Summary of main purpose of the job:

You will be responsible for the finances and accounts of Junction 42, working alongside the Finance Assistant and Income Manager, and being responsible to the Operations Manager.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• To oversee the financial administration of the charity
• Operation of Sage 50 to run payroll, budget projection and bank reconciliation
• To prepare end of year accounts for external examination
• Monthly administration of payroll, pensions and expenses
• Monthly administration of the charity bank account
• To produce financial reports for departmental spending and strategic planning
• To prepare bi-monthly reviews for trustees’ meetings
• To advise management board for strategic financial decision making
• To oversee financial contractual delivery
• To be responsible for credit control
• To proactively evaluate Junction 42 financial processes and overall effectiveness with a view to operational adjustments where necessary
• To implement new financial systems and tooling identified by a Business Consultancy and in communication with the Business Development Manager
• To be responsible for Charities Commission, Companies House and OSCR submissions
• To partake actively as a Junction 42 team member, attending all meetings, training and events as directed by line manager
• Any other duties as agreed with line manager

Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in managing financial accounts and payroll
• Experience of using Sage software
• Ability to prepare accounts to a suitable standard for external auditing
• The ability to offer a strategic oversight
• Organisational and IT skills relevant to the post
• Excellent eye for detail
• The ability to work and contribute as part of a team
• Good interpersonal skills
• Relevant qualification in accountancy

Person Specification:

• Both appreciates and models the core principles and values of the organisation, including the Christian ethos.
• Conveys maturity, confidence and credibility to other professionals.
• Identifies with the ethos and mission of Junction 42.

This post has the following special circumstances:

• The post holder will be expected to attend all Junction 42 training, team days and conferences as requested by the Director.

Confidentiality:

Any information relating to people contacted by the Junction 42 acquired in the course of duty must be treated in strictest confidence and must be discussed only within the confines of the work setting with the appropriate members of staff.

Any information relating to staff acquired in the course of duty must be treated in the strictest confidence and must be discussed only with senior staff members or with the line manager.

Note:

This job description is not exhaustive and amendments and additions may be required in line with future organisational changes.

Carers Support Merton (CSM) is a well established and respected charity in the London Borough of Merton with an ambitious development programme of work to support promote and improve the quality of life of unpaid carers from the age of 5 years. CSM has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manger to join our friendly team. 

Working as part of the senior management team the post holder will have responsibility for all aspects of the financial function of the charity which will include the maintenance of accounting records and the production of timely financial information for the trustees, chief executive and independent examiner.

Carers Support Merton, as an employer, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This includes a commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard DBS check.

Finance Manager 

Hours: 14 hours per week (to be worked flexibly)

Salary:   £36,000 to £40,000 per annum Pro Rata depending on qualifications and experience.  Candidates wishing to work on a freelance basis will also be considered provided they meet HMRC requirements as a self- employed individual.

The ideal candidate will be qualified to a minimum of AAT level 3 with a solid track record as a Finance Manager or similar.  You will bring knowledge and experience of managing financial systems and procedures and providing financial information to the board of trustees to assist in decision-making, ideally in a not-for-profit setting. However, candidates with transferrable experience will also be considered.

This role would suit someone with flexible and pro-active approach to work, attention to details, strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, both in person and remotely.

We are currently home based due to COVID-19.  However, in the future the role will be based at our offices in Mitcham, but with the opportunity for continued homeworking for some of the working hours.  This role is NOT suitable for permanent fulltime remote working.

Closing Date:  Monday 18th May 2021 5pm

Interviews:  Weeks beginning 24th May 2021 & 31st May 2021

Please note: shortlisting and interviews for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore encourage early application and reserve the right to close these vacancies once suitable candidates have been appointed.

The Findhorn Foundation is a 58 year old spiritual community based in the NE of Scotland where it runs courses based on the three foundational principles of Inner Listening, Co-creation with the intelligence of nature and Work as love in action. Despite its small size and remote location it has had a global impact, creating a space where tens of thousands of people have had their lives transformed and gone on to be influencers for good across the world.

At this time of planetary transformation, the Foundation is going through its own process of radical transformation in response to the challenges brought about by the COVID pandemic and, more recently, a catastrophic fire that destroyed two of the most cherished buildings on one of our Campuses. The Accounts function has commenced its own transformation as we have moved from Sage to Xero and our Finance Manager of 20 years has retired.

We are therefore looking for someone to join us on the next part of this adventure. This role is responsible for the development of Xero as a tool to enable financial transparency, understanding and accountability across the co-worker body, as well as creating an integrated system of checks, balances and reports for management and trustees. Liaison with auditors, banks, and other departmental heads is also central to this role.

It will not be possible for this role to be performed remotely, at least initially. 

Requirements for this role:

• Either at least 5 years PQE with a formal qualification or at least 10 years of qualification by experience at senior management level in a finance function

• Experience of supporting Board members/Trustees with financial information

• Extensive experience with Xero and Excel

• Experience at setting up systems of checks, balances and reporting

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Good IT skills and an ability to assess IT solutions for integration with Xero as required

• Understanding of charity accounts an advantage

Person specification:

• Aligned with the spiritual principles of the Foundation

• Ability to  inspire and lead a team

• Ability to think creatively and communicate concepts clearly

• A willingness to engage with the wider community on financial matters

• A willingness to ‘roll up your sleeves’ when necessary 

Thank you for your interest in becoming Finance Manager at the Vision Foundation.

This is a demanding role but hugely satisfying too, combining responsibilities and ambitions within a tightknit team in a small charity – but a charity that punches well above its weight. 

We at the Vision Foundation believe passionately that people living with sight loss should have the same opportunities as anyone else. We strive to ensure London is a city that works for everyone and that avoidable sight loss is prevented.  The coronavirus crisis has affected all of us, but we are not affected equally. For blind and partially sighted people - an already isolated, disadvantaged and socially excluded group - the effects have been amplified.

The Vision Foundation is a sector leader in London standing up for the rights and freedoms of people living with sight loss. The charity funds organisations providing front-line projects and services across the capital, and works collaboratively through researching, building capacity, funding and investing, and advocacy.  Perhaps unusually for a foundation, we raise funds for our grantmaking and support through an energetic fundraising team and a small but important retail operation.  This role will work with and alongside fundraising and retail to ensure we maximise the income for the charity, to enable us to give as much as we can to benefit blind and partially sighted Londoners.

Our work is more than just providing support. It’s also about amplifying voices to ensure that blind and partially sighted people are heard.  And it’s about changing our society and the systems that structure it, by inspiring more people to advocate and  take action.

We’ve been going for a hundred years but following a cultural and organisational re-shaping, including a new strategy and rebrand last year, we have many of the characteristics of a start-up.  We have energy and drive, we move at pace – and we are still in the early stages of our journey to become the progressive, impact-focused grantmaker that we aspire to be.  You can read more about this on our website.  

We are looking to recruit an exceptional Finance Manager to run and continually control and improve our Finance function.

The Finance Manager role will be the main finance contact in the organisation and would report to the Director of Finance and Resources. Although there is no immediate requirement for the management of staff, it is possible the role may grow to incorporate supervision of other areas.

The coronavirus context has presented unprecedented challenges for charities, both in the short-term - with the need to respond and adapt at pace – and in the medium to long-term - with the need to ensure we can maintain our activity and see a route through to a sustainable and successful future – which we believe we can.

In a small organisation it is imperative you can work strategically and collaboratively with your colleagues.  You will need to be comfortable working in an ambitious organisation with high standards that is still evolving and changing at speed.  The role demands a great blend of skills, along with the belief that every blind and partially sighted Londoner should be able to lead their life to the full.

As an equal opportunities employer, the Vision Foundation welcomes applicants from all backgrounds irrespective of race, religion, belief, gender, disability, age or sexual orientation.

Are you up up for this distinctive challenge?  If so, we would love to hear from you.

FINANCE MANAGER

ROLE AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

You will be an experienced finance professional willing and able to be hands on with a good eye for detail, as is necessary in a small organisation, alongside working strategically with the leadership team. You will be used to balancing numerous demands and deadlines, and be committed to ensuring the finance function works effectively across the charity.

Responsible to

Director of Finance & Resources

Direct Reports

None at present although responsibilities may change in line with organisational growth and priorities.

Working Hours and Contract

This is a permanent role.  Depending on experience, we will consider flexible arrangements including part time, flexible hours, and some home working beyond the current pandemic arrangements.

Salary

£35,000-£40,000 pa (depending on experience)

Location

Central London, home working currently (April 2021)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Finance

Be an effective financial partner to the business, ensuring:

• accurate, timely and informative monthly management accounts
• regular cash flow forecasts
• accurate balance sheet and banking reconciliations
• efficient and effective financial control systems
• effective support for the annual budgeting and reforecasting processes
• budgets to support new initiatives and bids, including analysis of unit costs
• project management of financial projects
• accurate records of all income, enabling accurate and timely financial reports for funders, particularly on the use of restricted income
• financial oversight of grants payments, including allocations and phasing
• support for the Gift Aid claims process and other tax requirements
• useful reporting and effective training for internal teams such as fundraising and retail
• general financial administration and working with financial systems
• Support the audit process in line with SORP requirements and the preparation of the statutory accounts
• Ensure a cost-conscious and value-for-money organisational culture, reviewing functions and processes to ensure organisational needs are met.
• Work with the grant making team to undertake financial due diligence on grant applicants.
• Support the development and embedding of the risk management framework and incident reporting across the organisation and all stakeholders
• Ensure financial and contractual processes are based on clear policies and procedures, keeping them under review.
• Work with the Director of Finance & Resources to support the organisation’s objectives and strategic plans.

External Relationships

• Support the regulatory requirements of statutory bodies regarding the organisation’s financial affairs
• Support financial negotiations with our suppliers particularly with regards to facilities and premises, working closely with the director of retail
• Support relationships with external stakeholders (banks, lawyers, tax advisors) to access specialist knowledge and advice
• Support treasury management (e.g. management of bank accounts), and investment strategy

The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as the Vision Foundation develops. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Knowledge and skills

• Experience of producing and managing budgets with diverse income streams and expenditure.
• Experience of developing and managing finance systems and of implementing financial policies, processes and controls.
• Ability to lead on long-term financial planning and cost analysis that proactively contributes to the strategic direction of an organisation.
• Demonstrable motivation and negotiation skills, able to build personal credibility and successful relationships at all levels.
• Experience of project management and working with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to foster a culture of collaborative working with internal and external stakeholders.
• Degree-level education or equivalent.
• Part or fully qualified accountancy qualification desirable.

Personal attributes

• Excellent attention to detail and intellectual rigour.
• Positive, dynamic, tenacious and flexible at all times.
• Solutions-focused and willing to roll-up sleeves in a small team.
• Adaptable to changing landscape and evolving organisation.
• Confident with the desire to work in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to translate complex financial data and communicate clearly to a range of audiences.
• Enjoy working at a fast pace, on own initiative to tight deadlines.
• ‘Can do’ attitude and a sense of humour.
• An understanding of and commitment to London’s blind and partially sighted people.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a supporting statement by 5pm on Friday 7th May 2021.

AHOY's mission is to change people’s lives through sailing and rowing. From our base on the Thames in Deptford, London we provide opportunities for young people and the local community including those at-risk, disadvantaged or with learning disabilities. The water-based activities we offer using London’s greatest natural resource, the River Thames, are not usually accessible in this area of London. Through sailing, rowing and related learning activities we break down social barriers, develop essential life skills, confidence and pride, and bring people together from many walks of life to work together as a community helping others. Our activities and programmes are focused on teaching transferable and employable skills.

We are seeking a Finance and Charity Services Manager who will play a crucial role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team reporting to the Board of Trustees.

You will be responsible for all financial activities. You will use your experience as a charity finance professional to work with colleagues and trustees to agree and monitor budgets, maintain financial records, provide support for fundraising and ensure effective financial controls and compliance.  You will manage the Finance Administrator.

In addition to your financial responsibilities, you will use your analytical skills and charity experience to develop AHOY’s systems and procedures for measuring outcomes and social impact to demonstrate the value of what we do.  

You will also be responsible for other administrative support processes.

You will be a part qualified or qualified accountant with experience of charity financial management. You will be well organised, able to work on your own initiative as well as collaboratively and have excellent interpersonal skills.

Whilst this is a full time role, there is also the option to work part-time with some adjustment to responsibilities.  Please state in your covering letter if you would like to discuss part-time working.

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Permanent Position

£49,800

Head Office located in Central London with opportunity for some home based working (In the immediate and short term this role is home-based)

A Mental Health Charity whose focus is on children are looking to expand their finance team and recruit the new position of Finance Manager.

The charities services have grown over the past 12 months and funding has increase dramatically.

Direct Reports: Accounts Assistant x2 (Purchase Ledger & Income Ledger)

Responsible for delivering the monthly Management Accounts pack by gathering the outputs of the finance function (including Business Partnering function, Accounts Assistants and business unit information)

Representing a single point of contact in Finance for representatives of relevant Business Units.

Business Unit staff to include: operational Cost Centre Owners, business development leads and Heads of departments.

Improve, develop and issue reporting / dashboards / management information relating to the above

Lead system and process improvements to enable more accurate information and a better information flow

Work with BU staff to develop narrative for performance

Assist with regular rolling forecast of the expected outturn for the year

Responsible for the full annual audit process (entire cycle including annual audit readiness, audit delivery, production of annual statutory accounts and annual report and implementing suggestions of audit findings report).

The client is looking for a qualified accountant with line management experience.

Previous experience in the charity sector would be beneficial.

Do you have strong financial skills, which you want to use to support One25 to offer quality services to support some of Bristol’s most marginalised women?  Are you able to produce high quality financial information to support budgeting, financial planning and adherence to SORP and our charitable requirements? Can you support us to scope out new services to meet an ambitious business plan?

One25 is a highly respected, Bristol wide charity for women moving from crisis and trauma towards independence in the community.  Our team of committed staff take a person centred approach to offer a range of services: van outreach, drop in and casework services support for women involved in street sex work.  Our Pause programme supports women who have had children removed from their care and Peony supports women to take positive steps forward in their recovery from trauma.  We are looking to fill the new role of dedicated Finance Manager, to work alongside the management team supporting the organisation’s sustainability and financial reporting including gathering data to evidence the impact of our work. Do you have the skills, dedication and drive to join us?

You would need to:

• Have strong financial skills, ideally at qualified accountancy level and the ability to work within charitable funding to support sound understanding and financial planning
• Work alongside the Senior Management Team and Management Team to support budgeting, understanding of finances amongst non-financial managers and plan finances alongside an ambitious business plan
• Report to the board quarterly, presenting financial information clearly, outlining risks and anticipating fundraising needs and challenges
• Liaise with auditors, lead on our audit and develop all accounting practices in line with SORP and charity law
• Have experience of managing Finance Staff and working alongside a range of teams
• Think creatively, work well under pressure and analyse complex information
• Share our values and commitment to supporting some of Bristol’s most vulnerable women through quality programme provision supporting them to make positive changes
• Lead on the production of our impact statistics through data analysis, working alongside the SMT to produce these and financial reporting to funders
• Learn quickly and support new ventures through prospective budgeting

This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious and award-winning charity in a senior role within One25. The post-holder will be qualified to accountant level and/or have experience in a similar role. They will have responsibility for supporting sustainability and growth and the performance of One25, in relation to demonstrating our impact.  The post holder will be managed by the CEO and will be strongly supported in their work.  The Finance Manager role is being restructured from the former role of Finance and Resources Manager, creating a dedicated finance role in line with One25’s growth over the last few years. The post will involve work on site and home working.  A handover with the current Finance and Resources Manager, is intrinsic to the induction of the role.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are underrepresented in our workforce.

Benefits: Generous leave (33 days including bank holidays) plus up to 13 additional days’ time off in lieu; flexible working hours and great job satisfaction. Pro rata

Hours: 22 hours a week over 3-4 days (including occasional evening and weekend commitments)

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 pro rata

Applications by: 9am, 14th May 2021

Interviews: 18th May 2021

Expected Start: June 2021

Finance Manager

We are currently looking to recruit a Finance Manager. As the most senior finance person in the charity, reporting to the Chief Executive, you will be responsible for supporting the CEO and Trustees in the development of the charity’s financial strategy, long term financial forecasts and annual budgeting. In conjunction with the rest of the management team, you will also be responsible for an efficient cost control process. You will also use your commercial insight, governance, and analysis skills to help the charity plan and invest in order for it to deliver its charity objectives.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant, with experience in financial and management accounting, ideally within a not-for-profit organisation. You will be self-motivated and think analytically when maintaining robust financial control. 

Working with the other managers in the day-to-day running of the charity, this role will lead team members responsible for the efficient running of ‘Business Operations’ namely Finance, HR and Administration to support service delivery.

Key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

Finance

The provision of our in-house accountancy services which encompasses the planning, organisation and related duties and responsibilities associated with the control of financial and statistical information regarding the operational performance of the business.

Human Resources

The provision of comprehensive HR service which ensures that managers and employees are equipped with best practice to foster a high-performance culture, utilising third-party HR consultants as necessary.

Facilities, Safety and Compliance

The provision of high quality, cost-effective maintenance and presentation of the premises and facilities to promote a positive and professional experience for staff and visitors.

Ensuring that the company is compliant, safe and have the correct policies and practices in place and that Health & Safety and regulatory requirements are being met.

IT & Supplier Management

Act as a conduit between our current IT and other support providers/suppliers and our internal requirements, managing and maintaining IT, Telecoms and related services.

Line Management

Line manager responsibilities including management, support and development of circa 6 members of the BVA team.

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Essential Experience

• Qualified Accountant
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to develop financial models
• Experience in using Xero Accounting Software (preferred)
• Ability to present financial information to budget holders and non-finance colleagues
• Experience in management accounting and preparing financial statements
• Experience in preparing complex forecasts and budgets and ability to critically review financial performance
• Experience in analysing risks and opportunities

Desirable

• Experience in payroll and pension
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and governance for a charity
• IT skills at a level to support report writing incorporating complex financial data 

About Basingstoke Voluntary Action

BVA offer free professional help and advice to Voluntary and Community groups across Basingstoke and Deane and the surrounding areas. We serve as an umbrella membership body for local community organisations and provide group development support and training on a wide range of topics including start-up, governance, funding advice and guidance, business planning and general good practice. Additionally, through our Volunteer Centre we actively promote volunteering across the borough through the provision of brokerage and matching services for organisations seeking volunteers and residents wishing to offer their time.

UKGBC is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to perform a crucial role within a growing and impactful organisation, reporting directly to the Director of Membership & Operations and with a close working relationships across the Senior Management Team. The Finance Manager is responsible for UKGBC’s financial planning, monthly and annual budget cycles, and delivering all aspects of financial reporting and compliance. This role is critical to ensure that UKGBC retains strong financial controls and procedures and is able to adapt these to the changing needs of the organisation. This role is ideal for an individual seeking full flexibility with an option to work remotely with occasional travel.

Company Overview

UKGBC is an industry-led network with a mission to radically improve the sustainability of the built environment.  A charity with over 500 member organisations spanning the entire value chain, we represent the voice of the industry’s current and future leaders who are striving for transformational change.

We inspire, challenge and empower our members, helping them to identify and adopt the most sustainable, viable solutions. We also engage our members in advocating a progressive message to government, informing and influencing policy. Our vision is a built environment that enables people and planet to thrive by:

• Mitigating and adapting to climate change
• Eliminating waste and maximising resource efficiency
• Embracing and restoring nature and promoting biodiversity
• Optimizing the health and wellbeing of people
• Creating long-term value for society and improving quality of life

Purpose of job

Scope of job (dimensions)

The purpose of this role, is to provide operational leadership for the finance function at UKGBC, ensuring that all finance activities are effectively managed, that activities are financially viable and to provide support on wider aspects of operational management

People  (eg. headcount)

1 direct report

Financial (eg. budget)

Oversight of the organisation £2.5m budget and associated reporting and governance

Other

Full time, minimum 12 month fixed term contract, working flexibly (maternity cover)

Principal Accountabilities (e.g. key responsibilities and projects)

Financial Strategy & Management

• Oversee UKGBC’s financial strategy, ensuring cautious and appropriate financial planning and both short and long-term viability
• Support the Director of Marketing & Operations to prepare an annual budget and monthly forecasts
• Produce timely monthly reports on the financial performance of the organisation, including monthly management accounts with current and forecasted P&L, cash flow and debtor lists
• Provide financial trend reporting/analysis to the Senior Management Team to support their regular strategic planning, programme management, and KPI reporting processes
• Support wider team members by ensuring they have accurate financial information to facilitate decision making
• Design and deliver financial procedures that are maintained and complied with, and where necessary altered and adapted to changing needs
• Contribute to risk management processes and planning with the Senior Management Team
• Support the Director of Membership & Operations in preparing for the Risk & Audit Committee (which reports to the Board of Trustees) and the implementation of associated procedures

Financial Governance, Treasury and Operational responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with legal, statutory and Charity Commission, HMRC and Companies House requirements as they relate to the organisation and its ancillaries
• Lead the production of statutory contents for the Trustees’ Annual Report and Accounts
• Review and manage the outsourced payroll function, ensuring PAYE, NI, Pension and all other regulatory requirements are met.
• Manage the organisation’s investments to maximise security, cash flow, financial return and where possible to ensure ethical investment – in line with the Treasury Policy
• Support the project teams by preparing financial reports for grant providers
• Provide support to DMO across various operational management matters including supply chain management, tender and contract preparations
• Manage the organisation’s investments to maximise security, cash flow, financial return and where possible to ensure ethical investment – in line with the Treasury Policy

Audit Process

• Manage the selection and relationship with UKGBC’s external auditors to maximise value
• Lead the annual audit process to ensure it is carried out effectively, completed in a reasonable timeframe
• Ensure the organisation meets recommendations resulting from the audit findings

Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

• Review the existing outsourced ICT service and identify and deliver optimum hybrid flexible working ICT solutions for UKGBC colleagues – prioritising high quality technical support and collaborative culture to maximise productivity
• Lead the relationship with external ICT solution providers to provide specialist expertise & maximise value

Line management

• Efficient line management of Finance & Operations officer
• Work closely with the Operations & People Manager

Decision making authority (eg strategy – impact on business; customers/stakeholders; people – leadership and teamwork; process – operational effectiveness and controls

Without reference:

• Management accounting and reporting
• Audit process and timetable
• Statutory and compliance requirements and updates
• Monthly reporting, cashflow and forecasting
• Staff management, objective setting and appraisals

With reference:

• Finance strategy and budget
• Board papers
• Invoice payments
• Budget approval
• Trustees annual report approval
• Supplier contracts

Key competencies

Essential

• Honesty, integrity and the highest standards of probity
• Strategic thinking, proactively taking the long-term view
• Good interpersonal communication and relationsip-building skills
• A collaborative and supportive team player
• Strong management and organisational skills, as well as interpersonal and communication skills
• Takes responsibility, builds contingency into plans, overcomes obstacles
• Enthusiasm, self-motivation, self-discipline and initiative
• Confident, mature and professional approach
• Pragmatic business attitude
• Confidential approach

Desirable

• Interest in the built environment and sustainability

Knowledge, experience and qualifications (minimum requirements for the job)

Essential

• CCAB qualified, with excellent accountancy, cash and budgetary management skills, and good knowledge of pension, treasury and investment management
• Minimum of 5 years experience of the financial management of a small organisation, preferably a charity
• A self-starter with independent judgement and work planning, also able to work well as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience of reviewing contracts
• Experience of using QuickBooks
• Experience of working with charity trustees
• Experience of CRM Database

Terms & Conditions

Place of Work: Anywhere in UK, option for remote working with occasional travel for key meetings in UKGBC office in London. (Currently fully remote working due to Covid-19.)

Hours of work: Full-time with flexible working

Holidays: 28 days per annum pro rata, plus 3 days between Christmas & New Year plus public holidays

Salary & benefits: £48 - £52k based on experience, enhanced pension contribution, Bupa cashback scheme

Start date: From May 2021

UKGBC is committed to providing equal opportunities to all existing and prospective employees. We aim to be inclusive to everyone regardless of ethnicity, religious beliefs, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation or political beliefs.

Sounds great?

Apply now with a copy of your CV and a covering email explaining in no more than 250 words why you would be amazing in this role and the earliest date you can start. Applications will be assessed until the candidate has been appointed

Finance Manager

Cruse Bereavement Care is the largest bereavement charity in the UK. Our mission is to offer support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone dies and to enhance societies care of bereaved people.

This is an exciting time to join an evolving organisation and an excellent opportunity to take the next career step. 

This is a key role in Finance that will report to the Director of Finance & Corporate Services (DoFCS). The role will be pivotal in the current transitional finance programme being undertaken, enabling positive change and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Business partnering with stakeholders within the organisation including providing reports, analysis, budgeting support, financial plans, business cases, etc.
• Supporting the DoFCS in all project work (e.g. implementation of new CRM system / centralisation of finance procedures)
• Support with implementation of financial controls and reporting, including but not limited to, monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow), balance sheet reconciliations, process and systems improvements, payroll, VAT submissions etc.
• Support in the management of the finance team.
• Assist in the full preparation of the statutory accounts and audit process in line with SORP requirements.
• Any other duties commensurate with the accountability of the post including flexibility of working hours and additional responsibilities.

Skills and Experience

• Part-Qualified / Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong finance and accounting technical skills with an understanding of charity SORP
• Prior experience working with Netsuite is highly desirable
• Strong excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, vlookups, etc)
• Stakeholder management, relationship builder and collaborator
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy
• Highly organised and able to work under pressure to meet conflicting priorities
• Great interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role and should be no longer than two pages. Also include your notice period and salary expectations.

Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant looking for a part-time role. You will be job sharing this position with another individual. The main focus of this role will be looking at year end and assisting with month end where necessary.

Client Details

This small charity is in the process of growing, going against the grain of market conditions and fulfilling their own ambitious expectations. It is a particularly exciting time to join this evolving company and champion their growth, whilst making a valuable contribution to society.

Description

You will be responsible for the balance sheet reconciliations, quarterly VAT returns, liaising with external auditors and preparing the year end accounts.

Profile

The successful candidates is:

• A qualified accountant
• Has worked in the not-for-profit sector
• A proactive individual that will take a hands on approach to this vacancy
• Adaptable to the demands of board members
• A team player

Job Offer

The successful candidate will have internal opportunities for progression. They will also be joining a fantastic team that are committed to collaborative working practises.

Finance Manager / Accountant

Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Full Time

Permanent

£37,283 - £44,856 plus pension

Our client is working to address the ‘triple crisis’ of climate emergency, ecological crisis, and people’s disconnection from nature. They manage 41 nature reserves, they work closely with other land managers to restore habitats, and they run innovative programmes to help people of all ages and backgrounds engage with nature. Our client and its trading subsidiary employ over 40 staff, in addition to 800 volunteers and a network of local branches. Annual turnover is around £3m. Our client is an autonomous charity, but they are also part of a bigger movement and they aim to align their programmes and systems more closely with the movement where this will enhance their impact.

Our client has grown significantly in recent years. They are now looking for a new finance manager to take the lead on financial planning and reporting as they continue to grow and to diversify their income streams, to develop and modernise their financial systems, and to work with managers to develop their finance and business skills.

About the role

You will be responsible for ensuring that our client has a detailed and realistic annual budget ready for approval each January and that there is a three-year budget incorporating the latest operational plans and income projections and identifying the fundraising requirement for each period. You will also manage two Finance Officers, ensuring that accurate VAT and HMRC returns are submitted, that information on Charity Commission and Companies House is correct and up to date and that all expenses are processed accurately.

About you

You will be a fully qualified accountant with post qualification experience that includes developing and implementing financial systems and internal controls along with budgeting and producing management accounts. You will have an understanding of VAT and corporation tax and ideally some experience of charity SORP accounting. You will be highly organised, both personally and as a leader and you will be able to form positive working relationships at all levels. Analytical thinking is critical as is the ability to write reports. A passion for wildlife and the natural environment would be a strong advantage.

Finance Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for a part-time Finance Manager to join our client’s leadership team, helping support the CEO to set the finance strategy.

The charity is a thriving organisation and one of the most established refugee and migrants’ organisations providing services in London, but focusing on south and southeast London boroughs.

Position: Finance Manager

Location: Lewisham, London

Salary: £35 - £37,000; pro-rata and depending on experience,

Hours: Part time, permanent, 14 hours per week

Closing Date: 9pm, 30th May 2021

About the role:

As Finance Manager You will have day to day responsibility for the organisation’s finances, working with colleagues to set and manage budgets, maintain accurate financial records and ensure all financial and compliance requirements are met. You will line manage a Finance and Admin Officer.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Create and deliver financial policies, in conjunction with the CEO
• Ensure the organisation is operating with a sustainable financial model
• Organise payroll, expenses, external invoices and client hardship payments
• Support service managers to meet their project budgets
• Manage recording of donations and grants and Gift Aid
• Produce quarterly management accounts, funder reports, etc.
• Produce the annual accounts and liaise with the Independent Examiner/Auditor
• Reconcile transactions and records to ensure financial control using Quickbooks
• Prepare and develop organisational budgets in collaboration with the CEO
• Prepare a quarterly finance report for Trustees and liaise with the Treasurer to ensure the Board of Trustees is aware of financial developments and forecasts

About You:

To be successful in the role of Finance Manager you will have a relevant accounting background and/or qualification with an excellent understanding of, and experience of, financial planning.

Other essential skills/experience include:

• Organised with a high level of attention to detail.
• Experience working with financial recording software
• Track record of overseeing finance and managing budgets
• Experience of working in the Not-For-Profit sector and of SORP and charity compliance framework
• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• A Passion for social impact
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications and caseload management systems

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check

Other roles you may have experience of could include; Charity Finance Manager, Head of Finance, Finance Team Leader, Finance Analyst, Senior Finance Manager, Interim Finance Manager, Financial Accounting Manager, Finance Manger etc.

Job title: Finance Manager

Hours: 22 hours per week, over 3-4 days

Salary: £40-45k

Location: Bristol. Flexible – home/office working.

We are working in partnership with a women’s charity, which reaches out to some of the city’s most marginalised women. The organisation supports women in moving from crisis and trauma towards independence in the community, with a vision of a world where all women are safe, feel loved and thrive. The organisation is seeking a Finance Manager, reporting directly to the CEO. The postholder will provide appropriate, accurate, and timely financial information across the organisation’s services and programmes. They will be responsible for ensuring effective systems and procedures for financial management, control, reporting and monitoring, and producing and overseeing the organisation’s annual budget in consultation with all managers and in agreement with the CEO. Ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures and producing accurate annual statutory accounts and management of the annual audit is also expected.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Substantial experience in an equivalent role -­ Qualified member of an accounting body (such as CIMA, ACCA, ACA or ACCA) or ‘qualified by experience’
• Experience of working within the charitable sector and understanding of the charitable funding environment
• Experience of budget preparation, setting and monitoring and financial forecasting
• Experience of data analysis and the creation and development of large complex spreadsheets
• Knowledge of SORP and accounting practice and audit requirements
• Knowledge of Gift Aid
• Excellent understanding of GDPR, data protection and confidentiality
• Good knowledge of payroll legislation

We are seeking an individual with excellent interpersonal skills, able to create and develop relationships both internally and externally. They must have excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, able to present complex information to non-finance staff and Trustees in an accessible format. Working well under pressure, and with the ability to organise and manage workload to meet objectives and deadlines is essential.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please send your CV to Katherine Anderson-Scott, Recruitment Consultant, Charisna Charity Recruitment.

Quote our reference JO2835.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

Due to the nature of the role, we are reviewing applications as they come in, so please apply as soon as possible.  Please note, if you are shortlisted for the role, we will issue an application form, which will need to be returned by 8am on Friday 14 May (please allow approx. 2 hours to complete the form).

Closing date: 12 May 2021 

Interviews: 18 May 2021

Expected Start: June 2021