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Financial Controller Role

The Diocese of Arundel & Brighton is a registered charity with care of 250 staff, 180 members of clergy, and many hundreds of volunteers. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the successful applicant will oversee a finance team of 5, including a qualified management accountant and two colleagues engaged in studies.

The finance team supports cloud-based accounting for 80 parishes; overseeing a significant number of transactions, submitting the monthly payroll to the outsourced payroll bureau, and providing the finance function for central operations based at The St Philip Howard Centre in Crawley.

The Financial Controller will be responsible for ;

• Producing statutory audited accounts and acting as the principal contact for external auditors.
• Report on finance matters to the quarterly Diocesan Finance Committee (DFC)
• Oversee the finance team in delivering the budget process and production of quarterly cashflow and budget forecasts, leading on tax compliance, VAT (for one subsidiary), and Gift Aid.

Director of Finance and Operations
The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK
Salary: £60,000-£70,000 per annum
Remote (UK-based) with expensed travel to London
Full-time, permanent

Akshaya Patra is one of the world’s largest school meals charities – nourishing 2.35 million children in India every day and now expanding our impact across the UK.

Our UK after-school programme, Empower Hour, provides hot, nutritious meals and targeted tuition to children growing up in poverty – extending the school day by 60 minutes to give them the fuel, support and enrichment they need to thrive.

What began in one school in 2024 is already serving ten, and – alongside driving continued expansion in India – we are now ready to scale our delivery to reach thousands more children across the UK’s most disadvantaged communities.

To help lead this exciting phase of growth, we are seeking a Director of Finance and Operations – a senior leader who combines strong financial stewardship with operational leadership and is motivated by purpose as much as performance.

You will sit on the Senior Leadership Team, reporting to the CEO, and oversee two core portfolios:

• Programmes – overseeing Watford kitchen operations, Empower Hour delivery and holiday hunger initiatives.
• Finance and Resources – leading financial planning and reporting, systems, compliance, HR development and organisational infrastructure.

This role will suit someone who enjoys both strategic thinking and practical implementation – someone who finds energy in building strong foundations and helping a values-led organisation grow well.

You may have built your career in charity, education, food provision, public services, the private sector or elsewhere – but you will bring:

• Senior-level experience across finance, operations or programme delivery.
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of charity governance and compliance.
• A collaborative leadership style – supporting, challenging and uplifting those you lead.
• Deep alignment with our mission to fight child hunger and educational inequality.

What we offer:

• Flexible and remote working.
• 34 days’ leave (25 days annual leave + Diwali + English bank holidays).
• Employer pension contribution.
• Investment in professional and vocational development.
• A meaningful leadership role in a growing global movement – empowering children in both the UK and India.

How to apply:

• Download the full job description and application details here or on our website.
• Please send your CV and a cover letter to the email address in the applicant pack outlining both your suitability for the role and what attracts you to Akshaya Patra and our mission.
• Closing date: Monday 3 November 2025.

If you believe no child should be held back by hunger – and you have the leadership skills and desire to help grow an organisation that makes that possible – we would love to hear from you.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager with a national charity for unpaid carers on a permanent, part-time (28 hours per week) basis. As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the management of the financial accounting functions of the organisation, for the preparation of statutory accounts, regular management reports, the preparation of all tax returns, supporting budget holders and assisting them fulfil their responsibilities, and for compliance with statutory requirements including compliance with tax laws and regulations.

Please note, hybrid working is in place with this organisation, and you will be required to go into the office every Wednesday. Additionally, the salary on show is the FTE. 

As Finance Manager, you will:

- Manage the financial accounting function of the organisation

- Prepare monthly management accounts for budget holders and senior management team

- Verify and validate the restricted funds accounts and reports and incorporate into the main accounting and reporting systems

- Line manage the Finance Officer including conducting appraisals and supporting development

- Prepare the year-end audit files and statutory accounts in line with SORP, the Charities Acts and liaise with the auditors, bankers and other agencies as appropriate and relevant

The successful applicant will:

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

- Be fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

- Have the ability to use Excel to a high standard to record, analyse and compare data quickly and effectively

- Have strong knowledge of the latest Charities SORP and Companies Act

- Have line management experience

- 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.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Finance Manager with an entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen to contribute to the strategic leadership of the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Senior Leadership team by having oversight, management, and responsibility for Pecan’s financial functionality, and promoting and sustaining the organisations commitment to showing kindness, raising self-belief and inspiring hope for the future of the individuals we serve.

When working for Pecan, you can expect to become a valued member of a diverse and supportive team. In addition to a place in our 36-year legacy, you will receive a generous holiday allowance, pension contribution and life assurance cover. You can also expect regular team meetings and social opportunities, and a variety of other benefits as outlined in our recruitment pack.

Main Responsibilities:

Overview

• Oversight and management of Pecan's financial planning, accounting, and reporting.
• Oversight and management of the organisations financial risk and compliance, and safeguarding of assets through effective processes and procedures.
• Oversight and management of performance and organisational data: its collection, storage, analysis and reporting. 

Finance

1. Advise and report to the Board, Chief Executive and SMT on all financial matters, including investments, reserves, financial forecasting and cashflow, financial performance and systems. 
2. Lead the financial planning for the organisation, including annual budgeting and re-forecasting as necessary and to prepare regular financial report, including management accounts, cashflow, and other reports as required by the Board, the SMT and budget holders. 
3. Provide financial information, advice and support, including training, which meets the needs of the Trustees, SMT and other staff within Pecan. In particular, work with service leads to provide all necessary financial budgeting input to funding bids and funding monitoring and reporting, ideally also upskilling the service leads in this area. 
4. Take responsibility for the day to day management and administration of the finance functions such as bank reconciliations, petty cash and donation records, accounts payables & receivables, VAT and gift aid claimed. 

Key Requirements (specific skills, qualifications required):

• Experience of working in a senior accounting role, including budget and financial policy formulation.
• A track record of preparing management accounts and other financial reports.
• Strong financial management skills and ability (including SORP).
• Entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen. 
• Strong commitment to the goals, ethos, values, and vision of Pecan, including a belief in the important of all people of different backgrounds working together and respecting and valuing each other’s contributions.

Desirable knowledge/expertise

• Strong experience in using Xero Accounting Software.
• Knowledge of charity law & VAT partial exemption.
• Experience of the voluntary and community sector.
• Knowledge of charity fundraising or marketing.

Please read the Job Description for more information.

Closing Date: Monday 27th October 2025, 10am

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 3rd November 2025, Details TBC 

Start Date: ASAP

Finance Business Partner

We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to join the team.

If you want to join an impact-driven organisation, improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families, then apply today!

Position: Finance Business Partner

Location: London/hybrid

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week

Salary: £55,000 including generous benefits

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 26th October 2025

The role

As Finance Business Partner, you will play a key operational role within the finance function, reporting directly to the Head of Finance. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day financial activities, supporting programme delivery through robust financial management, and maintaining compliance with funding and regulatory requirements.

This role is hands-on and collaborative, working closely with internal teams and the Finance Officer to deliver accurate financial reporting, manage invoicing cycles, oversee treasury and insurance functions, and provide practical financial support across Foundations.

About you

We are looking for someone with proven experience in a management accounting role, ideally within the public sector or a charity.

You will have:

• A strong track record of producing management accounts, forecasts, and financial analysis.
• Experience in supervising finance staff and managing operational finance functions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with funder invoicing and financial reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with government funding frameworks and public sector financial governance
• Knowledge of insurance and treasury management practices.
• Proficiency in financial systems and Excel-based modelling.

The organisation

This is a great place to work, where everyone is high performing and where together everyone can achieve impact that makes a real difference for vulnerable children and families. Focusing on using and championing high-quality evidence, working directly with government and local leaders, the team provides practical solutions and encourages change. This is an organisation with ambitious aims and people are essential to its success.

Benefits include:

• 30 days annual leave, plus one extra day off for your birthday, paid bank holidays with up to three which may be switched for religious observance
• Up to five days carers’ leave, in a 12-month period, three days paid
• Paid compassionate leave
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced parental leave and pay
• 6% employer and 3% employee contribution. No limit on any additional employee contributions made via auto enrolment
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling, legal and information line
• Unlimited access to 24/7 GP
• Mental health support
• Life cover at x4 annual salary
• Bike to work scheme.

The organisation offers excellent salaries, learning and development opportunities, and a great office location situated in the heart of St James’s. Working in a hybrid and flexible way, the organisation recognises the importance of a good work-life balance. Please note that where staff live within approximately two hours travel of the office, they are expected to work onsite two days per week. For those based further afield, more flexible or home working arrangements can be discussed.

Do you want to work somewhere that values and celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees? People are at the heart of everything we do. It’s vital that the workforce reflects the diversity of stakeholders, and the wider society in the UK, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.

You may have experience in other areas such as Finance, Finance BP, Financial BP, Finance Business Partner, Finance Manager, Finance and Operations Manager, Finance Officer, Senior Finance Officer, Finance Lead.

This role is currently unable to offer sponsorship. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

The Finance and Operations Officer is responsible for maintaining an efficient and streamlined service across the organisation to support and develop the charity’s finance administration, operations, governance and HR functions. It is ideal for someone who thrives on making sure everything behind the scenes works seamlessly to enable impactful frontline work.

You’ll support core functions helping ensure our systems are strong and efficient. Alongside this, you’ll contribute to our wider mission of supporting 250,000 young Londoners access healthy food, positive opportunities, and pathways into meaningful careers. You’ll help us live our values as a charity that’s authentically youth-led, nurturing talent and championing equity and inclusion in everything we do.

This is a varied and hands-on role, perfect for someone who’s proactive, organised and enjoys making things work better. You’ll use tools like Xero, Salesforce and Microsoft 365 to streamline processes, analyse data, and find smarter ways of working. You’ll manage communications with staff, suppliers and partners, provide diary support to the CEO, and help ensure compliance and good governance across the charity.

Director of Finance, People and Operations

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Finance, People and Operations to lead central functions and help shape future success.

Salary: £67,000–£76,000 pro rata (depending on experience)
Location: Hybrid / London
Hours: Part time 0.8/ 32 hours per week or Part-time, 0.6 FTE / 24 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing date:  31st October 2025

About the Role

As a member of the Executive Team, you will provide financial, operational and people-focused leadership while ensuring robust governance and sustainable growth.

You will oversee finance, HR, operations and IT through a small but committed team, ensuring systems, processes and culture enable delivery of the organisation’s mission.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic advice on finance, operations and people matters
• Leading financial planning, budgeting and risk management
• Managing and supporting the Finance Manager and Head of HR, Operations and IT
• Ensuring efficient financial systems and compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
• Supporting recruitment, development and retention to sustain a collaborative and values-driven culture
• Overseeing operational systems and governance, including Board and committee reporting

This is a hands-on leadership role in a small, agile organisation where you will combine strategic insight with practical delivery.

About You

We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant experience in both strategic and operational finance, ideally in non-profit or mission-driven organisations.

You will bring:

• Strong financial expertise, including hands-on management and planning
• Experience of operations, governance and risk management
• A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to manage small teams effectively
• A practical mindset, able to improve systems and processes in resource-conscious settings
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice

You will thrive if you are motivated by making systems work better, enjoy working across multiple functions, and want to contribute to lasting positive change.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Finance Director, Director of Resources, Chief Operating Officer, Head of Finance and Operations, Director of Corporate Services, Director of Finance and Resources, Finance and Operations Director,  Director of Finance and Administration, Director of Operations and Finance,  Director of Business Services,  Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO),  Executive Director of Finance and Resources,  Director of Finance and Governance, Head of Finance and Resources

Project Manager and Catchment Partnership (CaBA) Host

Salary:                             Manager Band A, Level 1 £38,520 per annum

Contract length: Full-time position (35 hours per week) over 3.25 years from January 2026, with possible                                                          extension. 

Location:Hybrid working from home and Thames21’s offices at the Guildhall, City of London and Bow Locks. On-site working as required throughout the Roding, Beam and Ingrebourne Catchment Area.

Responsible to: Thames21 Catchment Partnerships Manager

About Thames21

Thames21 is an environmental charity that works across London and the Thames Basin to deliver high-impact, nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis by restoring rivers, while also connecting communities to their local green-blue spaces and inspiring long-term stewardship of them. 

Diversity at Thames21

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Thames21 is key to our success, and as such, we employ staff from a diverse range of backgrounds. We believe this is crucial in ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity and is not treated differently or discriminated against due to their characteristics. We value the voices of our individual employees and strive to work in a collaborative, innovative, and balanced way. The postholder must actively support this.

Purpose of the job

We are recruiting an enthusiastic and committed individual to fulfil the combined role of project manager for the Roding Rises project, and catchment partnership co-host for the Roding, Beam and Ingrebourne catchment partnership. The Roding Rises is an ambitious 3-year project funded through The National Lottery Heritage Fund that aims to deliver the following key outcomes: 

1. Raise the value placed on the river Roding by the local community through a river connection programme of engagement events that will work with urban and rural communities throughout the Roding catchment.

1. Raise protection of the river Roding through a citizen science action programme, giving communities and catchment partners the data and knowledge to advocate for the river, and through a masterplan for the lower Roding, which will influence and inform future development. 

1. Raise the quality of the habitat in and along the river through the delivery of a significant capital river restoration scheme and a catchment grants programme, so the river brings maximum benefits to both people and wildlife.  

1. Deliver a legacy for the river Roding by integrating the outputs of The Roding Rises with ambitions of the wider catchment partnership and using the project as a springboard for leveraging further catchment-scale restoration work.

The Roding Rises Project Manager will work alongside a multidisciplinary Thames21 team to ensure each element of the project is delivered on time, within budget, and with maximum impact. 

Within the role of co-host of the Roding, Beam and Ingrebourne Catchment Partnership, this position will help develop and advance the namesake catchment’s action plan through building the partnership, facilitating knowledge exchange between various partners, and working across the partnership to develop and successfully fundraise for river & catchment improvement projects. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee the delivery of ‘The Roding Rises’ project, ensuring each work programme delivers its required goals on time, within budget and with maximum impact.  

• Work with The Roding Rises admin and finance officer to ensure the smooth administration and reporting of the project. 

• Develop and oversee the administration of The Roding Rises grants scheme.

• Support the Roding Rises Engagement, Evidence and River Restoration leads with the administration and coordination of their direct areas of work.

•  Line manage and oversee the work of the Roding Rises Reporting and Finance Officer.

• Work with Catchment Partners and Thames21 support functions, to identify, scope and develop river and catchment improvement projects which are realistic and fundable, thereby enabling the implementation of the Catchment Partnership’s Objectives and Catchment Action Plans to meet national environmental objectives.

• Arrange, host and coordinate meetings for The Roding Rises and the Roding, Beam and Ingrebourne Catchment Partnership to share knowledge, news and project progress between stakeholders, including the production of agendas, minutes and actions.

• With support from Catchment Partners and Thames21 support functions, lead on the development of match funding applications for The Roding Rises project, and wider funding applications to enable the delivery of river improvement projects across the catchment partnership.

• Work with Catchment Partners and Thames21 support functions, to share information between partners and stakeholders to ensure that all interested parties are up to date with the latest information and knowledge of techniques, opportunities and developments in areas relevant to the Partnerships. 

• Update Thames21 central record-keeping databases in line with GDPR requirements. 

• Represent Thames2, the Catchment Partnership and The Roding Rises project at events throughout the catchment. 

Other Duties

This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within Thames21. At various times, the post-holder will be directed to carry out other reasonable duties in support of other Thames21 activities that are consistent with those in this Job Description.

For more information, please refer to the attached job description

Salary: £95,000 – £105,000
Location: Hybrid, with two days per week in Central London
Contract: Permanent, full-time, flexible working

About the role

A pioneering, fast-growing charity with a strong record of delivering tangible impact is seeking a Director of Finance and Operations to join the Executive Team at a pivotal stage in its journey. This is a rare opportunity to join a values-driven organisation with financial strength, impressive year-on-year growth, and an ambitious agenda for the future.

Established for over 10 years, with strong reserves, income exceeding forecast, and ambition and vison for the future, you will join an Executive Team in reviewing and leading plans for continuous growth across an already impressive track record. As Director of Finance and Operations you will play a central role in shaping the organisation’s long-term financial strategy, strengthening governance and risk management, and ensuring the charity is equipped for sustainable growth.

Working closely with the CEO and Trustees, you will be responsible for the Finance, Governance, and Legal functions, combining strategic oversight with a hands-on approach where needed. This is a role that offers real scope to make a difference—both within the organisation and through the impact our work delivers externally.

Key duties are as follows:

• Lead the development of the organisation’s financial strategy, aligning with overall organisational goals.
• Provide strategic financial planning and forecasting to support decision-making, including a 5-year strategy and finance plan, annual budgets, and operations plans.
• Oversee and support delivery of day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.
• Oversee and continue development of appropriate financial systems, processes and policies, including contract management system.
• Develop with CEO and the Trustee Board strategies to diversify funding sources and enhance financial resilience.
• Oversee and support the preparation and presentation of financial reports to the Trustee Board, Audit and Risk Committee and other stakeholders, highlighting financial performance and risks.
• Lead the development and oversight of the organisation’s risk management framework, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated.
• Act as a key adviser to the Board of Trustees, Finance & Audit Committee, and senior leadership on financial governance and risk matters.
• Manage the Finance, Governance and Legal teams and associated strategic responsibilities for the charity

About you

• You will be a qualified accountant with significant senior-level finance experience
• Proven expertise in strategic financial planning and forecasting
• Experience of working with Boards and / or Committees
• A collaborative leadership style with proven staff management experience.
• Ability to be hands-on where required in the day-to-day running of the finance and operations teams
• A strong commitment to the mission and values of the charity sector.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary – £95,000 – £105,000 dependent on experience
• Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the office in central London (ad hoc additional time-in-office may be required commensurate with the needs of the role).
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible working options available to support work-life balance
• Pension salary sacrifice scheme available
• The opportunity to be part of a committed, collaborative team working towards meaningful impact.

Timescales

Interviews will be held w/c 17th for first stage interviews and w/c 24th for second stage interviews.
Final meetings will be held in early December.

Vision: Home-Start believes every parent should have the support they need to give their children the best possible start in life. Main purpose of job: To ensure Home-Start's Southwark’s finance and operations systems best meet the needs of the organisation, enabling us to provide the best possible support to families with children under 5 in Southwark and Lewisham. 

Our ambition is to continue to develop outstanding services that meet the needs of our community; if you want to be part of our future, we would love to meet you to discuss this further.

Based at the magnificent Hampton Court Palace, the Royal School of Needlework is a registered charity and the international centre of excellence for the art of hand embroidery.  Our renowned Embroidery Studio creates stunning bespoke embroidery for fashion, art and royalty, as well as expertly restoring and conserving valuable and historical embroidered pieces. We also offer an online and onsite shop that stocks a full range of embroidery kits and merchandise. 

We are recruiting for an experienced Finance Assistant, qualified to a minimum AAT Level 2 with experience in the charity sector, who will have responsibility for the RSN’s accounting records. The Finance Assistant will perform day to day processing tasks for the sales and purchase ledgers, balance sheet reconciliations. Experience of Sage accounting package essential. 

Primary purpose

To perform day-to-day processing tasks for the sales and purchase ledgers, and certain balance sheet reconciliations

Job responsibilities

• Receive, log and record all purchase invoices and post onto Sage.
• Maintain customer and supplier records in the sales and purchase. ledgers, including verifying details of new suppliers and changes of supplier bank details for existing suppliers.
• Set up fortnightly payment runs and generate and send remittances to suppliers.
• Create occasional sales invoices for various departments.
• Post all entries into banks and reconcile banks.
• Prepare monthly PayPal audit trail for website transactions. Code these and import to Sage.
• Create monthly PayPal import spreadsheet from data provided by the IT department. Adjust and correct as necessary and import to Sage.
• Create monthly Square import spreadsheet from data provided by the IT department. Adjust and correct as necessary and import to Sage.
• Code and post all Bookeo transactions into Sage.
• Check and post all credit card transactions onto Sage and ensure all relevant approvals done.
• Maintain the prepayments and accruals schedules and prepare nominal journals for prepayments and accruals as part of the monthly management accounts process.
• Prepare certain balance sheet reconciliations monthly for review by the Finance Manager
• Review and analysis of Sage VAT posting reports for incorporation into the quarterly VAT return
• Use of the GoCardless system to collect direct debit payments
• Provide holiday and absence cover for the Finance Officer for RSN Enterprises Ltd
• Participation in project work as required
• Any other activities as required such as assistance with year end audit.

Qualifications and experience required

• Minimum AAT level 2 qualification
• Experience of working in the charity sector and the relevant accounting and tax regulations applying to charities, including VAT.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Systems experience – ideally Sage 50 but also experience of other systems interfacing with the main accounting system.

Personal Skills

• High level of numeracy and literacy
• Good analytical skills
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Good communication skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Efficient and fast paced worker 

This is a full-time role for 35 hours per week, to be worked Monday to Friday based at Hampton Court Palace, with at least three days per week in the office.  This is non-negotiable.Salary is £30,000-£32,000 depending on experience. 

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK

A socially driven not-for-profit organisation, delivering important services to people nationally to ensure financial inclusion and equity for all, is seeking a permanent Head of Finance to join their team at a time of significant growth.

The organisation’s mission is focussed on a people-centred approach, having a significant impact on economically disadvantaged communities by providing access to financial empowerment. The organisation is currently recruiting a permanent Head of Finance to lead their finance team and support the Chief Financial Officer and the wider organisation to deliver strategic finance in support of the organisation’s growth and transformation in services.

Key duties are as follows:

• Develop and lead financial and data models to support forecasting, planning and investment decisions
• Act as a key business partner across the business, to establish departmental performance vs budget and to deliver high impact finance support.
• Support the Executive Committee and wider management team with commercial decisions using clear, well-structured models and data insights; design and preparation of MI including Board Pack and investor reporting
• Manage all aspects of the company’s Financial Reporting requirements; you will supply accurate and timely management and statutory accounts
• Oversee a smooth annual audit and account preparation process.
• Manage all aspects of the Finance Function ensuring that a robust controls environment is designed, maintained, and documented.
• Staff management of a small finance team
• Work closely with the CFO on developing and delivering financial strategy

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: £80,000 per annum
• Annual leave of 25 days + bank holidays
• Private health insurance + Employee Assistance Programme benefits
• Hybrid working – 50% in-office and 50% working from home but with flexible options at different times of year
• This role is full-time but alternative working arrangements can be considered – candidates requiring reduced hours or compressed workers are encouraged to apply

About You

• You will be a qualified accountant with experience in managing small teams
• Strong financial planning and analysis skills, including financial modelling in support of strategic changes and decision-making
• Motivated by working in an organisation with a strong people-centred social purpose

Applications will be considered upon receipt so early application is encouraged.

Interviews to be held in early to mid-November.

We are recruiting for a Temporary part time Finance officer for a member body. This is a new role for the charity. The postholder will help us to review and improve our finance administration processes and support the charity through a period of transition. You will helping to implement new systems and processes as required and providing feedback and suggestions to the Head of Finance and Operations on finance-related procedures and tools.

Hybrid working 1 day in the office . This roles is 14 hours a week and can be worked over 2 days or over 4 half days

The Role
Financial Reconciliation & Reporting
Updating and maintaining Xero accounts system
Oversight of Purchase Ledger system, including weekly payments
Perform bank reconciliations
Perform reconciliation of income and expenditure.
Maintain accurate financial records in line with organisational and regulatory standards.Income Management
Process income received via royalty statement
Issue invoices, track payments, and follow up on outstanding balances.
General Finance Administration
Process purchase invoices and expense claims.
Maintain and update financial systems and databases.
Support audits and financial reviews by preparing documentation and responding to queries.

The Candidate
Previous experience in similar role
Proficient in managing day to day financial processes
Processing invoices, credit cards payments and expenses Familiar with Xero or similar
Familiar with online banking in a business setting
Excellent MS Office skills, especially Excel

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.

At Viva, we want children everywhere to have life in all its fullness. Viva inspires, supports and connects networks of churches and community-based organisations to work together to make a bigger, better and longer-lasting impact in the lives of children.

We do this by providing coaching, supporting programme implementation, helping them access funding, creating tools to measure impact, and facilitating a global community of learning.

As Viva's Finance & Operations Manager, you will ensure the smooth running of the organisation’s finance and operational systems. You’ll be in a hands-on role, responsible for day-to-day bookkeeping, financial administration, and supporting core operational processes for the UK charity and overseas entities. Working alongside the COO and Finance Director, you will help ensure Viva remains financially sound, compliant and efficient. Through all this, you will play a vital role in making it possible for Viva to achieve its goal of enabling more children to live life in all its fullness.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Finance: undertaking and managing the efficient day-to-day operation of Viva’s finance function 
• Operations: ensuring the effective operation of our logistics, IT infrastructure and data

This role will suit you if:

• you have a demonstrated track record of financial management experience
• you are experienced in managing operational systems, in particular IT and data protection
• you have an accountancy qualification e.g. minimum AAT Level 3 
• you are a great problem solver with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• you are looking to join a welcoming, creative, supportive and international team

Location: this role can be remote, hybrid or office-based in Viva’s Oxford office with occasional travel to the office or other locations in the UK

Hours: 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer

How to apply: Take a look at the full job description and person spec in the Job Information Pack and then click the CharityJob Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and cover letter and answer a few short screening questions about your relevant skills. Please note that you will need the right to live and work in the UK to apply for this role.

Key dates: the closing date will be midnight on Sunday 26th October 2025. Interviews will be held online on Thursday 6th November 2025.