Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent violent conflict and build safer lives.

Saferworld has undergone rapid change in the last 6 years, over doubling in size, and our global finance team has expanded to fit this new challenge. We have recently completed the introduction of a global financial system and are funded by a range of donor contracts from governments, the EC, trusts and other entities. 

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller to develop and work with our London and global teams, play a central role in developing procedures and systems, and advance effective financial management performance across the organisation.

Are you ACA or ACCA qualified with experience in the charity sector? Are you keen to play a critical role within finance for an international organisation? Would you be confident leading on statutory accounts duties and do you enjoy improving systems and processes? If yes, please read on!

Robertson Bell are proud to be partnering with an inspirational and well established international charity whilst they recruit for a new and permanent Financial Controller. Due to COVID- 19 this charity has recently secured a significant increase in funding and its services are now needed across the world more than ever before. This is a varied position and will report straight into the Director of Finance.

The key responsibilities will be:

* Oversee and lead on the implementation of a new system.
* Work closely with overseas finance representatives providing sound support and advice at all times.
* Ensure regular reports are submitted, including all relevant management information and donor reports.
* Assist with the drafting of statutory financial statements, annual returns and liaise with auditors.
* Lead on business partnering across the organisation ensuring finance is seen as an approachable department.
* Review funding proposals and liaise with major Donors.
* Act as the main point of contact for any VAT or taxation queries.
* Prepare monthly management accounts and cash flow forecasts.
* Monitor and implement general statutory requirements.
* Assess suitability and effectiveness of financial controls.

This is an exciting time to join a growing organisation and is a brilliant opportunity for someone to progress their career within the international development sector. To be considered candidates must have prior experience of the charity sector whether in industry or practice and must be qualified. This role will be based in their central London office.

The successful candidate will:

* Be a qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA preferred).
* Have charity experience (ideally within international development).
* Have a strong knowledge of statutory and regulatory environment for UK charities.
* Have strong analysis and report-writing skills
* Have excellent communication skills.
* Have strong system skills.

Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application now to be considered!

Are you a part qualified or fully qualified finance professional with a desire to develop your career in financial control and account preparation?

At St mungo’s we have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Financial Controller to join the Finance team, working to ensure St Mungo’s maintains a high standard of financial control as this is fundamental in ensuring our resources reach those who most need our help.

About the role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Management of the cashier. Including credit cards, petty cash, loans, deposits and banking arrangements.
• Monthly balance sheet and cash flow reporting to the Leadership, Executive and Board identifying key financial drivers and risks.
• Support in preparation of the annual statutory accounts for the group and ownership of accounts preparation for a number of subsidiaries.
• Preparation of VAT and Corporation Tax returns including liaising with external advisors.
• Administrative management of the finance systems. 
• Reviewing financial policies and procedures to ensure they remain up to date and reflect latest regulations and best practice.

Our controls support front line staff in delivering outstanding services to support clients in their recovery.

What we’re looking for

The successful candidate will:

• Be CCAB part qualified (or equivalent) and will have worked within a financial control environment before
• Have experience of line management although this may be in a peer role.  You will be keen to develop the skills of those around you.
• Have experience of using finance software to interpret financial performance and strong data analytical skills. Your enquiring mind will mean you question data and information you are given. You will have good Excel skills which you can use to prepare clear data analytics with an eye for detail.
• Be happy working under pressure and to tight deadlines.

If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and drive that we are looking for, and a passion for working for a charity that makes a real difference to the lives of homeless people, we would love to hear from you.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities

St Mungo’s employees are encouraged to consider opportunities to develop new skills or progress including; secondments, internal transfers, application to new roles in the organisation or just to get involved in various projects happening within the organisation.

As a result last year 35% of our vacancies were filled by promotions. In 2019 we achieved We Invest in People Gold level accreditation and are one of just 3% of housing associations to achieve this standard; 82% of staff who took part in the IIP survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.

• A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place

At St Mungo’s, equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 7 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves. Our Networks include: BAME, Carer’s and Parent’s, Lived Experience, LGBTQIA+, Disability Awareness, Irish and Women’s Action.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) applicants, as they are under-represented within St Mungo’s at more senior levels.

• Flexible Working and Other Benefits

We are committed to maintaining your work/life balance. We offer 25 days annual leave, and operate a very popular Flexi Time scheme, which allows you to supplement your annual leave entitlement. After 5 years, staff annual leave entitlement increases to 28 days.

St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.

What we do

At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 we supported nearly 30,000 people who were either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.

How to apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the document available tab at the top of the advert page on our website.

Closing date: 10am Wednesday 17 June 2020

Interview and assessments on: tbc

Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.

Financial Accountant, up to £44500 + Benefits (Maternity Cover) London

For a large membership organisation and professional body in the UK and internationally, we're recruiting a Financial Accountant to lead the management and financial accounting aspects of their charitable subsidiary foundation. This role is key in preparing their statutory accounts, management accounts, budgets and forecasting. The Financial Accountant will also work on wider Group entity accounts in reviewing monthly reconciliations, balance sheet accounts and all fixed asset registers. The Financial Accountant role will be for a period of 11 months to cover maternity leave and will manage one Assistant Financial Accountant.

Main Duties:

• Develop and maintain year-end analysis and reports in accordance with statutory SORP
• Improve and develop financial business processes and financial reporting
• Review balance sheet reconciliations for all Group entities, performing reconciliations on high risk areas
• Manage year-end process for the foundation, ensuring all audit deliverables are hit and act as main contact for external auditors
• Contribute to the production of statutory accounts and year end and interim audits; Trade Union and Charity Commission returns
• Ensure all accounting records and VAT are compliant
• Manage the Group fixed asset registers including additions, disposals and depreciation
• Ensure year end timetables are communicated effectively
• Manage the foundation month-end process including first review and analysis of reconciliations; Working with the foundation to ensure financial reports reconcile; Management and review of all investment assets including income, gains and losses; Management and review of all reserve accounts
• Prepare monthly management reports, budgets and forecasts for the foundation; Develop management accounting including budgeting, forecasting and reporting
• Manage the Assistant Financial Accountant

Person Specification:

• CCAB qualified with up to date knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102) and SORP
• Excellent knowledge of VAT and experience of producing/ auditing SORP statutory accounts
• Experience in the full year-end process and of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Experience of maintaining accurate and current fixed asset register
• Experience of monthly management accounts
• Experience of staff management

Please note:

The deadline for CV applications is ^{11th May 2020 and interviews will be held on 15th May 2020} (remotely due to Covid-19)

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Financial Accountant, up to £48,000 + Benefits (Maternity Cover) London

For a large membership organisation and professional body in the UK and internationally, we're recruiting a Financial Accountant to lead the management and financial accounting aspects of their charitable subsidiary foundation. This role is key in preparing their statutory accounts, management accounts, budgets and forecasting. The Financial Accountant will also work on wider Group entity accounts in reviewing monthly reconciliations, balance sheet accounts and all fixed asset registers. The Financial Accountant role will be for a period of 11 months to cover maternity leave and will manage one Assistant Financial Accountant.

Main Duties:

• Develop and maintain year-end analysis and reports in accordance with statutory SORP
• Improve and develop financial business processes and financial reporting
• Review balance sheet reconciliations for all Group entities, performing reconciliations on high risk areas
• Manage year-end process for the foundation, ensuring all audit deliverables are hit and act as main contact for external auditors
• Contribute to the production of statutory accounts and year end and interim audits; Trade Union and Charity Commission returns
• Ensure all accounting records and VAT are compliant
• Manage the Group fixed asset registers including additions, disposals and depreciation
• Ensure year end timetables are communicated effectively
• Manage the foundation month-end process including first review and analysis of reconciliations; Working with the foundation to ensure financial reports reconcile; Management and review of all investment assets including income, gains and losses; Management and review of all reserve accounts
• Prepare monthly management reports, budgets and forecasts for the foundation; Develop management accounting including budgeting, forecasting and reporting
• Manage the Assistant Financial Accountant

Person Specification:

• CCAB qualified with up to date knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102) and SORP
• Excellent knowledge of VAT and experience of producing/ auditing SORP statutory accounts
• Experience in the full year-end process and of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Experience of maintaining accurate and current fixed asset register
• Experience of monthly management accounts
• Experience of staff management

Please note:

The deadline for CV applications is 15^th April and interviews will be on the 27^th and 28^th of April (remotely due to Covid-19)

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Cuckoo Hall Academy Trust (CHAT Academies) are currently recruiting for a Permanent Finance Director.

CHAT Academies, established in 2010 runs 5 Academies in North London, educating around 2,200 pupils with growth plans to 3,000 by 2022.

The role is based close to Edmonton and Ponders End stations.

The role has come about due to the incumbent Finance Director retiring. The Finance Director will retire once the new Finance Director has started and a sufficient handover has taken place.

With the flexibility here, applicants on up to 3 month's notice will be welcomed.

The role will suit a Qualified Accountant with a SAT / MAT background who has either been a Finance Director in a similar role or who is looking for a step up from a Financial Controller or Head of Finance role.

The role will be managing four members of Finance. As such, due to the nature of a small team, applicants must be interested and willing to be hands on with the workload.

Someone who is proactive in getting out and spending time with Heads of different areas will be well suited to this role.

The salary for the role will be between £65,000 - £75,000 based on experience.

A revenue accountant at a medium sized childrens charity based in Central London responsible for revenue recognition policy and reconciliation of charity income. The opportuntiy to work flexibly with an organisation open to three or four day a week working.

Client Details

The client is a leading children's education and childcare charity based in enviable central London.

Description

Key responsibilities are, but not limited to:

• To work with the AR Billing and Customer Service teams to ensure billing is correct and cash receipts are correctly allocated on receipt.

• To reconcile the fees billed to the finance system and parental fee receipts, resolving any variances.

• To support the team in undertaking reconciliations of connect income to the head count submissions ensuring any corrective action required is taken.

• To reconcile Connect income to the accounting database resolving any variances.

• To undertake regular reconciliations of local authority, grant portals, investigating and resolving any differences.

• To ensure all SEND income and costs are correctly billed and reconciled to receipts.

• To ensure all sundry income is billed monthly and cash allocated correctly.

• To ensure all income is recognised correctly and complete, accruing/deferring income as required.

• To ensure capital expenditure is invoiced and cash collected allocated to the correct nominal accounts.

• To ensure all restricted income is identified, accounted and reported on correctly.

• To ensure all parental deposits are posted and reconciled on a monthly basis.

• To ensure there is no unallocated cash in the sales ledger.

• To ensure we deliver reconciled income and compliant revenue recognition for audit purposes.

• To ensure that the basic requirements of income, cash, bank processes and reports are correctly and completed in a timely manner.

• To continually evaluate and improve the quality of reporting and add value to the all areas of the income generating parts of the business.

• To prepare any monthly reporting to ensure compliance with legal and charitable entity requirements.

• To produce reconciled month end income and debtors reports to ensure the integrity of the database.

Profile

You will be a qualified Financial Accountant with numerous post qualified knowledge of reconcilliations and financial accounting.

Job Offer

Up to £45,000 pro rated for days working (either three or four) generous pension.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified financial accountant with aspirations to become the Finance Controller of a large organisation.

The Senior Financial Accountant role will offer oversight and understanding of a large and complex university (£130m+ T/O) and you will be given valuable support in developing. The University of Roehampton was ranked ‘best modern university in London’ in recent years and boasts a vibrant and welcoming community.  The University is an equal opportunity and ‘disability confident’ employer; and is a place where students thrive, whatever their background. Despite the challenging global context, this is an exciting time for the University, having opened a new £35m state-of-the art library and further developing external global partnerships. 

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Finance and leading a team of 5, you will be responsible for delivering Financial Accounting services for the University and its subsidiaries - making sure that compliance with the University’s accounting policies and accounting standards is maintained. As a key member of the Finance team – you will be driving continuous improvement in the month end reporting processes and handling complex technical financial accounting issues.

Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA) with strong post qualification and relevant financial accounting experience
• Higher Education sector experience is highly desirable, but also wider not for profit/public sector work is also helpful
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Excel.
• Strong management skills, with excellent written & verbal communications skills.

Ivy Rock Partners have been engaged on an exclusive basis to recruit this role – for more information and to request the candidate pack, please contact Michael Quest at Ivy Rock Partners Directly or apply via this advert.

Key Timings:

• Sunday 14th June - Application deadline
• Week commencing 22nd June- 1st stage Interviews
• Week commencing 29th June- 2nd stage Interviews

The Cystic Fibrosis Trust has a fundamental story to tell: a story of a devastating genetic condition and the fight to lift the limits that people with cystic fibrosis (CF) currently face. We are fighting for a life unlimited for everyone affected by the condition. Our mission is to create a world where everyone living with cystic fibrosis will be able to look forward to a long, healthy life.

We are seeking an Interim Director of Finance and Resources, to join us in meeting this challenge by working to ensure the Trust’s long-term financial wellbeing and to optimise resources to help deliver maximum impact for people with cystic fibrosis. Embedding best practice and enabling innovative thinking to ensure that the finance and resources area is delivering an effective and efficient service. You will embrace the challenge of conflicting resource demands and a fast-changing external environment, exploring key areas such as impact reporting, commercial income generation and partnership working.

Supporting the vision, values and policies of the Trust, and enabling colleagues across the organisation to meet challenging objectives while also ensuring their well-being, you will lead and develop a high performing multidisciplinary team. You will play a vital role in developing the organisation’s long-term strategies, working closely with the Board of Trustees.

With oversight of a £15m budget, we are looking for a strong, corporate business leader operating at a senior level to help take the Cystic Fibrosis Trust forward on our exciting journey towards a life unlimited by cystic fibrosis. You will lead, direct, develop and be responsible for the Finance, IT, Facilities, HR/Organisation Development, Project Management and company secretarial functions, as well as working collaboratively with the Board of Trustees and fellow Senior Leadership Team members. See the link below for full job description.

This role is based in our London office, but our flexible working policy means that you will be able to work from home regularly. Benefits include 30 days annual leave (pro rata).

6-month fixed-term contract

Based in HQ Aldgate, Central London with home working options

Preferably part-time position (21-28 hours per week) but full-time may be considered. Subject to experience.

Closing date: 19th June 2020

First round Interviews: week commencing 29th June

Second round interviews: week commencing 6th July

Start date: mid to late August (adoption leave cover and therefore subject to change depending on proceedings)

With ambitious front line commitments, my client is a faith based charity, currently undergoing a full review of its operational services, most notably finance. As such they are looking for a values driven Finance Director to join them on a 12 month fixed term contract and lead them in a journey towards best practice.

Role Purpose:

To provide financial guidance and advice on all aspects of the organisation’s resources. This includes effective management of Finance alongside playing an active role in the Senior Leadership Team.

Key Projects

• Lead on a full review of the current accounting service including people, processes, systems and culture.
• Embed best practice and controls into the finance function to ensure effective and accountable financial management of the organisation including overseeing the investment and reserves strategies.
• Work in partnership with the local branches to ensure timely and efficient financial data.
• Oversee an organisational review to ensure the business is aligned to the new strategy where efficiencies and new initiatives are optimised.

Person Specification:

• Qualified accountant with significant financial management experience at board level.
• Track record of working in mid-sized charitable organisations.
• Proactive, innovative and genuinely motivated by change and transformation
• Strong leadership, influencing and project management skills

The Academy of Medical Sciences is playing an important role responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, from providing independent scientific advice to policy makers to supporting doctors and scientists who find themselves on the front line.

We are seeking an Interim Director of Finance and Resources with the skills to help us to navigate this challenging but strategically important time.

The Interim Director of Finance and Resources will be at the forefront of ensuring we have robust infrastructure and systems to enable the Academy’s staff to continue working effectively from home to deliver an increased level of business.  A near-term focus will also be remobilising the Academy’s HQ at 41 Portland Place to include working with IT consultants and service providers to ensure the IT and AV provision can support staff and the conference business appropriately. 

The Interim Director of Finance and Resources will lead a review of the financial controls and procedures to ensure that they are appropriate for a more flexible way of working and will support the Head of Finance in optimising the performance of the accounting software. They will also provide financial advice to the Academy’s trustees and Senior Leadership Team.

Experience of delivering first class financial and facilities services in challenging circumstances will be of benefit as will strong leadership skills. They will also need strong communication and influencing skills, as well being able to demonstrate a collaborative approach to leadership and experience of introducing new ways of doing things.

Please note the closing date of applications of midnight on Wednesday 17th June 2020. Applications will be reviewed prior to closing date and as such immediate application is recommended.

Allen Lane has been retained by the Academy of Medical Sciences on an exclusive basis to resource this post.

Head of FP&A, Corporate Services - Circa. £70,000 + outstanding benefits

For a complex, global organisation, we're recruiting a Head of FP&A for the Corporate Services. This is a leadership role with responsibility for all strategic finance, FP&A and business partnering for the Corporate Services including HR, Finance, IT, Facilities, Procurement and GIS. Reporting to the FD and as Principle Finance Partner to Corporate Directors, this role will ensure compliance and that Finance objectives are aligned. This role is key in developing financial expertise across Corporate teams and will take a lead role in change programmes, transformation investment and analysing business cases, investment appraisals and benefits realisation across the Division. The Head of FP&A manages a team of 3.

Main Duties:

• Lead finance business partnering across Corporate and Functional units (HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, GIS, Estates, Facilities)
• Provision and assurance of financial insights for all Corporate Services to aid decision making
• Delivery of Corporate Services multi-year and rolling financial planning processes
• Planning budgets, supporting programme-based planning and delivery of in-year targets
• Provide excellent standard of strategic business partnering and financial insight
• Build financial business partnering and FP&A capability within the team
• Strategically partner with Corporate Services, supporting formation of business strategies and initiatives
• Lead stakeholder engagement, building relationships with Corporate Leaders
• Challenge, influence and add value to decision making
• Advise on business decisions, projects and business cases via investment appraisals
• Implement improved approaches for global FP&A
• Monitor performance against budget, forecast and prior year, analysis of results
• KPI, metric and delivery analysis
• Coordinate Corporate Services multi-year and rolling financial planning processes
• Support leadership teams to drive short, medium and long-term profitability targets

Person Specification:

• CCAB qualified with strong FP&A leadership in global non-profit or commercial organisations
• Strong commercial finance experience gained in a company undergoing change and growth
• Experience of the appraisal of investment projects and leadership of change programmes
• SAP and new product development; Remote team leadership experience

Please note:

The deadline for CV applications is Friday 20^th March with interviews from the 3^rd of April.

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Financial and Management Accountant to work with a membership organisation in central London - £45,000.

Your new company:
A professional membership organisation based in Central London. The organisation has a group structure including a charity foundation.

Your new role:
The Financial and Management Accountant will work within the Foundation reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant. The postholder will get involved in anything from management accounts preparation to taxation to maintenance of the fixed asset register and liaising with the rest of the Group. We'll look to you for the review of balance sheet reconciliations, for accuracy financial information, and VAT accounting, investment accounting and wider financial aspects of the Foundation. It's a great way to build your understanding of the business and grow your potential.

As our Financial Accountant you'll be the lead Finance staff understanding Foundation business and developing relationships with the key stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to understand the group finance structure and work with other companies including the parent company and commercial subsidiary i.e. Publishing.
You will manage the year end process for the Foundation, ensuring all audit deliverables required by the auditors are produced on time and to a high standard. The post holder will be the lead contact for external auditors during audits and will be responsible for resolving and where appropriate escalating any issues arising in an effective and timely manner

You will also manage one part qualified person who is responsible primarily for the accounting of the fixed asset register.

What you'll need to succeed:
The ideal candidate will be a qualified Accountant with an understanding of the technical accounting aspects of working within the charity sector. You will have experience of both financial accounting and management accounting. Candidates from an audit background with experience of preparing accounts will be considered.

Please apply ASAP to be considered! This role is an 11/12 month contract but there is scope for the role to become permanent.

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This is an immediate start on going interim Director of Finance role working for a homeless charity based in London.

A member of the leadership team, it is the responsibility of the Director of Finance to oversee the day to running of the finance team, as well strategic oversight of the charity's financial management.

This is a hands-on Director of Finance role and the successful candidate will be required to;

• Produce monthly management accounts
• Complete year end accounts - including leading on audit process and ensuring compliance with Charity SORP
• Ensure accurate financial reporting, including risk assessments
• Present information to the board and finance sub - committee
• Business partnering with various departments managing the charities income and expenditure
• Partnering with and providing financial support for fundraising bids and competitive bids

This is an ideal role for a seasoned qualified accountant who has a track record of working in a small team. Applicants for the position of Director of Finance should have a proven track record in financial reporting and risk management. Although processes and procedures are in place, applicants must be able to demonstrate experience in making efficiencies and improving financial processes and procedures. Applicants must be competent user of Excel and working knowledge of Sage is ideal.

This is a 6-month fixed term contract role, with one direct report, and under the current lockdown all interviews, on boarding and start's will take place remotely.

If you are interested in applying for this role than please do through TPP Recruitment by sending your CV to [email protected]