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Financial processing
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Process donations received directly into AKF (UK)’s bank accounts into Raiser’s Edge and iScala promptly and accurately
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Process donations received from online fundraising websites into Raiser’s Edge and iScala promptly and accurately
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Process donations received through the AKF (UK) website into Raiser’s Edge and iScala promptly and accurately
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Process monthly donation packs from the Jamatkhanas into Raiser’s Edge and iScala promptly and accurately
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Process all non-donation related income received into iScala promptly and accurately
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Ensure all
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Ensure funds received for other AKDN agencies are transferred on a quarterly basis
Financial controls
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Complete the reconciliation of Raiser’s Edge to iScala and to the bank on a monthly basis
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Complete bank reconciliations on a monthly basis
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Complete the reconciliation of all funds received for other AKDN agencies on a monthly basis
- Complete other balance sheet reconciliations as required by the Financial Controller
Financial administration
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Ensure Raiser’s Edge is up to date with key donor information and standing data
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Ensure that backups of Raiser’s Edge are performed on a regular basis
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Send letters to donors to acknowledge donations received on a timely basis
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Inform the AKF (UK) National Committee Chairman of all donations greater than £10k
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Ensure AKF (UK) Gift Aid declaration forms are up to date and in line with current legislation
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Prepare and submit the online Gift Aid claims on a quarterly basis
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Ensure all donor queries are acknowledged and answered promptly and accurately
- Provide assistance with the annual audit and in the preparation of the statutory accounts as required
Income reporting
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Produce the monthly report on all donations
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Produce monthly reports for AKF Geneva on Golden Jubilee and Diamond Jubilee donations
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Produce monthly reports for other
- Produce other ad-hoc reports on income as requested by the Financial Controller
1 Qualifications
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CCAB qualified accountant (desirable)
2 Experience
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Minimum of three years hands-on experience in financial accounting
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Advanced experience using Excel and integrated multi-ledger accounting systems
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Experience working in a multi-currency environment (desirable)
3 Skills
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Good interpersonal, customer care and liaison skills with a wide range of stakeholders
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Strong numerate skills with acute attention to detail
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Fluent in oral and written English
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Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
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Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and delivering to tight deadlines
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A commitment to high professional and personal standards and continuous improvement
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Ability to work in a multi-institution network within a multicultural environment
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Experience of charity accounting and knowledge of such requirements
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Experience of individual donor administration and management
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Experience working as part of a small hands-on team
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Experience of filing Gift Aid claims
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Peace Direct is an international charity with a big mission: to work with local people to stop violence and build sustainable peace in some of the world's most conflict affected countries. More than that, we want to change the international system so that it better supports the role that local people and communities play in preventing violence and building and sustaining peace.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Programmes Finance Officer, available to start ASAP.
Key Responsibilities:
Grant finance management:
- To lead on financial management of Peace Direct grants, including donor reporting and closing project restricted balances in all financial records
- To support production of budgets for funding proposals
- To produce accurate financial reports to donors (including institutional and multilateral donors such as FCDO (DfID), SIDA, PPL, GHR, USAID and the EU) in donor’s currency
- To review financial reports from Peace Direct’s partners and to support partners to improve financial reporting
- To keep financial programme records up to date both in spreadsheets and QuickBooks Online
- To update grant reports vs. budgets in grant currency (currently USD or EUR)
- To update financial forecasts for grants, and to work with the relevant project staff to incorporate potential budget over or under-spends
- To coordinate all project audits
- To monitor matched funding requirements and needs where relevant, coordinating closely with staff to ensure accurate understanding of fundraising needs and correct reporting
Organisational finance:
- To update organisational budgets and forecasts with grants to partners, Peace Direct’s direct project expenditure, direct staff and overheads contribution
- To lead on aligning programmes finance processes with organisational finance
- To lead the tracking of staff and overheads recovery from project grants, working closely with the Finance Officer and coordinating with all relevant staff to ensure information is kept up-to-date
- To supply required programmes finance info for management accounts
- To work with the Finance team and other staff to improve financial systems and processes in order to ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability in our financial practices
Person specification:
Essential Requirements:
- Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant
- At least 2 years experience in charity finance
- Good understanding of UK charity SORP and fund accounting
- Good technical accountancy skills and a high degree of numeracy
- Experience of working in a complex, multi-entity, multi-currency financial environment
- An understanding of the financial risk environment within the international development sector
- Experience in working with a range of donors (FCDO (DfID), SIDA, PPL, GHR, USAID and the EU) and understanding of their financial compliance
- Experience in creating multicurrency budgets and in reporting in donor currency (USD or EUR)
- Knowledge of financial processes and control environments
- Intermediate or Advanced Excel
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Good team player, culturally sensitive, with the ability to work with a range of staff and internal & external stakeholders, in-person and remotely
Desirable Requirements:
- Written and spoken French
- Overseas/field experience
While the post is based in our London office, we have closed our office due to Covid and do not expect to reopen it until September 2021. Therefore the successful candidate will be expected to work from home until September at the earliest.
This role will require an occasional overseas travel, sometimes to remote locations, as required (after-Covid).
Peace Direct strives to be a diverse and inclusive employer, with equality of opportunities regardless of personal identity, and we are committed to improving our systems and ways of working to support this, including creating a Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) working group, DEI strategy and recruitment guidelines. We strongly encourage individuals from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds to apply, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), LGBTQ+, people with disabilities and people with mental health challenges.
The deadline for applications is Monday 10th May; however due to the urgent need to fill this post, we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Only completed applications will be accepted and only applicants with the right to work in the UK will be considered. The application form and Job Description are available on Peace Direct’s website.
Peace Direct works hard to ensure its staff have a good work life balance and feel valued. Some of the benefits we have include:
- 25 days annual leave plus the office closing between Christmas and New Year.
- Study support - time off for exams, exam fees, study materials and professional body membership
- 6% Pension Contribution
- An interest free season ticket loan for the purchase of a commuter season ticket
- Flexible working hours
- Enhanced maternity and adoption leave pay (12 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay)
- Training budget available for all staff (we have secured 'Investors in People’ accreditation and are committed to the development and support of all staff).
- A warm and friendly work environment!
Please send your cv with cover letter. We will follow up with an application form.
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We are currently advertising for an experienced Finance Officer to join our team in the Winchester office. The role will involve all aspects of the charities finance administrative support and the postholder will work closely with LtL’s accountant to manage the day to day processing of finance documentation onto Sage 50. If you are looking for a challenge and want to work with and support a hard-working, passionate team delivering outdoor learning projects throughout the country, then please do get in touch.
For more information about this post and how to apply, please visit our website and download the information pack.
The deadline for application is 9 am on Friday 14th May and interviews will be held in Winchester on Thursday 20th and Friday 21st May.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Working closely with the Development Trust Board and Development Officer, you will be responsible for providing financial support for several projects. You will also take the lead role in managing and co-ordinating the Trust's finances, keeping financial records and providing timely financial reports.
Working hours are 14 per week on a fixed term basis to the 31st March 2022. The Trust is actively seeking funding to extend the term of this contract. Additional hours may be required on occasion, so a degree of flexibility is preferred.
We are flexible regarding the terms of employment and will readily accept applications from those who are self-employed or who wish to be employed by the Trust.
The main duties of the role will include: -
1. Bookkeeping - recording of all financial transactions on Sage, processing payments and raising invoices where required.
2. Payroll - maintaining the payroll function of the Trust and payment of its employees.
3. Financial reporting – preparation of monthly board reports, forecasts, and annual budget preparation.
4. Supporting regulatory and funding expectations - supporting compliance with all Companies House, OSCR and HMRC requirements and organising the arrangements for the annual audit.
Ideally, we are looking for a qualified accountant with experience of the third sector and a good working knowledge of charity accounting and governance. Experience in grant applications is desirable.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking an enthusiastic Finance Officer to join our small and friendly finance team. You will support the Head of Finance to manage all aspects of the charity’s finances.
You will have:
- Experience in managing and maintaining a Sage 50 accounting system and producing insightful management reports
- A successful track record in budgeting and forecasting
- Excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy working as part of a team and independently.
- A thorough, focussed and thoughtful attitude with strong analytical skills and a high level of attention to detail.
- A can-do attitude and able to play an important role in our projects to improve finance systems and processes.
You will joining an independent, national charity based in Bath. Our creative and inspiring team includes engineers, technicians, product designers, occupational therapists, fundraisers and administrators. We are led by strong values: we are creative, inclusive and practical, with our vision being to create a future where every disabled person has the products they want to live the life they choose.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
In this role you will be responsible for invoices, petty cash claims and staff expenses, as well as other regular payments and the purchase ledger payment runs. This role will liaise with managers and suppliers, as well as relating to the wider finance team and other members of staff.
This role would suit someone with some previous experience and knowledge of working in finance and accounting, bringing existing purchase ledger knowledge. The successful candidate will need be able to work to deadlines and have strong skills in admin, organisation, and IT. The nature of the role requires someone who is able to manage confidential data and is a problem solver.
We are looking for a team player, to join our Finance Team who are a warm, hardworking and reliable team to be part of. As part of this team, and the wider Church Army national office, you will enjoy sharing learning with colleagues, who you will both support and be supported by. We will provide you with the support you need to succeed, including professional training where appropriate, regular 1-2-1s with your line manager and all the support that comes from being part of a national charity and a loving community.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A long established and innovative homelessness charity building communities of support for some of the most vulnerable people in society
Finance Officer
permanent contract
An exciting opportunity to become a part of our finance team and contribute to significant change and improvements in our financial management. You should be able to learn fast and to hit the ground running, bring ideas and solutions that support the improvement of processes and procedures.
Salary: £26k
Holiday: 27 days
Start date: Post open immediately
Please visit our wesbite for more information and how to apply
The post is open immediately and we encourage prompt application. Applications will be reviewed as and when received.
Interviews to be arranged w/c 3rd May 2021
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A healthcare charity based in central London is seeking a Finance Officer to join their central finance team on a permanent basis. The role, reporting into the Head of Finance, will undertake a broad range of financial and administrative duties in support of a fast-paced central finance team. The organisation is looking for proactive and hands-on individual whom the organisation will develop, mentor and support in their finance career (and studies) in return. The duties will be, though are not limited to, the following:
- Managing and processing employee expenses
- Preparation of monthly bank reconciliations
- Preparation of debtor and creditor reconciliations
- Maintenance of purchase ledger
- Preparation of monthly payment runs
- Ensure accurate recording of financial data entry onto financial systems
- Acting as a key point of contact for finance queries (both internal and external)
- Support finance personnel in year-end accounts preparation
This role is suitable for junior finance professionals (ideally 2+ years within a finance based role) who are looking for the next step in their career. Offering career development and mentoring is extremely important to the team, and they hope the successful candidate will gain vital experience and support in this rewarding role and environment.
To be succesful in this role, you will be used to or able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Please note that the role will be based remotely while government guidance dictates though will be at least partially London-based thereafter.
One Million Mentors’ aim is to ensure that every young person in the country has access to a trained mentor as they transition into adulthood. We believe that facilitating and investing in mentors will help to address the skills gap agenda and improve social cohesion.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a comprehensive understanding of managing finances in a charity which operates within complex, multi-donor programmes. A sound knowledge of accounting, taxation and other compliance requirements for charities.
The Finance Officer will be responsible for preparing financial statements, monthly management accounts, maintaining cash controls, purchasing, maintaining accounts payable and budget preparation.
This is a part-time position, with 16 hours of work per week until the end of December.
Applicants will need to be a qualified / part-qualified accountant, or qualified by experience with sound knowledge of practical book keeping and accounting principles.
For full information about the role (including complete job description; frequency of work and rate of pay), please see our job pack attached.
Application is made by submitting a CV and personalised Cover Letter: - CV should be tailored to demonstrate how you meet the competencies - Cover Letter should refer to two competencies where you are particularly strong. The Cover Letter should also detail why you are interested in the role, why you want to work for One Million Mentors, and how your values match those of our own. The Cover letter should be no more than 2 pages of A4. We will not be accepting applications without a Cover Letter.
Previous applicants need not apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Growing Hope provides free therapy for children and young people with additional needs in partnership with local churches across the UK. We aim to grow hope for children, hope for families and hope in Jesus. Our vision is to set up twenty therapy clinics across the UK by 2030.
We are currently recruiting for an individual with excellent attention to detail and finance skills to join Growing Hope as a part time Finance Officer (15hrs per week). You will work closely with the local Growing Hope clinics and the Supporter Engagement team. The role will involve day to day book keeping and helping to prepare budgets for fundraising applications.
The successful candidate will bring experience of working both independently and within a team to support day to day accounting. They must be able to uphold Growing Hope’s vision and values as a Christian organisation.
Further information about the role is found on our website . Applicants can contact Naomi Graham to find out more about the role. All applications must be submitted via the form on our website together with a CV.
Closing date: 5pm, Friday 14th May 2021.
Interview date: Thursday 3rd June 2021 via zoom.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at Growing Hope. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the families that we work with. Growing Hope promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
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Established in 1866, the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) is the world’s only professional body dedicated to the entire aerospace community.
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks within payroll and accounts receivable/payable.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily management of the SL, including running the interface between the Finance and CRM Systems
- Monitor the Society’s banks accounts and arrange interbank transfers
- Manage month end control account reconciliations; CRM, intercompany and payroll
- Assist the FC with the adjustments, accruals/pre-payments, fixed assets depreciation each month/year end
- Ensure the payroll is updated monthly (via Moorepay), reconcile statutory payments (PAYE etc.).
- Support the FC in providing Monthly Information to the CEO, Trustees and Leadership Team within the Society.
- General administration of PL, including weekly payments runs and input of invoices
- Oversee the payment of expenses to staff/volunteers
- Assist the FC with claiming Gift Aid annually
Experience required
- Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working within an accounts/finance department, with a proven track record in a similar role.
- Experience or knowledge of working within a charitable organisation is desirable.
- MS Office competent (knowledge of a CRM system would be advantageous)
Person specification
- Calm under pressure and can work to challenging deadlines
- Highly effective and engaging written and verbal skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy is essential
- Must be able to demonstrate discretion in all dealings with sensitive data
- Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct in all professional dealings
At the present time, due to COVID-19, our employees are working remotely from home. This may change in the future and is dependant on the current climate.
In return for your commitment, we guarantee your development within the role and offer an attractive salary, life assurance, pension, and healthcare scheme.
We value equality and diversity and positively encourage applications from everyone.
As part of our recruitment process, the RAeS collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The RAeS is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations. All applications will be deleted or destroyed one month after the recruitment process has ended. Should you wish further clarification, please obtain a copy of our Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
Benefits:
- Life insurance
- Private medical/dental insurance – Simply Health
- Attractive Pension Scheme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Officer - Grants and Donors (Maternity Cover) £35,000 - £40,000, London
On behalf of a large NGO, we are recruiting for a Finance Officer to support in the financial management of project financed by private Donors and Government institutions (Restricted Projects). The Finance Officer will support the Head of Finance and Operations on internal reporting and project and grant related reporting and compliance. This role is for 8 - 9 months and is covering maternity.
Main Duties:
- Work closely with project teams and assist on the financial management of projects funded by Donors and the EU
- Produce financial reporting on the progress of projects and programmes
- Donor project budget monitoring and variance commentary
- Collate and verify financial reports sent by member associations and partners before submitting to the main Donor
- Liaise with partners on the financial management of Sub-grants awarded to them
- Report on budget vs actual
- Develop and automate reporting templates for project monitoring
- Monitor budgets of funded projects including time-sheets, salaries, and staff costs
- Support monthly closure tasks including salary allocation, internal reporting, actuals vs budget and quarterly budget revisions
- Support year-end audit processes as well as statutory financial statements, assisting Audit.
Person Specification:
- Experience reporting on and the accounting for restricted income projects
- Experience dealing with Donors and Grants
- Experience working for a non-profit or NGO, ideally with international programmes
- French speaking would be ideal
- Experience with Winbooks and NetSuite is an asset
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Finance Officer
Fixed Term Contract - Maternity Cover
£26,500 - £29,400
London and Currently Remote
The Finance Officer - Income and Investment will ensure Comic Relief's income is recorded accurately and in a timely manner and to update the ledger for investment movements.
Key Accountabilities/ Objectives
- Record income due to Comic Relief in the finance system including campaign year donations, royalties, contributions to operating costs, Gift Aid and interest on investments.
- Prepare and check gift aid claims based on donation details provided by the Data Team, liaise with public on queries and resolve bounced donations.
- Reconcile all income balance sheet accounts including bank accounts and current asset investment accounts.
- Maintain income tracking schedule for royalties and operating income.
- Maintain the investment portfolio tracker, ensuring accounting entries (including revaluations at month end) have been correctly recorded to enable management review of compliance with Investment policy.
- Ensure payment service provider accounts are reconciled to bank statements and advise Campaign team on setting up new PSPs.
- Support Campaign teams with setting up banking arrangements, wording of Gift Aid on publications and FAQ sheets.
- Provide guidance to working groups on income and gift aid processes.
- Contribute to financial control month end and year-end audit processes.
Essential Education and Skills
- Part qualified or desire to work towards an accounting qualification such as AAT/ACCA or qualified by experience.
- Experience of using finance systems - Great Plains and Customer Relationship Management databases would be desirable.
- Trustworthy & respectful of confidentiality- to deal with sensitive information and handle cash.
- Good time management - to prioritise work and meet month end deadlines.
- IT literacy- to be able to create and edit documents and spreadsheets, use e-mail and outlook calendar effectively.
- Good communication skills - for dealing with suppliers and staff members.
- A fun, positive and engaged professional that demonstrates high proactivity.
To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.
Role closes - 12:00pm, 5th May 2021 BST (Europe/London)
Inclusivity at Comic Relief
We recognise diversity and inclusion are a source of strength in achieving our mission. We therefore welcome everyone, trusting what makes us different brings creativity, styles and experiences to help us collectively do our best work. That’s regardless of your gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and cultural identity. We especially welcome those from under-represented groups in modern grant-making and fundraising. We are on a journey, but if you join our team you will be part of a community that is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we want you to:
- Be valued for being yourself
- Do your best work, and be supported to break down barriers so you can succeed
- Be heard, respected, and treated as an equal, whatever your level, experience or background
- Be part of a team that is committed to making this happen – with our colleagues, partners, and contributors.
Comic Relief is committed to preventing and protecting all people from harm in their interactions with us. We expect all those that act in our name to uphold our approach to doing no harm.
A Woman's Charity in Central London is looking for a Senior Finance Officer to joint he team ASAP to look after the Belgium Office's accounts
Client Details
A Woman's charity in Central London
Description
ensuring the accurate and timely processing of transactions, co-ordinating the production of monthly management accounts and overseeing VAT returns for the Belgium office.
You will enjoy considerable variety and extensive responsibilities as you provide insightful reports and analyses for committees and projects, prepare annual budgets and accounts. You will take ownership of payments and receivables and have a central part to play in ongoing financial control.
Profile
Part qualified
PSFinancials
Experience and an understanding of Belgium legislation and laws
Job Offer
£15-18ph depending on experience
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Charity Finance professional sought
£35,000 - £40,000
One year fixed term contract initially
London, home and office based
Full time (part time considered)
Interviewing now
This is a new role created to undertake the provision of quality financial information within this social welfare charity and would suit a professional who is newly or part qualified and looking to continue working in the charity sector.
In addition to carrying out the tasks associated with a role at this level you will be working closely with a number of managers across the charity as a finance business partner thus enabling them to use financial information effectively. As a charity that fundraises as well as gives out grants you will also be responsible for delivering the budget, forecast and reforecasts in line with one and three year plans.
The successful candidate is likely to be part or newly qualified (CCAB, CIMA or equivalent), be used to working effectively with non-finance stakeholders and colleagues and ideally bring experience of already working within the charity sector.
Application is via CV initially.
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