Finance system manager jobs

Ivy Rock Partners is working with an outstanding educational organisation to recruit a Transactional Finance Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance operations professional to lead a high-performing transactional finance function during a period of ongoing transformation and improvement. Reporting into the senior finance leadership team, you will oversee key financial operations, ensure robust financial controls, and drive service excellence across the organisation.

The Role

You will lead a transactional finance team responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, payments and financial services administration. The successful candidate will ensure efficient and effective financial transaction processing, maintain strong governance and compliance standards, and identify opportunities to improve processes, systems and controls.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing a finance operations team, providing clear direction, support and accountability.
• Ensuring timely and accurate processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable and banking transactions.
• Overseeing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining the integrity of financial control processes.
• Managing debt recovery activities and supporting cash collection performance.
• Reviewing and approving payment runs and other banking transactions.
• Supporting fraud prevention initiatives and strengthening financial controls.
• Working closely with finance systems colleagues to enhance reporting, processes and system functionality.
• Monitoring regulatory developments and ensuring compliance with relevant financial policies and procedures.
• Leading process improvement initiatives and implementing best practice across finance operations.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders across the wider organisation and providing guidance on financial procedures and controls.

About You

We are seeking an experienced finance professional with a strong background in financial operations and team leadership.

You will have:

• Proven experience managing finance operations teams within a complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking and financial controls.
• Experience managing financial transactions, reconciliations and compliance processes.
• The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• A track record of improving processes, controls and service delivery.
• Experience leading or contributing to cross-functional projects and organisational change initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong systems capability and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Higher Education or Further Education sector experience is desired.

What's on Offer

• Competitive annual leave and pension.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• A 12-month fixed-term contract.

For more information or to discuss the opportunity in confidence, please contact Megan Hunter.

What you’ll be doing: 

• Managing the organisation’s financial responsibilities, working to tight deadlines, and a varied workload across different areas of responsibility, particularly in relation to financial reporting. As well as ensuring that financial processes are accurate, up to date and compliant with statutory requirements

• Taking a proactive approach to maintaining efficient office systems and operations, ensuring that orders are processed and providing support for the general up-keep of the office equipment 

• Contributing to project delivery by supporting the team with a range of ongoing administrative and organisational tasks, which requires flexibility and able to manage a varied workload across different areas of responsibility.

What we’re looking for: 

• We are looking for someone with a strong level of experience in managing the financial operations of a small organisation, ensuring that systems and processes are both robust and efficient. This includes experience of financial forecasting, reconciliations and, where appropriate, introducing or improving financial systems. 

• The postholder must be able to communicate financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders with differing levels of financial understanding, both verbally and through written reports or presentations relating to the organisation’s finances and funded projects. 

• Strong organisational and administrative skills are essential. The role requires the ability to manage different aspects of project support, general administration and office management, while keeping the wider team informed of progress on outstanding tasks. 

If this role is of interest, please refer to the full job description and person specification for further details. 

Do you want to be part of making a difference to, and supporting, the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector across Hampshire? 

Action Hampshire works with communities across Hampshire and beyond on innovative, impactful, asset-based projects. We support communities to have their voices heard and to take action together. We support and partner with a range of voluntary community and social enterprise organisations to help make great things happen. We celebrate diversity and challenge inequalities.

We are seeking a values-led finance and operations professional to lead on our finance and operations systems at Action Hampshire. In this senior leadership role, you will guide the finance team, support strategic objectives, and influence decision-making processes at our organisation. Your expertise in charity finance operations will be crucial to informing the Senior Leadership team and guiding the finance team to ensure our compliance and adherence to financial planning, budgeting and reporting.

Who You Are: 

• Proven experience in charity finance and operations management

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team management skills 

• Excellent understanding of financial compliance and operational best practices for VCSE organisations 

• Ability to convey complex information effectively to internal and external stakeholders 

• A commitment to fostering a positive team culture and supporting the professional growth of others 

• Be committed to Action Hampshire’s values and have an understanding of and an empathy with the culture and values of the VCSE sector.

PROJECT OPERATIONS MANAGER

Brand-new operations and project role with Free to Fly, supporting expectant mothers affected by domestic abuse to build safe, independent futures.

Location: Hybrid – Hope Centre, Portsmouth, plus networking and field work

Free to Fly exists to break cycles of abuse for future generations by raising awareness of domestic abuse and supporting mums-to-be on their journey to safety and independence. Through compassionate, person-centred practical and emotional support, the charity helps expectant mothers bring their children safely into the world and build stable, positive futures. Free to Fly is rooted in strong partnerships, community engagement and a deep respect for the dignity of every survivor.

Why work for Free to Fly?

• Flexible hours and hybrid working to suit your schedule
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (FTE)
• Opportunity for growth as the organisation expands
• Support for your professional development and relevant training
• The opportunity to build something that makes a real impact

The Project Operations Manager is a brand-new role, created to shape and drive the charity’s next phase of growth and impact. This is a wonderful opportunity to build and lead something meaningful from the ground up, playing a central role in how the organisation expands its reach and supports more women.

We’re looking for a practical, solutions-focused individual who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys turning ideas into reality. More than anything, this role calls for a genuine passion for the cause and a strong understanding of domestic abuse and trauma-informed practice, ideally gained through direct experience in a relevant service.

You’ll bring the confidence to take initiative, the ability to build trusted relationships, and the drive to create systems, partnerships and ways of working that make a real and lasting difference.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead design and delivery of funded projects, including a scalable volunteer support model
• Establish project plans, systems, processes, safeguarding standards and operational frameworks
• Recruit, train and support volunteers to deliver safe, high-quality services
• Build referral partnerships across churches, health, community and support organisations
• Track impact, manage budgets, and ensure effective reporting to funders and Trustees

As the role involves regular travel for partnership meetings and delivery activity, you’ll need a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.  For further details please have a look at the candidate pack.

For an informal chat to ask any questions, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment.  Please apply through the Charisma Charity Recruitment website with your CV and supporting statement. 

Applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

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

*In accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010, this role is subject to an occupational requirement to recruit only an individual who is biologically female, due to the specific nature of the duties involved.

Role Purpose

To ensure the organisation runs professionally and smoothly through maintaining its financial and accounting control functions in line with policies and requirements, and that financial information for internal and external use is available and accurate.

Role Overview

This role will be located at Salford Students’ Union. Working arrangements are hybrid. The majority of the day will be spent working on systems, and will also be a key point of contact for non-finance colleagues. The team are supported by a shared finance leadership structure operating across three Students’ Unions in Manchester. The key systems are Soldo (expenses), Approval Max (purchase orders), Square (EPOS) and Xero (accounting). The team are also working on a review of systems and may be making system changes in the coming months. There will be an opportunity in the coming months to gain experience of system and process development.

Main Responsibilities and Activities

• Accounts Payable/Receivable:
  • Processing invoices, matching purchase orders, reconciling central billing statements and following up on payments.
  • Ensuring credit notes have been authorised and properly coded (including VAT), following the process from purchase right through to payment.
  • Sales ledger and commercial services support, including raising sales invoices, debt chasing and reconciliation of the daily sales postings between the EPOS system and accounting software.
• Expenses: Managing and processing student group & employee expense claims.
• Payroll: Preparing monthly payroll information for submission to the external payroll provider, including collating casual staff time sheets and all starter and leaver information.
• Month end processes: ensuring all ledgers are closed in line with the month end timetable, contributing to month processes such as expenditure accruals.
• Balance sheet: Reconciling key control accounts including bank accounts, sales postings, credit cards, Soldo card transactions and supplier statements monthly.
• Treasury management: Bank liaison (including updating mandates, signatory details, etc), bank reconciliations, posting of bank receipts and payments.
• Audit: Responding to audit sampling transactional related requests for information.
• Systems: Ownership of key finance system processes and contributing to the development of new finance processes.
• Other finance duties: other finance duties commensurate with the level of the role.
• Liaison with managers and staff members regarding spend against budgets, and payroll enquiries.
• Liaison with finance team members regarding process improvements and new requirements.
• Working with the Student Opportunities team to ensure a high quality finance service is offered to student groups Develop and maintain relationships with colleagues throughout the Union, University and other external partners.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

• Experience of working with finance and connected systems such as EPOS and expenses.
• Either AAT or qualified by experience in a transactional finance role.
• Previous experience of working in a transactional finance role supporting activities such as:
  • Purchase ledger
  • Sales ledger
  • Expenses
  • Balance sheet reconciliations

Skills and Abilities

• Attention to detail: accuracy in data input, ensuring correct accounting treatment for all financial transactions.
• Communication: the ability to communicate key finance processes to non-finance colleagues and offer a great finance service to colleagues and students.
• Organised: ability to manage own time effectively ensuring all key financial deadlines are met.
• Managing queries: ability to investigate and resolve queries from non-finance colleagues as they relate to the scope of the role.
• System focused: adapts easily to new systems and is able to troubleshoot system challenges and issues.

Values and Behaviours

• A demonstrable commitment to Salford SU’s values, mission and purpose.
• A strong commitment to championing equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Comfortable working in a democratic, student-led environment and being an enthusiastic advocate for student voice and representation.

Finance Assistant - Quakers in London (QiL)

Are you an organised financial administrator looking for a role in a dynamic, values-based charity?

• London based

• Full time

• Continuing contract 

• Salary £33,000–£35,000 depending on experience

• Start Date September 2026 

Eight Quaker charities in London are merging at the end of 2026.

We are seeking a Finance Assistant to work alongside the Senior Finance Manager as this merger takes place and to support QiL longterm. As the Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial processing and reporting for QiL, supporting both centrally managed and locally managed Local Meetings. You will  be an integral part of the finance team.

You do not need to be a Quaker, or to have previous experience of Quaker structures, to apply. But you will need to be able to work within a values-led organisation, and work alongside those appointed to volunteer roles. 

The successful candidate will have experience in financial administration, bookkeeping, or accounts processing.They will also have excellent attention to detail and organisational skills and strong numerical and IT skills, including proficiency with spreadsheets and finance systems. They will combine these skills with the ability to work effectively independently, in a team and with a broader community, including the ability to communicate financial matters to non-specialists.

Find the application pack, including more information about the role and Quakers on the Quakers in London website. 

Closing date: 28 June 2026 

A well-established housing provider in the North West is seeking an interim Head of Finance Business Partnering for an inital 6-month period with option of temp to permanent for the right candidate. The organisation has a strong focus on service delivery, financial control, and continuous improvement across its housing operations.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role combining team management, consolidation of management accounts, and strengthening of business partnering across the organisation. A key focus will also be driving improvements in financial systems and processes, including automation and better use of core finance systems.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Finance Business Partnering team, providing direction, oversight, and support across key service areas
• Oversee and consolidate monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate, timely, and insightful reporting to the Finance Director and senior stakeholders
• Drive high-quality business partnering across the organisation, supporting operational teams with financial insight, challenge, and decision-making
• Support property-related finance activities as required (e.g. repairs, maintenance, capital spend)
• Identify and implement process improvements, with a focus on automation and efficiency across finance systems
• Build strong relationships across finance and operational teams, translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insight

Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant with proven experience operating at a senior finance level, ideally from a housing association background
• Strong understanding of management accounting, including consolidation, reporting, and performance analysis
• Demonstrable experience managing and developing finance teams, ideally within a business partnering model
• Experience within property or housing finance (e.g. repairs, maintenance, capital programmes) is highly desirable
• Strong systems expertise, with experience improving and automating finance processes
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge at senior levels

Please get in touch if this role is of interest and you feel you can add value in the position.

We kindly ask recruiters or agencies not to contact us about this role as we're managing this process directly. Due to the volume of agency enquiries, we're unfortunately unable to respond to each one individually.

Location: Reading, Hybrid (at least once per month to Reading Office)

Hours: 21 hours per week

Salary: £30,124 pro rata £17,097.41 for 21 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time

Campaign Closes: 22nd June 2026

Interviews: First stage: 24th/25th June 2026,

                Second stage: 30th June 2026

On occasion, we may close a vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible, as we will be shortlisting on a rolling basis.

Core Purpose

To deliver high quality, accurate, and responsive financial support that ensures the smooth operation of Make-A-Wish finance function. This role is central to maintaining the integrity of financial data through timely processing of transactions, effective communication with stakeholders, and diligent reconciliation of accounts. By supporting both internal teams and external partners, the role helps uphold financial compliance and operational efficiency, enabling Make-A-Wish to focus on granting life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses.

Key Responsibilities

Customer and Communication Support

• Monitor the finance mailbox daily, ensuring all emails are reviewed and responded to in a timely, professional, and accurate manner. Provide first-line support for internal and external customer queries, escalating complex or unresolved issues to the appropriate team member or manager.
• Handle incoming calls to the finance team, offering courteous and knowledgeable assistance. Accurately log call details and follow up on outstanding queries to ensure resolution and customer satisfaction.

Sales and Purchase Processing

• Process sales invoices accurately and efficiently in accordance with MAW’s financial procedures, ensuring correct coding, VAT treatment, and timely dispatch to customers.
• Set up new customers and suppliers on the finance system, verifying all required documentation and approvals are in place. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records to support compliance and audit readiness.
• Process purchase ledger invoices (approx. 360 per month), ensuring they are matched to purchase orders, coded correctly, and approved in line with internal controls. Resolve discrepancies promptly to avoid payment delays.
• Create payment runs and upload onto the bank for approval, ensuring approvals are obtained in a timely manner

Reconciliations and Debt Management

• Perform supplier statement reconciliations regularly, identifying and resolving aged or unmatched items. Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure accounts are accurate and up to date.
• Monitor outstanding sales invoices, escalating overdue items to the relevant ‘requestor’ or budget holder. Support the credit control process by providing timely updates and assisting with follow-up actions.
• Conduct income reconciliations on a regular basis, ensuring all income is accurately recorded and discrepancies are investigated and resolved.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts as assigned, maintaining clear audit trails and supporting documentation for all entries.

Expense and Credit Card Management

• Process monthly credit card statements, ensuring all transactions are supported by receipts, correctly coded, and approved in line with company policy.
• Review and process employee expense claims, checking for accuracy, policy compliance, and appropriate authorisation before submission for payment.

Inventory and Stock Control

• Conduct stock takes at agreed intervals, working with relevant departments to ensure accurate counts and investigate variances. Support the maintenance of accurate stock records in the finance system.

Financial Recording and Reporting

• Post and process journal entries for accruals, prepayments, and other adjustments to ensure the general ledger reflects accurate and complete financial information. Maintain supporting documentation for all entries.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify process improvements and opportunities for automation, making recommendations to line manager and supporting implementation

General and Ad-Hoc Support

• Support with ad-hoc finance tasks as required, including data entry, reporting, and assisting with audits or internal reviews.
• Provide cover for team members during periods of absence, ensuring continuity of service and workload management. Take on additional duties as appropriate to the level of the role and contribute to team objectives.

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in a finance or accounts role, with a solid understanding of financial processes such as invoicing, reconciliations, and ledger management.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial reporting.
• GCSE Maths or equivalent, grade 4/5 (C) or above.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to respond professionally to internal and external queries.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing workload effectively and meeting deadlines.
• Proficient in using finance systems, particularly Xero and Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Strong organisational skills and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Willingness to learn
• Positive and ‘can do’ attitude

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working within a charity, non-profit, or mission-driven organisation.
• Experience with stock control or inventory management.
• Knowledge of VAT and basic accounting principles.
• AAT qualification or working towards a relevant finance qualification.
• Experience supporting audits or financial reviews.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities and support team members during absences.
• Proficiency in finance systems, Lightyear & JOIIN

Reports to: Operations Director (Head of Delivery) 
Contract: Part-time 20 hours over 5 days a week (0.5 FTE) 

Role Purpose 

As Payroll Lead, you will manage HOST’s global payroll operations — ensuring that all staff, contractors, and hosted partners are paid accurately, compliantly, and on time. 

You will bring structure, care, and precision to one of HOST’s most essential services: ensuring the people driving climate and social action receive the financial stability they need to do their best work. 

This role supports both internal HOST staff and hosted partners, liaising across HR, Finance, and Community Support to deliver secure, compliant, and efficient payroll management. You will also help develop new systems and processes as HOST expands internationally, ensuring our operations remain smooth, transparent, and aligned with local legislation. 

Core Responsibilities 

1. Payroll Management 

• Manage all aspects of monthly payroll for UK and international employees, contractors, and hosted partner staff. 

• Prepare and process payroll changes (new hires, terminations, pay adjustments) in line with internal procedures. 

• Ensure timely submission of payroll information to Finance and external providers. 

• Reconcile payroll each month, identifying and resolving any discrepancies. 
   

• Reporting cadence: Monthly payroll cycle; quarterly summary to Operations Director. 

2. Compliance and Record-Keeping 

• Ensure full compliance with UK employment law, tax regulations, and international payroll requirements in collaboration with external providers. 

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee and contractor records. 

• Support statutory reporting, including PAYE, HMRC, and pension submissions. 

• Liaise with HOST’s Finance Team on audits and compliance reviews. 
  Reporting cadence: Monthly compliance report; annual payroll compliance review. 

3. System Management and Improvement 

• Maintain and improve digital payroll systems, ensuring data accuracy and secure integration with Finance and HR tools. 

• Support the development of HOSTHub payroll features and automation processes with the Tech Team. 

• Identify opportunities to simplify workflows and strengthen reporting. 
  Reporting cadence: Quarterly system and process improvement review. 

4. Contractor and International Payroll Support 

• Coordinate with the Community Support and Finance Teams to process international contractor payments, ensuring correct deductions and documentation. 

• Liaise with local payroll providers and Employer of Record (EoR) partners to ensure compliance in each jurisdiction. 

• Track and report on cross-border payroll performance and issue resolution. 
  Reporting cadence: Monthly report; immediate escalation of compliance concerns. 

5. HR and Staff Support 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll queries from staff and contractors, providing clear and timely responses. 

• Collaborate with the HR & Operations teams to ensure policies and processes reflect payroll updates and legislation. 

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes for staff and contractors. 
  Reporting cadence: Ongoing; monthly summary of staff queries and resolutions. 

6. Risk and Confidentiality 

• Identify potential payroll or compliance risks, escalating concerns to the Operations Director and Finance Manager. 

• Ensure all payroll data and personal information are handled securely, in line with GDPR and HOST’s data protection policies. 
  Reporting cadence: Ongoing; quarterly inclusion in organisational risk report. 

Key Relationships 

Internal: Operations Director, Finance Manager, Accountant, Community Support Leads, HR & Payroll External Specialist, and Legal Lead. 
External: Payroll providers, Employer of Record partners, and hosted partner representatives. 

Performance Indicators 

• 100% accuracy in payroll delivery and documentation. 

• 100% on-time monthly payroll completion. 

• All compliance and statutory submissions completed by deadline. 

• 100% confidentiality maintained in payroll data handling. 

• Measurable improvements in payroll efficiency and staff satisfaction. 

Qualifications/Experience:  Member of recognised payroll body e.g. CIPP/GPA 

We are seeking a Roaming International Finance Manager to provide short- to medium-term finance cover and additional capacity across a global programme portfolio. This is a hands-on international finance role, supporting Programme Managers and country teams to manage financial risk, strengthen financial controls, and ensure effective delivery of standard financial operating procedures.

The role may also include the induction, training and capacity-building of new International Finance Managers and local finance teams.

The successful candidate will work across a range of country programmes, often in challenging or developing-country contexts, providing support on budgeting, donor reporting, financial planning, monthly close processes, cash management, statutory compliance, audit preparation and partner contract oversight. They will play a key role in ensuring financial systems, reporting and controls are robust, compliant and aligned with operational needs.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting country financial planning, forecasting and grant/contract budgeting.
• Monitoring grant and contract spend, including cost-to-completion and spend-out plans.
• Identifying and managing programme financial risks.
• Ensuring financial policies and standard operating procedures are implemented across programme locations.
• Overseeing monthly financial close and ledger accuracy.
• Preparing donor, client and country financial statements.
• Managing cash flow, banking arrangements and exchange-rate exposure.
• Supporting statutory, donor and external audits.
• Building the capacity of national finance teams and supporting staff development.

About you

You will be a qualified accountant, or able to demonstrate equivalent experience, with at least five years’ financial management experience, including two years overseas. You will bring strong financial planning, reporting, donor compliance and risk-management skills, together with the flexibility and resilience required to work in varied international contexts. Experience managing and developing small teams is essential.

This role would suit a practical, adaptable and culturally sensitive finance professional who is comfortable working both strategically and operationally, including in environments where living and working conditions may be basic.

Location: Victoria, hybrid (1 day per week in office)
Contract: Temporary, ongoing
Hours: Part-time, 2 to 3 days per week
Salary: £31.88 per hour + holiday (£58,177 salaried FTE)
Start Date: ASAP

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client in their search for a temporary Payroll Manager. The organisation is an umbrella body for a variety of charitable trusts.

Responsibilities:

• Delivering the end-to-end monthly payroll and including preparation, HMRC compliance
• Managing year-end processes including P60s and cost of living increases
• Processing new starters, leavers, pensions, and benefits
• Advising management and other departments as required
• Ensuring timely and accurate data input, including maintenance for audit trails
• Leading continuous improvement, including regulatory changes and best practice
• Acting as a system lead (Access Payroll) and supporting with improvements to processes and systems
• Proactively supporting stakeholders, including payroll queries, internal department needs, and forecasting/budgeting support

Requirements:

• Recent experience in a similar role within the not-for-profit sector
• Excellent working payroll and finance knowledge, with an comprehension of current legislation and best practice
• Confidence with systems and technology usage (Access Payroll and Microsoft tools)
• Strong leadership ability, with confidence to manage the finance team and guide organisational leaders
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to work under pressure
• Proactive and independent mindset, with good time management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational ability

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please apply ASAP by submitting your CV in Word format. 

At Prospectus, we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments to any part of the process, please reach out to us.

Orion Education is seeking an exceptional Chief Finance Officer to help shape the next stage of the Trust’s development. This is a pivotal executive leadership role at a critical moment for a forward-looking, values-led organisation with eight schools across Bromley and Kent.

Orion is driven by a clear mission: to improve outcomes, transform lives and enable social mobility. Its work is underpinned by the values of trust, kindness and endeavour, and by a belief that strong culture, academic rigour and excellent leadership can make a lasting difference for young people and their communities.

Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Trustees and wider Executive Leadership Team, the CFO will provide clear, disciplined and strategic financial leadership across the Trust. You will ensure that Orion has the financial strategy, systems, governance and decision-making capability required to support sustainable growth, operational resilience and improved outcomes for pupils, particularly those who are most disadvantaged.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the Trust’s long-term financial strategy, planning, budgeting and forecasting.
• Providing high-quality financial insight to the CEO, Board and Executive Leadership Team.
• Ensuring robust financial governance, compliance, risk management and assurance.
• Overseeing statutory reporting, audit, cashflow, financial controls and regulatory requirements.
• Implementing curriculum-led financial planning across the Trust.
• Supporting school and Trust leaders to make evidence-informed decisions about staffing, resources and investment.
• Driving value for money through procurement, contract management, systems improvement and standardisation.
• Building financial frameworks that support sustainable growth and potential future school integration.
• Developing finance colleagues and contributing to a strong, collaborative and accountable culture.

This is a role for a finance leader who can operate with both strategic ambition and practical grip. You will be able to translate complex financial information into clear advice, build confidence among non-finance leaders, and ensure that resources are aligned to educational priorities.

We are looking for someone who can bring:

• Professional accountancy qualification and significant senior finance leadership experience.
• A strong track record in financial strategy, planning, control and governance.
• Experience of operating at executive or board level in a complex organisation.
• The ability to manage significant budgets, risk and resources with confidence.
• Strong judgement, integrity and accountability.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders.
• A values-led approach, with the ability to build trust and develop others.
• Commitment to Orion’s mission, values and ambition for young people.

Just as importantly, you will be a leader with cultural tenacity, accountability with purpose, imaginative intelligence and the capacity to connect with colleagues, pupils, communities and partners.

In return, Orion offers:

• A senior executive role with real strategic influence.
• The opportunity to join an ambitious Trust at an exciting stage of development.
• Competitive salary of up to £125,000 per annum.
• Pension provision and a strong commitment to professional development.
• A culture that places wellbeing, inclusion and belonging at its heart.
• The chance to make a lasting contribution to pupils, schools and communities.

Orion Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Trust is fully committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

For a confidential conversation, please contact Phil Southern at Ivy Rock Partners.

Our client is a world-renowned, independent policy institute based in London, dedicated to building a sustainably secure, prosperous, and just world through the advancement of international relations. Following a period of rapid growth, the organisation is currently undergoing an exciting phase of transformation—consolidating and simplifying their internal structures, modernising their financial systems, and refining their strategic business model. 

Goodman Masson are exclusively partnered with this prestigious institute to recruit for a high-calibre Finance Business Partner to join their dynamic central finance team.

This role would suit an ACA qualified auditor looking to make their first move into industry or someone who has already established themselves as a qualified Finance Business Partner within the not for profit sector. 

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will act as a vital strategic partner to the institutes core international research programmes (covering Africa, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East). This is not a traditional back-office accounting role; you will actively bridge the gap between central finance and research directors, driving a culture of financial accountability and empowering non-financial stakeholders to make data-driven strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Business Partnering: Build trusted relationships with budget holders and research colleagues, providing commercial acumen, financial insights, and expert analysis to improve financial performance. 

• Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and management reporting for dedicated programmes.

• Project & Grant Oversight: Oversee the financial health of complex research projects, ensuring accurate income recognition, monitoring variances, and ensuring strict compliance with complex funding/grant requirements.

• Commercial & Contract Management: Collaborate with the Contract Manager and Research Partnerships team to support project costing, ensure legal/financial terms are optimised, and manage audit processes for centre funding. 

• Continuous Improvement: Play a key role in change projects to modernise procedures, enhance internal financial controls, and improve the efficiency and value-add of the finance function.

• Statutory Support: Assist with the preparation of annual statutory accounts, including necessary disclosures and detailed analysis.

Essential Criteria: 

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Background within either external audit or a Business Partnering role within a similar organisation.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to translate complex financial metrics into clear, concise, and accessible insights for diverse, non-financial audiences.

Salary is £60,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits. 

Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the London office. 

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis therefore please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered. 

Helen Bamber Foundation Group has experienced significant growth and change in recent years. The 
finance department is integral to the continued success of the organisation. This role presents an exciting 
opportunity to contribute to the development of the finance team, changing to meet the growing needs of 
the charity.

Working closely with the Senior Finance Assistant, the Finance Assistant will undertake a broad range of 
responsibilities and play a key role in ensuring financial information is processed accurately and in a timely 
manner. The work directly enables the production of management accounts that support clear decision making within the charities.

The Finance Assistant will gain hands-on exposure to accounts payable, bank reconciliations, month-end 
journals, VAT, and finance systems work, with clear opportunities to progress within the team as skills 
develop. 

The Finance Assistant will help maintain positive supplier relationships through the timely and accurate 
payment of invoices, and will support the Senior Finance Assistant with bank reconciliations, petty cash, 
card transactions and month-end journals, helping to safeguard the charities’ assets.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proactive and adaptable approach, excellent attention to detail, 
strong time management skills, and experience supporting teams effectively.