Description of Paces Charity:

Paces is a specialist centre and Charity for children and adults with neurological conditions (mainly Cerebral Palsy), and motor disorders – Stroke, Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis.

Paces delivers Conductive Education: a holistic package of support that aims to help individuals obtain the greatest level of independence through a range of supportive measures.

Paces aims to meet the physical and cognitive needs of individuals which are often not met holistically elsewhere.

Paces focuses on ability, not disability.

Paces was established in 1997; the charitable organisation was born out of the experiences of parenting children with physical disabilities and their related learning difficulties.

Trustees, Governors, staff and parents have overseen the growth of Paces as a Charity, with Paces School gaining Department of Education Non-Maintained Special School status in 2009.  Paces School was rated GOOD by Ofsted in 2019, with the school currently educating 37 children from ages 4-18.  The school provides a personalised curriculum based on the National Curriculum through the medium of Conductive Education. 

Paces has an Outreach Team that currently supports 28 families in the community.

Families come into Paces for bespoke 1-1 and group Conductive Education sessions. 

Paces also has an Adult Services Team; and in addition, Paces operates a sessional Conductive Education Programme for individuals with Parkinson’s, Stroke and Multiple Sclerosis.   

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) is a new role.

The CFO will be a senior strategic member of the Charity Management Team, taking overall responsibility for the leadership, organisation and management of finance across all aspects of the Charity. This includes responsibility for financial records, payroll and financial performance reporting. 

Included in this significantly expanded role will be the financial leadership of helping the Charity to procure much improved building accommodation.

The Chief Finance Officer is responsible for the financial health of the organisation, ensuring an environment of tight financial control and delivery of the Charity financial strategy, in alignment with the overall vision as set by Trustees.

The CFO position has been created to support the Charity as it aims to acquire ownership and the building of its own brand new and bespoke facility.

The successful candidate will have an energy, passion and vision to support Trustees and Governors as they aspire to help Paces deliver world leading facilities in their new national centre of excellence. 

For the right individual, the exciting vision and plans that Paces brings forward will offer a career opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of the children and adults that our Charity supports.

Roles and Responsibilities:

All duties required within the remit of this role, including but not limited to:

Strategic Management.

• The overall performance of the finance function, including line management as identified
• A strong focus on effective financial due diligence and identification of financial risks and liabilities.

• Strategic financial planning to support the CEO in the development and implementation of the finance strategy.

• Key decision making of the Trust Board and Executive Board.

• To ensure the effective development, implementation and evaluation of finance policies and procedures, ensuring their consistent and compliant application.
• Embed the principles of a business partnership approach with Heads of Department to ensure proactive and effective finance support across the organisation.
• Network with other peer organisations to keep up to date to support role and function development.
• Identify needs and opportunities to improve the finance function and service in conjunction with other Senior Management colleagues.
• Communicate, present and provide information to the Board of Trustees and Governors.
• Network with other peer organisations to keep up to date with systems, processes, and best practice – in particular, with Charity auditors, legal partners and all financial authorities as required.
• Ensure own continuous personal development.
• Attend Management, Committee and Board meetings as required.

Manage the processing and recording of all financial transactions.

• Processing of sales, purchase, cash book and journal transactions.
• Ensuring appropriate checks and balances are in place to mitigate the risk of error and fraud.
• Ensure all accounts are reconciled, documented, and signed off in a planned and timely manner in accordance with agreed timetable.
• Ensure the monthly processing and payment of payroll in accordance with Charity policies and timetable.
• Continually monitor financial systems and processes to identify improvements or efficiencies as part of a continuous improvement plan.
• Closely liaise with all local authority and other finders including the department of education.
• Work to agree annual increases with all local authorities, whilst achieving the best possible value for each commissioned contract.
• Liaise closely with Head of Fundraising, Capital Projects Officer and Monitoring Officer, to be sure all bid/grant applications are financially compliant with organisational needs, and maximise opportunity for the Charity.

Prepare the management accounts and financial performance information.

• Produce the monthly management accounts and monthly reports, in a timely, accurate and consistent manner – and presented in a way as requested by Trustees.
• Prepare weekly and monthly cash forecasts and manage the investment of monies in short and medium-term accounts.
• Liaise and work closely with the CEO in the compilation of all management reporting.
• External interface with banks, auditors, pension funds and others.

Prepare and control the annual budgeting and forecasting process.

• Prepare timetable templates and guidelines for the annual budgeting process and lead the quarterly forecast process.
• Co-ordinate, coach and support all budget-holders and managers in delivering budgets and forecasts as required.
• Consolidate and evaluate budgets in conjunction with financial strategy.
• Report and present results to Management team, and the Trustees and Governors as needed.

To lead and manage the Finance Team.

• Manage, motivate and lead our small Finance Team, ensuring that all finance employees are being effectively managed, developed and motivated, providing leadership, direction, motivation, clear objectives and meaningful feedback.
• To build and maintain excellent working relationships with other Department Heads, ensuring the provision of a positive and professional service that enables the overall progression of the financial strategy as set by Trustees.

Be responsible for the production of annual statutory accounts.

• Ensure a year end timetable is agreed with external auditors that enables the production and audit of annual accounts.
• Ensure draft statutory reports are prepared with detailed documentation and supporting analysis to assist the external auditors with their work.
• Liaise with external auditors on audit planning, current accounting requirements and audit issues.

Manage quality and assurance controls and audit compliance.

• Establish and maintain a robust controlled environment providing mitigation and minimisation of risks of fraud and error in the books and records of the Charity.
• Establish, maintain and review a suitable system of recording and monitoring internal and external audit recommendations relating to the works of the finance department – oversee and deliver all improvements as required by audit.
• Ensure that appropriate guidance and support is available to ensure high quality customer service is provided to all.
• Ensure all financial activities and reporting are in compliance with financial regulations including the Charity Commission, FCA and Companies House.

Manage Organisational Change.

• Ensure a full understanding of the Charity long-term strategy and management plan, and ensure departmental strategy and priorities are aligned with said plan.
• Oversee all financial aspects of the purchase and procurement of the proposed New Home for Paces.
• Support Trustees, CEO and the Senior Management Team with high level advice on how to secure relevant lending streams to make our Capital Project come to fruition.
• Be well versed in all aspects of VAT issues, with particular reference to the purchase of land and the building of a new Capital Project.
• Maximise VAT rebates where able, here particularly focused on rental of Charity Office and Adult Service space.
• Seek out opportunities for the Charity to maximise, where able, the very best financial returns.
• Manage and direct the financial aspects of capital projects in order for the Charity to move forward.
• Be a positive change champion for the organisation, identifying key impact areas and priorities and supporting change programmes and strategies.
• Communicate Charity strategy to all employees where required and support them in understanding the departmental strategy and implementing change initiatives as required.

• Other Duties.

• Liaise with local authorities as needed.
• Carry out additional duties as required.
• Attend relevant training courses and participate in staff development initiatives to improve knowledge and working practice.
• Attend out of hours functions, meetings or events as required.
• Ensure the principles and values of the Charity are understood and communicated, and report and resolve any concerns in relation to a breach of policy.

Person Specification

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Successful leadership and management experience in a Charity of similar or larger extent.
• Evidence of full compliance with the core principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, leadership.
• The ability to use and interpret complex data to measure, benchmark, evaluate and account for the Charity and School’s financial performance.
• Experience of supporting a Trustee and Governing Body to ensure that they are effective and fulfil their statutory responsibilities concerning School and Charity financial management.
• A clear sense of perspective and a positive ‘can do’ approach.
• Extensive experience of budgeting account management and strategic planning.
• Experience of the leadership and management of change.
• Precise and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven work experience as a Chief Finance Officer, Director of Finance, or similar role.
• ln-depth understanding of cash flow management, bank reconciliation and bookkeeping.

• Hands on experience with budgeting and risk management.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Solid analytical and decision-making skills.
• A positive, visible and approachable role model to others.

Qualifications / Training

• Qualified Accountant.
• A degree or similar level of qualification in accounting, business management or a related discipline.
• A further education related business management qualification.
• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field.
• MSc/MBA or relevant certification (e.g. CFA/CPA would be advantageous).

Work Circumstances

• A flexible approach to required duties.
• A full UK driving licence.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Probation: There will be a probationary period of three months.

Holidays: 25 days holiday a year in addition to relevant public holidays (pro-rata for part time staff).

Hours: 37.5 hours per week which may include evenings or weekends.

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For a qualified accountant looking to further a career in Financial accounting and control, this senior position in the Financial Accounting team of a large charity would be an excellent career step.

With flexible working options and an excellent reputation for developing staff, this organisation offers the successful candidate the chance to grow in an established, growing environment.

Reporting into the Financial Controller, the Financial Accounting Manager will be repsonsible for:

• Developing and maintaining a strong control environment
• Ensuring accuracy in the transactional accounting team
• Producing key reports for the month end management accounts
• Overseeing complex bank and balance sheet reconciliations 
• Working with the FC on the year end process, producing the statutory accounts compliant with Charity SORP
• Working with the auditors (internal and external)
• Building relationships across the organisation, offering solutions to problems and providing support.
• Managing and developing the part-qualified Assistant Financial Accountant and Financial Accountant. 

This role would suit a bright, versatile Financial Accountant coming from a commercial or Not for Profit background, with strong reconciliations experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is a recognized accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA). A background in audit would be advantageous, but is not essential whilst team management expereince and the ability to build relationships is key for success in this position.

For more information, please get in touch with Kate Marriott at Ivy Rock Partners.

Financial Accounting Manager reporting into the Head of Financial Accounting responsible for the preparation of the statutory accounts.

Client Details

The organisation is a large Housing Association based in South East London, which owns and manages 19,000 properties. Over the last few years it has increased its development pipeline seeking to construct 1000 new homes in the next three years and continues to invest into the local area. On top of the housing services it provides, it also works closely with the local community and grass root charities.

Description

The Financial Accounting Manager has the following responsibilities:

• Full responsibility for the review and oversight of accurate recording of accounting entries.
• Responsibility for the production of the Annual Financial Statements.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of the control accounts and company balances.
• Maintain the necessary record, chart of accounts and systems.
• Ensuring adequate internal financial controls are in place and provide assurance that these controls are in place.
• Monitoring financial systems to make sure they are being used correctly and that transactions are being recorded accurately.

Profile

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious qualified accountant with experience of working in the financial function of a complex organisation. You will need the following experience:

Essential:

• Experience in the production of Statutory Accounts and dealing with external audit requirements, with an up to date knowledge of general accounting principles.
• You will be proactive and able to learn, review and develop internal processes and procedures, continuously looking to improve the services and outputs delivered by the team as well as enforcing compliance.
• You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, able to understand a wide range of stakeholder needs and adapt services where necessary.

Desirable:

• Housing or property experience.
• Experience dealing with Oracle finance systems.
• Knowledge of rent and service charge accounting.

Job Offer

£50,000-£53,000, 26 days annual leave and a 19% Employer Pension contribution

Financial Accountant

Working for a national membership Association, this is a fantastic opportunity to join our client's in-house finance team based near Gloucester. The Association delivers a full programme of educational courses and events, in addition produces a range of publications and other resources that contribute to the continuing professional development of veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses.

Financial Accountant Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Finance Manager and working as part of the finance team, the Financial Accountant will support the whole finance function, specifically responsible for monthly reporting, credit control, payroll and employee benefit administration.

Financial Accountant Requirements:

Our client is looking for an individual with a minimum of AAT Level 4 qualification or any other professional finance related qualification. You should also have a minimum of 3 years’ experience of working within a finance team environment.

Proven proficiency and prior experience of an accounting system and a good working knowledge of the whole accounting process including month end, along with the Microsoft Office suite of programmes.

Experience of a credit control process, direct debit management and asset reporting is desirable.

Understanding of the Not for Profit sector would be advantageous, but not an essential requirement.

About our client:

They are a professional membership association which exists to advance care for companion animals. With a membership of more than 10,000 veterinary surgeons, vet nurses and students, they work in the UK and internationally to promote excellence in small animal practice through education and science, by facilitating training, conducting research and developing policy. Each year they deliver numerous education courses, host the largest small animal Congress in Europe, publish books, manuals, apps and magazines.

Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 2AB

Job type: Part time, Permanent, 20 hours per week

Salary: £30,000 to £36,000 per annum pro-rata, depending on qualification and experience

Benefits: include 23 days holiday, contributions towards Group Personal Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance and free parking.

Closing date: 4th December 2020 - If applicants haven’t received a response within 7 days of the closing date then it is to be assumed that they have not been successful with their application.

You may have experience of the following: Financial Accountant, Management Accountant, Commercial Accountant, Qualified Accountant, Finance Manager, ACCA, CIMA, AAT, etc.

Ref: 95545

About the role

We are looking for a methodical and highly analytical Financial Controller to join our Operations team to take full ownership of our financial processes and provide robust and reliable global financial control. You will draw upon your training as a fully qualified accountant to make sure that we are fully financially compliant and have a full set of financial processes for our internal operations across our UK, US and Berlin offices. Working closely with our People Director, COO and CIO, you will have a significant impact on how efficiently we are able to run as an organisation.

You will also work closely with our Deployment team to ensure that our deployment of grants, receipt of donations and raising of funds is completed in the most effective and financially responsible way possible, and your experience handling high-value accounts will give you the rigour and capability you need to thrive in this role.

Reporting to our COO, you will be responsible for:

• Providing financial control and thought leadership across the business with relation to our financial operations

• Management of the day to day finance function

• Implementing scalable financial processes

• Building and maintaining financial models and forecasts on an on-going basis, taking into account our fundraising pipeline

• Undertaking month-end reconciliations across all entities

• Preparing monthly consolidated management accounts

• Leading and owning the audit process for our UK, US and German entities

• Reviewing and approving payments set-up by the Deployments team to charities

• Working across teams to monitor spend and update budget owners of actuals vs variances

• Maintaining payments across all entities using Spendesk

This role is perfect for someone who has:

• Full accountancy qualifications (ACA / ACCA)

• Excellent practical experience working within the finance function of a small to medium sized business, ideally in a fast-paced startup environment

• First class Excel and modelling skills

• Previous experience using Xero

• Strong numerical skills and an ability to translate the needs of the business into financial processes

• A strong sense of dependability and attention to detail, with an excellent attitude towards getting the job done

• Knowledge of charity-sector specific reporting responsibilities is ideal, but a willingness to pick these up is more important

• Strong understanding of reporting and compliance for UK, US and German entities

Why work with us

- Help shape the future of strategic philanthropy

- Join a team of talented, mission-driven individuals

- Generous vacation time to let you recharge and refresh

- 2 days per year charity & civil engagement leave

- Private healthcare through BUPA

And when we're back in offices...

- A well-stocked kitchen with fresh fruit, coffee, tea and healthy snacks

- Discounted gym membership and on-site massages

- Office dogs

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

About Us

Founders Pledge is a charity that brings together a community of entrepreneurs committed to finding and funding solutions to the most pressing global challenges. On joining, every member makes a legally binding pledge to donate a percentage of their personal proceeds to charity when they liquidate shares. Our in-house research and advisory team helps them understand how and where those donations will create the biggest impact based on the latest evidence from the sector.  We facilitate grants to charities around the world on behalf of our members and offer access to a global network of experts, at zero cost.

Since launching in 2015, the Founders Pledge community has collectively pledged more than $3 billion towards social causes. Spanning 30 countries and over 1,500 members, it includes the people behind industry-leading companies including Deepmind, Skype, Spotify, Uber, Farfetch and Planet. Working across our offices in London, New York, San Francisco and Berlin, we are a growing and passionate team committed to empowering entrepreneurs to do immense good.

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

£41,723 per annum

37.5 hours per week

Wakefield Hospice is committed to providing the highest level of symptom management and care for people who have advanced active, progressive and life threatening illness.

The Hospice endorses a holistic approach in promoting quality of life for patients as well as in the continuing support that is offered to families and carers throughout the period of illness and into bereavement.

We are now urgently seeking a Financial Accountant to join the busy and successful Finance Team. We are looking for a committed and dedicated individual to help us manage our operations as we embark on our new exciting ventures.

You will join a fun and vibrant team of talented individuals, with a passion for the work of the Hospice and a desire to provide an exceptional supporter experience.

For more information, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for the role.

Closing date:

23 Dec 2020. We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

To apply:

Applications are subject to DBS enhance check and right to work in the UK. Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we reserve to close this advert before the confirmed closing date when we are in receipt of sufficient application. 

Privacy Policy:

In order to process job applications, Wakefield Hospice collects personal information submitted by applicants. By applying for this role, you are consenting to that processing. All personal information is processed in line with our privacy policy.

Vibrance has an exciting opportunity available for you to join our team as a Financial Internal Auditor based in Bethnal Green, London. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis working 35 hours per week (part time/flexible working arrangements available) and in return, you will receive an attractive salary ranging from £29,297-£31,519 per annum

Vibrance is a medium sized charity operating across London & the Southeast of England, that supports adults with a range of disabilities to live their lives as they wish and to maximise choice and independence.  

About our Financial Internal Auditor role:

You will report directly to the Director of Finance and will support the organisation to ensure that its risk management, governance and internal control processes are operating effectively. This will include providing support to our service managers, undertaking local audits, supporting the development of policies & procedures and working in partnership with our external auditors.

You will maintain the continual development of a system that assesses on behalf of the Audit & Finance Committee corporate governance issues, such as control; and risk exposure. And you will ensure that the function supports organisational performance management and its quality systems as well as according with Legislation and industry codes of best practice. 

You will work in conjunction with the Quality Assurance Department to support the system of continuous improvement and implementation of Vibrance’s policies & procedures. You will work in partnership with the Organisations external financial auditors to ensure that the organisation meets its obligations in regards to the SORP and to support the annual auditing process.

Skills and experience required by our Financial Internal Auditor:

- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of financial systems including payroll
- Ideally a commitment or understanding of working within the not-for-profit sector

In return for your skills, knowledge and experience, you'll enjoy all the support you need to develop a rewarding career, including an opportunity to attend a comprehensive training programme covering core skills, Corporate Induction and continue your professional development. We will also offer our Financial Internal Auditor a range of benefits, including a generous holiday entitlement, a contributory pension scheme and recognition of service awards.

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th November 2020

To join us as our Financial Internal Auditor please apply online with your CV.

Please check your email for confirmation that your application has been received and to follow further instructions if applicable.

My client is a national Charity who specialise in providing care and support to a wide range of people in our communities.

The charity makes a difference by listening and responding to their customers’ needs, helping them to live as independently, happily and healthily as possible, and encouraging social connections.

We are looking to recruit a Financial Accountant into the team to ensure that the overall financial control environment is robust and effective and to manage a small finance team including the income and payroll team

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide overall financial control including month end , year end and all audit requirements
• Continue to improve in the delivery of financial operations and monitoring of costs
• Provide a high quality service to all areas of the business with regards to a payroll and credit control services
• Work with the Finance Director and other SMT to ensure that all financial plans are fully costed and explained to non finance personnel
• Manage a small team
• You will need to be a qualified accountant, well organised in your approach to work and happy to adapt quickly to the changing demands of the charity
  Good communication skills and an awareness of the charitable sector would be highly beneficial

An excellent Financial Controller is sought to join one of the largest dioceses in the Church of England.

This is a complex role and rewarding opportunity to use your skills and experience to influence a diocese that serves 2.4 million people (growing rapidly) with a proactive strategic agenda that has emerged from the needs and opportunities of our communities.  The diocese has over 600 parishes and 281 schools and its strategic agenda includes work on climate, poverty, children and young people, new congregations and much more.

The principal task, supported by an able team, is to oversee the provision of effective financial planning, reporting and transaction processing for all companies and charities reported on by the department.  These have a turnover of about £27 million p.a., investments of about £130m and over 100 staff.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant, with considerable experience in financial and management accounting, ideally within a not for profit organisation. You will be self-motivated and think analytically when maintaining robust financial controls and have staff management experience.

We offer a range of benefits including an on-site café, free parking and an opportunity to work with skilled colleagues in an attractive modern office environment.

Salary:            £52,057 - £56,061 per annum
Hours:            Full-time 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Church House Oxford, Langford Locks, Kidlington, OX5 1GF

Further details, including how to apply, are available on the Diocese of Oxford website

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm on Thursday 10th December

 Interviews will take place on Friday 8th January 2021

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented across the Diocese.

A large grant giving charity in central London are looking for an experiences charity accountant to support their grant-giving teams, ensuring due diligence is observed and charity specific financial regulations are adhered to.

Responsibilities:

• To provide specialist charity finance advice to non-financial colleagues
• To support the assessment of the financial health of grant applicants
• To undertake due diligence in relation to potential charity grantees to ensure grants are awarded effectively and appropriately
• To assist with timely training of non-financial colleagues on financial information relevant to their roles

Requirements:

• A fully qualified or finalist accountant, you must be able to demonstrate you have up to date technical knowledge of a full finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
• Sound knowledge of Charity SORP, Charity Commission Governance and tax regulations relevant to charities
• You must have experience in an accountancy role in the third sector (this can be in-house experience or from auditing registered charities)
• Financial Accounting experience in a grant-making charity is desirable, but not essential.
• Outstanding verbal communication skills and demonstrable experience of working with senior stakeholders
• Experience of working with an integrated finance system (ideally Oracle) and outstanding Excel skills

Please note that this role will interview and start on a remote basis, but this position will be based in Central London once it is safe to do so.

Initial conversations on this role will be happening on a rolling basis, please contact Emma Jaggs at Allen Lane for more information or to apply.

HFT is a national charity that supports more than 3000 people to live with independence, choice, and with all the support they need and provides services to 1000’S more through our projects: Love2MeetU, personalised technology and Family Carer Support.

In response to the changing landscape across the learning disability sector, we have recently developed a new and exciting business strategy, which provides a framework detailing how we run our business support activities, processes and systems across the organisation.

As part of this strategy HFT are looking to recruit a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis based in our Bristol HQ

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new vision and influence and shape the direction of the charity with the wider finance and operational team

In this role you will head up a team of Finance Business Partners who each support one of the trading divisions and are part of a wider team that is fully engaged in helping the organisation to achieve key efficiencies as well as driving cultural change. You will also support the head office directorates through the delivery of analysis and insight in the delivery of financial sustainability

Key responsibilities include:

• To provide high level analysis and interpretation of operational performance, building on trends, analyses and interpretation, highlighting deviations to expected trends, and evaluate potential impact.
• To provide regular re-forecast of financial performance, including balance sheet capital projects and cash flow.
• To develop insight and analysis into financial trends and performance, feeding into the ongoing development of operational and business strategy.
• To develop “what if” and scenario modelling through the creation of an organisation wide modelling tool based on financial, and non-financial parameters, in order to highlight financial and operational risks and opportunities.
• Work closely with the FD, the Exec team and Trustees providing all information re budgets and forecasts, provide the organisation’s long-term financial model and dashboard, and provide the right level of financial assurances

About you:

• Qualified accountant, with experience of financial control, budgeting, forecasting, modelling and financial analysis techniques and excellent IT / MIS skills
• You will need to be a strong leader and be able to manage competing priorities and thrive in a period of change and ambiguity, whilst providing sound support for your team.
• Be self-motivated, resilient and have managed multiple workstreams over a successful career to date
• You will be able to work with the FD, the Exec team and Trustees presenting budgets and re-forecasts, provide the organisation’s long-term financial dashboard, and provide assurances that the charity will continue to be a viable financial going concern into the foreseeable future.
• You will have experience of working in a changing and face paced environment and the ability to react to business needs using initiative and developing creative financial solutions

Up to £55,000 salary for a 35 hour week
Car allowance
Contributory pension scheme
Up to 25 days holiday
Private health cover

My client is a world-renowned organisation and one of the leading brands on the London tourist circuit.

As they look to improve the role and involvement of their finance function in day-to-day decisions and long term strategic direction, they are currently mid-way through an operational review of their back office function.

Key responsibilities:

• Management of the financial plans, budgets and performance reporting.
• Provide Senior Management Team and Trustees with financial information and support they need to make effective decisions.
• Challenge existing assumptions and working practices, taking into account the financial impact, effective use of resources and strategic objectives.
• Engaging in project appraisal and analysis of new initiatives.
• Support and develop team 10 members of staff.

The successful candidate will be fully qualified with a strong academic record. You will already have built up a strong working knowledge of business collaborating and have a track record of managing a team. You will now be looking to make the next step in your career with a strategic input and long term planning element to your role. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential along with the ability to influence and present to senior stakeholders.

Due to the current COVID crisis, this role will be home based for the foreseable future.

Mermaids has been supporting trans and gender diverse children, young people, and their families since 1995. Mermaids has evolved into one of the UK’s leading LGBTQ+ charities, empowering thousands of people with its secure online communities, local community groups, helpline services, web resources, events, legal support, policy and stakeholder engagement and residential weekends. We also seek to educate and inform wider society on gender identity by helping professionals accommodate and reassure gender diverse young people. Over the years, we’ve seen many changes in the language and understanding surrounding gender issues but one thing remains the same: transgender children deserve the freedom and confidence to explore their gender identity wherever their journey takes them, free from fear, isolation and discrimination.

This is both a challenging and exciting time for Mermaids, as we continue to grow. This includes the ongoing rise in demand, and we need to manage that growth as well as fulfilling the support needs of our service users. The Finance Director will be a highly capable accountant bringing strategic financial leadership to all aspects of the role, with clear systematic thinking and previous charity financial management experience. These will be essential to map out and implement the system changes needed to support financial management in an increasingly complex and growing organisation.

Quaggy Development Trust (QDT) is a Charitable Trust organisation based on the borders of Greenwich and Lewisham delivering services through nurseries, children’s centres and a café.

Formed in 2003, we have demonstrated consistent growth, with annual income in excess of £2.2 million, total funds of over £2 million, and 60+ dedicated employees.

We are looking for a fully qualified Finance Director to report to, and work closely with, the Chief Executive and the Board of Trustees.  Responsibilities will include all aspects of financial management, active development and support of organisational strategy, and monitoring systems, controls and grant proposals to secure and maintain the long-term health of the Charity. You will lead the reporting and analysis of all financial information and will develop and implement recommendations aimed at delivering the most cost effective outcomes consistent with the Charity’s constitution.

You must be a fully qualified member of a recognised UK (or equivalent) professional accounting body (defined as CCAB or CIMA). Previous experience in the charity sector would be an advantage but not essential.

The position is part-time, working 1 - 2 days per week. Salary range (based on full-time earnings) is £46,151 to £57,479 per annum. Some evening and occasional Saturday working will be required.

Quaggy Development Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding, and promotes the welfare and confidentiality of all service users. If successful, you will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. All interested applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing date: Monday 4th January 2021

Previous applicants need not apply.