The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years and are now active in more than 70 countries. 

The Opportunity

We are transforming our approach to Finance across Plan International developing its impact, effectiveness and how it enables us to be a financially sustainable, commercially astute INGO, in an increasingly challenging economic and sector landscape. In this exciting high-profile position as the Head of Financial Capability you will be fundamental in leading this transformation – working directly to the Executive Director of Finance and IT and in partnership with the Finance senior leadership team across the globe, OD colleagues and National Organisations finance colleagues. It will be central to developing a high performing modern global finance function that is customer focused, provides evidence-based insight and analysis and efficient and effective processes and a strong financial mindset and culture in the wider organisation. Additionally, it will be focussing on transforming the wider organisations financial management skills and capability. 

The Person

With demonstrable understanding and experience of all aspects of finance functions, including Finance professional standards.

A strong communicator and people manager with experience of developing and implementing transformation and culture change. Experience as a trainer and capacity building. Demonstrable influencing experience engaging at all levels including at Board level and with diverse stakeholders. With a positive, can do approach and passion for Finance and continuous improvement.

In-depth experience with development professional schemes (apprenticeships, graduate programmes, CPD programmes) to ensure we grow our own capacity

Type of Role: 1 Year Fixed Term Contract with strong possibility of extension

Location: Global Hub, Woking, Surrey

Salary: Competitive

Reports to: Executive Director of Finance and IT

Closing Date: 16th February 2020

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Please note that only applications and CVs written in English will be accepted.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Child Protection Policy.

As an international child centred community development organisation, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realisation of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk. 

Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.

The Financial Accounting Manager is a key senior figure within the finances with responsibility for the consolidated financial reports for the group.

Client Details

The organisation is one of the largest Housing Associations in the UK and has been growing rapidly over the last few years. The Financial Accounting Manager has a critical role to play in supporting the delivery of this mission, ensuring effective management and control of the organisations resources, production and communication of financial information to all stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

Description

The Financial Accounting & Control Manager, based in London, reports to the Head of Central Finance and has five direct reports - two Financial Accountants (who deputise for the role) and three Finance Officers. The Financial Accounting Team is responsible for the primary ledgers, financial controls, production and reconciliation of the balance sheet, cash flow, VAT/Tax compliance, statutory accounts production and other external reporting. The post holder has responsibility for delivering operational effectiveness and technical compliance in this area.

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:

• Experience in the production of consolidated 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.

• An individual who enjoys a challenge and wishes to work in a high performing finance function, with the ability to develop and motivate a team of people to deliver results.

• Experience of managing a team and getting the best out of team members.

Job Offer

£55,000-65,000 + Additional benefits, working from options and flexible working.

Endeavour is on a journey of development under our new CEO and is looking for a senior finance person with wider business skills to join the senior leadership team and aid in the growth of this exciting Youth Charity. Seeking a fully or part qualified professional who demonstrates extensive financial expertise & business acumen and experience in a leadership role. We are looking for the right person as well as the right skills and experience and hope that this person is someone who can grow and develop with the role as the organisation rebuilds for the future.

Role

To provide financial management of Endeavour’s resources, and ensure all financial legislative requirements are met.

To be an active member of the Senior Management team with responsibility for driving forward the strategic and operational performance of the organisation.

Duties

• To develop & maintain Endeavour’s financial management and accounting systems in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation.
• To oversee the smooth running of daily financial processing, including invoicing, banking and payroll
• To prepare annual accounts and the associated documentation according to Charity and Company law for Endeavour and its trading subsidiary, and liaise with external auditors.
• To ensure the CEO and Board are aware of current legislation and best practice, particularly relating to Charity and SORP regulations.
• To report to the Board regularly on the financial performance of the organisation and to attend the Board of Trustees meetings.
• The forecasting and modelling of short, medium and long term resources, risks and opportunities.
• To complete and submit all appropriate financial returns (e.g. HMRC, Charities Commission, Companies House etc.) as and when required.
• To be responsible for the production of management accounts, cash flows and financial reports, including those requested by funding bodies.
• To manage the day-to-day activities and ongoing development of the Finance Officer.
• To prepare the financial elements of funding bids, and contribute to other elements as appropriate including reporitng and evidencing of spend.
• To ensure Endeavour maximises its income by promoting Giftaid, and applying Charity VAT reliefs where appropriate.
• To increase financial awareness within the organisation and develop financial and budgeting skills of colleagues.
• To work closely with other members of the senior management team to ensure all activities are aligned with Endeavour’s organisational goals and mission.
• To act as Company Secretary and ensure all legislative requirements of Companies House and the Charity Commission are adhered to.
• Attend staff meetings and other meetings as appropriately required.
• Adhere to protocols for safe working, data protection and confidentiality requirements.
• Take an active part in the runing and development of the organisation as part of the Senior Managemnt Team
• Carry out any other reasonable duties within the function commensurate with the level of responsibilities of the post

Qualifications and Experience:

• The ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure, prioritising workload to achieve deadlines
• Knowledge of financial processes and procedures, including budgeting, cash flows and production of management accounts
• Knowledge of Charity financial reporting requirements and legislation, including SORP requirements, Giftaid and charity VAT reliefs
• Experience of producing Annual Accounts and returns for Companies House and the Charity Commission.
• Experience of payroll processing, including auto-enrolment pensions
• Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA), industry with ideally some charity experience,
• Senior management and leadership experience, ideally a minimum of three years
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Understanding and management of risks and issues
• Development of robust strategic development plans
• Empathy with the needs of young people and, ideally, experience of working in or with the voluntary sector
• Experience of promoting equality of opportunity in the workplace
• Clean driving licence

Skills:

• Strong financial planning, forecasting and modelling skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a broad range of stakeholders including auditors and Board members
• Being able to envision a strategic overview beyond financial considerations
• Ability to determine priorities and targets and how to achieve them
• Resilience, tenacity and strong influencing skills
• Excellent collaborative worker
• Self-starter, able to work alone
• Confident user of Excel, Word and accounting and banking software
• Understanding of the needs and working practices of differing organisations

• A flexible approach to work including willingness to take on tasks outside the normal remit
• A positive “can do” attitude

We are looking for a part-time Finance Director, based in our office in London, overseeing the work of the Finance Officer in a newly restructured department.

Making Music is the UK association for leisure-time music, with a membership of 3,700+ music groups, comprising around 200,000 hobby musicians. We support members with practical services to help them run their groups, and with artistic development opportunities; we run meetings and events for them; we celebrate their achievements and speak on their behalf to partners and policy makers.

The Finance Director post is an integral part of the charity’s senior management team, working closely with the Chief Executive and the senior management team, helping us shape the strategy for this thriving charity and ensuring it has the financial systems and resources to deliver that strategy.

The role will line-manage the (4dpw) Finance Officer who runs the day to day financial accounting processes.

Making Music is seeking to appoint a qualified (ACA or ACCA) accountant with experience in a senior financial management role and of managing a finance operation and finance staff.

We are looking for a team player with excellent communication skills, with recent experience with Sage and Quickbooks software, and with experience of managing charity accounts, including charitable groups, and preparing accounts in accordance with SORP guidelines.

This post is for 2 days a week (15 hrs) and can be worked flexibly. Salary £45k pro rata (=£18k a year for 2 days per week).

We warmly welcome applications from all sectors of the community and all kinds of individuals. Please let us know if you need this job information - or would like to apply for the job - in a different format.

Please download the job information and apply with your CV and a letter by 8am on Monday 27 January 2020. Interviews will be on Thursday 30 January in London. You will hear by 5pm on Tuesday 28 January if we would like to interview you.

Our client is a world leading performance venue dedicated to providing an inspiring and memorable experience. Having adopted a diverse and open approach, this distinguished client strives to ensure the greatest degree of accessibility to the arts.

Job responsibilities include:

• Supervising the monthly close process, including the preparation of a monthly balance sheet
• Reviewing purchase ledger BACS listings on a regular basis
• Creating and presenting reports including Treasury, Debtors and Balance sheet reports
• Contributing to the improvement of processes to enhance efficiency
• Preparing pensions reconciliations
• Supporting the Financial Controller in busy periods or in their absence
• Managing and developing the Assistant Financial Accountant

The ideal candidate for this role will possess the following attributes; CCAB qualified with knowledge of current UK GAAP; experience working in a fast-paced finance team; brilliant technical accounting proficiency; exceptional organisation and attention to detail; and the confidence to suggest new and innovative ways of working to support the consistent modernisation of the finance structure.

The successful Finance Officer will be part of a close knit team where you will be playing an important part in their aim to make changes in the team and improve processes.

This position will give you the opportunity to get involved with other areas of accounting and gain exposure to help further your career in finance.

Client Details

The organisation is a small charity which a very good cause, providing care and support to children.

They are based in London and are a great organisation to work for.

Description

The key responsibilities of the Finance Officer role are to:

• Manage the purchase ledger, process invoices on Sage 50 and handling staffing expenses
• Manage the sales ledger
• Maintain the payroll, working closely with HR, processing the journals onto Sage 50
• Reconcile control accounts monthly up to trial balance
• Maintain VAT records
• Carry out bank reconciliations
• Assist with the budgets

Profile

The successful Finance Officer will have experience in a finance department and will have worked in a role where you have covered the purchase and sales ledger. Experience with VAT returns and Payroll would be highly desirable.

You will be someone who can work on their own initiative, has the confidence to question how things are done and seek to make improvements to the processes currently in place.

You will have a desire to gain more experience in finance and take on extra responsibilities.

You will be a very proficient user of Excel spreadsheets and you will have a proactive approach to your work.

Job Offer

In addition to the salary, you receive a great pension, flexible working, 27 days holiday not including bank holidays, plus additional benefits available.

Are you looking for a role in which you can apply your technical ability and desire for accuracy in financial information alongside your love of systems and modernisation? Do you take a holistic view of finance and enjoy liaising with other departments to make sure you're getting the most out of your colleagues? Do you want to work in a modern, lively culture where you are a valued and supported member of a fun team?

My client is a West London organisation that is renowned for its welcoming and modern culture. They are currently looking for a Financial Accountant to join their team. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the key responsibilities include:

• Lead on the production of statutory accounts and ensure compliance with all reporting standards and regulations
• Take full responsibility for the balance sheet and provide scrutiny and accuracy over data
• Liaise closely with the wider business to ensure timely and relevant data is received for inclusion in the accounts
• Provide some high level data analysis and produce reports used to influence senior leadership strategy
• Own the Capital Accounting function, contribute to a smooth month end process, as well as oversee the finance systems and isolate opportunities to improve procedures and provide an increasingly high quality service.

The Financial Accountant will join a motivated and upbeat Finance team which likes to work highly collaboratively. The offices are bright and modern, and there is a flexible culture that genuinely respects individual requirements and commitments outside of work.

This would be an excellent role for someone looking to make their first move from practice post qualifying and candidates of that profile are strongly encouraged to apply. Similarly, those already with industry experience who are looking for a new challenge will find much of interest in working for an organisation with such impressive Development and Growth plans.

To be considered, please meet these criteria:

• Be fully qualified (candidates with exceptional experience who are at finalist level may also be considered)
• Be energetic and hungry to learn the inner workings of the finance department of a complex organisation
• Have a keen eye for detail, an aptitude for finance systems, and the interpersonal skills to build relationships outside of finance.

Applications are under regular review - apply now to be considered.

Are you seeking a Financial Accounting role within a £100m turnover organisation? Would you enjoy being a part of a high performing team? Are you a newly qualified Accountant now keen to gain experience in the charity sector? If yes - this could be your next role!

Reporting into the Head of Financial Accounts this permanent Financial Accountant role based in central London will offer a great challenge for a newly qualified Accountant working within one of the most prestigious brand names in the charity sector.

Main responsibilities of the Financial Accountant will be:

• Manage the year end process, working closely with the Head of Financial Accounts.
• Prepare corporation tax calculations and act as one of the main points of contacts for any VAT related queries.
• Provide analysis and closely monitor audit adjustments.
• Write commentary for balance sheet reviews to support the monthly management accounts.
• Manage cash flow reporting on a weekly basis and carry out reviews of balance sheet reconciliations and journals.
• Oversee the accurate and timely documentation of financial procedures and processes.
• Oversee cash flow monitoring and forecasting and ensure effective treasury management is maintained at all times.
• Deputise for the Head of Financial Accounts when necessary.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant ideally with experience in audit. Additionally, this position requires someone to have experience handling and analysing large volumes of data. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to make their first move into a role in industry.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, or equivalent).
• Have proven financial accounts experience.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Be technically sound.
• Have strong system skills including advanced levels of Excel.

Knowledge of charity SORP from time in audit is preferred but not essential.

If you feel this post could be of interest to you then please do not delay in applying.

Are you seeking a Financial Accounting role within a £100m turnover organisation? Would you enjoy being a part of a high performing team? Are you a newly qualified Accountant now keen to gain experience in the charity sector? If yes - this could be your next role!

Reporting into the Head of Financial Accounts this permanent Financial Accountant role based in central London will offer a great challenge for a newly qualified Accountant working within one of the most prestigious brand names in the charity sector.

Main responsibilities of the Financial Accountant will be:

• Manage the year end process, working closely with the Head of Financial Accounts.
• Prepare corporation tax calculations and act as one of the main points of contacts for any VAT related queries.
• Provide analysis and closely monitor audit adjustments.
• Write commentary for balance sheet reviews to support the monthly management accounts.
• Manage cash flow reporting on a weekly basis and carry out reviews of balance sheet reconciliations and journals.
• Oversee the accurate and timely documentation of financial procedures and processes.
• Oversee cash flow monitoring and forecasting and ensure effective treasury management is maintained at all times.
• Deputise for the Head of Financial Accounts when necessary.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant ideally with experience in audit. Additionally, this position requires someone to have experience handling and analysing large volumes of data. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to make their first move into a role in industry.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, or equivalent).
• Have proven financial accounts experience.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Be technically sound.
• Have strong system skills including advanced levels of Excel.

Knowledge of charity SORP from time in audit is preferred but not essential.

If you feel this post could be of interest to you then please do not delay in applying.

Package includes 33 days’ annual leave per annum pro rata inclusive of public and bank holidays, health care plan, contributory pension, life assurance, relocation allowance and professional subscriptions by negotiation.

Are you passionate about seeing transformation in the lives of young people?

We are looking for a qualified accountant who wants to put their Christian faith into practice to lead our ambitious charity to grow and develop, maximising opportunities to diversify our income streams so we can deliver more mission.

YMCA Norfolk is a forward-thinking Christian faith-based charity delivering prevention and crisis support across housing, youth work, education, family and community support services.

We are seeking a strategic thinker with great people and financial management skills who has experience of working in a finance-related role at a senior management level, with experience in commercial and/or social housing sectors desirable, but not essential.

Along with the rest of the senior management team, you will live out and enhance the Christian ethos of the organisation. You will take the lead on strategic financial and business planning, as well as governance as Company Secretary. You will also provide strategic oversight for ICT and GDPR.

Due to the nature and context of this role, an occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010 applies, therefore applicants will be expected to be able to demonstrate their active Christian faith.

For further details and to apply, please download an application form from our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 9am on Monday, 3rd February 2020.
Interview date: Wednesday, 12th February 2020.

YMCA Norfolk welcomes applications that reflect the diversity of the communities within which it works.

YMCA Norfolk is a Registered Charity No. 801606, Company No. 2067523.

Horatio’s Garden charity is looking to appoint an experienced charity Finance Director to its growing, committed and friendly team. We are looking for a dynamic, fully qualified accountant who can bring outstanding financial management skills and experience from the charitable sector.

Based at the charity’s head office in Salisbury you will become part of the Senior Management team and develop the finance department to meet the needs of the growing charity. You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time and the role has great scope to help the team to further improve the lives of people affected by spinal injuries all over the UK. The charity currently has four gardens open, one in construction, one in capital appeal and one in planning. The vision is to have thriving Horatio’s Gardens in all the UK’s eleven spinal injury centres.

The role is for 2/3 days a week. Remuneration dependent on experience.

The main responsibilities will be:

• Providing the financial secretariat to the Board of Trustees
• Supporting the team managers with reliable and timely financial information and analysis
• Working with the senior management team contributing to the strategic planning and financial management of the charity
• Developing the financial systems and procedures
• Setting and implement budgets and financial plans
• Management of the year-end audit process and preparation of annual statutory accounts compliant with the regulations for registered charities
• Managing the financial team and ensuring the correct skill set and resources are employed 
• Maintaining and developing the charity’s finance procedures, controls and policies
• Ensuring that the charity meets all financial, legal and statutory requirements
• Responsibility for VAT for the charity and trading company 
• Monitoring and controlling cost-effectiveness to ensure value for money. 
• Overseeing charity’s IT provision 
• Ensuring the organisation is fully and appropriately insured
• Making sure financial archives are appropriately retained and stored
• Communicating effectively with team on a regular basis ensuring information is clear, accurate and timely 
• Promote and adhere to the organisation’s culture and values.
• Maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Undertaking any other task commensurate with the job purpose, or allocated by the trustees on an ad hoc or continuing basis to ensure that all financial functions of the charity are performed 

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential requirements:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent 
• Fully qualified with a recognised accountancy body 
• Extensive experience in charity finance and accounting practices to senior level
• Experience of providing financial overview to boards and executive committees 
• Exceptional levels of integrity and professional judgement. 
• A proven track record of managing a team and supporting colleagues
• Ability and skills to be hands on when required
• Outstanding IT competency and experience of wide range of IT based systems  
• Previous responsibility for managing VAT, PAYE and NIC 
• Ability to take initiative with creative thinking to develop systems to meet the evolving needs of the team
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Patience and great people skills to give clear financial support to office and operational staff
• Ability to present in a professional manner
• Proficient in use of ICT, MS Office (including strong excel skills) and knowledge of Sage Business Accounting and Sage Payroll
• A commitment to deliver to individual and organisational targets. 
• Commitment to continuous improvement including own professional development. 
• Willingness to be flexible and dynamic as the organisation needs change.

Due to the nature of this post it is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), criminal records check.

Please apply with a covering letter and CV by 30th January 2020

About us

Christian Aid believes in life before death, working for and with people of all faiths and none.

Founded in 1945, Christian Aid is an agency of the churches in Britain and Ireland mandated to work on relief, development and advocacy for poverty eradication. Poverty is an outrage against humanity. It robs people of dignity, of freedom and hope, of power over their own lives. Christian Aid has a vision - an end to poverty - and believes that this vision can become a reality. A complex international organisation, we have an income in excess of £100m and work in 37 countries, supporting poor and marginalised people to lift themselves out of poverty. We do this by tackling both the causes and the symptoms of poverty so that everyone can achieve equality, dignity and freedom.

About the role

We are now seeking to appoint to the newly expanded post of Financial Controller. Reporting to our Chief Financial Officer, you will lead the financial control agenda and play a key role in setting the strategy and direction of the finance function globally, as we embark on a period of sustained growth.

Key responsibilities will include:

-Delivering robust internal controls that safeguard Christian Aid assets including: general ledger integrity, right first time accounting, minimum control testing, financial policies and procedures.

-Developing a high performance team to deliver best in class: purchase to pay, income management, record to report, and treasury management.

-Management and delivery of Christian Aid's statutory and legislative reporting requirements including: Statutory accounts, tax, external government reporting, submissions to the Trustees and management of the external audit, in line with the year end timetable.

-Leading the delivery of a significantly accelerated month end close

About you

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant who wants to use their knowledge and experience to help us achieve our vision to end poverty. The candidate will have a track record of achievement in senior finance roles in a complex organisation, with the ability to work with multiple finance systems and preferably with international experience. You will be an energetic, visible, inspiring and resilient leader, sharing our passion for social justice and championing the difference that strong financial management can make to our front-line activities.

Further information

This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Christian Aid is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment for every person connected to the work we do; and to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour including sexual harassment and exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. Any candidate offered a job with Christian Aid is expected to share and demonstrate our values, and adhere to Christian Aid's Safeguarding policy and sign Christian Aid's Code of Conduct.

• Great and unique opportunity to join this exciting conservation charity.
• Strategic role to add commercial value and lead on all aspects of finance.

About Our Client

Every day TCV works across the UK to create healthier and happier communities for everyone - communities where our activities have a lasting impact on people's health, prospects and outdoor places.

We recognise that each community and the people living there have different needs. Whether improving wellbeing, conserving a well-loved outdoor space or bringing people together to promote social cohesion and combat loneliness, TCV works together with communities to deliver practical solutions to the real life challenges they face.

For 60 years we have adapted our work with volunteers to reflect the changing needs of communities in the UK and, by giving people a sense of purpose and belonging, we have empowered them to take control of their lives and outdoor spaces for the benefit of all.

Whilst our activities vary, our inclusive approach has remained consistent; bringing people and places together to create happy, healthy and connected communities for everyone.

Job Description

As Finance Director you will provide strategic support to the CEO and input to the Board, whilst ensuring the organisation's financial systems are robust, compliant and support current activities and future growth.

As Finance Director you will a key part of the TCV Leadership Team which is responsible for delivering TCV's strategy.

You will have overall responsibility for the organisation's financial planning, monitoring and performance and advises the Board, Chief Executive and Leadership Team on financial matters in support of TCV's work to connect people and green spaces.

Key ares of delivery will include:

• Lead the financial planning, monitoring and performance to advise and report to the Board, Chief Executive and Leadership Team on all financial matters, including financial controls, investments, reserves, forecasting, and systems.
• Business development - responsible for overseeing the income generation pipeline process and accountable for preparing the monthly position summary.
• Lead the production of the Annual Statutory Report and Accounts, notes, supporting schedules and audit files.
• Recommend changes to the CEO that will improve TCV's financial performance and financial controls by reviewing accounting procedures and processes.
• Oversee compliance and reporting to HM Revenue and Customs for tax and VAT.
• Fulfil the role of Company Secretary, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance and accurate reporting to Companies House and the Charity Commission.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships such as the bank, auditors, insurance brokers and those not directly linked such as key funders/supporters.
• Lead on the annual budget planning process, including trend and budget analysis.
• Ensure accounting practices comply with relevant accounting standards and group procedures are followed.
• Attend Audit and Risk Committee meetings and liaise with the ARC Chair regarding financial controls, audits and ad hoc issues.
• Lead the Head of IT to oversee TCV's IT and Risk & Compliance functions.
• Lead the Payroll and Property functions.
• Ensure TCV has adequate insurance cover managing and considering the balance of cost and quality of the annual insurance renewals.
• Be the organisational lead for the TCV fleet.

The Successful Applicant

Successful candidates will need to be able to demonstrate the following experience:

• Experience of working in a finance and audit environment, for a large organisation.
• Experience of leading and developing teams
• Hold an accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA or ACCA)
• A track record of preparing statutory accounts, management accounts, and other financial reports.
• Ability to analyse complex issues and to produce practical solutions.
• Experience of working with teams outside of core finance, preferably including leadership team level.
• Regular travel across the UK will be required (Head office is based in Doncaster)

Core Skills and Knowledge

• Communicating Effectively - Understands and manages the emotional impact of messages powerfully and appropriately. Is able to articulate highly complex concepts to others in a meaningful and relevant way. Is a role model, creating positive personal impact and employee engagement.
• Delivering Results - Role models leadership and understands how people deliver value to the organisation and how to maximise that value. Identifies, prioritises and develops the people capabilities needed to deliver the business strategy. Creates an environment in which recognising and developing talent is seen as a fundamental to managing the business. Has a high level of self awareness and a significant positive impact on others.
• Working effectively as One Team - Knows and understands the overall operating model for the business to leverage performance and maximise business results and customer satisfaction. Works together with peers to share knowledge, challenge appropriately and deliver leadership excellence.
• Understanding TCV and the Strategy - Has a thorough understanding of TCV's strategy, understands the complexity, diversity, strengths and weaknesses of TCV and how to leverage the organisation and resources in order to deliver strategic goals.
• Building Effective Relationships - Is able to lead strategically significant negotiations and relationships on behalf of TCV, and deliver the best outcomes for the organisation, beneficiaries, stakeholders and volunteers.
• Managing Change and Innovation - Drives and defines transformational change to achieve strategic objectives and sets out a clear business case and vision for change that inspires and engages others. Creates a culture in which creativity is actively encouraged by leaders. Leads by example and role models innovation by constantly striving to improve our customer and volunteer experience.
• Valuing Diversity and Integrity - Works continuously to improve working practices to ensure fairness, inclusion and respect. Ensures diverse experiences are used fully in developing new opportunities. Embraces and champions TCV values and ethical standards with integrity and is recognised as a direct and truthful leader.
• Leading People and Building Talent & Capability - Role models leadership and understands how people deliver value to the organisation and how to maximise that value. Identifies, prioritises and develops the people capabilities needed to deliver the business strategy. Creates an environment in which recognising and developing talent is seen as a fundamental to managing the business.

What's on Offer

The package on offer for the successful Finance Director candidate is as follows:

• Salary £62,400- £65,000 per annum depending upon relevant experience
• Car or £5000 car allowance
• Private Medical Insurance
• 31 days annual leave plus bank 8 bank holidays
• 5% Employer pension contribution
• Life assurance (x2 annual salary)

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

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We are working with a nationally recognised arts charity, renowned for both their breath-taking productions and outreach work. Currently going through a finance transformation project, this is a very exciting time to join as you will be part of an established charity with fresh ideas.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Assisting with month end processes by processing various income and expenditure items including their reconciliation
• Preparing balance sheet accounts reconciliations on a monthly basis
• Preparing and submitting the quarterly VAT and withholding tax returns
• Overall responsibility for all capital expenditure including budgets, maintaining the fixed asset register and posting monthly depreciation
• Assisting with the preparation of the statutory accounts including auditors lead schedules
• Preparing the monthly cashflow
• To challenge financial processes and work with the HOF to improve the control environment in the organisation

To be the right person for this role, you will have had experience of different accounting cycles, you will be methodical with strong problem solving capabilities. Your excel skills will be excellent and you will be a part qualified finance professional seeking to qualify.

Interviews are being scheduled as applications come in, so apply now or contact Emma at Allen Lane to find out more.