Finance jobs in tower hamlets, greater london

The Head of Finance is a key member of Tara Theatre’s senior management team, overseeing the company’s financial processes and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. They will report to Alys Beider, Tara’s new Executive Director and Joint Chief Executive and support with strategic long-term financial and business planning as well as annual and quarterly budgeting.

They are responsible for maintaining the company accounts, preparing quarterly management accounts, cashflow forecasts and financial reports and analysis for the executive team and the board of trustees.

Tara Theatre is a company limited by guarantee and a charity. It has two trading subsidiaries, Tara Productions and Tara Enterprises. We currently have an annual turnover of circa £1 million. We manage our finances and payroll in-house, currently using Xero.

As our Head of Finance, you may have a background in the arts and culture sector, however we are open to a range of skillsets gained from working in business or charity environments and encourage applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences.

We are open to the potential for the role to be part-time working four days per week (salary on a pro rata basis).

We welcome applications from candidates who wish to work in a flexible working pattern (for example around caring responsibilities or access requirements relating to a disability).

The Role

As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for managing and monitoring all charitable income and expenditure, financial forecasting, producing management accounts, annual financial accounts, and maintaining effective control systems. The post holder will also have the opportunity to work on strategic projects such as developing our financial practice and policies, grant reconciliation and forecasting.

The successful candidate will have charity accounting experience and at least qualified by experience in charity accounting. In addition to the relevant technical skills, we are looking for someone who is committed to our mission, takes a proactive approach, is excited to support our responsive, dynamic organisation to develop and grow, and has excellent people skills to build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues.

Whilst this is a remote role, some occasional travel (approx 6-10 times per year) to London and the South East for meetings and get togethers will be expected.

Key Responsibilities

Day to Day Financial transactions 

• Accounts Receivable

• Accounts Payable

• Bank Reconciliation

• Payroll

• Process expense claims

Financial Control

• Ensure financial controls and the integrity of the financial records are maintained

• Complete month end processes and prepare management accounts, KPIs and commentaries on a timely basis

• Lead the audit process and preparation of statutory accounts.

Financial Planning

• Work with the CEO and Executive Director to prepare budgets and forecasts

• Monitor performance against project specific and organisational budgets throughout the financial year

• Develop projections to support strategic and business planning

• Monitor and report on reserve levels based on current projections

• Support the fundraising functions (Executive Director) with ongoing analysis and reporting

• Prepare and manage cashflow forecasts

Secretariat Duties

• Preparation of papers for, attendance at, quarterly Board meetings

• Arranging and minuting Quarterly Board meetings, 

Supporting the organisation

• Business planning including tracking multi-year grant commitments and understanding the balance of reserves after future year income and grant commitments

• Support Fundraising with donor reporting requirements, reconciliation of income received and reviewing of income against budget and forecast

• Contribute to strategic projects and funding bids.

Audit and Taxation

• Lead the relationship with the auditors, ensuring that the audit is delivered on schedule and all statutory filings are made on time.

• Responsible for the preparation of statutory accounts and supporting schedules.

• Liaise with tax advisors to ensure compliance.

• Complete quarterly VAT returns and Gift Aid returns.

Treasury

•  Lead in the management of bank accounts and deposits.

The salary is £38,000 FTE pro rata, for 21 hours per week, with 17 days annual leave including bank holidays.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

We are looking for a dynamic finance professional, eager to make a difference. We need someone as keen to get stuck in with the day to day administrative aspects of the role, as with helping us lead the organisation through strategic planning and growth. 

You have experience in effectively managing finances in a charity setting and can manage your own time effectively with great motivation. You are able to communicate effectively with colleagues, requesting information and presenting findings in a clear and approachable manner. 

Ideally, you combine the professionalism of the corporate world with the heart of a grassroots movement, directly contributing to the impact of this fast-paced, responsive organisation.

Essential

• Sound knowledge and demonstrable experience of UK Charity SORP, charity sector financial practices and preparing statutory accounts

• Qualified by experience or part qualified CIMA, ACCA, ACA 

• Experience of preparing and managing an audit process

• A critical eye for reviewing accounting transactions and ensuring accuracy

• Strong attention to detail with a clear and diligent working approach

• Experience of VAT within a charity context

• Excellent IT skills, including experience of using Microsoft Office; in particular great Excel skills

• Ability to work independently and use initiative to manage a busy and varied workload

• Experience of using QuickBooks

• A proactive and solutions focussed approach

• Excellent team player, willing to work flexibly and collaboratively to respond to changing organisational needs/priorities

• Personable, with excellent communications skills and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and a range of audiences (e.g. reports, presentations)

• Ability to explain finance procedures to non-finance people

• A commitment to The Flying Seagull Project’s mission

• A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Desirable

Experience or understanding of working in the international development sector would be an advantage.

How to apply

If you think this sounds like your ideal opportunity and you’d like to join our Seagull team as our Finance Manager, please apply via CharityJob, submitting your CV plus a brief cover letter (maximum 2 sides A4) showing us how you meet the points in the Person Specification above. 

We are considering applications on an ongoing basis as they are received, and intend to hold the first round of virtual interviews during the weeks of 28th July and 4th August, so don’t delay!

We encourage applications from all suitably qualified or experienced individuals, regardless of their race, gender, biological sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

This is a remote position with some preference for London UK, Freetown Sierra Leone or Nairobi Kenya

Scope of Work

1. Financial Data Entry & Reconciliation

• Enter and reconcile day-to-day financial transactions in the accounting system, including expenses, transfers, payments, and receipts.

• Ensure all entries are accurately coded to the appropriate cost centres, grants, or funding streams.

• Review and reconcile staff expense claims, payment vouchers, and supporting documentation.

2. Budgeting & Grant Allocations

• Support the allocation of expenditure to budget lines across multiple funding sources, ensuring compliance with donor requirements.

• Maintain the habit to monitor actual spend against budgets using existing systems (Netsuite), highlighting any anomalies or risks.

• Assist in the preparation of internal budget summaries and financial snapshots for program and leadership teams.

3. Financial Reporting

• Assist in compiling donor financial reports by collecting, reviewing, and formatting financial data in line with donor requirements.

• Liaise with grants and programme teams to ensure alignment between financial and narrative reports.

• Maintain up-to-date and audit-ready documentation to support all reporting outputs.

4. Managing Fiscal Sponsorship Financial Reports

• Ensuring that income from fiscal sponsorship partners are accurately recorded

• Preparing regular income and expenditure reports for fiscal sponsorship partners and addressing reconciling items. 

• Represent the Finance team in update meetings with potential  or current fiscal partners.

5. Audit & Compliance Support

• Organise financial documentation and support sampling processes during internal and external audits.

• Maintain orderly and accessible digital and physical filing systems for all financial records.

• Support implementation of financial policies, templates, and compliance checks, working closely with the Head of Finance.

About Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow Mind

We’re Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow Mind, part of Mind the mental health charity. We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect. We provide advice and support to empower anybody experiencing a mental health problem and we campaign to improve services, raise awareness, and promote understanding.

We work in Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow and have a range of services and products to help children, young people and adults maintain and regain their mental health. We work with employers, partners, community groups and other charities to achieve our aims.

Purpose of the Job

This is a key role within a small and busy finance team. The postholder is responsible for a range of transaction processing and finance administration; mostly focused on purchase ledger, sales ledger, assisting with the month-end process, and plays a vital role in upholding HFEH Mind’s financial controls.

Working closely with the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer will also need to communicate effectively with staff across the organisation and a wide range of suppliers to help resolve queries and ensure that the purchase and sales ledger processes are operating efficiently and effectively. Excellent organisational skills, the ability to prioritise to achieve internal reporting deadlines, and meticulous attention to detail, are critical for this role.
 

Job Description

Purchase and payments

• Ensure all invoices, expenses and credit notes received are processed following the agreed systems and controls.
• Process invoices and expenses into the accounting system.
• Creation of twice weekly and ad-hoc pay runs.
• Process and pay file generated into the bank software.
• Produce and send out remittances.
• Aged creditors review monthly
• Oversee that authorisation processes are being followed by staff.
• Process staff expense claims following the agreed systems and controls.
• Organise and process occasional cash floats and petty cash, ensuring unspent cash is accounted for and all transactions evidenced and recorded.

Card purchases

• Oversee day to day administration of card purchases, ensuring cardholders upload receipts and code transactions by the stated month end deadlines.
• Transfer fully evidenced and coded transactions from credit card template to Sage
• Reconcile transactions to the bank statements

Sales

• Raise sales invoices as requested and per income schedule.
• Sending out sales invoices to customers.
• Creation of a debtors report twice a month and distribute.
• Coordinate with operational staff for the recovery of debt; escalating in line with procedures.
• Posting cash receipts and allocate to the relevant invoice.
• Aged debts management

Banking

• Reconcile banking on a timely basis
• Post direct debit payments

Inbox management and other queries

• Daily review of new messages received into the finance email inbox from staff, suppliers and other parties, dealing with queries directly where possible.
• Be especially vigilant about phishing, Malware / spam emails which are common in generically named inboxes and following all data protection guidance given.
• For more involved queries, liaise with and assist other finance team members to resolve them appropriately; maintain responsibility for ensuring they are resolved.
• Excellent organisation and administration of both inboxes, to ensure the status of queries is clear at all times and appropriate records are kept on file.

Other regular tasks

• Support the Finance Manager with weekly payroll administration, for example communications with staff members regarding timesheets and new starter information.
• Pay cheques and cash into the bank account, including accurate completion of banking.
• Withdraw cash from the bank as necessary
• Lead on ensuring the digital filing structure is adhered to and support the rest of the team with scanning and filing as needed.
• Lead on the archiving of paper documents stored in the office.
• Assist with other tasks appropriate to your level of training where needed, to help ensure that the finance function operates effectively, including providing cover where staff are sick or taking annual leave.
• Work to the month end deadlines agreed within the finance team, to ensure timely production of management accounts and internal reports.
• Take responsibility for your continuous professional development, ensuring you maintain up to date knowledge of relevant financial legislation, accounting standards, good practice and new initiatives as relevant to the Mental Health and charity sectors.
• Uphold and embody all HFEH Mind company policies, including but not limited to Equality & Diversity, Dignity at Work, Health and Safety and Code of Conduct for Staff
• Attend any training required by the organisation.
• Any other duties reasonably required to support the Finance team.

This job description outlines the general ways in which it is expected you will meet the overall requirements of this post. The list of tasks is not an exclusive one and HFEH Mind may vary duties from time to time. This job description is subject to regular review.

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.

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.

Permanent, Full Time

Circa £60,000 (depending on experience) plus competitive benefits

Do you want to make a difference?

The RAF Benevolent Fund is the leading welfare charity for the RAF. Every year we make a real difference to over 40,000 people who benefit from our services. Working at the Fund is more than sitting at your desk ad in this role you will have the opportunity to be part of our RAF Family.  Alongside helping our beneficiaries, we also get to hang out with Spitfires and Typhoons, take part in a Dambusters bike ride, attend events like Royal Ascot, the Chelsea Flower Show, and the Bomber Command Memorial Service. Every day you will make a difference and play your part in changing the lives of others and helping people in the RAF Family get through the toughest of times.

It doesn’t matter how long someone served or when. If they were part of the RAF, they and their family are part of our RAF Family. We will always be here to support them when they need it most.

Join the RAF Family and play your part in making a difference.

Do you want to play a part in what we do?

People are at the heart of what we do. Together we:

· Help reduce social isolation and loneliness among veterans. 

· We support ill or injured men and women to have a safe place to call home, a home that meets their specific needs.

· We fund youth services on stations to provide clubs and activities for the children of serving personnel who move every few years.

· We provide grants to help with the cost of living. But this is just a few of the ways we help.

We are looking for an experienced finance professional, preferably with charity sector experience, who has strong leadership skills to lead the Finance function and play a key role in ensuring the Fund delivers excellent financial management. You will be responsible for the leadership of the Finance team and delivering financial expertise essential to the organisation’s ability to steward finances properly, make sound decisions, comply with regulations & standards and manage risk.

To be suitable for this role, you will be a qualified accountant with strong leadership, technical and people skills. You will have the experience to support a finance function that is motivated, adds value to the work of the Fund, and is strategically influential and important. You will be innovative and solutions focused, used to working in a collaborative, business partnering environment and able to nurture a high-performing team. You will be able to work flexibly in a busy environment. You will also share the values of our organisation.

The role will be office based at our London HQ, with a minimum of three days working in the office per week. The successful candidate for this role will need to prove they have the right to work in the UK.

To apply, please click on this link and send your CV, together with a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for this role, providing examples of how you meet the job profile when you apply through our recruitment portal.

The closing date for applications is Friday 1st August 2025, 5:00pm.

Please note that due to the high number of applications expected, only candidates shortlisted for interview will be notified.

A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Fund takes safeguarding seriously, and appropriate background checks will be completed. You can find out more about our commitment to safeguarding on our website. The RAF Benevolent Fund follows Safer Recruitment practices as it strives to ensure that everyone who comes into contact with the Fund will be protected from harm. The successful candidate for this role may need to be Basic DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund.

The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).

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:

• Developing a comprehensive financial strategy that supports the delivery of the charity’s objectives and activities

• 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.

• 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

• Leading and developing the Finance and Office Manager and ensuring effective support from the external book-keeping team.

• Lead on creation of the annual budget, working closely with Directors.

• Advising the Chief Executive, team and Trustees, ensuring that benefits and risks of decisions are fully considered and fit with the overall financial strategy

• Oversee sound financial administration, management and governance across the organisation, ensuring robust financial controls in place and operating effectively.

• Provide leadership and guidance to all things finance related, providing mentoring and support to the team, and coaching on financial awareness. 

• Accountability for monitoring that the organisation’s services are, and will, run to budget, supporting budget holders and reporting promptly on risks 

• Have ultimate oversight of the external audit and production of the statutory accounts, supported in delivery of this by the Finance & Office Manager

• 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. 

• Forecasting cash flow and managing the treasury position.

• 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.

• 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

• Ensuring GDPR compliance across the organisation

• Leading an effective risk management process.

• Ensuring the organisation’s compliance with charity law, in accordance with the Charity Commission in England & Wales and all financial reporting requirements.

Skills & experience:

• You have interest and belief in our mission, to improve kids’ health through improving food and food education in schools

• You have full or partial qualification through an accredited accountancy body 

• 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).

• You have experience of audit

• You enjoy a mix of leadership and rolling up sleeves to get hands on 

• You take a pragmatic and dynamic approach to robust financial management

• You can turn complex and dry data, into clear and engaging narrative 

• You have project managed the implementation of new systems (accountancy / CRM / data) and have a good awareness of new technologies

• You are organised, methodical, strong on detail, and able to map out deadlines and plan ahead 

• 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. 

Spectra is looking for a skilled and proactive Finance Manager to join our team. This is a key role supporting the financial health and sustainability of our organisation, which delivers vital services across London’s diverse communities.

The postholder will lead on day-to-day financial operations, reporting, and compliance, and work closely with the CEO and senior team to support strategic planning and decision-making.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage financial transactions, reporting, and budgeting
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and statutory requirements
• Support the CEO with financial planning and forecasting
• Liaise with external accountants and auditors
• Contribute to organisational development and efficiency

If you’re an experienced finance professional who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The role offers a mix of remote and office-based working from our South London office.

• Closing date: 9am, 26th August 2025
• Interviews for this post will be held in person at our offices in Vauxhall South London, on Thursday, 4th September 2025.

We're the UK's specialist blood cancer charity and our vision is clear: we’re here to beat blood cancer. We fund world-class research; provide information and support to patients and their loved ones; and raise awareness of blood cancer. 

The Finance directorate ensures Blood Cancer UK is financially sustainable, well-governed and equipped to make informed decisions in support of its mission through providing robust financial stewardship, strategic insights and rigorous risk and legal oversight.  

The FP&A and Business Partnering team plays a key role in enabling strategic and operational decision-making by providing strategic financial insight across all directorates, delivering the organisation’s budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting.  

You’ll play a central role in shaping how we invest in fundraising to drive sustainable income growth—balancing financial insight with innovation and ambition. You’ll act as a critical friend to the Director of Engagement and Deputy Director of Fundraising. Whether it's modelling the impact of potential investments, supporting funding bids with financial projections, or building a more effective budgeting process, you’ll have the opportunity to influence key decisions that directly support our charitable aims. 

Office attendance is flexible and based on the requirements of the role. While there are no fixed rules, we expect an average of at least one day a week in the office, depending on business needs. 

In your supporting statement (cover letter), please outline how you meet the specific requirements, skills, and experience set out in the job description and person specification. Your supporting statement doesn’t have to be too long—1 to 2 pages is ideal. 

First stage interviews are expected to take place on week commencing 4th August with second stage interviews expected to take place on week commencing 11th August 

Vibrance has a rewarding opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join our exceptional team in Bethnal Green, London. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £22,308 - £22,721 per annum, plus benefits.

Vibrance is a registered charity supporting adults with additional needs in London and Essex.

We encourage a working environment that at its core is inclusive, pioneering, and has the highest levels of integrity.

Vibrance is a great place to work and grow. We are proud to be accredited with the Investors in People Silver award.

Vibrance is happy to support candidates who are or wish to study for AAT qualifications.

About the Finance Assistant role:

You will support the day to day running of the Finance Team ensuring that tasks such as posting invoices, reconciling customer accounts, supporting credit control and casing non-payment are carried out in a timely and accurate fashion.

Skills and experience of our ideal Finance Assistant:

• Enthusiastic, committed fast learner
• Experience of working in an office environment
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise
• Attention to detail
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping and accountancy procedures
• Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information
• Experience working to deadlines

In return for your skills, knowledge, and experience, our Finance Assistant will enjoy:

• A comprehensive training programme covering core skills
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Casual dress code
• Pension scheme
• Rewards and recognition for your service
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Flexible Working Options (Subject to service requirements)
• Learning & Development
• Mindful Employer
• Positive about Disability
• Long Service Awards

To join us as our Finance Assistant please click apply below – we’d love to hear from you!

Vibrance welcomes applications from all sections of the community including from people with disabilities. As users of the Disability Confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who satisfy the essential criteria for a job vacancy and consider them on their abilities.

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.

The Association of Teachers of Singing (AOTOS) are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Finance Officer to support our financial operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and help us continue our work effectively and transparently.

About Us
AOTOS is a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) dedicated to supporting and developing voice teachers and singers across the UK working in all styles of music. We run workshops, conferences, and outreach programmes to advance vocal education. We are a volunteer run organisation, supported by a part time freelance administrator in addition to this role. 

About the Role
This freelance, part time role offers flexible, remote working, with occasional requirement for attendance at in person meetings. Hours may vary according to our activities, with a typical requirement of 4 to 6 hours per week. Reporting to our Secretary, as our Finance Officer you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing income and expenditure, preparing reports for trustees, and assisting with the financial reporting obligations required of a UK charity. This is a vital role supporting the operational integrity of the organisation and enabling us to meet our charitable objectives.

About You
You will have proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a non-profit setting with a solid understanding of bookkeeping and accountancy principles. You will be detail-oriented and flexible, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage your workload independently. If you also share our passion for music, that's a bonus.

Key Responsibilities

• Record all financial transactions in QuickBooksOnline and maintain budget and reporting spreadsheets
• Reconcile bank and PayPal, Stripe and GoCardless accounts monthly
• Process invoices, expense claims, and payments
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for the trustees
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and year-end accounts including for the Trustees Annual Report
• Process GiftAid claims through HMRC
• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission financial regulations
• Liaise with external accountants or independent examiners as required
• Maintain accurate and accessible financial records for audit purposes
• Support financial tracking of restricted/unrestricted funds and programme budgets
• Provide occasional ad hoc financial information to trustees and subcommittees

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper, ideally within a charity or nonprofit setting
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles, particularly for UK charities
• Proficiency with bookkeeping software (e.g.QuickBooks and Excel/Google Sheets)
• Familiarity with financial compliance for CIOs and Charity Commission reporting
• Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and organisational skills
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time and workload independently

Desirable Skills and Experience

• AAT qualification or similar accounting certification
• Experience with Gift Aid reporting
• Proficiency with QuickBooksOnline accounting software
• Understanding of membership-based organisations or arts education bodies
• Passion for music, singing, or performing arts (helpful but not required)

What We Offer

• Flexible, remote working arrangements
• Opportunity to contribute to a well-respected organisation in the music education sector
• Supportive and collaborative volunteer-led team
• Meaningful role in a mission-driven organisation

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The advertised hourly rate is for guidance and we are open to discussion regarding your usual rate. Please include details of this with your application. 

Finance Assistant (Part-time, Remote)
Immediate start - £15 per hour | 2 days per week | Remote 

We're looking for a detail-oriented Finance Assistant temp (3-month contract) to support our Head of Finance with routine financial admin, including data entry, processing donations, and managing reports from platforms like JustGiving.

What you'll do:

• Download and manage online payment reports

• Enter financial data accurately

• Place orders and support finance admin

• Maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines

You’ll need:
? Strong Excel skills
? Attention to detail
? Confidence using online platforms
? Professionalism with sensitive data
? Experience in finance, admin, or data entry
? Knowledge of platforms like PayPal or Stripe
? Charity or non-profit sector experience

Ideal for freelancers, returners to work, or anyone seeking flexible remote hours.

Apply now and help keep our finance operations running smoothly!