Finance manager jobs

With a new CEO and an ambitious and inspiring new strategy being developed, Smart Works are looking for a skilled and analytical Director of Finance to drive organisational financial strategy at a time of significant change and growth.

The Director of Finance will act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, and provide financial reporting for the board, working closely with the Treasurer. As part of the SLT, the post holder will be responsible for the financial management and strategic financial planning for our London centres and Group staff, as well as supporting our 12 centres nationally, operating within a federated structure. In addition, the post holder will provide wider leadership as part of a multi-disciplinary team to drive positive outcomes for our clients.

For full details, please see the attached job pack, and submit your application via our online portal by 12 noon on Friday 31st October. 

Finance Manager 
We are seeking a Finance Manager to join the growing Reaching Higher team and bring our finance function fully in-house. We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented professional who will play a pivotal role in ensuring strong financial systems, accurate reporting, and sound financial planning. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven track record in financial management and governance, budgeting and forecasting, payroll and pension oversight, and the ability to provide clear strategic insight and analysis to support organisational growth and sustainability.

Purpose of this Role

Our finance functions are currently partially outsourced to an external contractor. Our income has grown significantly over the past five years and our Board have now decided to employ a Finance Manager and bring financial expertise in-house. In this new position as the Finance Manager at Reaching Higher, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and planning, payroll and pension management, and financial governance and compliance. You will support all aspects of Reaching Higher’s work and development through ensuring strong financial systems. 

You will work closely with our team to ensure that all day-to-day finance requirements are met, including accurate grant finance monitoring and reporting to multiple funders. You will also work closely with our senior leaders and board to build the charity’s financial resilience and the financial awareness of our wider team.

You will work closely with the Executive Assistant & Administrator and report to the Executive Director, as well as working closely with the Executive Team, Treasurer and wider Board. 

About Reaching Higher 

Reaching Higher is a youth organisation which works with over 2000 young people aged 9-21 each year across Croydon and surrounding boroughs. Developed in partnership with local churches, we are a youth-led charity with a Christian ethos and this role is restricted under basis of faith.We have a particular emphasis on providing mentoring support to young people and supporting their development as leaders. We have established strong links with key local, London and UK-wide organisations and our approach leads us into regular working contact with partner schools, community groups and churches.  

Please see our job specification table below for more information.

Qualification 

-AAT or Accountancy body qualified preferred, with at least 5 years’ experience

Experience

-Experience of maintaining accounting ledgers

-Experience of charity accounting & SORP principles

-Experience of a Finance Manager role 

-Experience of using Microsoft packages with excellent IT skills

-Experience of working in a small team

-Experience preparing monthly / quarterly management accounts

-Experience preparing annual statutory accounts and being involved with audit processes

-Experience managing financial operations, planning, reconciliation, reporting and analysis

-Experience of working with and co-ordinating income and expenditure across multi-project budgets

-Experience running monthly payroll 

-Knowledge of a range accounting software – preferably Xero

-An understanding of our work and the sector Reaching Higher operates in

-An understanding of good financial management and the importance of care and accuracy

-Knowledge of financial governance, including accounting regulations and best practice 

Skills

-Well organised, efficient and accurate

-Able to maintain confidentiality and deal with sensitive information

-Articulate with good verbal and written communication skills – ability to work with and support non-financial officers and managers

-Ability to propose new and maintain existing controls within the organisation

-Ability to work independently on multiple projects, organise own workload and prioritise

-Ability to take responsibility for the finances of the charity, and work with the senior team to ensure financial stability and/or growth

Personal Qualities 

-Demonstrable commitment to working in ways which promote equality of opportunity

-Commitment to continuous professional development

-Confident in working alone or at home

-Strong work ethic, results-motivated and solutions-focused

-Ability to work on own initiative, be pro-active, consider implications and make decisions.

-Capable of working to tight deadlines

-Ability to take an agile, flexible and responsive approach to management and responsibilities 

-Willing to strive for quality and excellence, setting high goals and committed to continuous improvement

-Commitment to equality and diversity and an understanding of how to promote them in your work

About you

We are looking for a proactive and visible finance professional who is able to engage and build relationships across the organisation as a pivotal member within a values-led high performing organisation. You will be a qualified accountant with proven track record of financial management awareness and a solid understanding of charity audits and statutory accounts preparation. You will have the ability to work with staff across the organisation in supporting good financial governance and oversight of financial operational matters. You will have the ability to analyse financial information and present this in a suitable format for the audience. You will have good ability to meet deadlines, be IT literate with an emphasis on financial systems, spreadsheets, Quickbooks and Excel. You will be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and be able to work with minimum supervision.

About the role

The role will involve the management of the day-to-day financial activities, VAT, gift aid, payroll and the monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliations and statutory accounts preparation. The job holder will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Finance Officer and volunteers within the team. There will be a requirement to work closely with the income generating staff, budget holders, auditors, banks and credit card providers on a regular basis. The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the Finance Officer and Finance volunteer.

About us

Carers UK is the leading national charity for unpaid carers. Our support, advice, information and campaigning work are now needed more than ever, as unpaid carers are providing more and more care, adversely impacting on their own health and wellbeing. We exist to make life better for carers and bring about lasting change.

Diversity and inclusion

Carers UK is committed to becoming a diverse and truly inclusive organisation. We strive to create a workplace where our colleagues and volunteers can truly be themselves and feel like they belong and constantly seek to ensure all voices are heard.

To embrace this culture of diversity, our employee and volunteer recruitment should reflect our stakeholders and the society that we serve and support, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, physical abilities, disabilities or religious practices. We value individual diversity and are actively building diverse teams here at Carers UK and value our colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds.

As a membership charity for carers, we particularly seek employees and volunteers with a real understanding of the issues faced by carers. Reasonable adjustments can be made to the process and role dependent on the needs of the applicant.

At Carers UK, we want our application process to be as accessible as possible. If you need any adjustments to apply please email the recruitment team to discuss.

The closing date for applications is Friday 7 November 2025, 5pm.

The information on the diversity monitoring form will be treated as confidential and used for statistical purposes only.

Carers UK anonymises all applications prior to shortlisting.

Carers UK reserves the right to appoint at any stage, should an outstanding candidate emerge.

Carers UK may carry out online and social media checks before a formal offer is made.

Help shape the financial future of a fast-growing charity supporting Gaza’s children. If you’re a qualified, detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in purpose-driven settings, we’d love to hear from you!

About Children Not Numbers

The conflict in Gaza has left thousands of children in urgent need of medical care, trauma support, and long-term assistance. Children Not Numbers is a grassroots UK-based charity committed to the health, safety, education, and wellbeing of Gaza’s children.

Children Not Numbers was established in early 2024 to address the urgent need to support Palestinian children caught up amid an unprecedented conflict. Within 18 months, we have grown rapidly into a global network of c.200 staff and volunteers, most of whom are volunteer paediatric medics representing more than 30 subspecialties.

Our work includes:

• Emergency medical aid for sick and injured children in Gaza, delivered through collaboration between local staff and an international network of volunteer medics

• Short-term medical evacuation for urgent and complex cases – more than 230 children have been safely evacuated to date

• Rehabilitation and trauma support for children with life-changing injuries and extreme psychological trauma

• Maternal Support Programme – over 500 women supported across 1,100+ appointments

• Education and Empowerment Programme, currently supporting 300 children in Gaza with academic and psychological care

• International advocacy, including engagement with the UN, European Commission, UK government and other international bodies

About the role

 As Finance Manger you will have opportunity and agency to make a huge contribution:

○ Ensuring smooth financial operations;
○ Agency to set up and develop the function;
○ Supporting our team on the ground, and patient facing team to ensure they are empowered to make a difference.

As well as this opportunity to make a difference, you will supported in your role by an international team that cares and supports one another, where diversity is a given and creating a sense of belonging is core to who we are and what we do.

We are seeking a values-based, experienced and qualified Finance professional to support and oversee all our financial operations, including but not limited to recordkeeping, payment processing, reporting, and systems oversight, ensuring transparency and compliance.

Reporting to the charity co-founders and directors, you’ll work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, Fundraising and People teams, and Trustees.

About you

We are seeking a qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA) - or equivalent - with proven experience of budget development and financial reporting (trusts, foundations, or institutional funders). You will have a track record of managing supplier relationships, payment platforms, and international transactions, and a demonstrated ability to prepare financial statements and reports for fundraising teams, boards, or trustees. 

Please see the job description document attached for a full list of role responsibilities and person specification. 

We’re looking for a Finance Manager who combines technical excellence with a sense of purpose. At Oak, our work in finance helps power our mission, ensuring that public funds are used wisely, transparently, and to the greatest impact for teachers and pupils across the UK.

Oak is a fully remote, mission-driven organisation offering high levels of flexibility, autonomy, and purpose. We’re a national not-for-profit working in partnership with teachers to create the highest-quality, sequenced curriculum and lesson resources for pupils across all subjects and age groups.

Our culture has been independently recognised through:

• Flexa verified (93% overall score, including 95% for working hours and 97% for role modelling)

• Escape the City's Top 1% Employers – based on anonymous colleague reviews of culture, development, and impact

• Investors in People Gold - through external accreditation and colleague feedback

�� About the Role

This isn’t a traditional finance role. At Oak, finance isn’t just about managing numbers, it’s about enabling impact. You’ll work at the heart of a mission-driven, fully remote organisation that takes pride in the clarity, fairness, and transparency of its financial management.

You’ll oversee the day-to-day finance operations, ensuring Oak’s financial systems and reporting are accurate, efficient, and aligned with our obligations as an Arm’s Length Body of the Department for Education. You’ll lead the production of insightful management accounts, support audits and statutory reporting, and champion best practice in financial stewardship.

As a trusted deputy to the Head of Finance, you’ll help shape the continuous improvement of our processes, support budget holders across the organisation, and ensure colleagues have the financial insight they need to make sound, impact-focused decisions.

This is a hands-on role with wide influence across the organisation. Ideal for someone who enjoys the detail but also sees the bigger picture. You’ll bring a collaborative mindset, a commitment to high standards, and a belief that excellent financial management enables great work to happen.

�� What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage the day-to-day finance processes, fostering a culture of development and high standards. Ensure regularity, propriety, and effective stewardship, in line with the Nolan Principles of Public Life and the standards outlined in Managing Public Money.

• Lead the continuous improvement of Oak’s finance operations and systems

• Lead the production of monthly management accounts and board reporting packs, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and insight.

• Oversee monthly reconciliations, journal reviews, and payroll checks to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Ensure timely and accurate financial information is available to support decision-making, audits, and annual reporting.

• Deputise for the Head of Finance and take on other general responsibilities as required.

• As a member of the Oak Team, contribute to the wider success of the organisation and support and role model our culture of inclusion, freedom, responsibility, and continuous improvement.

�� What We’re Looking For

• Accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or demonstrable equivalent experience in financial management and reporting.

• Experience managing finance processes, with a track record of ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

• Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats, and work independently to identify and act on opportunities or solve problems.

• Advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets, including experience building financial models to support effective decision-making.

• You will be comfortable working at pace, with a range of digital systems (including proprietary ones as required) and you will continuously look at ways that the team can keep getting better. You will be excellent at working as part of a remote team, building relationships and managing your time effectively.

�� Our Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus one extra day for each year of service (up to 28)

• Additional Oak closure days over Christmas/New Year

• 11% employer pension contribution (with no minimum employee contribution)

• Fully remote working — we’ll support your home set-up and offer coworking options if preferred

• Twice-yearly in-person offsites to collaborate, connect, and have fun

• A culture that genuinely supports flexibility, autonomy, and trust

�� Inclusion and Belonging

We believe diverse teams build better products. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in the tech and education sectors.

We use the Applied recruitment platform to help reduce bias in our hiring process. 

�� Key Info

• Location: Remote, but you must be based in the UK with the legal right to work here

• Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time

• Closing date: We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the role early

If this sounds like the kind of role and team where you could do your life’s best work, we’d love to hear from you.

Next steps

You’ll answer some questions related to the requirements of the role and the culture at Oak. After the advert closes, your answers will go through our sift process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised, and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers (real humans).

If you are shortlisted, we’ll invite you to a remote interview on Zoom.

We love giving feedback, so at the end of the application process we'll share how well you performed.

We are aiming to start interviews early November.

We are experiencing really good responses to our job adverts. This may lead us to close the role early, so if you are considering applying then please get your application in early to avoid missing out.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

We're looking for a very capable Finance Manager to join us. This is a varied and rewarding finance role at the heart of a small, friendly and ambitious charity working to improve the lives of people with eczema. Please see the recruitment pack for more information, including full job description.

To be successful, you'lll need to be proactive and enjoy working in a small team. The role involves a high degree of delegated responsibility and autonomy, and you're expected to manage your workload effectively within your functional remit.

The post-holder is responsible for managing the day-to-day running of the Society’s finance and CRM operations, including the National Eczema Society membership scheme. This is a full-time sole-charge role, managing the processing side of charity’s finance function, including managing purchase and sales ledgers, preparing payment runs, managing supplier reconciliations and month-end tasks.

You would join our small team based at the charity’s offices near London Bridge. There is flexibility for some home-based working and you are expected to work in the office at least two days a week to facilitate effective team-working. National Eczema Society offers help for staff studying for accounting exams.

At National Eczema Society (NES) we are passionate about making life better for people with eczema in the UK and their families. As a small and agile charity, we punch above our weight and have big ambitions. In the UK, around 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults live with eczema, so lots of people are looking to our charity for support and hope.

Our mission is to empower people to live well with eczema and bring about positive change for our eczema community. We do this by providing expert information and advice needed to manage eczema well. We also create a healthier future by raising awareness and understanding of eczema, campaigning to improve medical care, and supporting research into new treatments, prevention and ultimately a cure.

We rely on voluntary donations, legacies, membership fees and corporate sponsorship to fund our vital work. Managing the charity’s finance operations well is vital to our organisational effectiveness and our Finance & CRM Manager is a core member of the team. National Eczema Society is a membership charity and we have around 2,000 members.

How to apply

If this role sounds like it’s right for you and you’d like to apply, please send us:

• CV outlining your employment history, academic and professional accounting qualifications
• Supporting statement (no more than two A4 pages please), explaining how you meet the requirements described in the job description and why you’re interested in this role at National Eczema Society.

Please submit your CV and supporting statement by Monday 20 October 2026 (by 5pm).

If you’d like an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please email Andrew Proctor, Chief Executive.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE/DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY.

Closing date: Monday 20 October 2026 (by 5pm)

In-person interviews in London: W/C Monday 3 November 2026

Finance Manager

Permanent. Full time. Hybrid working. (You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days)

Location: Bogota, Colombia

Salary: 149,298,074 Colombian Pesos per year

All applications and CV submissions should be in ENGLISH only

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too. 

About the role

Reporting in to the Senior Finance Business Partner, the Finance Manager will proactively develop and manage key business and finance systems and processes within the MCC Hub that effectively supports the Multi Country Cluster (MCC) business model.

Some of the main areas of responsibilities of the Finance Manager include:

• Ensure that procedures are followed, and standards are met from MCC programme teams and that there is consistency across the MCC Hub in terms of operations and business and financial controls, checks and balances meeting organisational values and goals.
• Manage the MCC Hub finance officers creating an environment of continuous learning, motivating the team to align with organisational values and goals. 
• Ensure systems support the agreed corporate strategies and the MCC programmes core business delivers high quality impact and consistency. 
• Lead the annual budgeting process within the MCC programme and professionally supervise specific finance, HR and administration staff within MCC Hub. 
• Contribute to, and where appropriate lead on, cross-programme tasks related to the area of work proactively identifying opportunities to drive meaningful change. 
• To improve the capacity of Christian Aid programme staff to understand and uphold both Christian Aid's and institutional donors' financial policies and procedures and proactively manage contracts and risk within the project and programme. 
• In collaboration with other colleagues ensure budgets are prepared and monitored for partners and relevant institutional donor funded programmes. 
• Responsibility for managing key internal and external relationships with auditors, legal providers, consultants among others.
• Liaison on financial matters across MCC Hub ensuring consistency and accuracy is maintained. 
• Monitoring and analyses of all financial areas of the MCC programme at regular intervals and presented; this includes providing programme financial reports to the Finance department in London with a detailed commentary indicating areas of variance and concern. 

About you

Who we are looking for

Essential:

• Professional CCAB finance qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) or part qualified 
• Substantial experience in financial management, budgeting, and compliance
• Fluent in Spanish and English (both written and spoken)
• Demonstrable experience supervising finance teams and supporting capacity development
• Advanced knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, and donor requirements
• Proficiency with financial management systems (e.g. SunSystems) and advanced Excel skills
• Strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and risk management
• Knowledge of restricted funds management and grant compliance
• Highly developed skills in financial analysis, planning, and problem-solving
• Ability to build effective relationships and communicate financial information to non-finance audiences
• Understanding foreign exchange accounting

Desirable:

• Experience working in an international NGO or donor-funded environment
• Proficiency in relevant regional languages

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. 

We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. 

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. 

Are you a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to finance? Do you want to use your skills to make a real difference in people’s lives?

The Organisation

Canopy is an award-winning, pioneering self-help housing organisation based in inner-city Leeds. We bring empty homes back into use, support homeless families, train volunteers in construction skills, and help diverse neighbourhoods thrive. We are a Charitable Community Benefit Society with a strong social mission and a collaborative, values-driven culture.

The Role

We are looking for a Finance Manager to lead our financial planning, reporting, and compliance, whilst supporting operational excellence. This is a key leadership role, working closely with the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team to ensure the smooth running of our internal infrastructure. 

Please visit our website for our full Job Description and Person Spec.

Key Responsibilities include:

Finance

• Lead all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and reporting activities.
• Oversee cash flow, accounting, and audit functions.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls, including bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Produce monthly expenditure reports to assist the Senior Management Team.
• Produce quarterly management accounts for Board and Lenders.
• Prepare the annual financial statements and oversee the audit process.
• Ensure financial and regulatory returns are submitted in a timely manner.
• Provide strategic financial insights to the Board, Chief Executive, and Senior Management Team, driving sound decision-making, procurement decisions, business planning, fundraising and value for money.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of Canopy’s tenants’ rent accounts, preparing and issuing statements as required by the regulator.
• Establish and maintain working practices that would comply with the Regulator of Social Housing’s Economic Standards
• Ensure contractors, suppliers, petty cash accounts, and volunteer expenses are paid in a timely manner.

Administration & Operations

• Supervise the bookkeeper.
• Manage the IT Support Contractor, ensuring they maintain data integrity, security, and availability across the organization.

The Person

Essential Criteria

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Experience of managing audits and preparing statutory accounts.
• Experience of working in a senior administrative or operational role.
• Experience of managing or supervising staff and/or contractors.

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working
• Generous holiday entitlement, with the option to buy or sell leave
• A supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven team
• The opportunity to be part of a unique and impactful organisation
• Casual dress in the office

St James is an innovative and dynamic local charity working with diverse communities to help them fulfil their potential and live life to the MAX! Supporting disabled children, adults and their families, providing a multi-lingual Advice Service; dishing up at the Community Café are just a few of the many things we do to benefit individuals and communities.

We are seeking a dynamic Finance Manager to take charge of all fiscal matters to enable the charities work to continue to flourish and grow.  The post holder will be a member of the Senior Management Team and be responsible to the CEO, therefore they will be expected to contribute to the development of the charity.

The job will be full time, which is 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday.  Flexible start and finish time are avilable, around the core hours of 10am to 4pm, but we do require you to work from our Centre in Derby. 

The responsibilities of this post are:-

• Create and record monthly sale invoices to send to clients and customers and credit control
• Process supplier invoices
• Manage petty cash, credit cards and cash flow
• Undertake payroll, expenses and pensions
• Check monthly balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations,
• Prepare the annual financial budgets in conjunction with the Senior Management Team and CEO
• Prepare monthly accounts and reports comparing actual expenditure to budget for St James Centre and report any major variances to the CEO
• Prepare a summary financial report for Board Members (approximately 6 times per year)
• Work with the company auditors to support the preperation of he Annual Accounts

Person Specification:  You will need to have at least an AAT Level 4 qualification or a full or part qualified accountant ACCA/CIMA and a minimum of 3 years experience of managing finance in a medium sized Organisation. Excellent IT skills in Moneysoft, Sage, Excel and Word are needed. Knowledge of the Voluntary Sector is helpful. Willing to complete an enhanced DBS.
 

The salary is £35,921 per annum.  We offer 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.

If you would like to apply please send your CV with a covering letter explaining why you are interested in the position   The closing date is Monday 20th October and Interviews will be held on Monday 27th October 2025. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to join a large Public Sector Body on a 1 year FTC. The postholder will be overseeing the financial management team and overseeing the full budgeting and forecasting process. This role will involve working closely with budget holders to ensure a smooth operation of the financial management function as well as managing a team of qualified Accountants. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Management of the Financial Management Team
• Managing the production of monthly and quarterly management accounting information to a variety of audiences, both regional and national
• Ensuring that budget holders receive and understand financial, economic and resource information necessary to fulfil their own responsibilities
• Management of the production of the annual statutory accounts
• Responsibility for IT training within Finance and the coordination of upgrades to the Finance system
• Assisting the Financial Controller in strategic support and planning
• Assisting the coordination of the long-term financial planning exercise and budget cycle
• Assisting in the development of business financial processes and ensuring they are regularly maintained
• Where appropriate assisting at a detailed level in developments to the Finance System
• Manage and motivate a team of high performing qualified accountants
• Undertaking any other duties relevant to the key tasks and responsibilities identified by the Financial Controller

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA,)
• Experience in a large complex public sector / not for profit Organisation
• Extensive management accounting and finance business partnering experience
• Experience of financial accounting in a large, complex Organisation

Location: Central London,
Day Rate: £66,000 - £67,000 per annum + excellent benefits  
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Length: 1 year FTC with chance to move to permanent

This vacancy is being actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome

We are looking for Finance Manager to manage the finance function of the charity and provide excellent finance support for the Senior Executive for a health charity.

This is London hybrid role with 2 - 3 days near Tooting .

The Role
Maintaining a robust financial control framework and providing high quality timely financial management information to ensure effective decision making.
Preparing annual financial statements and supporting an efficient external audit process.
Supporting the annual budget setting and quarterly forecasting processes.
Leading on continuous finance process improvement and finance training for staff

The Candidate
Demonstrable experience in the preparation of Statutory Accounts and detailed knowledge of Charities SORP.
Experience of managing a finance function, including establishing and managing internal control systems.
Line management experience, with ability to train and mentor staff to create a strong and supportive team environment.
Proven track record of relaying financial information to non-financial stakeholders in a manner that is clear and concise.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

King George & Queen’s Hospitals Charity
Finance Manager
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time (open to 4 days/week)
Hybrid working (60% office-based, Romford HQ)
Application deadline: 29 October 2025

About King George & Queen’s Hospitals Charity
King George & Queen’s Hospitals Charity exists to make a real difference for patients, families, and staff across King George Hospital in Ilford and Queen’s Hospital in Romford. We raise vital funds to enhance hospital environments, support staff wellbeing, and improve the quality of care and experience for our communities.
Now entering an exciting new chapter, we are transitioning into a fully independent NHS charity — with a new Board of Trustees and the freedom to define our own strategy, build new partnerships, and expand our impact. As we establish our independent structure, this is a pivotal moment to join a small, dedicated team committed to creating a lasting legacy for local people.
Our vision is to help everyone who comes through our hospitals experience exceptional care, comfort, and compassion. Everything we do is guided by our values of collaboration, integrity, and community — ensuring every pound raised translates into meaningful change for those who need it most.

About the Role
As Finance Manager, you will play a key leadership role at the heart of the charity’s transformation. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will oversee all aspects of financial management, governance, and reporting — ensuring the charity’s financial integrity and sustainability as we move to independence and beyond.
This is a unique opportunity for a proactive and strategic finance professional who enjoys being both hands-on and high-impact. You’ll help design and implement new systems, establish strong controls, and shape the financial framework that will underpin the charity’s growth and success for years to come.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the charity’s financial management, from budgeting and forecasting to audit and reporting.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, cashflow statements and multi-year forecasts.
• Oversee year-end accounts and manage the audit process, ensuring full compliance with Charity SORP and HMRC requirements.
• Maintain Sage systems, streamline processes, and develop fit-for-purpose financial policies and procedures.
• Provide clear, insightful reporting to the CEO and Board of Trustees to inform strategic decisions.
• Manage restricted and unrestricted funds, fundraising income and grant reporting.
• Oversee investments and reserves in collaboration with external advisors.
• Partner with fundraising colleagues to maximise income impact and ensure financial sustainability.
• Support the charity’s transition from Trust to independence, embedding good governance and control frameworks.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) — essential.
• Solid experience in charity finance, ideally within a fundraising or grant-giving environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of charity accounting (SORP), restricted funds, and Gift Aid.
• Confident working independently in a sole finance role, with both strategic and operational responsibilities.
• Experience building or improving financial systems during periods of change.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills — able to advise trustees and non-finance colleagues alike.
• Hands-on and proactive — comfortable processing invoices one day and presenting strategy the next.
• Familiarity with Sage (or similar) and strong Excel skills.

Why Join Us

• This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a newly independent charity — one with a strong foundation, clear mission, and the ambition to make a difference every day.
• You’ll join a supportive and close-knit team working in partnership with NHS colleagues and our communities. We offer flexible hybrid working, professional development opportunities, and the chance to see the direct impact of your work across both hospitals.
• If you’re inspired by the idea of helping to build a modern, effective, and compassionate charity from the ground up — we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply
We are proud to partner with Allen Lane for this recruitment. To discuss the process and next steps, please reach out to Iain Slinn. 

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Finance Manager with a legal advice charity on a permanent, full-time basis. As Assistant Finance Manager, you will provide support to the Finance Manager by assisting with financial operations, budget preparation, and financial reporting. You will also contribute to strategic financial planning and ensure compliance with regulations.

Please note, hybrid working is in place with this organisation after an initial 6-month period, with 3 days per week required in the office.

As Assistant Finance Manager, you will:

- Assist the Finance Manager to develop and manage the annual budget, working closely with the senior management team and department heads

- Assist the Finance Manager to prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly management accounts, annual financial statements, and reports for trustees

- Assist the Finance Manager to monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring sufficient funds are available to meet operational needs

- Assis the Finance Manager to implement and maintain strong financial controls to safeguard the organisation's assets

- Assist the Finance Manager in payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with employment regulations, including National Living Wage and pensions

The successful applicant will:

- Have demonstrable experience in finance within the charity sector, in a similar role

- Be qualified as an Accounting Technician or equivalent

- Have experience in the production of management accounts and producing accounts up to trial balance

- Be experienced in the use of spreadsheets, preferably Microsoft Excel

- Have a full understanding of double entry bookkeeping

- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

About the Role

The Liberty Church is seeking a dedicated and skilled Finance Manager to oversee all aspects of our financial operations. This is a pivotal role, ensuring excellent stewardship of resources, strong financial governance, and the provision of accurate, timely information to support decision-making at every level of the church.

As part of our team, you won’t just be managing numbers — you’ll be playing a key role in advancing our mission of transforming lives, communities, and nations. You will work closely with leadership, trustees, and ministry teams, strengthening financial systems that enable us to grow and deliver impact.

There is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have a personal commitment to the Christian faith, and it is advantageous if the person worships at The Liberty Church.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of The Liberty Church’s financial strategy, budgeting framework, and forecasting.

• Prepare annual budgets and work with budget holders on their submissions.

• Manage invoices, expenses, supplier payments, payroll, tax, NI, and pensions with accuracy and compliance.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures that strengthen financial governance.

• Oversee bookkeeping in partnership with the admin office, ensuring up-to-date records through accounting systems and proper filing.

• Manage Gift Aid processes, including declaration forms and monthly HMRC submissions.

• Provide regular reports on income, expenditure, and balance sheets to leadership and trustees.

• Liaise with external accountants and auditors to produce annual reports for the Charity Commission and Companies House.

• Prepare monthly income and expenditure accounts and forecasts.

• Draft year-end statutory accounts in line with Charities SORP.

• Support ministry and team leads in managing budgets and providing financial insights.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Finance/Accounting (BSc minimum).

• 5+ years’ experience in financial management.

• Recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or working towards one preferred.

• Strong numeracy skills and the ability to analyse and present financial data clearly.

• Proven ability to develop financial systems and processes.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse teams.

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and confident in using accounting systems and Microsoft Office tools.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, multi-task, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• A proven understanding of, and commitment to, the vision, ethos, and ministry of The Liberty Church.

Why Join Us? 

At The Liberty Church, we believe our people are our greatest asset. When you join us, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll discover a place where your skills, faith, and purpose align.

Career Growth & Development

• Structured career pathways with opportunities to progress.

• Access to learning programmes, mentorship, and training support.

Culture & Community

• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

• Strong team spirit, with regular recognition and celebration of success.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary of £45000 - £55000 per annum with performance-based rewards.

• Flexible working arrangements and wellbeing initiatives.

• Refreshments provided daily (water, coffee, tea, fruit).

• Complimentary monthly lunch voucher.

• 10% discount on TLC events via Eventbrite.

• Annual eye test covered (plus contribution towards glasses if required).

• Transport & wellness package.

Impact & Purpose

• Meaningful work that directly contributes to building the church of God.

• The opportunity to make a real difference and help shape the future of the organisation.