Are you a finalist or newly qualified accountant, looking for your next opportunity to progress?

Are you looking to manage a small team and provide development opportunities through coaching and mentoring?

Do you want to work as an effective business partner to multiple stakeholders to collaborate and advise on budgets?

This opportunity is a brilliant role for an aspiring Finance Manager to join a small-medium sized charity based in South West London.

Key responsibilities:

• Work as an effective business partner to multiple stakeholders across the charity to communicate and advise on financial matters
• Produce detailed and accurate management reporting including all month end journals, accruals, prepayments and payroll reporting
• Manage a small team of Accounts Assistants whilst offering development opportunities through coaching and mentoring
• Take responsibility of stock budgets and reconciliations
• Support the Head of Finance in improvements for the finance function including system and processes

The successful candidate will be:

• A finalist or newly qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA/CIPFA)
• Experienced in preparing management accounts and communication complex financial data to budget holders
• Ideally experience in supervising or line managing staff previously (not essential)
• Knowledgeable in working within the not for profit sector (not essential)
• A strong communicator with a desire to progress in their career

This opportunity boasts a strong holiday allowance of 28 days plus bank holidays, a 7% pension contribution and flexible working opportunities. With a strong working culture and a friendly team, this could be the next opportunity for you.

Please apply now - applications are being considered with a view to start the interviewing process before the new year so get in touch now!

Are you looking to utilise your experience in financial administration and management to support a small but thriving charity? The Florence Nightingale Museum is looking for a part-time Finance Manager to support our developing charitable business. It's an exciting time to join us as 2020 is not only Nightingale's bicentenary but also the Year of the Nurse and Midwife, meaning we have lots of exciting events and activities planned and are expecting a high number of visitors to our small but busy site.

A strong eye for detail, accuracy, business acumen and experience with SAGE is essential, as are the skills to work independently within a small team in a varied role with genuine responsibility. Experience of administering grant aid, pay roll, VAT and retail income would be advantageous too, but most of all we need someone who is committed to the role and keen to join a developing and growing site.

The position is available for either 15 or 22.5 hours per week, with the days worked flexible to suit the needs of the post-holder and the business. (Hours can be discussed at interview.) Based at St Thomas' Hospital our museum has great transport links and is easy to access from many different parts of London.

A Finance Manager role to contribute to high quality financial services within internal finance of a small charity. The appointed individual will be responsible for working with the organisation to produce management reports, budgets, forecasts, statutroy accounts and aid with process improvements.

Client Details

The client is a small charity based in the City. They are the leaders in providing medical grants for Universities to continue their study on Eye Sight loss.

Description

• Manage the finance function of the organisation, including line managing the Finance Officer

* Lead timely, accurate and business focussed management accounting and business finance reporting functions

* Project manage and lead systems improvements projects, including streamlining financial processes and redesigning reporting and accounting systems

* Lead on statutory accounting and audit preparation, and be the first point of contact for audit queries

* Lead day to day management of our investment portfolio, and coordinate performance reporting from investment managers

* Ensure effective treasury management to balance cash flows and maximise returns

* Ensure the financial controls of the organisation are appropriate for business need

* Manage tax compliance in regards to VAT, Gift Aid, corporation tax, PAYE and pensions, and support the wider tax planning of the organisation

* Lead the budget preparation process and support budget holders

* Support our grants team with the management of grant commitments

Profile

You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA OR CIMA) with a strong understanding of management reporting, statutory reporting, budgeting and forecasting that can be evidenced through experience. This position requires an individual who is comfortable with using excel and finance systems, and is resilient and open to change within a workplace.

Job Offer

£50-55000, flexible working and pension.

Finance Manager - Central London - Youth Charity

One of the largest voluntary youth organisations in the country are looking for a finance manager to look after the day to day running of their finance function. Reporting into the Director of Finance and Operations, the successful candidate will be working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, completely important data analysis to inform wider business decisions.

The successful candidate will be either a finalist or a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with experience of:

• Preparing monthly management accounts
• Managing the financial accounts and liaising with auditors
• Strong excel skills (vlookups and pivot tables)
• Working in the charity / not-for-profit sector

This Finance Manager role is based in Central London and will be looking after one direct report. This is a diverse position providing brilliant exposure to the wider charity and would be a great position for a newly qualified accountant looking for their first finance manager position.

If this Finance Manager job is something that would interest you then please do apply now, or if this job is not quite right but you are looking for a role within the charities and non-profit sector then please do email me an up to date copy of your CV to [email protected]

Finance Manager - Central London - Youth Charity

Finance Manager – Social Interest Group

The Social Interest Group (SIG) is new and innovative and was formed as a charity in 2014. Its sole aim is to be a vehicle to develop and strengthen the charities that are within it, so they in turn thrive and do social good.

We are currently looking for a Finance Manager to join our team at our head office based in Islington.

This role will require hands-on technical capabilities and the ability to quickly assess and apply financial best practice.  The successful candidate will need to act as both a technical lead and provide operational leadership to the team.

Supporting the Director of Finance & Resources, Executive Management Team, and Heads of Service/Service Managers with financial information, advice and analysis as requested. Taking the lead on the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts and managing the year end accounts preparation and external audit process. Key point of contact with Trustees regarding financial performance with regular reporting and debate at a senior level.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing monthly management accounts prepared by the finance team; bank and balance sheet reconciliations; analysis of financial performance; trading subsidiary accounts
• Preparing high quality financial reports and insightful analysis as requested by colleagues at all levels
• Building effective relationships with Heads of Department and Scheme Managers, communicating issues in a non-technical way that focusses on business benefits and finance as a service
• Preparation of charity SORP compliant annual financial statements and a comprehensive audit file ready for review by the external auditors; key point of contact with the auditors
• Reviewing annual budgets and quarterly forecasts prepared by Scheme Mangers and budget holders, to ensure optimal accuracy and reliability
• Attending Finance, Risk and Audit Committee meetings and providing finance related support and analysis to Trustees
• Checking and sign off of fortnightly BACs payment file and other bank transactions
• Supporting finance team members, for example through providing cover for absences and at busy times
• Develop the skills of the finance team to work collaboratively with the rest of the organisation in order to deliver on their objectives. This will involve using the Group’s performance appraisal framework to achieve team and individual performance targets
• Monitoring the finance budget, preparing business case justifications and cost/benefit analysis as required

Person Specification

• Qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with strong technical skills and a minimum of two years post qualification experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development and successful application of best practice in accounting
• Successful experience in a leadership role in finance including the development of effective short- and longer-term strategies
• In-depth knowledge of core financial processes such as purchase to pay and financial accounts
• Experience of leading and managing a team, ensuring that staff can develop to their full potential

Should you be interested in this post please send your CV with a covering letter.  Interviews to take place the week of 16th December.

My client is a major brand in the international development sector. Operating worldwide, they help to change the lives and futures of some of the world’s most vulnerable people on a daily basis. At present they are looking for a high calibre interim Business Partner to join their world class finance team to provide additional support to their transformation programme for the next 2 to 3 months.

Key responsibilities:

• Take the lead on the development of the current year and Multiyear Strategic Budgeting process in line with the global ambitions
• Lead on production of monthly Global work stream Financial analysis and rolling forecast report;  providing detailed commentary and action points required for monthly decision making
• Ongoing provision of information regarding allocation of contingency within the portfolio.
• To work in partnership with Project Managers and Project Leads to track delivery of project cost against budget and ensure early identification of potential variances to budget and impact on the portfolio.
• Support and provide evidence based financial advice to Transformation Delivery Leadership Team and PMO on adherence to budget.
• Act as a key contact point with the management of the project, providing guidance and advice and dealing with all finance-related queries.
• Lead and develop internal processes as required to ensure high quality finance support to business partners.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with extensive Project Accounting and Management reporting experience in a large and complex organisation. They will have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills and ideally some donor reporting and grant accounting experience. This could also be a fantastic opportunity for a strong Finance Business Partner from outside the sector to gain experience at a leading INGO.

Your new company:
Leading medical research charity based in East London. Income of approx. £3m, This is a grant giving organisation.

Your new role:
You will be a key member of a Resources team of 3, with direct line management of 1. You will lead the finance function, be the first point of contact for all day-to-day finance queries and manage a number of key finance service contracts, including liaison with bankers, investment advisers, payroll and pensions providers, auditors, and regulators. Duties will include:
- Lead timely, accurate and business focused management accounting and business finance reporting functions, including presenting reports to board and subcommittees
- Project manage and lead systems improvements projects
- Lead on statutory accounting and audit preparation, and be the first point of contact for audit queries
- Lead the budget preparation process and support budget holders to manage their budgets throughout the year - Support grants team with the management of grant commitments

What you'll need to succeed:
The ideal candidate for this role will be a qualified Accountant who has worked previously in a similar role. Furthermore you will be very bright and motivated. Previous experience within the charity sector is ideal but not essential.

What you'll get in return:
- Policy of 10% non-contributory pension contribution - 25 days per annum annual leave plus Bank Holidays

What you need to do now:
Please apply ASAP to be considered!

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A charity are recruiting for an Interim Finance Manager

Your new company
A growing charity based in Central London.

Your new role
As Interim Finance Manager, reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for managing two finance officers to ensure that the financial and management reporting functions run smoothly. Anticipated duration is for 9 months+.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified Accountant with strong, recent financial management experience, ideally within the charity sector.

What you'll get in return
The opportunity to work for a dynamic organisation within a friendly team.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Finance Manager required to work for a small charity in East London. Fantastic org/cause and broad scope role.

Your new company
A charity that funds research for the prevention of and cure of a disability. £3m income organisation with significant assets including long term investments.

Your new role
This is an exciting and broad finance role with the ability to get involved in all aspects of the organisation's growing charitable delivery, whilst managing the key finance functions of the organisation to ensure they are efficient, compliant and delivering outstanding customer service to colleagues and stakeholders. Reporting to the Director of Finance and managing one person.

You will lead the finance function, be the first point of contact for all day-to-day finance queries and manage a number of key finance service contracts, including liaison with bankers, investment advisors, payroll and pensions providers, auditors, and regulators.

* Procuring, designing and implementing new finance software systems which are integrated, automated, and user friendly
* Streamlining financial processes and supporting implementation of financial controls
* Supporting Directorates with their budget management and business reporting
* Improving our financial reporting across the board so it meets the changing needs of the organisation
* Support the financial planning around major new initiatives and streams of activity

What you'll need to succeed
* A recognised professional accountancy qualification
* Detailed knowledge of Charity SORP and the regulatory and governance requirements of UK charities
* Strong interpersonal skills to manage relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
* Project management skills to manage systems and business improvement plan

What you'll get in return
You will work with a very worthy organisation and an enthusiastic team. The organisation offers a competitive benefits package including 10% non contributory pension.

What you need to do now
Please apply ASAP to be considered

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Want to work for one of the leading organisations of its kind in the education sector?

Looking for a role with the capacity to influence the senior management team and make a difference across the organisation?

Keen to work somewhere with a supportive and collaborative culture that offers competitive employee benefits?

If yes, then look no further!

My client is a London based organisation looking for a Finance Manager to join them on a permanent basis.

The main responsibilities of this role are as follows:

• Full responsibility for the preparation of annual and departmental budgets and forecasts and taking accounts up to trial balance.
• Take the lead on the production of monthly financial reports and presenting them to senior members of staff.
• Line management of a small team, including workflow management and review, providing support and giving them the opportunity to reach their full potential.
• Sole charge for managing and controlling income and expenditure related to the organisation's key accounts.
• Work closely with the Finance Director and be at the forefront of setting financial policies and providing guidance to non-finance staff on matters relating to these.

With significant professional training and development opportunities, an excellent benefits package and a vibrant and dynamic work environment, this is a fantastic role for an ambitious and proactive individual who is looking to further their finance career.

The successful candidate will have:

• A relevant accountancy qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA/AAT).
• Experience in supervising members of staff.
• Ideally worked in education previously. However, candidates without this will still be considered.
• Previous experience of producing monthly reports and presenting them to senior members of staff.
• Excellent communication skills and be proficient in the use of Excel.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please do not delay in applying as applications are being continually reviewed and the client is looking to conduct interviews as soon as possible.

A charity are recruiting for an Interim Project Finance Manager

Your new company
A high profile charity based in Central London.

Your new role
As the interim Project Finance Manager, reporting to the CFO, you will be responsible for overhauling and improving the chart of accounts, board reporting and the budgeting and forecasting within the organisation. Anticipated duration is for 6 months.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified Accountant with advanced Excel and recent experience of completing a similar project within a charity.

What you'll get in return
The opportunity to add value within a dynamic and interesting organisation in a varied and stimulating role.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Do you want to manage the finance function of a charity which provides life changing research for millions across the UK?

Does managing a small and effective team whilst providing development opportunities for them interest you?

Do you want to work for a charity which provides excellent benefits and opportunities to work with senior stakeholders?

The Role

• Managing the finance function and working to support the Finance Director in all financial reporting responsibilities
• Responsibility for producing management reports including all budgeting and forecasting responsibilities
• Producing the first draft of financial statements for the annual report
• Business partnering with multiple stakeholders, communicating financial information, guidance and advice to them
• Line managing a small team whilst overseeing and ensuring accuracy across the transactional functions such as AP/AR/bank reconciliations

The Organisation

This organisation is a small but effective medical research charity, providing medical research for millions across the UK. They are going through an exciting period of change with opportunity to put a stamp on the position by implementing new and effective processes.

The Candidate

• Part or fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA)
• Extensive experience of working in the charity sector either for a national or international not for profit organistion
• Strong knowledge and experience of leading on the production of management accounts
• Experience of supporting the year-end process on financial statements
• An understanding of working in a small organisation
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with senior stake holders

Candidates are encouraged to apply now as applications are being reviewed on a daily basis.

Finance ManagerLocation: Central LondonContract: PermanentSalary: £50,000- £55,000 (depending on experience)Badenoch + Clark Finance Team are proud to be partnering with a thriving Charity based in Central London to appoint their Finance Manager. Our client is one of the leading providers in sustainably growing charities internationally across the Third Sector. The RoleIn this role you will be reporting to the Director of Finances and Resources where you will have the responsibility of managing 5 direct reports from the finance team ensuring that processes and policies are carried out in a timely manner.You will also be collaboratively working with senior management teams providing them with financial information, advice and analysis. Key Responsibilities:*Reviewing monthly management accounts prepared by the finance team; bank and balance sheet reconciliations; analysis of financial performance; trading subsidiary accounts*Preparing high quality financial reports and insightful analysis as requested by colleagues across the business*Building effective relationships with the EMT, Heads of Department and Scheme Managers, communicating issues in a non-technical way that focuses on business benefits and finance*Preparation of charity SORP compliant annual financial statements and a comprehensive audit file *Reviewing annual budgets and quarterly forecasts prepared by Scheme Mangers and budget holders, ensuring optimal accuracy and reliability; providing high level analysis of these to EMT and Trustees.*Attending Finance, Risk and Audit Committee meetings and providing finance related support and analysis to Trustees*Checking and sign off of fortnightly BACs payment file and other bank transactions*Preparing weekly cash flows for review by EMT*Monitoring the finance budget, preparing business case justifications and cost/benefit analysis as requiredSkills, Knowledge and Experience*Experience of working successfully in a changing organisation from commerce or within practice*Successful experience in a leadership role in finance including the development of effective short and longer term strategies. *Evidence of continuing professional development, and successful application of best -practice in accounting. *In-depth knowledge of core financial processes such as purchase to pay and financial accounts. *Experience of leading and managing a team, ensuring that staff can develop to their full potential*Qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with strong technical skills and a minimum of two years post qualification experience The client has said that they would consider someone from practice so please do get in touch to find out more.If you are a hands on operational leader who has a proven financial background. Please do get in touch for more information.
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A leading London University are looking to recruit a Research Finance manager to start ASAP on a 6-12 month contract. This would suit someone with experience with pre and post award research grants experience within a University previously.

Specifics around the reserch piece include:

• Manage the process around externally funded research grants to ensure support provided to faculty through the process and compliance with both the School's and the funding body's policy and procedures
• Pre-Award: advise faculty regarding funder specific financial guidelines, and School financial policies, produce an informed costing for application which demonstrates value for money, and liaise with faculty and Research & Faculty Office (RFO) to complete internal sign-off and formal application
• Grant Agreement: liaise with RFO to complete requirements for grant acceptance, and signed agreement
• Post-Award: facilitate opening of a dedicated cost centre, and funding workbook, provide quarterly updates to faculty and RFO, complete all financial reporting on an accurate and timely basis, schedule financial audits and provide any required information as requested
• Update and maintain a schedule of research grants ensuring anticipated income is received and all reporting requirements are fulfilled on an accurate and timely basis
• Provide a Business Partner service to the research Institutes, Centres and Programmes, including regular reporting & review and ensure that all queries are followed-up in a timely manner
• Manage the internal research funds portfolio (IFBs and RaMDs) - ensuring that budgets and expenditure are managed and reported on a timely and accurate basis by the Business Analyst - Research
• Develop the Business Analyst - Research to be able to provide full support across all aspects of research, particularly external grants.