If you want your next role to be with a prestigious international charity who are a household name, in a role with a remit to effect global change, this Finance Controller position might be the right next step in your career.

This is a pivotal role for a large INGO, who are looking for a technically strong financial accountant to lead a high performing team and oversee the financial operations function for the charity, working closely with the Director of Finance on of financial strategy.

The Financial Controller will report to the Director of Finance and will be responsible for overseeing the production of the full statutory accounts for the charity. Leading a team of accountants (two qualified), the Financial Controller will take on global oversight of the financial accounting function. This position will take a lead on implementing and updating controls as necessary across the organisation and will work with a number of regional finance staff to help standardise procedures across international sites.

The ideal candidate will have a strong financial accounting background and will have worked in an international environment. This position would suit a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIFPA) who can confidently manage a team and who has a strong technical skillset, ideally with strong systems knowledge. Good communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels and communicate complex financial information to non-finance partners.

If you are interested in this position, please apply early as applications are being reviewed continuously and this role is likely to be filled before the closing date.

Making the ordinary possible.  That's our day job and it could be yours too.

Are you a qualified accountant and do you passionately want to make an impact in a growing charity and work in a high-performing team? If so, then this could be a role for you!

Ambitious about Autism is the national charity for children and young people with autism. We provide services, raise awareness and understanding, and campaign for change. Through TreeHouse School, The Rise School and Ambitious College we offer specialist education and support.  The organisation is continuing to grow and we are going through a period of exciting change.

This is a key senior role leading on and preparing the statutory annual accounts and ensuring that our financial accounting functions are operating well and that our financial control environment remains strong.  Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Financial Controller will manage a team of three.

The key responsibilities

• Leading and producing the annual statutory accounts for Ambitious about Autism and the Ambitious about Autism Schools Trust, including managing the audit process and being the lead contact with the auditors and resolving any issues they raise.
• Responsibility of the day to day financial operations, by managing the team to ensure processes are being carried out fully and effectively to ensure strong financial control and accurate ledgers.
• Managing our tax affairs, including producing and submitting accurate VAT returns, P11Ds and providing accurate technical advice to colleagues.
• To provide a bespoke Business Partnering service to the IT and Property department and lead the budgeting and forecasting processes for that area, influencing budget holders as necessary to ensure that their financial position is in line with organisational targets.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who enjoys leading and working as part of a high-performing team with an open and collaborative team culture. 

The successful candidate must be a qualified ACA accountant or qualified with experience and knowledge in applying accounting principles. A working knowledge of charity SORP and charity statutory accounting would be an advantage.

In return, we will offer a competitive salary, excellent benefit that including training and development (CPD), 27 days annual leave and an interest free season ticket loan. You can also find a full list of our benefits on the recruitment page

If you have any questions around the role, please contact Stephen Vickers. The closing date is 18th November 2019 (midday). 

The interview will take place on the 27th November.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Financial Controller for a Globally renowned Arts / Dance institution based in East London.

£55,000 salary.

25 days

Job Overview

You will be responsible for the day-day running of the Finance Department for a well known Arts Institution.

As the Financial controller, you will lead and manage a team of 3.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the review & reporting of statutory and management accounts, budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Inform and Influence Strategy, planning and decision making.
• Promote best practise on financial and Tax issues.
• Ensure that all financial systems and processes are efficient and effective
• Ensure the relationship and transactions between the charity and its trading subsidiaries is optimised and compliant with tax requirements.
• Support the Finance Director to deliver quarterly information packs for Finance Committee and Board reporting requirements.
• Up-skill and build financial capability and accountability of budget holders across the organisation by ensuring collaborative working, support for projects, and regular meetings and updates.

Qualifications/experience required

ACCA, CIMA, ACA Qualified

Experience of working within the Charity Sector at a senior level.

What’s on offer?

£55,000 basic Salary

25 days Holiday

A charity are recruiting for an Interim Financial Controller

Your new company
A charity based in Central London.

Your new role
Reporting to the Director of Resources, you will be responsible for managing the smooth running of the finance function. This includes ensuring the continuous improvement of finance systems and processes, the preparation of cashflow forecasts and leading on treasury management.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified Accountant with strong, recent finance management experience within charity.

What you'll get in return
The opportunity to work for a charity that does some great work in a pivotal role.

What you need to do now
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Are you looking to join a leading performing arts organisation as a Financial Controller?

Would leading both the financial and management accounting function in a newly created position be of interest to you?

Do you want to implement changes to show continuous growth in improving policies, procedures and processes?

We're working with a modern performing arts organisation who are going through a period of exciting change and growth and are looking to develop and implement several changes to make the finance function even more commercially aware and effective. As they grow, this newly created Financial Controller role will be critical in providing leadership to the finance function as well as delivering a strong financial support across all areas of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working as a major contributor to all financial strategic planning, operational control and providing accurate statutory reporting as well as acting as the lead on all year-end and audit activity.
• Improving existing financial models across the organisation and implementing change to develop existing processes
• Managing a team of 2 Management Accountants and developing the business partnering function of the finance department
• Reporting to the Finance Director and communicating effectively to all levels across the business to improve communication
• Increasing commercial awareness whilst controlling risk and governance across the department

The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA)
• Have strong post qualified experience of leading on financial reporting
• Be experienced in working with a variety of stakeholders and confidently challenge them
• Ideally have experience of working in a commercially aware charity or arts organisation
• Be a technically strong excel user with the ability to use this when explaining complex financial data
• Have experience in managing staff

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a great working culture, brand new modern offices and progress in your career.

Applications are being reviewed daily so apply now

My client is a world renowned organisation that plays an integral role in London’s cultural scene. At present they are looking to recruit a high calibre finance lead to support a small but capable financial accounting team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing a smooth transition of management, leadership and knowledge following the departure of the current post holder.
• Ensuring all internal and external financial reporting requirements are met in a timely manner.
• Overseeing the early preparation of the year end accounts, including timetable design and liaison with auditors.

To succeed in this role, you will be a qualified accountant with a proven track record in leading technical accounting teams. Matching the ambition of the organisation, you will have an energetic personality, strong communication skills and drive. Although a background in the Not-for-Profit sector would be advantageous, candidates with a genuine passion for the sector are actively encouraged to apply.

- Financial Controller working in the Not for Profit sector.

- Work for a leading Not for Profit that makes a difference to communities UK wide.

Client Details

I have been engaged by a leading UK Not for Profit, located in the heart of London. This organisation have hundreds of programmes running up and down the country and make a difference to thousands every year. They have been shaping UK policy for half a century and continue to lead by example in the sector.

Description

• Ensure all aspects of day to day operations of the Finance function are carried out efficiently and effectively.

• Work closely with the Finance Director to provide a high standard of financial information to senior management, and ensure the timeliness of recording and reporting transactions.

• Identify risks and ensure robust controls and processes are in place and adhered to.

Profile

• Must be a fully qualified accountant.

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills as well as excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

• Must be a commercially minded individual who has a proven track record of improving service delivery in a finance function.

• Previous experience of charity accounting and reporting is preferable

• Experience of managing the preparation of management accounts for an organisation with a turnover of larger than £5 million.

• Must have supervising experience and managing audit and risk.

• Must be an analytical thinker.

Job Offer

£275-£375 depending on experience.

A leading Academy Trust based in Northampton are looking to recruit a Financial Controller as soon as possible.

The main focus of the job will be:

Want to work for a charity with a turnover over £100 million? Do you have proven experience in a financial accounting role and advanced Excel skills? Would you benefit from flexible working hours and the option of working from home? If yes - this could be your next role!

This permanent Assistant Financial Controller is for a large UK charity that supports vulnerable members of society throughout the country. The organisation has an interesting set up with various income streams and offers a highly friendly atmosphere and culture. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with the ambition and drive to become a Financial Controller in a couple of years.

Main responsibilities of the Assistant Financial Controller will be:

• Drive improvements across financial accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness always.
• Prepare drafts of quarterly VAT returns and carry out review of the monthly output and input of VAT ensuring timeliness and accuracy at all times.
• Manage complex and technical VAT queries.
• Deputise for the Financial Controller when necessary.
• Assist the Financial Controller with upcoming projects.
• Manage one highly competent member of staff.
• Coordinate the year end process, audit process and stay up to date with accounting policies.
• Ensure compliance with income tax, VAT and corporation tax.

This permanent Assistant Financial Controller will be based in central London with the option of working from home occasionally and flexible working arrangements. This position could also be offered on a four day a week basis and will report into the Financial Controller. This is a highly technical role and will suit someone with previous exposure to partial exemption.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, or equivalent).
• Have proven financial accounting experience, including assisting in the year end process.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Have advanced Excel skills (including macros).

Although not essential the Hiring Manager is keen to see candidates from an audit background.

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

The opportunity to assist the Financial Controller with ensuring that the charities' financial policies and procedures are followed and updated and improved where possible.

Client Details

The client is a leading London charity battling homelessness with a vision for a future without street sleeping. The finance function within the organisation is passionate, driven and hardworking.

Description

Preparation of draft quarterly VAT returns for review by the Financial Controller

Review of sales invoicing and set up of OA and Pyramid to ensure that VAT is charged and reclaimed

Timely and accurate supply of information to outside advisors to enable drafts of the annual Corporation Tax returns for review by the Financial Controller.

Review the Balance Sheet reconciliations for all Balance Sheet Accounts ensuring that all overs and unders and reconciling items are properly summarised.

Lead in the production of the subsidiary statutory accounts. Be the main contact point for the Association's external auditors on audit deliverables and questions.

Assist with the preparation of the annual consolidated statutory accounts

Profile

The succesful candidate for Assistant Financial Controller will have a strong knowledge of Financial Accounting, and either an ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification.

Job Offer

£50,000 per annum plus pension and working from home.

Are you an experienced Financial Controller/Head of Finance looking for an all-round role? Do you have experience of leading on the year end and producing new policies and procedures? Would you enjoy working for a charitable organisation with a commercial outlook? If so, this may be the job for you!

Robertson Bell Finance are working with a niche not-for-profit organisation who are looking to recruit an Interim Head of Finance to join them for a period of 3-6 months with the opportunity to go permanent following this. Based in Central London, the organisation have expanded heavily in recent years with plans to grow another 50% over the next 5 years.

Reporting into the Director of Finance, the main responsibilities of the role are as follows:

• Lead on the production of the year-end accounts and be the principle point of contact for the auditors.
• Support two key divisional heads of service with financial information and their budgeting and forecasting process.
• Drive through improvements with the policies and procedures in place related to the newly upgraded financial system.
• Manage two part-qualified accountants, focussing on their future development and the general improvement of financial knowledge in the wider organisation.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with experience of working in an operational role. You will have led on the year end process and be comfortable being the go-to person in this area. My client is open to candidates from all sectors although experience of commercial contracts will be beneficial to your application.

You will need to be immediately available or have a short notice period to be considered for this role and please do not delay in applying as applications will be reviewed daily.

Robertson Bell Finance are proud to be working in a retained partnership with the College of Policing in their search for a Financial Accountant based at their Coventry office with the opportunity for home working.

The College of Policing was established in 2012 as the professional body for everyone who works for the police service across England and Wales. Its purpose is to support everyone working in policing to reduce crime and keep people safe. Working in the finance team within the College offers a unique opportunity to blend the benefits of working in a central government organisation with such an important purpose, but one that also has a significant commercial outlook. The Finance team plays a key role in influencing College strategy and facilitating its success. This will only continue to grow in the future, with the continuing the need to ensure value for money for the taxpayer.

Working as part of a 19 (FTE) finance team and reporting into the Financial Controller, this hands-on position is a great opportunity for you to structure your own role whilst helping to shape and develop a strong financial culture within the college. The role is central to the production of the College's draft financial statements and other key aspects of the Annual Report and Accounts, liaising with other areas of the business to obtain and collate content, and co-ordinating the external audit. The role acts as the main contact with the Auditors and ensures that a strong working relationship is built. It ensures that the College's non-current assets are recorded accurately, and that Finance Business Partners have the sufficient information and knowledge to enable effective financial decision making throughout the College.

In applying for this position, it is essential that you are a part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA). The role has broad responsibilities enabling the financial accountant to get out into the business, building relationships across the finance and non-finance teams. As a key player in the finance team, working with the Financial Controller to deliver statutory accounts and leading on the annual audit and will manage a high performing Assistant Accountant. You will need excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to persuade and influence senior stakeholders with confidence. Experience of working to UK government or wider public sector accounting and regulatory requirements would be an advantage but not essential.

Job Overview

Financial Accountant

£40,000 - £46,000

Exceptional Pension and Holiday benefits

My client is seeking a recently qualified Financial Accountant.

This position will report into the Financial Controller.

This role is within the Financial Accounting, Tax & Treasury Team which is part of the University’s Finance Directorate.

Responsibilities

Support with preparation of the year end accounts,

• Review Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable aging at month end (and periodically) and ensure items are actioned
• Ensure AR and AP ledgers reconcile to control accounts at month end
• Weekly cash flow analysis – both forecasting and historical
• Maintenance and reconciliation of the fixed asset register.
• Process the depreciation of fixed assets.
• Production and submission of VAT returns

• Support the Financial Controller in all areas of the year-end: processing adjustments, preparing schedules, ensuring that audit trails exist for all areas, documentation and reporting. Coordinate the Prepared by Client (PBC) list and ensure that all items are completed appropriately, preparing some of them.

Qualifications/experience required

The Successful candidate must be Qualified or finalist.

 ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA

What’s on offer?

£40,000 - £46,000

As the Financial Accountant in this organisation you will lead on the technical accounting functions whilst assisting and reporting directly into the Finance Manager.

Client Details

My client is a world leading international development charity providing aid across the world with the aim to provide education and health care to fight poverty.

Description

• Ensuring the statutory reporting is within government regulations and there is an appropriate financial control environment.

• Develop and maximise the use of the system working alongside the Head of Finance and liaising with the Information Systems Department.

• Maintenance and reconciliation of the fixed asset register.

• Taking the lead on the year end audit process, liaising with external auditors and being the key point of contact for all financial accounting queries.

• Whilst handling the integrity of the financial data, lead and manage the system based accounting service

Profile

You will be a professionally qualified accountant with demonstrable experience of working as a Financial Accountant. This experience includes having been an integral part of year end within a not for profit organisation. In addition to having been exposed to various streams of funding, you will need to have a meticulous and thorough work ethic.

Job Offer

Competitive day rate