Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
About Us
Welwyn Hatfield Women's Refuge and Support Services (WHWR) is a vital resource for women and families in Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield, offering a safe haven away from domestic violence and abuse.
We provide ensuite bedrooms to women and children for up to four months at a time to enable a break from their situation or to allow them to start building a new life away from an abusive or violent relationship or home environment.
Our refuge is a private, secure women and children only space. We collect residents from an agreed location and bring them to the refuge to ensure that abusive partners or family members cannot know where they are. Once safe, we provide accommodation, practical and emotional support and help with benefits, schooling and even healthcare to make sure that our residents view their time with us as positive and affirming.
We are currently looking for an Operations Manager to join us on a part-time basis, working 30 hours per week.
The Benefits
- Salary of £32,029 pro rata
- Develop your career with a forward-thinking organisation
- Support the success of services that are transforming the lives of women and children
If you have previous experience of working in a women’s refuge and a great leadership style, this is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior-level role where you can make a real difference.
You will have the chance to drive the success of services that empower and support women to live the lives they choose, free from the threat of domestic violence.
Our environment is open, friendly and supportive with a focus on working together, collaborating as a family and providing the best, most comprehensive support possible. If you think you’d thrive as part of our passionate team, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
As the Operations Manager, you will support the CEO in the management of our services and facilities. You will also deputise for the CEO in her absence.
In this important role, you’ll manage all aspects of our service delivery, including co-ordinating admissions, monitoring ongoing work, managing the on-call rota and day-to-day housing management.
Additionally, you will:
- Implement health and safety, safeguarding, data protection and complaints policies and procedures
- Take responsibility for the management and maintenance of our buildings and equipment
- Oversee the management and co-ordination of volunteers’ recruitment, training, placement, supervision and developmental needs
- Manage the distribution of workloads during staff absence
- Support the preparation of our evaluation and monitoring reports
About You
To join us as our Operations Manager, you will need:
- Experience of working in a women’s refuge
- Team leadership and line management experience (both staff and volunteers)
- Experience of working under financial controls
- A track record of promoting the rights of women
- Knowledge of the issues facing women and children who have experienced domestic violence and abuse as defined by the Home Office
- An understanding of the relevance and importance of policies and procedures in service delivery
- A comprehensive understanding of the legislation, policies and developments in this field of work
- An understanding of the impacts on staff and volunteers of working with this client group
- A degree or professional qualification in a relevant discipline (or equivalent) experience
- A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Please note, it is WHWR’s policy that applicants should have objective distance in their work and not have been service users of WHWR or other domestic abuse services within the five years prior to their application.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and open to women only. (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
Other organisations may call this role Refuge Operations Manager, Charity Operations Manager, General Manager, Refuge Services Manager, or Refuge Manager.
Webrecruit and Welwyn Hatfield Women's Refuge and Support Services are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
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Finance Specialist
You will join us as a Finance Specialist responsible for the purchase ledger which will include managing the invoice process, including making bank payments to UK and international suppliers.
Finance Specialist Responsibilities:
• Receive and check all supplier invoices against our bespoke contract management system to ensure supplier invoices are in accordance to pricing agreements and flag any discrepancies with managers and suppliers.
• Process all invoices into the finance systems for payment in accordance with agreed timescales, ensuring that invoices are coded correctly and appropriately authorised
• Ensure the Accounts Payable account is reconciled to the balance sheet and maintained correctly
• To run the transaction listing report weekly and chase budget holders to ensure they approve any outstanding invoices in time for the payment run.
• Receive, check and process employee, director and external customer expenses and ensuring they are in line with the Company’s expenses policy
Finance Specialist Requirements:
• Have at least two years’ experience working in a finance transactions role.
• Being AAT or part-CABA qualified would be advantageous, we would also consider colleagues with more extensive practical experience who are working towards such qualifications.
• Ideal candidates will need to be familiar with core accounting principles.
• Have experience working with one or more accounts packages
About Girl Effect:
Girl Effect builds youth brands and mobile platforms to empower girls to change their lives
We’re a creative non-profit empowering girls to change their lives. Started by the Nike Foundation, we are experts in media, mobile, brand and international development: a unique mix of skills that we use to solve global problems in a different way.
We work across the world in the places where girls are marginalised and vulnerable. We create for young people in ways they love and interact with. And it's all delivered through the media and mobile tech they use every day – from apps that build skills, to TV dramas that explore vital issues, to magazines written by girls.
Location: London, W1F 0DE
Hours: Full Time Flexible, Fixed Term Contract until 30th March 2021
Salary: £Competitive + excellent benefits package
Closing Date: 3rd June 2020
You may have experience of the following: Financial Controller, Accountant, Management Accountant, Commercial Accountant, Assistant Financial Controller, Qualified Accountant, Finance Manager, Finance Officer, Finance Administrator, ACCA, CIMA, etc.
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Director of Finance & Resources role with a local authority funded charity in London (£20m income).
Your new company
£20m income charity that provides services to the community on behalf of local authorities (contracts).
Your new role
„ Report to the CEO and liaise with organisation Board of Trustees to deliver the highest possible standard of financial management and planning.
„ Take responsibility for overseeing the organisation's financial systems, legal services and procurement.
„ Play a key role on the SMT, contributing to its strategic leadership and ensuring the effective daily management of the organisation.
„ Develop management reporting and analysis to support effective decision-making at a senior level.
„ You will work closely with the Business Development team on bids for Local authority contracts to deliver services.
What you'll need to succeed:
A qualified accountant and member of one of the recognised accounting bodies in the UK (ICAEW, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA). A minimum of 5 years' experience of management within a Finance Department, demonstrating a proven track record of hands on financial and management accounting skills. Experience of managing strategic financial plans, budgets, financial reporting, procurement and fixed assets in a complex/dispersed organisation. Experience of charity finance statutory reporting and the charity Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP).
Please apply ASAP for more info and to be considered. The client will review CVs on an ongoing basis so the role may close before the closing date.
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Berkshire College of Agriculture (BCA) is an ambitious and successful provider of skills-based, further and higher education. To enable the College’s continued success they require a dynamic and aspirant finance department leader to deputise for the Finance Director; someone who can demonstrate a proactive response to professional challenges and is eager to work in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
The Assistant Finance Director will need to be professionally qualified and highly experienced in providing leadership to teams with expert knowledge of digital finance systems for purchase, sales and nominal ledger.
So as to ensure continued, effective oversight and control of the College finances, the person appointed will be experienced in the preparation and reporting of management accounts and reports, with detailed knowledge of accounting standards and best practice.
Whilst experience of working in a further education/education setting is desirable, the College is happy to consider candidates with wider commercial finance experience gained from a range of other sectors. As a supportive organisation focused on the development of both students and staff, comprehensive support will be offered to the appointed person throughout their first annual cycle of business.
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London, WC1
If you are a high calibre accountancy professional with experience of delivering improvement and innovation, this is an incredible opportunity to make a positive, lasting impact with a leading charity.
It is an exciting time to join our team, as we are in a phase of transition to position ourselves for the start of a new strategic period in 2021. You will have the chance to shape the role and structure of our Global Finance and Resources function, which will make a real difference to how we operate.
You will have the opportunity to take on a key leadership and strategic role, which will enable us to achieve our goal of improving animal welfare on a global scale.
The Role
As the Global Director of Finance & Resources, you will manage and lead the Global & Finance & Resources function, which includes our finance, IT, governance and procurement activities.
Working collaboratively as part of the Global Leadership Team, you will ensure that colleagues across the organisation are supported to deliver their responsibilities to a high standard, decisions are financially robust, compliance obligations are met and risk is effectively managed.
You will make sure that all audits, controls, budgets, KPIs, risk registers, forecasts, management accounts and reports are developed and delivered coherently, to a high standard and in a timely manner.
Additionally, you will:
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the organisation
- Lead on the preparation of financial planning, annual budgets and the investment strategy
- Manage our global treasury
- Provide strategic financial planning, modelling and analysis
- Lead, develop and support your team
About You
To join us as a Global Director of Finance & Resources, you’ll need:
- Previous experience of successfully reviewing, designing and delivering change to/in a finance function
- Experience of delivering improvement and innovation, including strong systems of financial control, at an organisational level
- Experience of providing expert advice and guidance at board and executive level and of shaping strategic decision making
- Previous experience of providing leadership and management to a cross-functional team
- Experience of providing leadership, direction and managing in other areas of expertise where there may be information asymmetry, such as IT or procurement
- Knowledge of the financial and regulatory considerations of both a global organisation and a charity
- To be an ACA or ACMA qualified accountant
Experience of working for a not-for-profit organisation would be beneficial to your application.
We would like to hear from you if you’ve worked as a Finance Director, Global Finance Director, Head of Finance, Financial Controller, Finance Controller, or Financial Director.
About Us
World Animal Protection is a global charity on a mission to create a better world for animals. We help the world to see how important animals are, influence decision makers to make animals a priority and inspire people to change animals’ lives for the better.
There is a vital relationship between people and animals – a sustainable future for the planet can only be achieved if both animals and people are part of the solution. Together, we can move the world to protect animals.
The Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Contribute to the welfare and protection of animals globally
Webrecruit and World Animal Protection are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
Closing date: midnight 7th June 2020
Interview dates: 16th, 17th and 18th June 2020
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My client is looking for a Head of Finance for a period of 6 months.
Ideally you will have experience of working in the Education sector and be able to hit the ground running and get involved in accounts prep / detailed management accounts whilst also attending Board meetings and the SMT forum on a weekly basis
Reporting into the CFO of the group you will have a lot of autonomy to run the finance team as you see fit contributing fully to all financial performance and financial control issues and help the CFO on any high level strategic plans and developments
Qualifications/experience required
Qualified
What’s on offer?
£45,000 FTC for 6 months
For the right individual there is a possibility that the role could be made permanent in the foreseeable future
My client is looking for a Head of Finance for a period of 12 months.
Ideally you will have experience of working in the Charity sector at this level and be able to hit the ground running immediately.
The role will cover a vast amounts of duties and projects from getting involved in accounts preparation and detailed management accounts to also attending Board meetings and the SMT forum on a weekly basis
Reporting into the CEO of the group you will have a lot of autonomy to run the finance team as you see fit contributing fully to all financial performance and financial control issues and helping the CEO on any high level strategic plans and developments
Any experiences of systems implementation would also be of great value
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We are looking for a Head of Finance who is a demonstrable influencer, with the ability to drive impact and implement change.
The Head of Finance will report to the Director of Finance & Investment and be accountable for the effective delivery of the finance strategy. This will be achieved by ensuring the function's efficient operation and working to improve its value to the business. The oversight of the finance function will encompass responsibility and operational accountability for financial control, operations, planning and analysis, achieved through driving the function forward and the effective management and development of a team of 3 as well as working closely with internal and external stakeholders.
We need someone who is a qualified accountant with strong technical accounting skills. They will also have a commercial eye for finance with the ability to analyse complex financial information and communicate results and options for decision-making clearly and succinctly.
The finance function is in need of a refresh so someone who is comfortable leading change will really enjoy this role.
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Finance Assistant
Bristol
£21,000 per annum
Permanent, full time
NCT is the UK’s largest charity for parents, serving 150,000 new families each year face to face and many more online. Our vision is of a world in which no parent is isolated and all parents are supported to build a strong society. Our mission is to support parents through the first thousand days, to have the best possible experience of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. We do this through sharing knowledge, creating networks and harnessing voices.
We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated people who share our vision and values. You do not have to be a parent to share this vision and working for the NCT is a rewarding experience. It gives you the opportunity to apply your experience and expertise to help enrich the lives of thousands of parents in the UK. It offers you the opportunity to develop valuable skills and gain insight into working for a charity in the not-for-profit sector. NCT is committed to positive organisational culture, productive workplace and work-life balance that respects the individual.
We are looking for a Finance Assistant to become part of the finance team in Bristol, a team of seven people. This is an exciting time for the NCT as we shall be implementing a new CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system in 2020 and this role will interact with the new system on a daily basis and input into the development of new processes. In this role your primary responsibilities will be: to act as a key point of contact in the finance team, managing the finance mailbox and dealing with queries from inside and outside the organisation; reconciliation of one of the charity’s main bank accounts; regular processing of Direct Debits (mandates, claims and refunds); and to review purchase invoices and process the weekly payment run.
We will short list throughout the application process and reserve the right to close the application process early, so if you feel you are the right candidate for the role then please apply now!
See the Job Description for full details of this exciting opportunity.
Closing Date: 7th June 2020 midnight
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This small, ambitious and well networked charity based in the centre of Exeter is looking to recruit a permanent Head of Finance.
Reporting into the Director of Finance and Operations you will actively contribute to the strategic priorities, financial integrity and sustainability of the organisations as well as be a member of the Leadership team.
This role will also be responsible for timely and quality information to the Board, ensuring strong controls and compliance are maintained as well as overseeing the book stock and processing arrangements.
Key experience required:
• Qualified accountant or equivalent with broad Finance experience, including budgeting, monitoring, management accounting, statutory accounts, operational processing and purchasing
• Managing, developing and motivating a team, having excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt to differing audiences and situations
• Experience of working within a dynamic, growing organisation implementing best practice, systems developments and process improvements where needed
• Robust knowledge of financial controls, risk management and dealing with third parties, including customers, suppliers, banks and auditors
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice in relation to charities accounting would be beneficial.
This is an interim role up to 12 months, however a permanent appointment is possible for the right candidate. So those with notice periods are also encouraged to apply.
The organisation, our partner, is committed to the fight for an often forgotten sector of society. In the UK and internationally, the work with partners to create opportunity. They are also dedicated to ensuring that barriers denying people their basic rights are removed.
The role takes responsibility for the daily function of the international department of the organisation. It also supports the directorate in establishing and maintaining financial controls and systems as per organisational specifications. The role will work in partnership with international offices and will be responsible for providing financial management and advice for complex donor grants.
Day to day responsibilities will include:
- Oversee the finances of the Directorate, ensuring that income and expenditure is in line with approved budgets.
- Assist in the prepartion of annual budgets, as well as working with Programmes team in establishing programme budgets.
- Assist in the development of financial systems for the Directorate.
- Assist in developing capacity buliding strategies for local and international offices.
Candidate Requirements:
- Qualified Accountant
- Knowledge of SORP
- Knowledge of computerised accounting packages
- Experience of working with large donors such as DFID, European Commision, USAID etc
*Please note this is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and requirements*
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The Job
The job is to lead on strategic financial planning for Nightingale Hammerson. You will oversee the 5-10 year strategic financial forecasting for the organisation and development of a clear IT strategy. You will work closely with the CEO to develop the long term strategic plans and budgets for the organisation.
You will be working with key stakeholders (Trustees, Finance and Investment Committees, volunteers, professional colleagues) to review, create and implement a long-term financial strategy. The strategy will encompass Nightingale Hammerson’s values of excellence, dignity, respect. integrity, compassion, care and teamwork. It will embody a culture of innovation and best practice and ensure new income generation opportunities are maximised across all teams.
Main activities
You will lead from the front, managing and developing a finance team who will implement a system change over that will include, but not limited to, better support for budget holders, interfacing with other systems within our residents services and fundraising teams, whilst providing strong financial controls and excellent reporting.
You will be responsible for maintaining and developing key contacts to benefit all areas of finance and IT activity. Key to the success of this job will be your ability to lead on and facilitate strategic financial modelling for future scenarios, working collaboratively across the organisation with key stakeholders and their networks.
You will be responsible for developing and maintaining financial systems and preparing and presenting regular and appropriate reports to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team, Trustees and Finance Committee. This will include monitoring systems for forecasting, contingency plans and key performance indicators. You will also be responsible for overseeing the expenditure of the department.
The job will also include managing the Head of ICT and taking a wider interest in use of Technology across the organisation.
You will develop and sustain high level contacts relevant to the work of the department and represent the organisation at public events as appropriate. You will develop and maintain good working relationships with other relevant organisations and partnerships and maintain an overview of developments in the external environment which could potentially impact Nightingale Hammerson.
You will develop the necessary policies, procedures and guidelines required, with consideration to legal constraints in finance and IT and keep abreast of current issues and good practice in this area.
You will maintain confidentiality at all times to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR and ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Nightingale Hammerson policies and procedures.
You will also be expected to attend training course and conferences, attend Board and organisational meetings as required.
The person
This job is for a positive person with a sense of humour who can embrace the values of the organisation. The person will want to make a difference. A team player, who will work within the caring culture of Nightingale Hammerson and be ready to “roll up their sleeves and pull it all together”. You will bring evidence of strong people management skills and possess a collaborative leadership style. You have to like and be comfortable around older people and dementia and be empathetic to the residents’ needs. You need to be organised and an excellent communicator.
You will be presentable and credible and inspire trust at all levels. You will be good at networking and have the ability to work with all key stakeholders, knowing how to develop relationships to maximise success in the job. You will be intelligent, able to think quickly, laterally and imaginatively and always be looking for new ideas and innovative channels of income.
Self-confidence is important as is resilience, focus and calmness.
Skills and Experience required
Mid or senior management experience
Experience of finance strategy is desirable
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Excellent written and verbal skills
Effective negotiator
Positive people manager
Ability to manage change
A full job description can be found via our website.
This role requires an Enhanced DBS certificate. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and Nightingale Hammerson reserve the right to close the advert should the positon be filled.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Chief Executive is responsible to the Chair and Board of Trustees for the effective leadership and overall strategic direction of Healthwatch Essex and for ensuring that it fulfils its statutory, regulatory and contractual responsibilities and delivers effective outcomes for the people of Essex. Through the outstanding people management of the senior leadership team at Healthwatch Essex, the Chief Executive is accountable for the day to day running of the organisation and for the leadership of staff. Externally, the Chief Executive takes responsibility for building meaningful and influential relationships with key local and national stakeholders, and also fulfils the role of spokesperson on media platforms and in public and professional settings.
We are looking for an outstanding leader to become the CEO of Healthwatch Essex and work with our Trustees in leading and further developing the charity to make a real difference for everyone in Essex. The successful candidate will be an experienced and empathetic leader who will inspire and empower others to share in achieving continued success in all our work. You will need to be a strategic thinker and a proven relationship builder, as well as having a proven track record of successful income generation and financial control.
If you have a passion for working with a great team who make a real difference for people across Essex, we would be delighted to receive your application and look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Assistant Temp (2 roles)
Bristol
£21,000 per annum
Temporary, full time
NCT is the UK’s largest charity for parents, serving 150,000 new families each year face to face and many more online. Our vision is of a world in which no parent is isolated and all parents are supported to build a strong society. Our mission is the support parents through the first thousand days, to have the best possible experience of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. We do this through sharing knowledge, creating networks and harnessing voices.
We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated people who share our vision and values. You do not have to be a parent to share this vision and working for the NCT is a rewarding experience. It gives you the opportunity to apply your experience and expertise to help enrich the lives of thousands of parents in the UK. It offers you the opportunity to develop valuable skills and gain insight into working for a charity in the not-for-profit sector. NCT is committed to positive organisational culture, productive workplace and work-life balance that respects the individual.
We are looking for two Finance Assistants to join our finance team in Bristol on an temporary (6-12 month) basis. This is an exciting time for the NCT as we shall be implementing a new CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system in 2020 and this role will interact with the new system on a daily basis and input into the development of new processes. Your primary responsibilities will be to assist with the processing of course transfers and cancellations and the resulting in refunds to parents. You will also be assisting with other tasks such as checking purchase invoices, preparing BACS payments and responding to questions by users of the system on claiming expenses.
Although advertised as full time roles, we are open to flexible working arrangements.
We will short list throughout the application process and reserve the right to close the application process early, so if you feel you are the right candidate for the role then please apply now!
See the Job Description for full details of this exciting opportunity.
Closing Date: 7th June 2020 midnight
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Are you seeking a broad and dynamic finance role within an evolving organisation? Do you enjoy business partnering and having a direct impact on key decisions made by senior management? Have you previously worked in the public sector? Would you describe yourself as having first class communication skills? If yes, this could be the job for you!
Robertson Bell are proud to be partnering with a unique and interesting organisation that sits at the heart of lifechanging medical research whilst they recruit for a permanent Finance Manager. This role reports into the Head of Finance and will be responsible for one Accounts Assistant whilst carrying out a broad range of finance tasks. Duties will include:
- Provide support, advice and training to key stakeholders and members of the senior management team to enable them to make key financial decisions.
- Deputise for the Head of Finance as and when necessary.
- Work closely with a range of directorates to ensure resources are utilised effectively whilst maintaining focus on meeting all strategic objectives.
- Carry out detailed analysis, prepare vital management reports and provide budgeting advice.
- Manage all internal financial controls and compliance inline with relevant statutory accounting standards.
- Manage the draft year end accounts working closely with the Director and Head of Finance.
- Act as the main point of contact for both internal and external auditors.
- Monitor and ensure Grant claims are submitted in a timely manner.
- Prepare management accounts and represent the finance team at audit and committee meetings.
This is a great opportunity for candidates who already have financial management experience and are now looking for a role focused on business partnering. The organisation can fully support remote working for the time being but eventually this role will be based at their new east London office.
The successful candidate will:
- Be a qualified or part qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, or equivalent).
- Have previously worked in the public sector.
- Have strong leadership capabilities.
- Have excellent communication skills.
- Have experience using ERP systems.
- Have previous experience in a business partnering role.
If you feel this post could be of interest to you then please do not delay in applying as applications are being reviewed daily.
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