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Operations Coordinator 

Location: Hybrid (London office and home) 

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Four–day working week (32hours)

Reporting to: Head of Operations & Strategy

Salary: £30,000

About Spinal Research 

Every two hours, someone in the UK becomes paralysed. Globally, more than 15 million people live with paralysis. At Spinal Research, our vision is a world where paralysis can be cured. We fund groundbreaking research to deliver life-changing treatments for people with spinal cord injuries. By backing the brightest minds and fostering innovation, we are driving progress towards what could be the medical breakthrough of the 21st century: curing paralysis. We will not stop until that future is achieved.

The Role 

We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised Operations Coordinator to support the smooth running of the organisation. 

This is a varied role at the heart of a small charity, spanning governance, HR, finance and operations. You’ll work closely with the Head of Operations & Strategy and support colleagues across the organisation to ensure systems, processes and compliance run effectively. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support board and governance processes, including meetings and record-keeping 

• Provide HR and finance administration, including recruitment coordination and invoice/expense processing 

• Help manage day-to-day operations, including office coordination, IT and suppliers 

• Act as Health & Safety Coordinator 

• Support data processes alongside the Data Manager 

• Contribute to cross-team projects and general organisational support 

About You 

• Experience in an administrative or operations role (charity or small organisation desirable) 

• Highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities 

• Proactive, reliable and collaborative 

• Strong communication skills and discretion with confidential information 

• Comfortable working across a broad and varied remit 

Experience in HR, finance, governance or CRM systems is helpful but not essential. 

Working for Spinal Research 

We are a collaborative, mission-driven team committed to advancing research and improving outcomes for people living with spinal cord injury. We offer a supportive and inclusive culture, opportunities for connection and development, and a four-day working week to support wellbeing and flexibility. 

Ready to help us deliver life-changing impact?
Apply now to join Spinal Research and play a key role in our mission to cure paralysis.

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining why you would like to work for Spinal Research, and why you would be a good fit for the role.

The Director of Finance & Planning is a member of the senior management team and key Board liaison, responsible for supporting the organisation to deliver a sustainable financial and operating model. Therefore, the role is key at both the strategic and operational levels, including finance & planning, operations, HR and IT. 

Main responsibilities

Board representation and liaison

• Act as the key focal point for the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, including liaison with the Treasurer on agendas, producing relevant papers and tracking/implementing agreed action points
• Attend People and other Committee meetings as required 
• Attend board meetings and produce board papers where required
• Ensure company secretarial requirements are met for Bond, including Companies House and Charity Commission filings. 

Ensure appropriate financial governance framework is in place

• Ensure that appropriate financial controls, systems and resourcing are in place that meet the needs of the organisation, adapting as these evolve over time 
• Oversee regular review of finance/HR/operations policies and related staff hand-books, ensuring appropriate updates are made as needed and communicated to stakeholders as necessary 
• Ensure timely, accurate and insightful monthly management reporting is produced for the organisation 
• Provide updates on Bond’s finances to SMT and staff as required, at least quarterly 
• Enable accurate and timely financial reporting to funders in line with funding agreements. Maintain oversight of basis for allocation of costs and staff time to restricted grants 
• Take ownership of the year end external audit, leading the audit relationship and overseeing accounts production and sign off 
• Maintain Bond’s reserve policy, tracking financial position against agreed target and ensuring annual review of policy and target level with Trustees 

Provide organisational leadership on Finance, Operations and HR 

• Provide leadership and line management to the Finance, Operations & Effectiveness team. Provide support and oversight on day-to-day activities of the team as needed.
• Represent functional areas within the Senior Management Team
• Actively engage with staff reps and wider staff team to build organisational understanding of Bond’s finances and HR policies 
• Support development of funding proposals, ensuring realistic and accurate budgeting and seeking to maximise organisational cost recovery 
• Provide support to teams across Bond, and the finance manager, in grant management and reporting
• Provide authorisation for payments as appropriate to the scheme of delegation 
• Demonstrate a commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion

Lead Bond’s planning and budgeting process 

• Own Bond’s medium term financial plan, regularly updating the financial outlook across both restricted and unrestricted funds and supporting SMT discussions to ensure long term financial sustainability of Bond 
• Lead on the annual planning and budgeting process, ensuring that team plans and budgets align and support delivery of the organisational strategy 
• Work with SMT to ensure that teams are able to demonstrate and quantify their impact
• Provide support to project managers in developing and managing budgets
• Meet regularly with budget holders to review management accounts for their areas of responsibility
• Reforecast income and expenditure, and review progress against team plans, at least quarterly to ensure visibility of performance and allow in-year correction where needed

Legal and risk management

• Maintain the organisational risk register, updating with SMT regularly and reporting onwards to the Board 
• Monitor risks owned by Director of Finance & Planning, ensure that required actions are being taken and report any change in risk profile to the CEO, SMT and the Board
• Organisational lead on data protection 
• Review material contracts before signature, to assess financial and operational risks, and seeking external legal counsel where needed 

Day-to- day finance tasks 

• Due to size of Bond and the small finance team, Director of Finance & Planning is required to undertake day to day finance tasks as needed, such as: 
• Oversee, review and sign off on payroll, pension and taxes including monthly payroll journal to allocate costs to grants 
• Review and sign off bank reconciliations and journals raised by the Finance Manager 
• Overhead allocations to grants 
• Donor financial reporting production and review 

Person Specification

Required 

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Senior management experience, including leadership of multi-function teams and liaison with Trustees 
• Strong understanding of charity accounting, including restricted grant management 
• Experience of managing HR professionals or experience of a wide range of HR matters 
• Demonstrable commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion 
• Enjoy holding both strategic view and hands-on operational tasks 

Desirable 

• Experience of setting measures to track impact as well as broader organisational KPIs 
• Salesforce experience (Certinia finance a bonus) 

Benefits

Bond offers a competitive salary and benefits package including: 

• 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with additional staff privilege days, normally between Christmas and New Year 
• 7% pension contributions (staff pay 3.5%)
• Flexible working hours (Hybrid working – 1 day, minimum in the office per month) 
• Staff Development days 
• Perk Box access 
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• WeCare (Health and wellbeing services, including access to 24/7 online GP services, second medical opinion, mental health support such as counselling, guidance from health professionals, burnout prevention, life event counselling, get fit programmes, nutritionist advice, etc. – for staff and immediate family) 
• Interest free season ticket loan 

How to Apply

To apply submit your CV and cover letter by 18th May 2026

In the cover letter we expect you to set out:

• Why you are interested in this role
• How you meet the role requirements
• Your understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion and why it matters in this role

Are you an experienced Finance professional looking for a new opportunity?

We have a vacancy for a Finance Business Partner to join our fantastic Financial Planning & Analysis team here at RBL on a 9 month Fixed Term Contract covering maternity leave.

This role will see you as a key member of the Finance team, working closely with the Senior Finance Business Partner to deliver robust financially planning and advice, supporting budget holders, Heads of Departments and Directors across your designated teams.

You will manage the month end process for your business area to ensure all regular journals are posted in a timely and accurate manner. Any necessary corrections should be made, and you will support budget holders with reporting and variance analysis.

You will develop trusted relationships to produce financial projections, budgets, forecasts and business cases, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy. You’ll be a keen problem solver with an eye for detail, an effective communicator and have a strong focus on customer service, planning and organising. 

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

We’re looking for a Finance Business Partner who is passionate about the charity and welfare sector to join us and deliver high quality financial, commercial and business advisory support to our organisation. You will have similar experience in finance and management accounting obtained in a complex organisation, and knowledge of a variety of accounting systems and financial reporting approaches.

This is a 9 month Fixed Term Contract starting early July 2026. You will be contracted to our London, Haig House, Hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the Hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site.

Employee benefits include –

- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!

For more detailed information about the role, please see the Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Job role: Interim Finance Manager
Contract: 3 month fixed term contract
Salary: £55,735 pro rata
Location: Hampshire
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week
Working pattern: Onsite Monday and Thursday
 
We are working with a purpose led charity making a meaningful difference for people and communities across the UK. During a critical period, we are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to provide stability, assurance and hands on support within the finance function.

This role is focused on stabilisation and delivery, not restructuring or strategic change. You will play a key role in maintaining strong financial control, producing high quality management information and supporting colleagues across the organisation.
 
The role

This is a hands on interim opportunity with responsibility for core financial accounting and month end processes. You will work confidently in a largely manual environment, bringing clarity, structure and rigour while collaborating closely with non finance colleagues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Owning and delivering the full month end close, including journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
• Producing timely management accounts with clear variance analysis and commentary
• Reviewing financial controls, identifying key risks and implementing proportionate, practical solutions
• Supporting year end and responding to external audit requests
• Improving the consistency and clarity of finance processes and reporting templates
• Developing templates for management accounts, cashflow forecasting, reforecasting and income reporting
• Acting as a stabilising and supportive presence during a pressured period
• Explaining financial information clearly and practically to non finance colleagues

 
About you

You will bring significant hands on financial accounting experience and enjoy bringing order and reassurance to complex environments.

You will offer:

• Experience within the charity or not for profit sector and familiarity with PSF finance systems
• Proven delivery of full month end processes and management accounts
• Experience supporting year end and audit in small to mid sized organisations
• Confidence working in resource constrained or highly manual finance environments
• The ability to turn manual financial data into clear, decision ready information
• Strong intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups and logical formulas

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Job Title: Finance Business Partner

Location: Homeworking with a requirement to occasionally work at Head Office (Vauxhall, London). The role will also be considered on a fully homeworking basis.

Salary: £47,701.95 per annum plus £3000 London Weighting (which may not be applicable depending on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement)

Contract type: Full Time, Fixed Term (until April 2027)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Finance Business Partner on an interim fixed term contract basis during a period of significant change for the charity. 

Refuge is transforming the way it manages its finances, modernising all aspects of financial management across the organisation with the implementation of a new finance system.

We are looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner to cover this Interim Fixed Term Maternity cover contract, you will bring a deep understanding of delivering a modern finance partnering service, ideally in a charity or housing association setting.  As the Finance Business Partner in this very hands-on role, you will manage and carry out all aspects of business partnering, preparation of monthly management information and insights to meet the needs of our colleagues across the organisation.

This is an exciting time to join an organisation which provides crucial services to women and children, helping us build our capabilities and make a significant contribution. This is a fixed term contract role and will allow you to focus on delivering what we need in the short term, whilst putting in the foundations for the next stages of financial transformation.

If you are inspired by our mission and would like to bring your skills and energy to our work, we look forward to receiving your application.

Closing Date: 09:00am 26 May 2026

Interview Date: Week Commencing 8 June 2026

*Please note that by completing your application, you consent to Parenting for Lifelong Health using AI-assisted tools to help review and shortlist applications. See our Privacy Statement for more information. 

About Parenting for Lifelong Health:

Parenting for Lifelong Health (PLH) aims to empower parents to improve child development, reduce family violence, and promote mental health. We give parents the support they need, the skills that work, and trusted advice they can count on to protect and support their children’s health, safety and development. Our parenting courses are developed with families, powered by low-cost and accessible technology, backed by rigorous evidence, and delivered within systems. Originally founded as an initiative in 2012 in collaboration with UNICEF and the WHO, Parenting for Lifelong Health was established as a UK charity in 2022 and since then has reached over 8 million families in more than 35 countries. 

PLH Values  

• Courage We have the courage to design for the big picture and complex problems with a commitment to creating sustainable solutions that last.
• Evidence We believe our work transforms the lives of children, families, and communities. Evidence of impact guides every decision, and we are relentless in pursuing the greatest impact with the least investment of time and resources required for parents and providers.
• Playfulness Parenting and child wellbeing thrives on play — and so do we. We experiment, learn from each other, as well as from parents and children, and create playful and engaging products and programmes that inspire joy, curiosity, and connection.
• Respect Everyone brings something essential. We show kindness in our team, honesty with our partners, and deep respect and empathy for parents and children, and those who are on the frontline of providing services for them.

PLH has a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity in how we work, who we work with, and what we do. Candidates from minority and disadvantaged backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

PLH also has a strong commitment to the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA). All candidates considered for the role will be subject to background and reference checks in their country of residence.

Benefits: Flexible remote-working, home office set-up, unlimited annual leave, professional development opportunities, enhanced pension contributions, enhanced statutory leave provisions including maternity and paternity leave.

About the role:

The Finance Manager is responsible for PLH’s financial systems, controls, and compliance. The role is responsible for ensuring smooth financial operations, accurate and timely reporting, and full compliance with UK Charity Commission requirements and donor regulations.

The position acts as:

• the primary point of contact between PLH and its outsourced accounting firm;
• the operational counterpart to a strategic Senior Director of Finance; and
• the primary source of financial support for programme teams. 

Responsibilities:

Financial Operations

• Act as the primary organisational contact for the outsourced accounting firm, setting expectations, reviewing performance, and ensuring service quality.
• Oversee the monthly financial close process, reviewing outputs from the outsourced accounting firm and producing management reports and key financial insights, including:

○ Cash flow and liquidity position

○ Income recognition

○ Restricted vs unrestricted funds

○ Project-level budget variance and cost recovery

• Maintain and update PLH’s Financial Model to reflect actuals, updated revenue and expense projections, and key variances against the approved annual budget, highlighting any significant issues or risks to the Senior Director of Finance.
• Regularly update forecasts based on actual performance and current assumptions within PLH’s Financial Model.
• Manage PLH’s project budgets and work closely with project managers, enforcing consistent standards of budget management, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Oversee the monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance with local regulations, and timely coordination with external providers.
• Manage internal accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring appropriate controls, approvals, and segregation of duties.
• Manage and maintain PLH’s expense management and banking systems.
• Oversee PLH’s donation processing systems, with a strong focus on fraud prevention, anti-money laundering, and donor due diligence. 

Financial Compliance

• Review accounting records and supporting documentation prepared by the outsourced accounting firm.
• Ensure compliance across all donor-funded projects, in line with donor regulations and PLH’s internal financial policies.
• Enforce and evaluate strong financial policies and internal controls, regularly reviewing and aligning these systems with UK Charity Commission guidance and reporting requirements.
• Lead audit preparation, coordinate internal inputs, and act as primary day-to-day contact for external auditors.
• Organise the completion and submission of PLH’s annual return and HMRC corporate tax return.
• Monitor exchange rate fluctuations and advise the Executive and Operations teams on mitigation measures (including approved salary adjustments) to buffer sharp decreases in currency value, in line with organisational policy. 

Essential criteria:

• Fully or part-qualified professional accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CPA, or equivalent), or demonstrably equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a finance role, including at least two years in a finance management or senior finance position.
• Demonstrable experience overseeing monthly close processes and producing high-quality management accounts and financial reports.
• Strong experience monitoring budgets, maintaining rolling forecasts, and updating financial models based on actuals and revised assumptions.
• Experience preparing for, coordinating, and supporting audits, including liaison with external auditors.
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, including complex formulas, linked models, and scenario-based inputs and assumptions.
• Strong experience working with cloud-based accounting systems and the ability to rapidly become fully proficient in PLH’s finance systems.
• Strong understanding of internal financial controls, segregation of duties, and financial policy compliance in a regulated environment.
• Ability to work with outsourced accounting or payroll providers, ensuring accuracy, quality control, and timeliness.
• High attention to detail, analytical rigour, and ability to interpret financial data to support evidence-informed decision-making.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues and support budget-holder capacity-building. 

Preferred criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• Experience working within a UK-registered charity and familiarity with Charity Commission guidance and reporting requirements.
• Experience implementing or maintaining financial policies and procedures aligned with UK charity governance standards.
• Experience managing multi-currency transactions and foreign exchange exposure, ideally using Xero or comparable systems.
• International donor compliance experience, particularly with institutional or multilateral funders (e.g. UNICEF, UN agencies, WHO, major foundations). 
• Demonstrated success working in early-stage or scaling organisations, with the ability to operate both independently and collaboratively.
• Experience working with globally distributed teams and multiple country contexts.
• Confidence delivering financial guidance or training to project managers and non-finance staff.
• High level of proficiency in written and spoken English. 

Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with World Vision UK to recruit for a high-calibre Head of Finance to drive their financial integrity and operational excellence. Reporting directly to the CFO and serving as a key member of the Extended Leadership Team, you will ensure resources are managed with unwavering accuracy, insight, and stewardship to support vulnerable children worldwide.

You will lead core operations—from transaction processing and monthly accounts to treasury, tax compliance, and statutory reporting. You will be a critical partner to the Head of Business Intelligence and leaders across Fundraising and Programmes, embedding clear policies and modern processes that amplify World Vision UK’s mission impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Control & Reporting: Oversee the production of high-quality monthly management accounts and deliver statutory annual accounts under Charities SORP (FRS 102).
• Modernisation & Innovation: Act as the Finance Systems owner and define a multi-year modernisation roadmap, embedding automation, AI for efficiency, and controls-by-design.
• Strategic Leadership: Lead and develop a diverse team of 12 (5 direct reports), fostering a service-oriented business partnering culture.
• Budgeting & Fund Management: Lead the annual budgeting cycle and oversee the management of cash, remittances, and foreign currency hedges.
• Governance & Risk: Ensure full compliance with UK law and Charity Commission standards, acting as the primary lead for external audit and banking relationships.

About You

You are an outcome-focused leader who balances strategic vision with operational rigour. You possess a continuous-improvement mindset and the ability to influence senior stakeholders with commercially aware recommendations.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification experience in industry.
• Sector Expertise: Proven experience in a finance management position within the Charity sector, including the management of restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Leadership Track Record: Experience leading multi-function teams with a focus on capability building and performance management.
• Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of internal controls, technical accounting, and large-scale budgeting processes.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to present decision-ready papers to Board committees.
• Occupational Requirement: Given the leadership nature of this role and its responsibility for the spiritual nurturing of staff, there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have an active Christian faith.

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with Microsoft Business Central, Power BI, SAP Concur, Jedox, and Blackline.

Salary: Circa £70,000 per annum

Key Benefits: 7% employer pension contribution and 28 days holiday + bank holidays

Location: Hybrid: 2 days from Milton Keynes office

Application deadline is Wednesday 27th May. 

Please click on the link to view our dedicated careers page with more details: 

Help end avoidable blindness worldwide

Right now, 1.1 billion people are living with vision loss - yet the vast majority of this is preventable or treatable. Behind every statistic is a child missing out on education, a parent unable to work, a community held back.

At Orbis UK, we are part of a global organisation that trains eye care professionals, delivers life-changing treatments, and invests in innovative solutions - from our Flying Eye Hospital to global telehealth platform -so that no one is needlessly blind.

In 2025, the UK team raised £7.1m. These funds supported 18 projects across 8 countries. With these funds we delivered 9,908 training sessions for health workers, enabled 469,287 eye screenings, 37,378 treatments and delivered 2.5m doses of antibiotics to tackle trachoma. The organisation’s ambition is to grow our income to £10 million per year within the next five years.

To achieve our next phase of growth and impact, we are looking for a Director of Finance & Operations who shares their ambition to expand access to eye care in the countries where it is needed most.

Why this role matters

As part of the senior leadership team, you will ensure Orbis UK is financially strong, operationally effective, and ready to expand our reach. Your leadership will directly support programmes that restore sight, train clinicians, and strengthen health systems in the communities where we work.

Your impact

You will:

• Ensure every pound is used effectively to maximise Orbis UK’s life-changing impact
• Provide the financial insight that shapes strategic decisions
• Lead the teams that ensure the smooth running of the organisation - finance, HR, IT, and operations
• Strengthen governance, accountability, and sustainability as the organisation grows
• Partner with colleagues in the UK and internationally to deliver lasting change

Who we’re looking for

You are more than technically excellent - you are purpose-driven.

You’ll bring:

• A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA)
• Experience leading finance in a complex organisation, ideally with charity or public sector exposure
• The ability to translate financial insight into clear, strategic direction
• A collaborative leadership style and confidence working with senior stakeholders
• A genuine commitment to global equity and social impact

Join us

Orbis is not a large organisation; it depends more than most on the value added by the individual. If you believe you can bring not only strong professional skills, but also the personal qualities, commitment to our charitable aims, and collaborative spirit that make a meaningful difference in a small team like ours, we would love to hear from you and strongly encourage you to apply.

Recruitment timetable

• Application deadline  Sunday 17th May, midnight
• Shortlisting  Wednesday 27th May 
• First stage interviews  w/c 1st June
• Final interviews  w/c 8th June

 

To apply, send your CV and cover letter via the link by Sunday 17th May, midnight.

For an informal conversation about the role, please reach out to our exclusive recruitment partner, Bryony Thomas, via the Allen Lane agency website.

 

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation, and particularly welcome applications from people currently underrepresented at senior levels, including those from Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic backgrounds, and disabled or neurodivergent candidates.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the role itself, we’ll work with you to make that happen.

A gallery shaped by ideas, people and possibility
Whitechapel Gallery is a leading contemporary arts organisation in East London, committed to making art accessible to diverse audiences.

As we approach our 125th anniversary, we are entering a period of renewed ambition, including a significant capital project and plans for the future of our building and operations. This is a pivotal moment, bringing both opportunity and complexity, requiring clear thinking and strong financial leadership.

The opportunity
We are seeking a Director of Finance to join us at this important stage. This is a senior leadership role, working closely with the Director, Director of Commerce and Business Transformation, Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees.

You will shape financial strategy, support high-level decision-making and ensure the Gallery remains financially sustainable, well-governed and able to deliver its ambitions. The role combines strategic oversight with operational leadership, requiring sound judgement and the ability to work across a complex organisation.

The role
You will lead the Gallery’s financial strategy and planning, ensuring robust budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management. You will provide clear financial insight to support senior decision-making and oversee high-quality reporting.

You will ensure strong financial governance and compliance with Charity SORP, manage risk, and lead the annual audit. You will also oversee tax and regulatory matters, including VAT, PAYE and Gift Aid, and manage relationships with auditors, banks and funders.

You will lead and develop the Finance Team, while supporting financial understanding across the organisation. As part of the senior leadership group, you will help shape priorities and ensure resources are aligned to deliver impact.

About you
You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with senior-level experience. Experience in the charity or cultural sector is helpful but not essential.

You will bring strong expertise in financial strategy, planning and governance, and be confident advising Boards or Trustees. You will be able to translate complex financial information into clear insight and build effective relationships across the organisation.

Why join Whitechapel Gallery?
This is an opportunity to take on a key leadership role at an important point in the Gallery’s development. You will work closely with senior colleagues and Trustees, influencing strategy and supporting delivery across the organisation.

Equity, diversity and inclusion
Whitechapel Gallery is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We value different perspectives and are committed to an accessible recruitment process. If you require adjustments, please let us know.

To apply

Send your CV and cover letter to via the link by Sunday 17th May, midnight.

For an informal conversation about the role, please reach out to our exclusive recruitment partner, Bryony Thomas, via the Allen Lane agency website.

 

Prospectus are delighted to be working with our client in their recruitment for a Finance Manager.
 
The organisation is a UK charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest.

This Finance Manager role is available on a 12-month fixed term contract and full-time basis. The salary on offer for this role is circa £45,000 per annum. There is hybrid working arrangements for this role, where there would be an expectation the person would attend the Strood office in Kent, 1-2 days a month. 

The Finance Manager will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management of the charity’s finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, high‑quality reporting, and strong support to service delivery teams. You will play a key role in cost control, income reporting, contract financial management, and supporting operational managers to understand and manage their budgets effectively. You will combine strong technical accounting skills with commercial awareness and a collaborative, service‑focused approach.

To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with post‑qualification experience gained ideally in a similar position. You will have experience preparing management accounts, managing budgets, and ability to use finance systems and Microsoft Excel. You will have a strong understanding of restricted funding and contract‑based income. You will have experience in line management and supporting the work of others. You will have the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non‑financial colleagues. 

Desirably, you will have experience working with UK charities and knowledge of Charity SORP. You will have familiarity with local authority or public‑sector contracts. You will have experience in finance system implementation or process redesign. You will have experience overseeing or supporting payroll processes.

To apply, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact George Cook at Prospectus.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a growing, values-driven charity supporting people facing and experiencing homelessness in Milton Keynes. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will take full ownership of our financial operations, ensuring strong financial stewardship while helping shape the organisation’s future.

This is a standalone, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working autonomously, taking initiative, and contributing beyond the numbers. Your work will directly enable us to deliver vital services, respond to need, and grow sustainably.

About the role
You will lead all aspects of financial management, providing clear insight and robust systems to support decision-making across the charity. From day-to-day operations to strategic planning, you’ll be a trusted partner to the CEO and wider team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing day-to-day finances, including cashflow, banking, payments, and reporting (Xero)

• Preparing monthly management accounts, forecasts, and budget analysis with clear, meaningful commentary

• Leading the annual budgeting process and supporting budget holders

• Managing payroll, pensions, and HMRC submissions

• Preparing year-end accounts and liaising with auditors/independent examiners

• Supporting fundraising through financial modelling and funder reporting

• Ensuring compliance with charity and company financial regulations

• Overseeing insurance, licences, and financial governance requirements

• Submitting Gift Aid claims and maintaining the fixed asset register

• Attending Board meetings to present financial updates and provide insight

This role offers the chance to strengthen and shape financial processes within an ambitious and evolving charity.

About you
You’ll be an experienced and confident finance professional who is comfortable working independently and communicating with colleagues at all levels.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in a Finance Manager (or similar) role

• Strong working knowledge of Xero and Excel

• Experience preparing accounts for audit and managing budgets

• Ideally, experience within a charity or not-for-profit setting

• The ability to translate financial information into clear, practical insight

• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and excellent organisational skills

Above all, you’ll share our values and be motivated by the opportunity to support people to rebuild their lives.

What we offer

• Salary: £35,500 – £38,000 pro-rata (depending on experience)

• Hours: 20 hours per week (hybrid working)

• Holiday: 25 days plus statutory days (pro-rata)

• Additional benefits: Pension, on-site parking, employee discount scheme

Please note: All direct or speculative applications to UnityMK will be forwarded to Debbie Burbage Recruitment as part of our exclusive partnership.

Finance Manager  

Location: London
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £50,000 per annum

· Lead a finance team within a mission-driven organisation transforming conflict resolution globally

· Manage end-to-end financial operations including bank reconciliations and monthly reporting

· Drive process improvements and automation within finance systems to enhance team efficiency

· Support strategic financial initiatives whilst developing your team's finance business partnering skills

Position Overview 

Our client is an international dispute resolution centre with over 35 years' experience helping organisations resolve commercial and workplace conflicts. As Finance Manager, you'll lead daily transactional finance activities, oversee team supervision, and support the Head of Finance in delivering accurate financial reporting and strategic initiatives that underpin the organisation's continued growth. They are part-company, part-charity.

The position is offered on a full-time permanent basis, with hybrid working available. The expectation is that you will be office based for 2-3 days per week.

Responsibilities 

· Lead daily transactional finance activities with timely, accurate ledger entries

· Oversee bank clearing and reconciliation of bank, cash, petty cash balances

· Manage monthly payment runs and customer receipt allocation processes

· Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliation and foreign exchange revaluation

· Maintain and control the fixed asset register and chart of accounts

· Support payroll processing and prepare draft VAT returns

· Supervise team members, conduct performance reviews, manage finance timetable

· Identify opportunities to automate and improve accounts production processes

· Support annual accounts preparation and liaise with external auditors

· Assist Head of Finance with ad-hoc projects and strategic initiatives

· Support Head of Finance with management accounts and budgets

Requirements 

· CCAB-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIPFA, ICAS or ICAEW)

· Proven experience managing and supporting finance staff

· Strong experience with finance systems (iplicit experience desirable)

· Experience preparing VAT returns

· Experience preparing management accounts and financial reporting

· Desirable: change management, systems implementation, or process improvement experience

Benefits 

· Competitive salary of £50,000 per annum

· Generous annual leave entitlement

· Company pension scheme

How to Apply 

Please send your CV for consideration.

Closing date: Ongoing/ASAP

Finance Director

London Community Foundation
Salary: c. £80,000 pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time or 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE)
Location: London (hybrid, typically 1 day per week in the office)

London Community Foundation exist to improve the lives of the most disadvantaged people in London by working with donors to invest in small, local charities and community groups.

We are now seeking a Finance Director to play a pivotal role in shaping our future, strengthening our financial sustainability, supporting our governance, and enabling us to deliver greater impact for London’s communities.

The role

As Finance Director, you will sit at the heart of decision-making within a purpose-driven organisation, influencing strategy, supporting the Board, guiding investment decisions and ensuring that resources are directed where they matter most.

As a key member of the Senior Management Team, working closely with the CEO, Board, and committees to ensure strong financial leadership, governance, and long-term sustainability.

You will:

· Lead financial strategy, planning, and performance across the organisation

· Provide clear, accessible financial insight to support decision-making at Board and executive level

· Oversee financial control, reporting, audit, and compliance (including SORP)

· Support stewardship of investments and endowment funds

· Lead risk, assurance, and governance processes, including engagement with the Finance, Risk & Resources Committee

· Act as Company Secretary, ensuring robust governance and regulatory compliance

· Oversee contracts, supply chain, and value-for-money across the organisation

· Provide strategic oversight of systems, data, and technology, including line management of the Technology Manager

· Lead and develop a high-performing finance team

This is a broad and influential role, combining strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, well-suited to someone who enjoys working across organisational boundaries and shaping how an organisation operates.

 

About you

You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with experience operating at a senior level and advising Boards and executive teams.

You will bring:

· A track record of leading financial strategy, planning, and organisational performance

· Strong experience in governance, risk, and compliance within complex environments

· Confidence working with Boards, committees, and senior stakeholders

· The ability to translate financial information into clear, actionable insight

· Experience leading teams and developing people

· An understanding of systems, data, and organisational infrastructure

· A commitment to inclusive leadership and equity

Experience in grant-making, philanthropy, or endowment management is welcome, but not essential.

Our commitment to inclusion

At London Community Foundation, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve.

We actively encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, including those with lived experience of the issues our work seeks to address.

Further Information

For an informal discussion about the opportunity or if you require any additional support with your application, please contact Alex Williams at Giving Back Recruitment

Recruitment timetable 

• Closing date: Wednesday, 20th May 2026
• Interviews with London Community Foundation W/C 15th June

Are you a qualified accountant looking to use your expertise to make a global impact? Goodman Masson are partnered with The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) to recruit for a Head of Finance to lead their accounting function and play a pivotal role in the UK’s national response to major humanitarian crises.

Since 1963, the DEC has been a unique force in the charity sector, bringing together 15 of the UK’s leading humanitarian agencies—to raise over £2.5 billion for disaster-affected communities worldwide. When a humanitarian emergency warrants a national response, they launch high-profile appeals that save lives and protect livelihoods.

We are looking for an experienced, qualified accountant to lead the DEC’s finance function, ensuring accurate day-to-day accounting and robust financial controls, and delivering high-quality management and statutory reporting. The Head of Finance oversees budgeting and forecasting across the Secretariat, leads the annual audit and year-end accounts production, and provides clear financial insight to budget-holders and senior stakeholders. 

During the DEC public appeals, the role plays a critical part in processing and reconciling high-volume donation income at pace, maintaining strong controls across multiple channels, and supporting timely reporting and allocation of funds to members. 

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership: Oversee the accounting function, including management accounts, budgets, and the annual audit.
• Appeal Management: During emergency appeals, ensure the accurate daily processing of high-volume income and produce critical "FinSit" reports.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate the "Indicator of Capacity" (IoC) process with member agency Finance Directors to ensure fair allocation of funds.
• Compliance & Control: Maintain a robust financial control environment, ensuring compliance with tax (VAT, Gift Aid), legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Team Management: Line manage and support the development of the Financial Accountant and Finance & Administration Officer.

Who You Are

• Qualified Expert: You are a CCAB qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with proven post-qualification experience in the charity sector.
• Systems Savvy: You have experience using database accounting systems (Sun Accounts/Infor SunSystems Cloud is a plus).
• Strong Communicator: You can translate complex financial data for non-financial colleagues and build strong relationships across diverse teams.
• Adaptable & Resilient: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to work flexibly when a global emergency strikes.
• Mission-Driven: You are committed to the values of collaboration, transparency, and humanitarianism.

Salary is crica£65,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits. London based with very flexible hybrid working arrangements.

You can find out more details by visiting our dedicated careers site here: .

Application deadline is Friday 5^th June.