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Director of Finance and Operations
The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK
Salary: £60,000-£70,000 per annum
Remote (UK-based) with expensed travel to London
Full-time, permanent
Akshaya Patra is one of the world’s largest school meals charities – nourishing 2.35 million children in India every day and now expanding our impact across the UK.
Our UK after-school programme, Empower Hour, provides hot, nutritious meals and targeted tuition to children growing up in poverty – extending the school day by 60 minutes to give them the fuel, support and enrichment they need to thrive.
What began in one school in 2024 is already serving ten, and – alongside driving continued expansion in India – we are now ready to scale our delivery to reach thousands more children across the UK’s most disadvantaged communities.
To help lead this exciting phase of growth, we are seeking a Director of Finance and Operations – a senior leader who combines strong financial stewardship with operational leadership and is motivated by purpose as much as performance.
You will sit on the Senior Leadership Team, reporting to the CEO, and oversee two core portfolios:
- Programmes – overseeing Watford kitchen operations, Empower Hour delivery and holiday hunger initiatives.
- Finance and Resources – leading financial planning and reporting, systems, compliance, HR development and organisational infrastructure.
This role will suit someone who enjoys both strategic thinking and practical implementation – someone who finds energy in building strong foundations and helping a values-led organisation grow well.
You may have built your career in charity, education, food provision, public services, the private sector or elsewhere – but you will bring:
- Senior-level experience across finance, operations or programme delivery.
- Strong financial acumen and understanding of charity governance and compliance.
- A collaborative leadership style – supporting, challenging and uplifting those you lead.
- Deep alignment with our mission to fight child hunger and educational inequality.
What we offer:
- Flexible and remote working.
- 34 days’ leave (25 days annual leave + Diwali + English bank holidays).
- Employer pension contribution.
- Investment in professional and vocational development.
- A meaningful leadership role in a growing global movement – empowering children in both the UK and India.
How to apply:
- Download the full job description and application details here or on our website.
- Please send your CV and a cover letter to the email address in the applicant pack outlining both your suitability for the role and what attracts you to Akshaya Patra and our mission.
- Closing date: Monday 3 November 2025.
If you believe no child should be held back by hunger – and you have the leadership skills and desire to help grow an organisation that makes that possible – we would love to hear from you.
Akshaya Patra is one of the world’s largest school meals charities – nourishing 2.35 million children in India and now expanding our impact in the UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
*Please note, this opportunity is a Fixed-Term contract (14 Months)*
We are looking for a collaborative and strategically minded Finance Business Partner to join our finance team and support the delivery of our charitable mission.
This role will be integral in ensuring that financial resources are used effectively and transparently to maximise our social impact. You will partner with operational teams, programme delivery teams and senior management to provide insightful analysis, robust financial planning, and evidence-based recommendations that drive informed decision-making across the organisation.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
- Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.
We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Acceptable use of AI:
At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.
To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.
Closing date: 17th October 2025
Interview date(s): w/c 27th October 2025
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received. For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.





The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Rosa is on the lookout for someone dynamic, organised, and dedicated to step into this key role within our small and committed team.
We’re looking for someone who is confident managing day-to-day finances and admin with the skills and curiosity to support our systems. This is a home-based, varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who loves making things run smoothly behind the scenes and takes pride in getting the details right.
If you are motivated, eager to learn, and excited about helping a mission-driven organisation stay organised and efficient—we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
This role is a broad role, covering finance administration, systems administration as well as supporting in a wide variety of tasks across the organisation’s work.
Key tasks
Finance
- Manage day to day finances using Xero, ensuring payments are made as scheduled
- Perform all day-to-day bookkeeping duties using Xero and Excel
- Maintain all necessary accounting records including invoices, expenses, payments and transactions
- Ensure payments are made as scheduled and processed through the bank
- Review and maintain supplier records, (including subscriptions, memberships, insurance etc.)
- Maintain accurate financial information regarding donations and grants, including sources of donations and Gift Aid
- Assist with Annual Reports and Accounts process and with annual audit process
Systems administration
- Act as main point of contact for our IT support provider and main systems administrator on our databases (Beacon) and project management tool – no prior experience of these systems is required but you must have a willingness to learn.
- Act as GDPR officer, ensuring data retention and GDPR compliance across the organisation.
- Maintain and update records and processes on project management software.
- Maintain an effective filing and data management system for the organisation across Microsoft SharePoint
- Induct and train staff on new systems and processes.
HR support
- Coordinate the recruitment and induction of staff and contractors.
- Maintain Rosa’s staff handbook, ensuring agreed changes are implemented.
- Lead on Health and Safety compliance across the organisation
- Assist in the policy development and policy review schedule.
Governance support
- Service quarterly Board of Trustee meetings, including collating and formatting of papers
- Maintain accurate Trustee records
- Manage information relating to the Charity, including legal documentation required by external bodies
Grant Administration support
- Process funding awards, including processing payments
- Updating and reconciling grants database with financial management system and 360 giving data
- Undertake regular database cleaning ensuring data is stored correctly.
Philanthropy and Partnerships support
- Assist in the organisation of events
- Support in the transition to a new fundraising database
- Support the recording and reconciliation of donations on the fundraising database, ensuring records are maintained and up to date
How to apply
To apply please download the Job Pack below and follow the instructions to apply via our on-line application form.
Please note, for the link to the application to work, you will need to download the pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Finance Manager
We are seeking a Finance Manager to join the growing Reaching Higher team and bring our finance function fully in-house. We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented professional who will play a pivotal role in ensuring strong financial systems, accurate reporting, and sound financial planning. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven track record in financial management and governance, budgeting and forecasting, payroll and pension oversight, and the ability to provide clear strategic insight and analysis to support organisational growth and sustainability.
Purpose of this Role
Our finance functions are currently partially outsourced to an external contractor. Our income has grown significantly over the past five years and our Board have now decided to employ a Finance Manager and bring financial expertise in-house. In this new position as the Finance Manager at Reaching Higher, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and planning, payroll and pension management, and financial governance and compliance. You will support all aspects of Reaching Higher’s work and development through ensuring strong financial systems.
You will work closely with our team to ensure that all day-to-day finance requirements are met, including accurate grant finance monitoring and reporting to multiple funders. You will also work closely with our senior leaders and board to build the charity’s financial resilience and the financial awareness of our wider team.
You will work closely with the Executive Assistant & Administrator and report to the Executive Director, as well as working closely with the Executive Team, Treasurer and wider Board.
About Reaching Higher
Reaching Higher is a youth organisation which works with over 2000 young people aged 9-21 each year across Croydon and surrounding boroughs. Developed in partnership with local churches, we are a youth-led charity with a Christian ethos and this role is restricted under basis of faith.We have a particular emphasis on providing mentoring support to young people and supporting their development as leaders. We have established strong links with key local, London and UK-wide organisations and our approach leads us into regular working contact with partner schools, community groups and churches.
Please see our job specification table below for more information.
Qualification
-AAT or Accountancy body qualified preferred, with at least 5 years’ experience
Experience
-Experience of maintaining accounting ledgers
-Experience of charity accounting & SORP principles
-Experience of a Finance Manager role
-Experience of using Microsoft packages with excellent IT skills
-Experience of working in a small team
-Experience preparing monthly / quarterly management accounts
-Experience preparing annual statutory accounts and being involved with audit processes
-Experience managing financial operations, planning, reconciliation, reporting and analysis
-Experience of working with and co-ordinating income and expenditure across multi-project budgets
-Experience running monthly payroll
-Knowledge of a range accounting software – preferably Xero
-An understanding of our work and the sector Reaching Higher operates in
-An understanding of good financial management and the importance of care and accuracy
-Knowledge of financial governance, including accounting regulations and best practice
Skills
-Well organised, efficient and accurate
-Able to maintain confidentiality and deal with sensitive information
-Articulate with good verbal and written communication skills – ability to work with and support non-financial officers and managers
-Ability to propose new and maintain existing controls within the organisation
-Ability to work independently on multiple projects, organise own workload and prioritise
-Ability to take responsibility for the finances of the charity, and work with the senior team to ensure financial stability and/or growth
Personal Qualities
-Demonstrable commitment to working in ways which promote equality of opportunity
-Commitment to continuous professional development
-Confident in working alone or at home
-Strong work ethic, results-motivated and solutions-focused
-Ability to work on own initiative, be pro-active, consider implications and make decisions.
-Capable of working to tight deadlines
-Ability to take an agile, flexible and responsive approach to management and responsibilities
-Willing to strive for quality and excellence, setting high goals and committed to continuous improvement
-Commitment to equality and diversity and an understanding of how to promote them in your work
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Future Frontiers
In the UK, family income is the strongest predictor of how well a young person will do at school and the future opportunities they will have. Future Frontiers exists to change this. Our vision is of a society where every young person can unlock their potential regardless of their background or the barriers they might face. Our mission is to equip young people from low-income households to develop careers knowledge, employability skills, confidence and connections that will help them to broaden their horizons and prepare for fulfilling futures.
This year, we will work with c.2,500 young people across Greater London, delivering careers coaching, workplace experiences, insight and guidance in partnership with businesses, schools and supporters. You can find out more about our programme and impact so far in the Annual Impact Report on our website.
About the role
As Senior Finance & Operations Manager at Future Frontiers, your role is to oversee the finance and operations functions for an ambitious social mobility charity with an income of circa £1.4m and a team of 20 people committed to achieving lasting impact for young people.
You will oversee day-to-day financial operations, manage a small team, and deliver accurate, timely reporting that supports strategic decision-making across the organisation. You will work closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to ensure robust financial planning, compliance, and risk management. Your work will support and enable Future Frontiers’ mission and help us maximise our impact.
Your responsibilities
The focus of this role is on financial management and reporting for the organisation, as well as overseeing operations such as HR processes and IT. Core responsibilities include:
Financial Management and Reporting
- Run the monthly finance cycle to strict deadlines, ensuring accurate and complete data to support decision-making.
- Deliver concise monthly management accounts and variance analysis vs budget in a timely manner with insightful commentary to inform the CEO, SLT and Trustees.
- Oversee receipts and payments, reconciliations, and month-end procedures to ensure data accuracy and robust financial oversight.
- Lead on statutory accounts preparation and external audit to ensure full compliance and smooth audit outcomes.
- Continuously improve financial policies and processes to embed best practice and compliance with relevant legislation and Charity SORP.
Financial Planning
- Prepare annual budget documents, working closely with budget holders and supporting with forecasting and revisions to ensure realistic, well-informed financial plans that align with organisational strategy.
- Produce consolidated accounts, forecasts, and cashflows with commentary to support Trustees’ and SLT’s decision-making.
- Partner with SLT to provide financial analysis that drives operational efficiency and supports income generation and strategic projects.
- Support the SLT to develop multi-year income and expenditure forecasts to aid long-term funding and resource planning.
- Ensure the finance system structure, workflows and reporting remain fit for purpose and effectively support operations.
Operations and Compliance
- Manage relationships with key suppliers and outsourced providers, including landlords, payroll, pensions and insurers to ensure service quality and value for money.
- Oversee the recruitment and on-boarding of new staff, supporting the Finance & Operations Officer to coordinate the process, and supporting recruiting managers as needed.
- Ensure the maintenance of templates and processes to enable line managers to deliver the staff journey including inductions, staff surveys, annual reviews, and exits.
- Oversee the efficient usage of our database, systems and key platforms (including Salesforce, Xero, website), ensuring that the team is well resourced and has sufficient training to perform their roles.
- Oversee the management of IT hardware, software and systems, helping to keep Future Frontiers’ information secure and up to date, and acting as key liaison with third parties.
- Remain up-to-date on Charity SORP, legislation and sector best practice, supporting the CEO to ensure Future Frontiers remains compliant with HMRC, CC, ICO etc and is forward-looking.
People Management and Training
- Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing Finance & Operations team.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, ambition and excellence within the team.
- Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and support professional development.
- Support the building of financial literacy and understanding within the charity through training and supporting non-finance colleagues.
- Share your expertise and experience with colleagues across Future Frontiers to help foster a culture of lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
Wider contribution
- Contribute to department-, directorate- and organisation-wide projects and priorities through membership of project groups or taking on pieces of work in line with your skills, experience and development objectives
- Act as an ambassador for Future Frontiers, our cause and values in all engagements and communications with customers, suppliers, partners and supporters.
About you
- Experience, knowledge and qualifications
- Finance and accounting experience, ideally in a charity context (essential)
- Hold or be working towards a recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA (essential)
- Demonstrable, up-to-date knowledge of Charity SORP (FRS 102) and financial regulations (essential)
- Strong understanding of financial systems, reporting tools and Excel, ideally with experience of using Xero or an equivalent system (essential)
- Proven track record of delivering concise monthly management accounts, audits, and statutory returns on time (essential)
- Experience in managing and developing finance teams / readiness to step up to a manager role (essential)
- Experience of managing an organisation’s office and/or operations (desirable)
Skills and competencies:
Passion for Future Frontiers’ mission: you are motivated to play a role in empowering young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to realise their potential.
Thorough and organised: you have strong attention to detail, maintain accurate records and can manage multiple deadlines.
Planning and prioritisation: You can organise your work to manage evolving priorities – with consideration of others’ input and needs.
Problem-solving and decision-making: You can make effective, considered and timely decisions by gathering and evaluating relevant information. You balance attention to detail with an understanding of the bigger picture and wider context.
Relationship management: You can develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders; you can effectively collaborate with and influence others.
Leadership skills: You set clear goals, provide sufficient support and celebrate achievements. You inspire, develop and empower your team to deliver more.
Communication and influencing: You can actively listen, and you can present detailed information clearly, concisely and compellingly when writing and speaking.
What we can offer you
- Annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Flexible working with the option to work from home regularly (with at least one day a week in the office, and the flexibility to come in more often if you’d like)
- 4pm finish on Fridays
- Annual personal training and development budget of £300
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Team-building offsites and regular team socials throughout the year
- Additional parental leave pay and additional childcare leave for child’s first 2 years
Equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion
Here at Future Frontiers we are dedicated to the practice of equal opportunities. The principles of it underpin our mission and we treat all employees, volunteers, clients and young people as individuals. We believe in having an open and inclusive culture that champions diversity in all its forms, including disability, culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, life experiences, socio-economic background, and religion.
We encourage everyone to apply for our roles. If you would like to talk to us about working at Future Frontiers in advance of your application, particularly regarding diversity, we strongly encourage you to contact us via email. We’d love to hear from you. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who have not been to university or who have lived experiences relatable to our young people.
How to apply
To apply, please complete our application form on our website, attaching your CV and answering the following questions:
1. Why do you want to work at Future Frontiers? What is it about our organisation that excites you? Strong answers will tell us why Future Frontiers appeals to you personally and why you are motivated to work for us. (Max. 1,500 characters)
2. We are looking for someone with experience in finance, processes and people, as given above in the ‘about you’ section of the job description. Please tell us about your relevant experience in these three areas. Strong answers will give succinct details of areas of responsibility / projects you have worked on and what results you have achieved. (Max. 1,500 characters)
3. Tell us about a time when you have implemented a significant change to a product, process or internal way of working; what change did you make and why; how did you influence others to adopt or support the change; what was the result? Strong answers will follow the STAR method. (Max. 1,500 characters)
We recommend that you prepare your answers in a separate document, then copy and paste them into our form.
Deadline: Sunday 12th October, 5pm
Start date: As soon as possible
Interview dates: First round interviews will take place virtually during the week commencing 20th October. Second round interviews will be held in person at our office near London Bridge during the week commencing 3rd November.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo DBS and reference checks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Safe Passage International
Head of Finance
Salary: c£60,000
Location: London / Hybrid
Reports to: Chief Executive
Line Management: Financial Accountant and Finance Team
Safe Passage International is a leading international NGO working to champion the rights of refugees and displaced people. We help unaccompanied children and vulnerable adults access safe and legal routes to protection, and we advocate for systemic change across Europe.
We are seeking a strategic and values-driven Head of Finance to lead our finance function across the UK, France, and Greece. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial integrity, sustainability, and operational excellence across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a robust international finance function, ensuring strong internal controls and compliance.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, treasury, audit, and financial reporting.
- Drive financial strategy and systems optimisation, including digital transformation.
- Manage procurement and contract oversight, ensuring value for money and donor compliance.
- Support and develop finance staff, and collaborate across teams to embed financial best practice.
- Actively contribute to organisational leadership and governance, as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, including board-level reporting.
About You
You are a qualified finance professional with:
- Proven experience in strategic financial leadership, with a demonstrable understanding of the regulatory requirements for UK charity finance.
- Strong technical skills and a collaborative approach to working across cultures and disciplines.
- A commitment to refugee rights and the mission of Safe Passage.
- Experience in international finance, donor compliance, and systems development is highly desirable.
Why Join Us?
At Safe Passage, you’ll be part of a courageous, compassionate team making a real difference. We offer:
- A supportive and inclusive culture.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- The chance to shape the future of a growing international charity.
Ready to lead change?
Apply now and help us build a world where everyone has the right to seek safety.
To find out more visit our dedicated microsite by clicking the button below and for any queries, please contact our retained partners at GatenbySanderson, full details can be found on the microsite.
Closing date: Wednesday 22 October
We value equity and diversity in our organisation and are striving to build a workforce reflective of the communities we work with. We encourage applications from people of all ethnicities, working ages, genders, sex, sexual orientations, faiths (or none), marital statuses (or none) and pregnancy status. We also have full flexible working policies to support people with disabilities and caring responsibilities. People with refugee or asylum-seeking backgrounds are experts by experience and are particularly encouraged to apply.
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Finance Officer – Accounts Payable
Location: London, UK
Salary: £34,000-£40,000
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Closing Date: 10th October 2025
We encourage early applications, as the vacancy may be closed before the stated deadline depending on application volume.
Clean Air Fund is looking to recruit a Finance Officer – Accounts Payable to join our team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing and mission-driven organisation that uses philanthropic grants to accelerate action on air pollution and climate change.
What You’ll Do
As Finance Officer – Accounts Payable, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of Clean Air Fund’s finance function. You’ll ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, staff expenses, and grant payments, while maintaining strong relationships across departments. You will:
- Process and verify invoices and expenses for accuracy and completeness.
- Resolve invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records of all accounts payable transactions.
- Reconcile supplier invoices between Sage Intacct and the grant/expenses systems.
- Assist with credit card expense reviews and imports.
- Support month-end closing and financial reporting, including bank reconciliations.
- Manage payment runs through HSBC and Xe global payments.
What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in accounts payable or a similar role.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Desirable:
- Experience with Sage Intacct.
- Experience in a funding or grant-making organisation.
- Experience working with SMEs.
Our Culture
At Clean Air Fund, we’re guided by purpose and grounded in evidence. Our culture combines clear structures and rigorous frameworks with space for fresh thinking and collaboration across diverse perspectives. We value curiosity, openness and a shared commitment to making a measurable difference.
As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, returning parents, carers or any other aspect which makes them unique. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps we can take to ensure that the recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable. We are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of our employees from all forms of harm.
For more information on this role, including the full person specification, please see the job description.
We work with governments, funders, businesses and campaigners to deliver clean air for all as fast as possible.





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We're looking for a very capable Finance Manager to join us. This is a varied and rewarding finance role at the heart of a small, friendly and ambitious charity working to improve the lives of people with eczema. Please see the recruitment pack for more information, including full job description.
To be successful, you'lll need to be proactive and enjoy working in a small team. The role involves a high degree of delegated responsibility and autonomy, and you're expected to manage your workload effectively within your functional remit.
The post-holder is responsible for managing the day-to-day running of the Society’s finance and CRM operations, including the National Eczema Society membership scheme. This is a full-time sole-charge role, managing the processing side of charity’s finance function, including managing purchase and sales ledgers, preparing payment runs, managing supplier reconciliations and month-end tasks.
You would join our small team based at the charity’s offices near London Bridge. There is flexibility for some home-based working and you are expected to work in the office at least two days a week to facilitate effective team-working. National Eczema Society offers help for staff studying for accounting exams.
At National Eczema Society (NES) we are passionate about making life better for people with eczema in the UK and their families. As a small and agile charity, we punch above our weight and have big ambitions. In the UK, around 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults live with eczema, so lots of people are looking to our charity for support and hope.
Our mission is to empower people to live well with eczema and bring about positive change for our eczema community. We do this by providing expert information and advice needed to manage eczema well. We also create a healthier future by raising awareness and understanding of eczema, campaigning to improve medical care, and supporting research into new treatments, prevention and ultimately a cure.
We rely on voluntary donations, legacies, membership fees and corporate sponsorship to fund our vital work. Managing the charity’s finance operations well is vital to our organisational effectiveness and our Finance & CRM Manager is a core member of the team. National Eczema Society is a membership charity and we have around 2,000 members.
How to apply
If this role sounds like it’s right for you and you’d like to apply, please send us:
- CV outlining your employment history, academic and professional accounting qualifications
- Supporting statement (no more than two A4 pages please), explaining how you meet the requirements described in the job description and why you’re interested in this role at National Eczema Society.
Please submit your CV and supporting statement by Monday 20 October 2026 (by 5pm).
If you’d like an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please email Andrew Proctor, Chief Executive.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE/DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY.
Closing date: Monday 20 October 2026 (by 5pm)
In-person interviews in London: W/C Monday 3 November 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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WHAT IS START NETWORK?
Our purpose is to be a catalyst for system-level change that improves the efficiency, effectiveness and ethics of humanitarian action. We do this by working as a network to develop, test & spread new ways of collaborating and resourcing locally-led crisis response and anticipation.
Our current membership is made up of over 130 local, national and international NGOs based all around the world. We also support 10 national and regional hubs made up of civil society organisations and NGOs as our vehicle for devolving power, resources and accountability.
OUR SOLUTIONS
DECENTRAISLING & LOCALLY-LED ACTION: Shifting power and resources and de-centralising decision-making to locally led networks and organisations.
EARLY & RAPID FINANCING: Building a global financing system that reduces risk, anticipates, and acts ahead of predictable crises.
COMMUNITY-LED INNOVATION: Incentivising innovative, locally led, and contextual solutions and learning from them together with people affected by crises.
For more information about Start Network and what we do, please visit our website.
OUR VALUES
WE PUT PEOPLE FIRST: Communities come first in our decision-making and programming.
WE ARE BRAVE: We have great ambition and are willing to explore new things and take risks to achieve it
WE OPERATE COLLECTIVELY: We leverage the value of working as a network, sharing risk and resources, and learning together.
WE ARE INCLUSIVE: We see the value in diverse perspectives and work to remove the barriers that prevent voices from being heard.
WE ARE OPEN: We work transparently and with integrity, building mutual trust in all levels of our work, from governance to programming.
WE ARE ETHICAL: We behave and operate based on key principles of anti-racism, non-discrimination, and anti-colonialism. This is a work in progress.
JOB PURPOSE
This role is based in the Finance Team and works closely with the Resource Mobilisation and Programme teams. The role contributes to the effectiveness and impact of our work by supporting the sound financial, grant management, and administrative practices across Start Network. The role will be responsible for the end-to-end grant management cycle for a number of large and / or complex grants from institutional and corporate funders. The postholder will ensure that the financial and administrative systems and procedures for the programmes and budgets are of high quality and compliant with donor and legal requirements.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to join a large Public Sector Body on a 1 year FTC. The postholder will be overseeing the financial management team and overseeing the full budgeting and forecasting process. This role will involve working closely with budget holders to ensure a smooth operation of the financial management function as well as managing a team of qualified Accountants.
Key Responsibilities:
- Management of the Financial Management Team
- Managing the production of monthly and quarterly management accounting information to a variety of audiences, both regional and national
- Ensuring that budget holders receive and understand financial, economic and resource information necessary to fulfil their own responsibilities
- Management of the production of the annual statutory accounts
- Responsibility for IT training within Finance and the coordination of upgrades to the Finance system
- Assisting the Financial Controller in strategic support and planning
- Assisting the coordination of the long-term financial planning exercise and budget cycle
- Assisting in the development of business financial processes and ensuring they are regularly maintained
- Where appropriate assisting at a detailed level in developments to the Finance System
- Manage and motivate a team of high performing qualified accountants
- Undertaking any other duties relevant to the key tasks and responsibilities identified by the Financial Controller
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA,)
- Experience in a large complex public sector / not for profit Organisation
- Extensive management accounting and finance business partnering experience
- Experience of financial accounting in a large, complex Organisation
Location: Central London,
Day Rate: £66,000 - £67,000 per annum + excellent benefits
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Length: 1 year FTC with chance to move to permanent
This vacancy is being actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome
The British Pharmacological Society is recruiting for a Finance Officer.
What does the role involve?
The Finance officer is a new role in the Finance team at the British Pharmacological Society. The Finance Officer will work with the Financial Controller to ensure that all aspects of finance are operated effectively and efficiently.
Who would suit this role?
You will have experience working in a finance organisation and/or experience working for membership organisations. You should pay close attention to detail, and the ability to suggest and make improvements to procedures. Additionally, you should be a good team player with strong interpersonal skills.
The team at the Society is fun and dynamic, and this role would be well-suited to someone who thrives on working in a collaborative setting.
This is a hands-on role that will allow the right candidate to have autonomy over their role.
The closing date for applications is 9am on 6th October. Interviews will be conducted during the week commencing 13 October.
The Society’s charitable mission is to promote and advance all disciplines of pharmacology in the discovery, development and use of medicines.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Ambitious about Autism, we believe in a a future where every autistic child and young person can be themselves and realise their ambitions. We're looking for a Finance Business Partner who's ready to bring insight, influence, and energy to a role that sits at the heart of our strategic decision-making.
This is more than just numbers. You'll be a trusted advisor to senior leaders across the organisation, helping them shape and deliver their financial plans. You'll work closely with ELT members and budget holders to build robust financial models, set budgets, and produce termly forecasts that drive real impact.
As a key player in our finance team, you'll:
- Lead the monthly management accounts and reporting process
- Provide strategic and technical financial advice to high-profile projects
- Ensure financial implications are understood and embedded in decision-making
- Influence and negotiate with senior colleagues to help us meet our financial goals
We're looking for someone who:
- Is a qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
- Has trained at a top 15 accountancy firm or equivalent public body (e.g. NAO), or has strong experience in finance business partnering
- Can quickly get to grips with a complex environment and work independently
- Has experience in strategic finance and business planning
- Understands charity finance (SORP FRS 102) or has transferable IFRS/FRS102 knowledge and a willingness to learn
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation where your financial expertise will help shape the future for autistic children and young people.
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights and create opportunities.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Manager (Maternity Cover)
Hours: Full-time
Term: 12 Months Fixed-term
Start date: From December 2025
About the Role
Goodman Masson are supporting a leading educational organisation in their search for a Finance Manager to cover a maternity leave. This role will lead a small accounts team, ensuring effective financial management and supporting organisational decision-making. You will bring experience, expertise, and a collaborative approach to drive efficiency and innovation within the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the accounts team and day-to-day finance operations
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance
Maximise the effective use of finance systems and processes
Support strategic financial planning and decision-making
Work under pressure to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high standards
Person Specification
We are looking for candidates who:
Are a CCAB or CIMA fully qualified accountant, or have completed all final-level exams
Have relevant experience in a similar finance role
Can use innovative thinking to optimise finance systems and processes
Can manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
Make sound and timely decisions under pressure
Actively Interviewing
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!
About CoppaFeel!
CoppaFeel! are the UK’s only youth focused breast cancer awareness charity, and we’re on a mission to get every 18-24 year old checking their chest. We educate people on the signs of breast cancer and encourage them to check their chests monthly, so that if they notice something unusual they are empowered to contact their GP and advocate for themselves.
We do this because when diagnosed early, breast cancer treatments are more effective and survival rates are higher. Early detection can save lives.
Breast cancer does not need to be detected late, and as long as we are here and continue to be supported by people like you, we will do all we can to make sure this doesn’t continue to happen.
The Role
As Head of Finance and Contracts, you’ll oversee all aspects of financial management and contractual compliance across the charity. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for managing and developing our small finance team, while also leading on budgeting, funder reporting and forecasting. Alongside this, you’ll oversee the organisation’s contracts ensuring we’re operating in line with best practice and regulatory requirements.
This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that you will attend the London office 2 days per week. .
Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Line manage the Finance Officer and Finance Assistant, providing guidance, support, and performance oversight.
- Actively participate in Leadership Team meetings, contributing to the development and achievement of strategic objectives.
- Support the development of the team structure, driving delivery, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Provide data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to inform long-term decision-making and business growth.
Financial Strategy & Reporting
- Lead the annual budgeting and reforecasting process, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
- Oversee monthly management accounts; meet regularly with Heads of Department to monitor spend and evaluate impact.
- Support with the preparation draft statutory accounts and coordinate audit queries.
- Conduct financial analysis, working with HoDs to assess ROI across key projects and income streams.
Operational Finance
- Manage VAT returns, ensuring compliance with
- Assess risk mitigation approaches to balance financial safeguarding with delivery of organisational objectives.
- Oversee monthly payroll processing in partnership with the payroll agent and resolve payroll queries.
- Ensure the overall smooth running of day to day finances, and finance policy adoption/ adherence.
- Reviewing and maintaining Cashflow and working capital documents.
Funding & Grants
- Provide financial oversight and input for grant and corporate funding applications.
Governance & Legal Oversight
- Attend Finance Committee meetings when necessary and support preparation of required reporting materials.
- Work closely with the Director of Operations and legal advisers to review contracts for grants, fundraising licenses, or procurement—particularly where risk or value is high.
- Oversee supplier, corporate partnership and grant contracts, where highly complex working with solicitors for advice
- Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure robust internal controls.
- Stay informed on changes to relevant financial, legal, and regulatory requirements affecting the charity sector.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Proven experience in charity finance, including budgeting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
- Strong knowledge of UK charity and company law.
- Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
- Experience in managing or coordinating audits, payroll processes, and implementing robust financial controls.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and strong attention to detail.
- Strong technical proficiency in financial systems and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, accounting software).
Desirable
- Understanding of impact and ROI evaluation in a charity context.
- Experience supporting funding applications, particularly for grants and corporate partnerships.
- Experience working in a small charity environment, and creating new systems or processes.
Application information
Applications will close on 4th October 2025 with the aim to commence shortlisting test as applications come in.
CoppaFeel! reserves the right to close the vacancy early in the event that we receive a high number of applications before the closing date. Please be aware we are actively recruiting and so early application is advised.
Main Benefits and Terms & Conditions
Annual Leave entitlement - 22 days and 3 days off at Christmas + public holidays, a day off for your birthday and for Kris’ cancerversary.
Benefits
- Wellbeing fund
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Self Space training and 1:1 therapy
- Core working hours 10am - 4pm
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Flex Friday; every other Friday off, with the flexibility of being available in the case of emergencies
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
At CoppaFeel! we support a diverse range of communities and we understand that diversity within our team is central and crucial to meeting the needs of the young people we exist to serve. We strongly encourage applications from Black, and people of colour, LGBTQIA+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, from men, and from those with a lived experience of cancer because we would like to increase the representation of these groups within the charity.
We promote equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and make recruitment decisions by matching the charity's needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We recognise the value in encouraging a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge at the charity.
While the successful candidate will be selected purely on merit, in the event of a tie between two candidates with equal suitability, we may select a candidate with lived experience of the issues we are seeking to address through our work.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and we commit to offering an interview for all applicants with disabilities who meet our required criteria for the role. If you have any accessibility requirements or need any adjustments for the interview process please get in touch.
Finance Manager
Location: London (Hybrid – 4 days office / 1 day home)
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + generous benefits
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Posted by: Peter O'Sullivan, Hays Senior Finance
The Organisation
The Methodist Ministers’ Housing Society (MMHS) provides housing and support for retired Methodist ministers and their families across the UK. Rooted in a Christian ethos of care and compassion, MMHS manages a national portfolio of properties and is committed to ensuring its residents feel secure, respected, and supported in retirement.
MMHS operates with an annual income of approximately £5.7 million, primarily from investments, charitable activities, and donations. Excitingly, new initiatives are planned for 2026, including enhanced wellbeing support and a new area of mission to address needs in the wider world.
The Role
MMHS is seeking a Finance Manager to lead on the production of monthly management accounts, financial forecasting, and day-to-day financial operations. Reporting to the Director of Finance, ICT and Investments, you’ll play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, transparency, and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to operate as a number two to the Director and gradually increase your skillset.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing monthly management accounts and supporting year-end financial statements
- Supporting budget holders with forecasting and financial planning
- Managing accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fixed asset registers
- Overseeing cashflow, banking, and investment transactions
- Supporting the audit process and ensuring compliance with HMRC and statutory requirements
- Contributing to process improvements and financial reporting enhancements
The Person
You’ll be a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) with approx. five years’ experience in a finance or accountancy setting. If you're currently working in audit or accountancy practice and considering your first move, we’d be delighted to hear from you. You’ll be confident working independently, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a broad range of financial responsibilities.
You’ll bring:
- Strong Excel and IT skills
- A proactive, diligent approach to problem-solving
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders
- A collaborative mindset and a willingness to support others
Experience in housing or the third sector is desirable but not essential.
What’s in it for You
MMHS offers a generous benefits package and a supportive working culture, including:
- Up to 16% employer pension contribution
- 4x salary life cover and critical illness cover
- 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with tenure, plus 3 discretionary days over Christmas
- Flexible start and finish times
- Learning & development budget
- Season ticket loan and contribution towards eye tests/glasses
How to Apply
This role is being managed by Peter O'Sullivan at Hays Senior Finance. For a confidential discussion or to request the full job pack, please get in touch via LinkedIn or email.
Advert closing: 13th October
Shortlisting: 15th October
Interivews: 21st and 22nd October