greenpeace UK is an independent national/regional organisation within the global Greenpeace campaigning network, which acts to change attitudes and behaviour, to protect and conserve the environment and to promote peace. The global network of Greenpeace organisations comprises 26 independent national/regional Greenpeace organisations with presence in over 55 countries across Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific, as well as a coordinating and supporting organisation, Greenpeace International.
This is an opportunity to build on your unique combination of technical financial expertise, business partnering skills and senior-level experience.
Assisting in the overall smooth running of the Finance department and the production of its outputs, you’ll have particular responsibility for the financial management of a key part of the organisation: Greenpeace Environmental Trust (GET), a registered charity. This will include annual statutory accounts, and conducting the annual audit, monthly reporting, and managing grants as well as preparation of the annual budget and presentation to the board of trustees.
In your wider role, you’ll also be expected to develop the quality and usefulness of our reporting and all aspects of financial management, providing analysis and insight and working closely with all areas of the wider organisation as well as being an active member of the Finance team and deputising for the Head of Finance when necessary.
Location: Islington, London. Our hybrid working model enables us to enjoy the benefits of both office based and remote working. We ask that staff work from the office in Islington 40% of their time, with 20% required as a minimum. Reasonable adjustments as well as specific office based needs will be considered for those with long term health conditions and disabilities.
Job requirements
What we're looking for:
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ACCA/ACA/CIMA or other chartered accounting qualification (or Finalist).
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Proven experience in a finance function in a hands-on role, including working proactively to improve and/or set up and manage effective financial processes.
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Extensive technical knowledge of accounting principles and best practice, with particular reference to specific UK charity accounting rules and regulations.
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Substantial experience of management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and reporting, plus involvement in financial year-end and annual statutory audit.
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Knowledge of SUNv6 and Infor Q&A or similar finance system, plus Excel analysis and data functions, working with large and variable datasets – and ideally knowledge of Proactis or similar.
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Proven experience of delivering a business partnering focused service and providing in depth insight, analysis, guidance and support to budget-holders.
We give you:
You’ll be encouraged to develop both personally and professionally, taking advantage of the wide range of learning and development opportunities available to our staff. We offer great benefits such as a generous pension scheme, subsidised lunches, free yoga and a wealth of well-being resources, just to name a few. Take a look at our Work for Greenpeace pages to find out more about what it’s like to work for us and why you should apply.
Our commitment to diversity: Greenpeace UK is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in environmental and campaigning organisations and we’re committed to doing what we can to correct this. We are particularly keen to receive applications from people of colour; people with disabilities; people who identify as being LGBTQIA; people who have a mental health condition; and people who identify as working class now or in the past.
To Apply
For further information, please visit our website via the apply button.
Greenpeace UK is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or any other category protected by law.
CLOSING DATE: 11.59 pm 22 June
FIRST INTERVIEWS: 7/8 July
SECOND INTERVIEWS: 10/11 July
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The Southbank Centre is a world-renowned cultural institution, Europe’s largest centre for arts and one of the UK’s top five visitor attractions. The Southbank Centre facilitates innovative and experimental performances and exhibitions, attracting diverse audiences and showcasing world-class artists.
Ivy Rock Partners are supporting the Southbank Centre in their recruitment for a Finance Business Partner for one of their key directorates, Development and Audiences. This is an exciting opportunity to join the finance team to help support in driving good management reporting and business partnering to ensure the accurate and reliable reporting and budgeting for Development, Membership, Marketing and Communications and Visitor Experience.
Key duties of the role are as follows:
To ensure effective financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting and analysis for budget holders, senior management and external parties as required. Building excellent relationships with the Audience and Development teams, ensuring that:
- The Directors, Heads of Department and cost centre budget holders are supported and challenged on all financial issues, including reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and long-term financial planning
- There is effective and ongoing financial monitoring and control
- Budget variances, risks and opportunities are identified and flagged as part of the management accounts monthly reforecast process
To deliver monthly management accounting and other reporting for relevant cost centres, including:
- Meeting budget holders to discuss accuracy of the accounts, reasons for variances and required actions and updating forecasts as appropriate
- Prepare the relevant summary sections of the monthly management accounts and related KPIs
- Process accruals, deferrals, and other accounting adjustments, including at financial year end
About You
- You will be a part-qualified, finalist or fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent). Applicants who are qualified by experience are also encouraged to apply.
- You will have hands-on knowledge of supporting in the production of management accounts and experience of or the ability to partner with non-finance stakeholders to advise on budgets
- Candidates from all sectors are encouraged to apply, though an appreciation for the arts is a must!
What’s in it for you?
- Basic salary of up to £52,000 depending on experience.
- A min 5% employer’s pension contribution (rising to 9% depending on your employee contribution), from day 1 of employment
- 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Hybrid working model of 3 days office working, 2 days from home
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced family leave benefits
- Up to 30% discounts at onsite retail, food and beverage vendors
- Staff ticket offers for Southbank Centre events
- Free entry to Hayward Gallery
- Free/discounted entry with other reciprocal organisations
- Free staff yoga
- Free access to emotional support from a confidential specialist Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
How to apply
Please apply with a copy of your CV via the link below. For any enquiries, please get in touch with Holly Arrowsmith at Ivy Rock Partners for a confidential conversation.
Application deadline is Sunday 15th June. First-stage interviews are currently scheduled for w/c 23rd June and final stage interviews for w/c 30th June. Applicants who are unavailable for the dates mentioned are still encouraged to apply and to discuss alternatives.
All third-party applications will be forwarded to Holly at Ivy Rock Partners.
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Working two days per week, the role ensures the smooth running of core finance processes, including bookkeeping, payroll coordination, and management accounts. A key focus of the role is to maintain continuity of financial procedures and documentation to enable a smooth handover and seamless return for the permanent postholder.
Key responsibilities and duties
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Finance operations
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Process and file accounts payable and accounts receivable invoices
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Update financial records with financial data
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Keep accurate records for all daily transactions
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Reconcile bank statements
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Coordinate with payroll provider to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing
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Oversee Gift Aid records and claims
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Financial management
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Prepare quarterly management accounts including balance sheet, profit and loss and cashflow statements
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Prepare the Centre’s quarterly financial health metric document to report to the Board of Trustees
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Support end of year accounts and participate in financial audits as required
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Assist with budget reforecasting
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Support the General Manager and Treasurer with long-term financial planning
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Track expenditure against grant budgets and support preparation of funder financial reports where required
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Financial controls
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Review and implement financial policies in line with our finance procedures manual
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Identify opportunities for improving finance systems and processes.
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While the role can be remote, the successful candidate will be required to come to the Centre to meet the team in person at least once a month on a Thursday.
About the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
The London LGBTQ+ Community Centre is an award-winning charity launched by a team of volunteers in 2017. In December 2021 we opened our first physical space in London's bankside.
Our mission is to provide London with a sober, intersectional, intergenerational, community centre and café where all LGBTQ+ people feel welcome and supported, can build connections, and flourish. Our vision is for a more connected, belonging and thriving LGBTQ+ community in London.
In 2024, the Centre was visited by over 13,500 people, we hosted 700 events joined by 9,500 participants.
We particularly welcome applications from trans, non-binary and POC candidates. We are a disability positive employer and we welcome the opportunity to provide reasonable adjustments as defined by the Equality Act 2010 during the interview process and upon appointment. Please inform us if you feel you meet this criteria.
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Are you looking for a new challenge and a great opportunity to make a positive difference at leadership level? Ambition Aspire Achieve is hiring a Deputy Chief Executive / Finance Manager, to support the charity’s growth and next phase of development.
About Ambition Aspire Achieve (AAA):
Ambition Aspire Achieve is a well-established and highly respected children and young people’s charity rooted in Newham, east London. Founded in 2016, we now deliver high-quality, inclusive and accessible services to over 950 children and young people through our youth and play hubs in Canning Town and Stratford. We reach many more through a growing outreach programme delivered in schools and local communities across Newham.
Our work is grounded in creating safe, nurturing spaces where children and young people can thrive. We place particular focus on those who are vulnerable, disadvantaged or have additional needs, offering meaningful opportunities, enriching experiences and tailored support.
As we continue to grow and deepen our impact, we are seeking a passionate, skilled and values-driven leader to join us in a newly created and pivotal role within our senior leadership team.
The Role: Deputy Chief Executive/Finance Manager
We are seeking a proactive and strategic leader, with strong financial and operational acumen to strengthen the charity’s internal infrastructure. The role will lead on financial management and oversight, supporting the Chief Executive at a senior level, playing a vital part in ensuring the AAA’s long-term financial resilience, equipped the charity to deliver its mission for years to come.
This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking charity professional to combine senior-level leadership with hands-on financial management and organisational insight.
Key responsibilities include:
- Strategic financial oversight and budget planning support.
- Management daily finance operations including payroll, cash flow, audits and reporting
- Leading statutory compliance and financial risk management
- Supporting strategic planning and business development alongside the Chief Executive
- Representing the charity externally and deputising for the Chief Executive at senior forums
- Line managing and overseeing back-office functions
- Providing operational insight and help to develop infrastructure and systems
What we’re looking for:
We’re seeking someone with proven experience in charity, public or social sector leadership who thrives on both strategic challenge and operational delivery. You will have a strong grasp of charity finance, exceptional communication, leadership and problem-solving skills and a demonstrable passion for improving outcomes for children and young people.
What we offer:
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing annually up to 29 days)
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- A collaborative and supportive working environment
- The chance to make a tangible difference in young people’s lives
- Flexibility wherever possible to suit individual needs.
How to apply:
For an informal discussion about the role please contact AAA's Chief Executive Jonny Boux.
Application deadline: Friday 27th June 2025 at 5pm.
Ambition Aspire Achieve is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Our recruitment and selection processes are in accordance with best practice in safeguarding children and young people. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
To provide children and young people in the London Borough of Newham with fully inclusive experiences and opportunities to flourish.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title – Finance Assistant
Department – Finance and Resources
Salary - £27,000 per annum full time equivalent (FTE)
Contract Type – Permanent (Part time), 2 - 3 days/week (15 - 22.5 hours)
Benefits - 8% non-contributary pension, private medical healthcare, life insurance, 25 days FTE annual leave (with additional non-contractual time at Christmas when the office is closed), season ticket loan scheme
Location – London Office, 5th Floor, Holborn Tower, 137-144 High Holborn, London WC1V 6PL
Reporting to – Finance Manager
1. About Chance to Shine
We are Chance to Shine: a children’s charity dedicated to harnessing the power of cricket to transform the life prospects of young people in the UK.
It is our mission that all young people have the opportunity to play, learn and develop through cricket. We want them to learn a love of the game and to find a sense of belonging through the sport, developing their wider wellbeing and life skills to help fulfil their potential.
Established in 2005, we have a long-term track record of delivery in state schools and under-served communities, bringing best-in-class cricket programmes to young people aged 5 to 24 who might not otherwise have the opportunity to play. All our programmes are completely free for everyone involved, from schools and community groups to young people and their families.
2. Purpose of the Role
The core purpose of Finance Assistant’s role is to support the Finance and Resources team at Chance to Shine. The Finance and Resources team provide day to day support to all departments in the charity and trading subsidiary, Chance to Shine Enterprises Ltd, around finance, office, HR and general administration. The role is based at our London office with some working from home allowed.
3. Key Responsibilities
The Finance Assistant’s responsibilities include:
Finance
· Recording and analysing income and expenditure and posting transactions onto SAGE 50 Accounts
· Banking cash and cheques received
- Raising invoices and monitoring debtors
- Administering invoice approval and payment processes
· Operating expense claim procedures and payments
· Liaising with Fundraising team to reconcile income received with Raisers Edge
· Support delivery partner expenditure review process
· Support Finance & Resources department as required with ad hoc administrative support
General support
· To help monitor the finance inbox and respond to general enquiries.
· To help out, as required at Chance to Shine events, such as fundraisers, media events and Chance to Shine competitions.
4. Key relationships
The job holder will liaise with:
· Chief Executive and the CTS senior management team
· External contractors and suppliers
· Operations, Fundraising, Communications & Digital and Impact & Evaluation teams
5. Skills, knowledge & personal competencies
The job holder should be able to demonstrate the following:
- Excellent IT skills: MS Office 365; Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams
- Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
- Able to plan and prioritise and work under pressure
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work on own initiative; confident/self-starter/finisher
- An effective and enthusiastic team player
- Approachable, easy-going and helpful team member
- Willingness to learn with a can do attitude
- Enthusiasm to embrace Chance to Shine values: Inspiring, ambitious, trusted, inclusive and fun
6. Experience & qualifications
Essential:
- Office experience in a similar sized organisation
- Experience of SAGE 50 Accounts or similar accounting system or a willingness and aptitude to learn
- AAT or similar level accounting qualification (or studying towards) or a strong desire to study accounting as a vocation
Desirable:
- Experience in a finance support role
- Familiarity with CRM contact databases (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce or similar)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Goodman Masson is delighted to be partnering with a well-established charity in their search for an interim Finance Business Partner. This impactful organisation empowers communities by supporting charities across the UK.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Head of Finance, you’ll play a vital role in delivering the organisation’s strategic goals through business partnering, forecasting, and management reporting. The position involves close collaboration with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure robust, insightful financial information.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead budgeting and rolling forecast processes
Support financial modelling for grants and investments
Deliver monthly management reports
Oversee grant claims, payments, and reconciliations
Partner with teams to review budgets, variances, and narratives
Contribute to long-term planning and scenario analysis
Requirements:
ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified
Strong background in business partnering, budgeting, and reporting
Xero and advanced Excel expertise essential
Excellent communication and stakeholder skills
Commitment to continuous improvement, EDI, and organisational values
Apply now to join a collaborative, values-driven team making a real difference.
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Central London HQ | Hybrid Working | £84,576 (incl. London weighting)
Permanent | Full-time (35 hours/week)
Are you a strategic finance leader ready to drive transformation in a purpose-led organisation? We're working with a high-impact membership body at the heart of the UK's public sector landscape to find an exceptional Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis.
The Organisation
Our client is a respected, values-driven organisation with a national footprint and a powerful voice in shaping future policy. With a strong commitment to professional development, wellbeing, and flexible working, they offer a collaborative environment where finance plays a key role in strategic decision-making.
The Role
As FP&A Manager, you'll lead a high-performing business partnering team, delivering robust financial insight, modelling, and forecasting to support strategic goals. You'll be instrumental in embedding new systems and processes as part of a major finance transformation programme.Key responsibilities include:
- Leading budgeting and forecasting across the group
- Driving financial modelling and scenario planning
- Partnering with senior stakeholders to inform decision-making
- Embedding new finance systems and ways of working
- Leading and developing a team of finance professionals
The Person
You'll be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with:
- Proven experience in FP&A roles across both commercial and not-for-profit sectors
- Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
- A collaborative, customer-focused mindset
- The ability to influence and challenge at senior levels
- A track record of leading change and developing teams
What's in it for you?
- Salary up to £79,500 - £89,000 + £5,000 London weighting (more likely to hire at the beginning or middle of the banding)
- Generous annual leave (up to 32 days + bank holidays + Christmas closure)
- Excellent pension (up to 12% employer contribution) and family leave packages
- Award-winning wellbeing programme
- Hybrid working (up to 60% remote)
- A chance to make a real difference in a mission-led organisation
Please apply now to be considered!
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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!
My client is a charity dedicated to transforming the lives of young people through better education. This clear goal sees them work throughout the UK and overseas, partnering schools, leading on teacher training and support as well as devising innovative new techniques and programmes.
At present they are looking for some interim support between permanent hires to their Financial Controller position. Reporting into the Director of Finance, key responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring the highest standards of financial controls are met across the organisation and its subsidiaries.
- Supervising a team of 2, be responsible for the processing and reporting of financial accounting data for the organisation including cash flow management and statutory returns.
- Working with finance colleagues on information required for internal and external stakeholder reporting.
The successful candidate will be fully qualified with a strong background in technical accounting. Open to candidates from all industries, you will be very comfortable with statutory accounting and Excel.
This role has been assessed as inside of IR35. With flexible office working practices, there is an estimated need for this role to be onsite in the London office 2 days a week.
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Bringing your business partnering mindset, and excellent service delivery skills, you will be joining at a time where the organisation is investing in new back-office systems and a new finance system. You will therefore play a pivotal role in embedding new ways of working, and you will lead the continued development of effective financial analysis to facilitate informed decision making across the organisation.
In order to be considered for the role you will have a recognised CCAB qualification, and be able to demonstrate significant experience in roles focusing on Financial Planning and Analysis. You will be adept in implementing and utilising financial analysis tools and business models, demonstrate a customer focussed approach, have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to challenge constructively at a senior level.
To learn more about the recruitment process for this opportunity, please reply to this advert with an updated copy of your CV in the first instance. A member of the TPP team will then be in touch with details of how to apply. Alternatively, contact Matt, Lisa or Sema via [email protected] or 0207 198 6060 to arrange a confidential discussion.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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Vacancy Reference Number:
SA/GF/UKFS-R1
Position title:
Systems Accountant
Reports to:
Global Finance Officer
Location:
REMOTE
Hours of Work:
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary guideline:
Competitive
Terms of Employment:
12-Months’ Fixed-Term Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period, extendable and renewable)
Application Process & Closing Date:
Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 20th June 2025
Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):
Interviews: W/C as and when suitable candidates apply
Start: ASAP thereafter
ROLE OVERVIEW:
Muslim Hands is seeking a dynamic and experienced Systems Accountant to lead the implementation of a bespoke budget and finance management system for our grant-receiving partners. This role is critical in ensuring smooth onboarding, system integration, and ongoing support to enhance financial management practices across our partner network.
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Notes:
Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold an Online Interview with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with MS Teams / Zoom.
We reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found.
Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful.
Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 20th June 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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IPSO – the Independent Press Standards Organisation – is the regulator of most major digital and print publishers in the UK. We are a high-profile organisation with a clear and important purpose: to protect the public and freedom of expression by upholding high editorial standards. We place a strong emphasis on personal development for staff and provide excellent training opportunities and a supportive work culture.
We are recruiting an Operations Manager to join our committed, collaborative and dynamic team.
As Operations Manager, you will help us to maintain tight and well-designed financial and risk management controls across the organisation. You will also provide efficient and effective management of strategically important projects. You will have an excellent opportunity to develop experience across a variety of areas, in the context of a challenging and interesting strategic environment.
About the role
Reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Chair and other members of the senior leadership team, you will help IPSO deliver on high-profile organisational priorities.
The role will balance a range of different types of work, including:
- Exercising significant autonomy to deliver on important, ongoing organisational priorities;
- Working closely with IPSO’s Chief Executive to maintain the organisation’s rigorous approach to finance, risk management and and procurement, with opportunities for training and development in this area;
- Supporting the effectiveness of IPSO’s operations by monitoring and reporting on progress against strategies and activity plans.
Role modelling a culture of professionalism, the Operations Manager will take an entrepreneurial and flexible approach to their work. They will enjoy engaging with colleagues to maintain high quality business practices, experiment with new approaches and find solutions to organisational challenges.
Key responsibilities include:
- Collating and sharing relevant, current and accurate information about IPSO’s finance and risk controls and supporting their implementation in certain areas;
- Monitoring and reporting on progress against strategies and activity plans;
- Overseeing the delivery of internal-facing priorities including learning & development and our strategy on inclusion and accessibility;
- Supporting the delivery of key strategic projects; and
- Supporting the work of the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team with operational activities, including preparation and presentation of reports for internal and external audiences.
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Non Charity Employer
21 - 50
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.