Financial controller jobs
Circa £56,000 per annum
Full-time, Permanent
Part home/Part office (London) based
UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.
Soccer Aid for UNICEF is UNICEF UK’s biggest broadcasted fundraising event. Since its inception, we have raised more than £121 million, and we have ambitious plans for the future.
This is a great opportunity to join UNICEF UK as our Finance Business Partner for Soccer Aid. This is an exciting and varied role where you will lead on the financial management aspects of the event and the related joint venture company, as well as stakeholder management ranging from third party partners, including television companies and suppliers to internal management.
Act now and visit the website via the apply button to apply online.
Closing date: 9am, Monday 1 December 2025.
Interview date: TBC December 2025.
In return, we offer:
· excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools)
· outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role
· impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
· an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children.
· the opportunity to work in a leading children’s organisation making a difference to children around the world
Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process.
We anticipate most colleagues will work one or two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home. We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.
UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences.
We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.
If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the Supporter Care line during office hours.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.
Registered Charity Nos. 1072612 (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)
The UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK), a charity funded by supporters, raising funds for UNICEF’s work for children.

We are looking for someone to join our Senior Leadership Team, providing strategic direction overseeing finance, HR and IT in a newly created role for the charity. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the people who access our services, working towards a safe home, better life and fairer future for everyone.
We were founded to help people facing the devastating effects of homelessness. Today, we also tackle the causes and consequences of poverty and inequality.
As Director of Finance and Resources, you will lead the financial strategy to underpin the overall organisational strategy, ensuring robust financial management, foster a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, and lead the development of digital systems that enhance service delivery and organisational resilience.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you will combine strategic insight with practical delivery.
You will bring:
· Senior leadership experience in leading a finance function, ideally in a charity or not-for-profit organisation
· An accountancy qualification and excellent technical accounting skills
· A strategic mindset and experience of leading and managing change
· A collaborative leadership style with excellent communication skills
· Commitment to continuous improvement
The selection process will include two stages, an initial interview taking place on 3rd or 4th December via Microsoft Teams followed by a face to face interview on 9th December.
To apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter no longer than 2 pages addressing how you meet the criteria in the person specification.
A safe home, better life and fairer future for everyone.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper to join our thriving synagogue, where your expertise will help keep our financial systems accurate, efficient, and future-ready. You’ll play a vital role in supporting our dynamic community programmes by ensuring our finances are well-managed and compliant with charity requirements. You’ll handle a variety of tasks, from processing payments, maintaining ledgers, and reconciling accounts, to managing income from multiple sources and supporting the preparation of financial reports. Beyond the day-to-day, you’ll help provide clear, insightful analysis to support decisionmaking, by helping colleagues and volunteer leaders understand the story behind the numbers. We’re looking for someone with solid experience in bookkeeping—ideally within a charity, community, or faith-based organisation. You’ll be meticulous and accurate in managing transactions and reporting, proactive in identifying opportunities to enhance our systems, and eager to contribute to a collaborative team. This position offers a valuable opportunity within a friendly and supportive team, and to contribute to the effective management of our financial resources. If you’re ready to take on a varied and rewarding role, using your skills to support the day-to-day and the future of our synagogue’s finances, we’d love to hear from you.
At FRS, we strive to connect people to one another, to their Judaism and to the world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As Finance Director, you will work closely and collaboratively with Amit Sharma (Artistic Director/ CEO) and Iain Goosey (Executive Director), supporting them as they lead Kiln Theatre through a period of transition and growth. As a key member of the Senior Team, the Finance Director will be responsible for Kiln Theatre's financial health and for ensuring that effective controls are in place and that all regulatory requirements are met.
You will lead and manage the Finance department, ensuring that the finance operation at Kiln operates to the highest standards and is effectively embedded within the organisation.
The Finance Director will play a major role in contributing to Kiln Theatre's business planning and strategic development, including identifying opportunities for efficiencies, supporting the resilience of the organisation for the future, ensuring compliance with best practice at all times and helping the company to fulfil its creative and financial ambitions.
The role will work with members of the Board, particularly the Finance & Risk Committee, as well as the external auditors. The Finance Director also oversees the finances for Kiln Theatre Ltd and its two subsidiaries - Tricycle Screen Ltd and Kiln London Productions Limited.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ECI is looking for a Finance Manager
Exeter Community Initiatives is a dynamic charity working in Exeter and across Devon. Exeter Community Initiatives works to ensure that people are supported at an early stage to reduce the risk of crisis, promote empowerment and allow people to thrive in happy, strong and diverse families and communities.
We are looking for an experienced and conscientious Finance Manager to join us to deliver our day-to-day financial procedures. The overall role will be to take responsibility for the organisation’s financial management and the effective delivery of all finance functions. The postholder will oversee and facilitate the day-to-day financial operations of the company, supported by a Finance Officer and external payroll service. Accountability will be to the Chief Executive on a day-to-day basis and ultimately to the trustees of ECI (ECI Council). This post is part of the Senior Management Team, will involve considerable joint working with other colleagues and will have management responsibility for the Finance Team.
Major Tasks:
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Take responsibility for ECI’s sound financial planning, strategy and controls
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Facilitate the day-to-day financial operations within the company
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Provide financial monitoring and reporting
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Manage the Finance Team
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Be part of the ECI Management team and carry out other tasks appropriate to this level of responsibility
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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22.5 hours per week
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Hybrid working location
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26 days holiday plus bank holidays with 1 extra day for each full year of service up to a maximum of 31 days (all pro rata for part-time staff)
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An Occupational Pension Scheme is available after three months of service with a 5% contribution from the employer, provided it is matched by a minimum contribution of 3% from the employee
A local charity working with people, families and communities to build connections, develop capacity, improve wellbeing and support each other.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are working with Age UK Birmingham an independent local charity, working alongside Age UK Sandwell to support the older people of the City of Birmingham and the Metropolitan Borough of Sandwell. They have been working in the community for over 30 years to support older people, their families and carers, so that everyone can enjoy later life.
They are in search of a Finance Manager. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Finance Manager will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial control procedures across the organisation. They will provide and present timely and accurate financial management reports to the CEO and the Board of Trustees.
The role is key to ensuring financial functions are constantly appraised for efficiency, incorporating new ways of working and technology to support the charity’s sustainable growth.
With part or fully qualified AAT/CIMA certifications (or equivalent) you will have experience of:
- Financial reporting, compliance and audit
- Strategy, Budgeting and forecasting
- Team leadership, operations, partnerships and efficiency
- Governance, Risk and Reserves
- Strong administration and compliance
- Charity sector and SORP experience
We are looking for someone who can work independently, as well as in a team with, ideally, experience with working in the voluntary sector. You will have strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
You will need to be hands on and with the enthusiasm to shape the finance function for future development. You will have a flexible and responsive approach and can work in a fast-paced environment and always maintaining excellent attention to detail.
For more information, please contact Sandra Smith, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Closing date: 30 November 2025, however, please note that when a suitable candidate is found the role will close early, so please apply without delay.
We aim to improve the lives of older people through information and advice, campaigns, products, training, research, and other activities that promote
Finance Assistant
The Finance team at KCLSU are looking for a Finance Assistant to support the delivery of core financial and administrative functions, in line with financial regulations, procedures and compliance requirements of external statutory bodies.
As part of this, you will:
- Assist in the preparation of accurate, timely, and compliant financial statements and management accounts.
- Support the annual audit process.
- Play an essential role in ensuring high-quality service to KCLSU's internal and external stakeholders, including students, by maintaining accuracy, efficiency and professionalism.
To apply for this role, please fill in an application form and include a personal statement detailing how you meet the person specification.
To be eligible for this role, you must:
- Be eligible to work in the UK, and provide proof of this (i.e. a passport or visa) when asked by KCLSU. Please note that KCLSU is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
- Have a National Insurance number, or be in the process of applying for one.
- Not be a trustee of King's College London Students' Union.
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KCLSU is an independent charitable organisation that works to further the interests of approximately 36000 students at King's College London. Join us!
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Be part of something truly inspiring.
The Orpheus Centre is an award-winning charity that supports disabled young adults aged 18–25 to live independent, fulfilling lives through the performing and visual arts. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, we are driven by our values — joyful, bold, inclusive, resilient and determined — and a vision of an inclusive world where every young person can achieve their aspirations.
We are now seeking a strategic, values-led Director of Finance to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation.
Salary: £72,000 – £77,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Location: Godstone, Surrey (onsite with some flexibility)
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
You’ll lead the financial strategy, planning and operations for the Orpheus Centre, ensuring sustainability, transparency and compliance while enabling innovation and growth. Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with Trustees and senior leaders, you will:
- Provide strategic financial leadership and insight to drive organisational success.
- Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting and audit.
- Ensure compliance with The Charity Commission, HMRC and Companies House regulations.
- Lead on procurement, risk management and digital transformation in finance systems.
- Manage investments and oversee capital and operational budgets.
- Lead and develop a small, high-performing finance team.
This is a hands-on and highly influential role for someone who thrives on both strategic planning and operational excellence.
About You
You’ll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with significant experience in senior financial leadership — ideally within the charity and/or education sector.
You will bring:
- Strong understanding of charity SORP, financial governance and regulatory frameworks.
- Experience working with Boards and governance structures.
- Proven ability to deliver strategic financial planning and risk management.
- Excellent communication, leadership and influencing skills.
- A proactive, future-focused approach and commitment to Orpheus’ values and mission.
Why join Orpheus?
- At Orpheus, you’ll join a joyful and inclusive community that values creativity and collaboration. We offer:
- The opportunity to play a key role in an Outstanding organisation.
- A collaborative leadership environment with real impact.
- A supportive and passionate team culture.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Free parking on our beautiful Surrey campus.
Join us in making a lasting difference in the lives of young disabled people through the power of the arts.
Safeguarding & Equality
Orpheus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references. This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
As part of our safer recruitment process and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online searches may be undertaken as part of due diligence.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
In order to be considered you must be eligible to work in the UK.
The Orpheus Centre is proud to be a disability confident employer.
We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people. Reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment procedure as required in consultation with the applicant to ensure no-one is disadvantaged because of their disability. If a disabled person is selected for a position, reasonable adjustments will be made to the workplace, including premises and equipment, work duties and practices or policies, as appropriate. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role as set out in the role profile and person specification will be guaranteed an interview.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are:
- Challenging attitudes towards disability
- Increasing understanding of disability
- Removing barriers to disabled people and those with long-term health conditions
- Ensuring that disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspiration
Applications will be reviewed as we receive them and if a suitable candidate is identified, we reserve the right to close our advert sooner.
We are focused on inspiring and empowering young disabled students to live fulfilling, independent lives



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Organisation
This is a senior finance opportunity within a large, well-established not-for-profit organisation operating in the housing and community services sector. With a turnover in the hundreds of millions and a portfolio of over 60,000 homes, the organisation plays a vital role in supporting communities across London and the South East.
The Job
As Group Finance Manager, you'll lead on statutory accounts, financial reporting, and audits across multiple group entities. You'll ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls, support the Head of Financial Accounting and deputise as needed, and manage a small team. This is a key leadership role within the Financial Reporting and Control team, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, collaboration, and delivering high-quality financial insight.
The Person
You'll be a qualified accountant with significant experience in statutory reporting, ideally at group level. You'll bring a strong track record of managing audits, developing internal controls, and leading high-performing teams. Experience in the housing, public, or not-for-profit sectors is desirable. Strong technical knowledge, stakeholder engagement skills, and a proactive, improvement-focused mindset are essential.
What's in it for you?
- Salary: £72,864 - £80,960 per annum
- Pension: 10.8% employer contribution
- Annual Leave: 25 days + 3 days Christmas closure (+2 extra days after 2 years)
- Hybrid Working: 2-3 days in the office per week
- Location: Modern offices in central London
You'll join a values-led organisation with a clear social mission, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to professional development.
What to do now
If you're ready to take the next step in your finance leadership career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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Role Summary
Julie’s Bicycle (JB) is seeking an experienced and hands-on professional who can contribute to the organisation's financial strategy and future resilience. This is a senior leadership role within the Operations and Finance function, where you will be working closely with the Managing Director, Head of Programmes, CEO, and Treasurer, providing the essential financial intelligence needed to guide key organisational decisions.
Job title: Finance Manager
Contract: Preferably 0.8 FTE (Full-time also considered for the right candidate), 1 year contract with the possibility to become permanent
Location: Hybrid working: office base is at Somerset House, London: we are flexible on approach, within a hybrid model of in-person & virtual. This can be discussed at interview (*)
Salary: £50k to £55k p.a. (pro rata), depending on experience
Reporting to: Managing Director
Start date: ASAP - depending on candidate’s notice period
Normal hours: Office hours are 9.30 - 5.30pm, Monday – Friday. As this is ideally a 0.8 FTE role, there is flexibility on how the time is spread across the week. Please state how you would intend to allocate your time when you apply. (requests for flexible working hours will be considered)
Other:
- Annual leave is 25 days per year (pro rata) plus standard bank holidays
- Cultural entitlement of £250 per annum (pro rata) to spend on arts/cultural events & activities
- All employees are able to claim 1 hour a week for personal wellbeing
- Pension scheme enrolment and 6% employer contributions (reviewed annually)
(*) Access to office space in London is always available to staff who can't or don't want to work from home.
If you would like this application pack in a different format (e.g. large print or audio file), please email us (information in the link provided).
About Julie’s Bicycle (JB)
JB is a leading non-profit putting climate action at the heart of culture. We believe that creativity is a powerful catalyst for change—and that the arts and cultural sector has a vital role to play in building a just, regenerative future.
For over 15 years, we’ve worked with artists, cultural institutions, funders, and policymakers to mobilise creative climate leadership through advocacy, research, policy influence, training, and community building. We champion climate justice, centre equity, and believe that environmental solutions must be driven by cultural shifts as well as systems change. For more information, please visit our website.
The Role
The Finance Manager will be a pivotal position within JB’s senior leadership team, responsible for the effective and efficient management of all financial operations. This role requires a highly experienced and hands-on professional who can seamlessly manage day-to-day bookkeeping and compliance while also contributing to the organisation's financial strategy and future resilience.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in charity finance, a deep understanding of VAT complexities, and the ambition to grow into a strategic financial leader. You will work closely with the Managing Director, CEO, and Treasurer, providing the essential financial intelligence needed to guide key organisational decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management And Reporting (Operational & Strategic)
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Hands-on bookkeeping and transaction management: Oversee and execute all financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll preparation, and bank reconciliations using the organisation's accounting software.
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Management accounts: Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, commentary, and analysis for the Managing Director, CEO, and the Board of Trustees.
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Statutory compliance: Manage all aspects of Charity SORP compliant financial reporting. Prepare and coordinate the annual statutory audit, working directly with external auditors. Oversee filing and reporting to regulators including the Charity Commission and Companies House.
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VAT and tax compliance: Lead on all VAT compliance, including preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns, ensuring full adherence to HMRC regulations, particularly those unique to the charity sector, including partial exemption requirements and annual adjustments.
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Budgeting and forecasting: Coordinate and support the annual budgeting process. Develop regular financial forecasts and projections to ensure the organisation remains financially sustainable.
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Cashflow management: Monitor and manage the organisation's cash flow, ensuring adequate funds are available for all operational needs.
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Payroll: Manage the relationship with the outsourced payroll provider, collate salary information, ensuring is accurate and up-to-date and manage pension payments.
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Coordination of confidential finance administration: Business rates/premises, company bank accounts, credit card software, audit preparation, companies house, PL, EL, PI & and drive insurance renewal process
Strategic support and leadership development
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Financial insight as part of the Senior Leadership Team: Develop and deliver clear, data-driven financial analysis and insights to inform strategic decision-making across the organisation (SLT, SMT and Board).
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Policy and procedure: Review and maintain robust financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard the charity’s assets and ensure best practice.
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Strategic recommendations: In collaboration with the MD and CEO, research and present options for improving financial efficiency, exploring new funding models, and strengthening the long-term financial health of Julie's Bicycle.
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Board support: Prepare monthly management accounts, as well as comprehensive financial reports for quarterly Trustee meetings, attending meetings as required to present and discuss financial performance.
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Training the team: Embed a culture of financial curiosity, procedures and basic literacy.
Grant And Project Finance
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Restricted funds: Maintain meticulous records for all restricted and designated funds, ensuring compliance with all donor and grant conditions.
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Grant reporting: Lead on preparing detailed financial reports for funders (e.g., Arts Council England, trusts, foundations), ensuring all expenditure is accurately recorded and compliant with specific grant requirements. Consolidate all the above into a shared reporting calendar.
Person Specification
Essential experience and knowledge
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Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/AAT), with at least 5-10 years of demonstrable, progressive experience in a similar finance role, with a significant portion gained within the UK charity/non-profit sector.
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In-depth, practical knowledge of UK charity financial regulations and Charity SORP.
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Expert-level understanding of VAT for charities, including partial exemption and trading subsidiaries.
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Proven ability to manage the full accounting cycle, from transaction entry (bookkeeping) through to preparing statutory accounts.
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Experience in managing the annual audit process and engaging with external auditors.
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Excellent proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Aquila) and advanced Excel skills.
Skills and attributes
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Hands-on and proactive: Willingness to undertake all levels of tasks, from routine data entry to high-level analysis (essential)
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Developing leadership: Demonstrable potential or experience in influencing decisions, leading process improvements, and contributing strategic thinking (strongly desirable)
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Collaborative working: Ability to nurture and maintain relationships across the team (essential)
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Exceptional attention to detail: A meticulous and highly accurate approach to all financial data and reporting (essential)
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Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues, the MD, and Trustees (essential)
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Alignment with mission: A genuine interest in and commitment to the mission and values of Julie’s Bicycle (desirable)
Why Join Us?
At Julie’s Bicycle, you’ll join a passionate team working at the intersection of creativity and climate action. We offer a collaborative, inclusive, and flexible working culture, where your voice will shape how the cultural sector responds to one of the greatest challenges of our time.
How to apply
If you’d like to apply, please:
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Complete the application form and equal opportunities monitoring form found on our website.
Submit these via our application portal by 11.59pm on Sunday 23rd Nov 2025.
We encourage people from any background to apply for this post. We are committed to creating a workforce which is representative of our society, and to bringing together those with a variety of skills and experiences to help shape what we do and how we work. We are particularly keen to hear from people of colour and those who self-identify as disabled.
Please note, this post is open to people who already have the right to live and work in the UK, as Julie’s Bicycle is not currently in a position to sponsor a work visa.
A note on AI
While we understand that some people may use AI tools for accessibility (and recognise and support that many assistive technologies may use elements of AI), we ask candidates to consider what tools are most appropriate during the application process. For example, we recognise the value for many people of machine learning language tools like Grammarly. On the other hand we would discourage the use of generative AI tools in writing your application, as we'd like to understand your personal interest in working for Julie's Bicycle, and be able to understand your non-AI-assisted communication skills just as they are. We also recognise that for many of the people and creative communities we work with, the rise of generative AI poses a threat to their livelihoods, while the environmental impacts of AI are only set to grow: this means we also have a responsibility as Julie's Bicycle to consider where and when (and if) we use AI in our work.
Thank you for your interest in working at Julie’s Bicycle.
Julie’s Bicycle is a leading not-for-profit, mobilising the arts and culture to take action on the climate, nature and justice crisis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Parkinson’s UK is looking for a motivated Finance professional to effectively partner with local communities, training treasurers and volunteers in best practices for financial governance and championing their interests within the organisation.
About the role
You’ll lead on reporting and management for all aspects of local community finances, ensuring compliance with HMRC, Audit, and Accounting regulations, while managing financial risks within the decentralised structure.
What you’ll do
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Lead, manage and develop a team who service the financial and banking needs for all local groups across the UK.
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Lead and deliver on the Local Groups annual statutory accounts process and consolidation. Be the key point of contact for the auditors.
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Champion local groups’ interests in strategic digital transformation projects and help implement change in the local network.
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Ensure best practice in financial reporting and internal control environment in line with external and statutory compliance
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Engage with local group treasurers and chairs to ensure that there is buy-in from the local groups on new processes and systems introduced
What you’ll bring
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Experience of managing and developing a team, with strong people management skills and ability to attract and retain talented people
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Experience of facilitating training for non-finance colleagues and volunteers
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Demonstrable working knowledge of finance systems and banking arrangements is essential
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Proven experience in leading a financial accounting function, ensuring processes are improved to meet the changing needs of the charity
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Demonstrable working knowledge of financial risk management and financial control environments
If this opportunity sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply, please submit a CV and a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria (marked with an 'A') in the 'what you'll bring' section of the job description.
The in person/office attendance expectation for this role will be a minimum of 1 day per week.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
We exist to make every day better, for everybody living with Parkinson’s. Right now.
Head of Finance and Corporate Services
Make your next step a meaningful one.
This is an opportunity for an experienced finance professional to step into a senior role with purpose. The charity is growing, investing in its future and looking for a skilled and proactive leader to shape finance, strengthen operations and support long term sustainability.
Location: Billericay, Essex
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000
Contract: Full time, Permanent (flexible options available) Hybrid working
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take their first step into a Head of role, or an established manager looking to make more of an impact. You will report directly to the Director responsible for Corporate Services and work closely with the Chief Executive, Trustees and senior team.
You will take ownership of all areas of finance including planning, reporting, controls, systems and compliance. You will also provide leadership to the Hydropool and Maintenance Managers, ensuring safe, efficient and cost-effective operations.
It is a varied role where you will lead financial strategy, improve processes, and play a key part in organisational growth and service development.
What You Will Do
- Lead financial planning, management and reporting
- Produce budgets, management accounts and forecasts
- Advise senior leaders and Trustees on strategy and performance
- Improve financial systems, controls and processes
- Oversee facilities and maintenance operations
- Manage the commercial performance of the hydropool service
- Line manage a small, dedicated team
About You
You are a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with strong financial management skills and the confidence to communicate clearly at all levels. You do not need to have worked in a charity before. What matters is that you bring:
- Excellent financial reporting and analysis skills
- Experience improving systems, processes or controls
- The ability to explain financial information to non-financial colleagues
- A proactive, curious and collaborative approach
- Strong communication and relationship building skills
What’s on Offer
- A senior, high-impact role in a values driven organisation
- Flexible working options and a supportive culture
- Blue Light Card and Cash Health Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free on-site parking
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Pension scheme
If you are a finance professional looking to lead with purpose and influence meaningful change, we would love to hear from you.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Senior Finance Business Partner, Finance and Operations Manager or Head of Finance. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Defining care for a better future
An international development organisation is seeking a Programme Finance Accountant to oversee the financial management of a major Asian Development Bank-funded initiative. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in donor finance, reporting, and compliance within a mission-driven, global environment focused on sustainable development and social impact.
You will ensure the financial integrity and compliance of the ADB project, managing all aspects of budgeting, cost recovery, reporting, and audit preparation. Working closely with programme and finance teams across multiple countries, you’ll provide expert oversight, guidance, and insight throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead financial management and oversight for the ADB project, ensuring accuracy and donor compliance.
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Review monthly transactions, reconciliations, and forecasts, maintaining up-to-date grant and cost recovery records.
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Prepare donor and internal financial reports, ensuring consistency across systems.
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Monitor expenditure and cash flow, flagging under/overspends and advising on corrective actions.
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Oversee financial controls, audits, and compliance with ADB and internal policies.
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Support programme teams and partners with budgeting, reporting, and financial training.
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Contribute to wider finance capacity building and continuous improvement initiatives.
About You
You are a qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with strong experience in managing finances for complex, donor-funded projects. You bring analytical rigour, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
You’ll bring:
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Minimum 3 years’ experience in financial accounting and reporting.
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Proven experience managing large-scale or multilateral donor-funded projects (ADB, World Bank, etc. desirable).
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Strong budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills.
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Advanced Excel and financial systems experience.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Knowledge of charity accounting and donor compliance frameworks.
Salary & Benefits
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Contract: 3-year fixed-term
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Salary: £48,000
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Location: London (Hybrid working)
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Flexible working arrangements and enhanced leave entitlement
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Comprehensive wellbeing benefits
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Opportunities for international travel
Application Details
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
For more infromation on the role, please contact Madeleine Kind at Ivy Rock Partners.
Hours: Full-time
Pay: Up to £51,100 GBP gross per annual (dependent on experience)
Duration: Permanent
Location: UK-Med Office, Manchester, UK with hybrid working (approximately 30% on-site)
Do you have the strategic insight and operational expertise to ensure strong and effective financial leadership in a fast-growing humanitarian organisation?
UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.
As UK-Med continues to grow and scale its impact, we are strengthening our financial capacity to meet rising humanitarian needs. In this context, the new Head of Finance (UK) will play a pivotal role in ensuring the strength, integrity and effectiveness of UK-Med’s financial management.
You’ll lead the operational finance function overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, treasury and grant management, and support for fundraising, ensuring the organisation has the financial resilience to deliver life-saving humanitarian responses around the world.
Based in the UK, this role is central to maintaining high standards of financial governance, supporting sound decision-making, managing risk and ensuring effective systems, policies and processes. You’ll work closely with our Associate Director of Finance and senior leadership team, while leading and developing a high-performing finance team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on supporting operational delivery, ensuring high-quality financial reporting, and strengthening systems. You’ll bring together technical excellence and strong leadership skills, working collaboratively and effectively in a complex, fast-changing environment. Your contribution will directly enable UK-Med to respond rapidly to emergencies and make a tangible impact on people affected by crises.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits, a collaborative and supportive working environment, and the opportunity to make a real difference through humanitarian work.
UK-Med is a growing and ambitious organisation with a passionate team of staff, members, and volunteers. This is a truly exciting opportunity to shape the future of our financial function and support our mission to provide healthcare in emergencies worldwide.
How to apply
We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack – Head of Finance (UK) - November 2025 before applying for this role.
To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) through ouronline jobs portal.
Response to the following question:
- A detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the essential criteria in the person specification
Please apply as soon as possible and no later than Tuesday 2nd December 2025
Candidates who meet the eligibility and salary thresholds for visa sponsorship may be considered. However, it’s important to note that the role is based in the UK, and regular attendance at our Manchester HQ is expected. Therefore, candidates currently based outside the UK would need to be willing to relocate if successful.
UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.
UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Treasury and Cash Manager | 12-months | £500 - £600 per day (Inside IR35) | UK - Remote
For a large, complex international organisation which operates in more than 80 currencies with over 80 banking partners in 100+ countries, we're recruiting an Interim Cash, Risk and Treasury Manager. Reporting to the Corporate Treasurer, this role will implement all aspects of corporate treasury policy, processes, controls, analysis and investment strategies including cash management, financing and investment activities, risk management, and loss prevention. The interim Treasury Manager will build relationships with banks and will identify ways to improve in-country banking and repatriation of cash, including liquidity, cash forecasting, and debt management.
Main Duties:
- Manage the banking platforms and processes including the European zero balancing cash pool
- Optimise cash-flow and improve cash flow forecasting across the business, optimising investment income and work in partnership with Shared Services, and Country Finance teams
- Support the identification and releasing of trapped cash overseas, working with in-country colleagues and the Tax and Status team as well as Financial Control
- Manage the Foreign Currency liquidity requirements
- Support the development and implementation of Treasury Management Policy and controls
- Support the development and implementation of long-term investment strategy aiming to optimise deposit interest income
- Develop partnerships with banks and financial institutions to ensure all banking arrangements are fit for purpose
- Lead and support change in treasury activities and provide business units with advice on commercial matters
Person Specification:
- Qualified or part-qualified ACA, CIMA, ACCA or ACT
- Strong experience of treasury management
- Experience of assessing and managing business-related financial risks including FX, interest rates and counterparty risk management
- Management of FX exposures and strong understanding of money market instruments
- Strong experience of dealing platforms, ISDA and loan documentation
- Experience of working with different regions on merchant services and payment provider issues
- Strong experience of cash activities including security and monitoring cash investments
- TMS experience and use of 360T is desirable
- Shared Services Operations experience
- SAP experience
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