Financial director jobs

The purpose of this role is to:

• To assist the Finance Director in all areas of finance, health and safety and IT across the organisation.

• To support all staff members in enquiries and to offer assistance to the leadership team where needed.

• Observe confidentiality & complying with Mind in Tower Hamlets, Newham and Redbridge's policies & procedures

Rainforest Trust UK

Rainforest Trust UK (RTUK) (Charity No. 1169111) is a high-impact conservation charity dedicated to protecting the world’s most threatened tropical forests.

This is a pivotal moment for global conservation and for our organisation. As one of the most effective rainforest conservation charities globally, Rainforest Trust has helped protect over 60 million acres of tropical rainforest across more than 67 countries, delivering permanent protection for some of the world’s most threatened ecosystems.

Rainforest Trust UK is one of the charity’s fastest-growing affiliates, now generating £2m+ annually and supporting a global organisation with $55m+ in revenue with significant ambition for further growth and impact.

The role
We are seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the next phase of our strategic plan driving growth in income, strengthening the organisational capability, and positioning the UK as a leading philanthropic engine within the global organisation.
The CEO will provide overall leadership of Rainforest Trust UK, with a primary focus on fundraising, external engagement, and partnering.
This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring both strategic clarity and operational execution. The CEO will lead a small team, work closely with the Board of Trustees, while partnering with the global CEO and senior leadership based in the USA.

Key responsibilities

Strategy and organisational leadership

• Lead the delivery of the 2026–2030 strategy, aligning UK priorities with global objectives
• Translate strategy into clear plans, targets, and performance metrics
• Drive organisational focus on outcomes, impact, and growth

Fundraising and external leadership

• Act as a senior ambassador for the organisation in the UK and internationally
• Build Rainforest Trust UK’s visibility and influence within philanthropic networks
• Personally cultivate and manage a portfolio of high-value donor relationships

Financial Stewardship

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and performance including annual audit
• Ensure strong financial controls and effective use of resources
• Support the growth of sustainable income to maximise conservation impact

Governance and Board engagement

• Ensure compliance with UK charity regulation and best practice
• Provide clear, rigorous reporting on performance, risk, and finances
• Work in close partnership with the Board to support effective governance and decision-making

Global partnerships and collaboration

• Build strong, effective relationships with global Rainforest Trust leadership
• Align UK fundraising with global conservation priorities
• Act as a key interface between UK donors and global programmes

Leadership and culture

• Lead and develop a small, high-performing team
• Create a culture of accountability, clarity, and delivery
• Ensure effective organisational structure and use of resources

Purpose & Alignment

• Deep commitment to environmental conservation and climate impact
• Motivated by the opportunity to deliver measurable, lasting global outcomes
• Alignment with Rainforest Trust’s values of effectiveness, integrity, and partnership

Why Join Rainforest Trust UK
This is a rare opportunity to lead an organisation where:

• Impact is clear, measurable, and permanent
• There is significant opportunity to scale income and influence
• You can play a direct role in protecting some of the world’s most critical ecosystems

At a time when the protection of tropical forests is more urgent than ever, this role offers the chance to combine purpose with performance delivering meaningful impact at global scale.

Candidate profile
We are seeking a credible, externally focused leader with:

• A strong track record in fundraising, particularly major donors and high-value relationships
• The ability to operate with credibility, influence, and judgement at senior levels
• Experience leading organisations or teams through growth and change
• Experience working with Boards and an understanding of UK charity governance

Above all, candidates will bring a clear alignment to the mission and is motivated by the opportunity to deliver measurable, lasting conservation impact at global scale.

About Us

Health Exchange (HEx) charity and its trading subsidiary Living Well Taking Control (LWTC) are purpose-driven organisations committed to improving health, wellbeing and reducing health inequalities through prevention, behaviour change and community-based support.

Together, we deliver innovative health improvement, social prescribing and lifestyle intervention services that support tens of thousands of people each year. Working alongside the NHS, local authorities, Primary Care Networks, community organisations and national and international partners, we are helping to shape the future of prevention and population health.

With a combined annual income of approximately £7.5 million and a team of nearly 50 permanent staff, we are entering an exciting phase of transformation and sustainable growth.

As we continue to evolve, we are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership across both organisations.

Job Purpose

The Head of Finance will lead and develop the finance function across Health Exchange and Living Well Taking Control, ensuring robust financial management, effective governance and long-term financial sustainability.

As a member of the Senior Management Team, the postholder will work closely with the Chief Executive, Director of Operations, Head of Growth, Service leads and Trustees to provide financial insight, planning and analysis that supports strategic decision-making, organisational development and future sustainability.

This role combines leadership with operational oversight and offers an opportunity to play a central role in shaping the future direction of two ambitious organisations committed to improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities.

Key Responsibilities

I. Strategic Financial Leadership

Lead the development of medium and long-term financial plans that align with organisational priorities and strategic objectives, providing high-quality financial advice and insight to the Chief Executive, Senior Management Team, Board of Trustees and relevant committees. Support strategic decision-making through robust financial analysis, forecasting and scenario planning, identifying financial risks and opportunities and making recommendations to strengthen organisational sustainability. Contribute proactively to organisational transformation, continuous improvement and the successful delivery of strategic initiatives across Health Exchange and Living Well Taking Control.

II. Financial Management and Reporting

Lead all aspects of financial management across Health Exchange and Living Well Taking Control, ensuring the production of timely and accurate management accounts, financial reports and performance analysis. Work collaboratively with budget holders and senior managers to develop and manage annual budgets and reforecasts, while monitoring financial performance, cash flow and reserves to ensure robust financial controls are maintained. Oversee payroll, pensions and financial administration, and lead procurement activity and value-for-money initiatives that support the effective and efficient use of organisational resources.

III. Business Partnering and Strategic Support

Work closely with the Chief Executive, Director of Operations and Head of Growth to assess the financial viability of new opportunities, partnerships and service developments, providing robust costing, pricing and financial modelling to support bids, tenders and contract negotiations. Support the mobilisation, delivery and performance monitoring of contracts through high-quality financial reporting and analysis, while developing business cases and investment appraisals to inform strategic decision-making. Ensure effective financial governance, transparency and appropriate financial arrangements across Health Exchange and Living Well Taking Control, supporting the efficient operation of both organisations.

IV. Governance, Audit and Compliance

Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, lead the preparation of annual accounts and external audits, and act as the main point of contact for auditors and professional advisers. Maintain effective financial controls, policies and governance arrangements, oversee organisational risk and asset registers, and support the Board of Trustees and Audit & Risk Committee in fulfilling their responsibilities.

V. Systems and Continuous Improvement

Lead the development and continuous improvement of financial systems, processes and reporting tools, maximising the use of technology to enhance efficiency, accuracy and management information. Lead, motivate and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performing and supportive culture, while contributing positively to the Senior Management Team and promoting organisational values of collaboration, integrity, accountability and inclusion. Support organisational change and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen performance and effectiveness across both organisations.

Head of Group FP&A: £85,000 - £93,000 + Enhanced Benefits | London | Hybrid Working

For a large, global organisation, we are recruiting a Head of Group FP&A. Leading a team of 4, the Head of Group FP&A sits at the heart of Group and Global Finance, and leads Group MI, Reporting, Planning and Forecasting across the organisation. The role oversees cash and balance sheet forecasting for the Group and Subsidiaries and ensures insightful reporting to external stakeholders. Liaising with the Shared Service Centre, Centres of Excellence, and Regional finance teams, this role will shape and embed the implementation of new planning and reporting tools and will work with the business to create best-in-class FP&A processes during a time of substantial change and transformation. The Head of Group FP&A will shape and embed a unified finance culture and service model and will deliver a new planning tool (Anaplan) as part of the Finance Transformation Programme across the UK, International Regions and Global Strategic Business Units, partnering with Regional FD's and Business Directors.

Main Duties:

• Provide first-class Group FP&A and MI reporting service globally and regionally, for all strategic business units
• Ensure all Group FP&A processes meet the organisation's strategy, objectives and TOM
• Drive continuous improvement using technology to achieve best practice in Group FP&A
• Provide high-quality, insightful MI for the Group, making improvements as needed
• Develop and improve balance sheet and cash forecasting for the Group to meet external stakeholder requirements and develop Group forecasting of income and expenditure and cash for all subsidiaries
• Support Treasury in the forecasting of trapped and restricted cash forecasts
• Support leadership in coordinating and delivering Long Term Finance Planning, 5yr financial plans (3-statements)
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders in the UK and globally including the SSC, Centres of Excellence and MSP
• Drive the development of a more effective financial planning and forecasting process and lead the implementation of Anaplan, working with the business to increase the effectiveness of the FP&A process in the UK and globally
• Drive a step change in cash and balance sheet forecasting at Group and Entity level
• Drive the implementation of Global FP&A processes and Reporting Tools

Person Specification:

• CCAB Qualified with proven experience delivering and managing in similar FP&A roles
• Strong commercial experience gained in a complex global matrix-managed organisation
• Experience leading teams in organisations undergoing change and driving for growth
• Experience with the appraisal of investment projects
• Experience with implementing new and enhanced financial reporting and MI tools
• Shared Services (SSC) experience
• Development and optimisation of SAP accounting and planning applications i.e., Anaplan

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

• Interim Director of Grants and Philanthropic Partnerships 
• Location: United Kingdom - Candidates can work remotely with occasional travel to the office
• Contract: 1 year FT contract with the possibility of extension  
• Salary: UK £120,000 to £135,000 
• Working pattern: Full-Time initially with the option to go to 4 days after 3 months if required. 

About FILE  

The Foundation for International Law for the Environment (FILE) is a not-for-profit philanthropic organisation working to accelerate legal action on climate change.   

Through grant-making and in-house legal expertise, we empower our partners to deliver strategic, innovative legal interventions and we support lawyers in their own countries to bring their own cases.   

Legal action can unlock the systemic changes in finance, policy and social systems needed to protect all of us from climate change. The power of the law is both direct (changing policy and practice) and indirect (signalling the wider shifts taking place across these systems).  

FILE is a ‘regrantor’ - this means we do not bring legal action in our own name. We receive grants from our philanthropic donors and make onwards grants to partners who align with FILE’s charitable aims and purposes. We do not seek to make any profit from our activities either in a relevant financial year or in the longer term.  

The Role  

We are looking for an inspiring and strategic interim leader to join FILE during a period of organisational transition, as we shape our strategy for the next three years and review our long-term leadership structure. 

This is a strictly interim appointment, created to provide visible senior leadership across our Grants and Philanthropic Partnerships functions while FILE undertakes a wider review of its long-term organisational design and permanent leadership arrangements. 

As Interim Director of Grants and Philanthropic Partnerships, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, partnering closely with the Executive Director, Supervisory Board, and senior leaders to strengthen the connection between our fundraising, donor engagement and grantmaking activities. You will help build an integrated approach across teams, ensure our resources are deployed to maximise impact and long-term sustainability, and support the transition to a new permanent leadership structure. 

This is an opportunity for someone who combines strong relationship-building and leadership skills with a deep understanding of philanthropy, partnerships and systems change, and who is excited by the chance to help shape FILE's future direction at an important moment in our growth. 

The role spans five core areas: strategic leadership, team development and operational excellence, grantmaking strategy and portfolio oversight, strategic fundraising and partnership development, and external engagement and ecosystem stewardship. 

Key Responsibilities  

Strategic Leadership (20%) 
As an interim Senior Leadership Team member during a period of change, you will support the development and delivery of FILE's Strategic Plan, contributing to collective SLT decision-making and accountability. You will advise the Executive Director, SLT and Board on grantmaking, philanthropic partnerships, ecosystem trends and strategic growth opportunities, and lead strategic planning and scenario analysis on funding and grantmaking priorities together with the Interim Finance Director. 

Leadership, Team Development and Operational Excellence (25%) 
You will provide integrated leadership across the Grants and Philanthropic Partnerships functions, acting as their ambassador within the SLT and ensuring their perspectives are visible in senior decision-making. This includes building leadership capability and succession across both teams, ensuring effective governance, performance and accountability frameworks are in place, and fostering a coherent approach to impact, relationship management and organisational learning across the two functions. 

Grantmaking Strategy, Risk and Portfolio Oversight (20%) 
You will provide strategic oversight of FILE's grantmaking approach, portfolio risk, due diligence and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and the evolving needs of the climate legal ecosystem. You will champion grant process improvements and innovative grantmaking approaches, embed JEDI principles throughout grantmaking policies and decision-making, and ensure robust oversight of portfolio performance, impact and learning. 

Strategic Fundraising and Partnership Development (20%) 
You will lead FILE's Philanthropic Partnerships function, co-developing and delivering a long-term fundraising strategy aligned to FILE's priorities and growth ambitions. This includes overseeing funding diversification, major donor engagement, income pipelines and fundraising performance, engaging the Board on partnership opportunities, and fostering an organisation-wide culture of relationship stewardship and resource mobilisation. 

External Engagement, Influence and Ecosystem Stewardship (15%) 
You will represent FILE at the most senior levels with donors, partners and sector stakeholders, positioning the organisation as a trusted voice within the climate philanthropy and climate justice ecosystem.

Key Outcomes  

• FILE's Grants and Philanthropic Partnerships teams implement FILE's strategy in a highly collaborative environment, working effectively with the Strategy team, Communications and the Organisational Development offer.  
• Key functions are supported and enabled for transition to a new permanent leadership structure during a period of change.  
• FILE raises funds to meet its strategic ambition, with strong relationship management, and is viewed by donors as a trusted partner and thought leader.  
• High quality insight and guidance is provided to the Executive Director, Senior Leadership Team and Board across grantmaking and partnerships.  
• Strong risk and resilience approaches are embedded across all grants and partnerships activity.  
• FILE's grantmaking is equitable, inclusive and values driven, with JEDI principles visibly embedded in grantmaking design, decision making and partner relationships.  
• Efficient, adaptable and effective systems, policies and processes are in place across grantmaking and partnerships, reflecting FILE's values and culture.  
• The Board is actively engaged on philanthropic partnerships matters, with Board relationships leveraged effectively to support funder introductions and income development. 
• JEDI principles are championed and embedded across FILE, with the Director of Grants and Philanthropic Partnerships modelling and advancing these values in all aspects of their leadership  

About you  

We know that long lists of criteria can be discouraging and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply. 

We also recognise that skills and experience can be gained in unexpected places, so we welcome applications from candidates who feel they have relevant skills for the role, gained from a wide range of professional, lived and learned experiences. 

Essential criteria 

Technical Skills 

• Significant experience in grantmaking in international contexts, particularly in high risk geographies or settings.  
• Proven experience in donor relationship and funding management, especially within private philanthropy.  
• Demonstrated fundraising experience at a senior level, with a track record of securing significant income.  
• Strong experience in organisational development within the non-profit or philanthropy sector, with the ability to strengthen team capability, resilience and effectiveness. 

Power Skills  

• A visible, values-driven leader who leads through change with confidence, coaches and enables their team, and fosters a culture of collaboration and transparency. 
• Communicates with clarity and confidence at all levels, including Board and executive level, adapting style and language to the audience. 
• A strategic thinker who can hold the big picture while ensuring operational coherence across complex, interconnected functions.  
• Exceptional relationship builder and stakeholder manager, able to engage and align diverse internal and external audiences towards shared goals.  
• Highly collaborative and adaptable, remaining effective and grounded during periods of ambiguity and organisational change. 
• Acts with integrity, exercises strong professional judgement, and actively champions JEDI principles across all aspects of their leadership. 

Location  

We are advertising this role for candidates based (and with the right to work) in the UK and in the Netherlands. Please note that you will see this role advertised in multiple locations but that we are only hiring for one position based in either location, and that we are able to offer collaborative working spaces only in the Netherlands and the UK.  

Please apply to the job post for your preferred location. 

Working for FILE  

FILE is a collaborative community of individuals who share a passion for climate, nature, and justice. We bring together knowledge and experience to support our mission.  

Our people are empowered to lead their work both individually and as part of a wider team in order to make impactful change. As a relatively young organisation with the ambitious mission to change global systems, our roles are ideally suited to those who are strategic, innovative and collaborative, and open to growing in line with the Foundation.  

FILE is committed to challenging systemic injustice. Our ability to do so is strengthened by the diversity of our partners and staff. Our mission, work and impact is global, with staff and partners from across the world and a range of lived experiences. We are actively working to create a culture where colleagues feel welcomed, heard and supported to succeed and thrive.  

How FILE supports its staff  

FILE is committed to creating a workplace that supports our staff to do their best work and develop professionally. FILE offers a generous annual leave policy and additional time-off work to support wellbeing. Amongst other benefits, FILE offers private healthcare, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave, enhanced sick leave, flexibility working remotely and also abroad and a matching contribution to a pension scheme.  

Applications  

Please apply on our website and upload your CV and Cover Letter. This role is open for applications immediately and we accept applications on a rolling basis but we will not accept any applications after 01 July 2026. If you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. 

Representation and Culture  

FILE recognises the under-representation of historically marginalised communities and individuals in climate, nature and philanthropy spaces. We are committed to developing an organisation that represents the world we are looking to protect, and building a culture that supports this.

We are keen to hear from people belonging to communities that are often under-represented in climate justice and philanthropy, including those from the Global Majority, LGBTQIA+ communities, and Disabled communities, as well as others with experience of marginalisation and those belonging to more than one of these communities.

FILE is committed to building policies and practices that ensure no current or prospective employee is discriminated against on the basis of disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

Goodman Masson are partnered with a highly respected, award-winning Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) in North London to find a skilled and proactive Finance Manager.

Educating over 2,500 pupils across a close-knit family of primary and secondary schools, our client is dedicated to providing life-changing opportunities within vibrant, diverse communities. Recently recognised nationally for their exceptional educational outcomes and community outreach, they provide a highly collaborative and supportive central services team environment where your work directly impacts the success of young people.

As the Finance Manager, you will support the monitoring and control of Trust spend, working closely with the Finance Director to successfully manage budgets and incoming resources, whilst delivering the highest standards of customer service to the academies in the Trust and other stakeholders.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day finance transactions, including banking, management accounts review and reconciliation, debtor management and reporting, and the administration and development of the finance system. This includes close working with the Accounts Payable team to ensure robust financial control, compliance and efficiency across all academies within the Trust.

You will provide a stable, flexible and resilient service that supports leadership in delivering value for money and strong financial stewardship across all income streams received by the Trust. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Control & Accounting: Lead month-end close procedures, balance sheet reconciliations, and correction journals. Maintain the fixed asset register and calculate annual depreciation in line with academy financial reporting standards.
• Budgeting & Income Management: Partner with the Finance Director to advise academy budget holders, manage self-generated income streams (including debt management/reporting), and oversee compliance for the 6th form bursary payment process.
• Cash & Compliance: Direct daily banking reconciliations, cash-flow forecasting, and monthly VAT 126 return submissions to HMRC.
• Systems & Operational Support: Act as the super-user and administrator for the Trust’s finance system—providing training to staff and stepping in to support the Accounts Payable team during peak periods.
• Procurement: Oversee the Trust’s centralised contract register to support timely renewals, compliance with procurement policy, and value-for-money principles.
• Audit & Governance: Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and support the internal scrutiny and external annual audit processes by providing clean evidence.
• Academy Partnering: Spend time out at the local academy sites to assist with school trip costings, build visibility, and strengthen financial understanding across the school. 

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Sector Experience: Prior finance experience within an educational setting, academy trust, local authority, or the wider public/not-for-profit sector is highly desirable but not essential.
• Technical Strength: A strong foundation in management accounts preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial control frameworks.
• System Savvy: Excellent IT skills, particularly with modern finance software/ERP systems, and the ability to train/support other users.
• Communication Skills: The ability to explain complex financial matters clearly to academic leaders and senior trustees who may not have a finance background.
• Flexibility: A collaborative mindset with a willingness to travel to different academy locations in North London as required.

The Salary range is £45,000 - £53,000 + Excellent benefits including Local Government Pension Scheme. 

You will be predominately based in the trusts Head Office (Edmonton / Enfield area) with some travel to the academy sites which are local to the office. 

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, therefore please apply ASAP with your CV to ensure you are considered. 

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in growing a major donor programme that directly supports life-changing eye care services in the Holy Land. You will work closely with the Executive Director, UK (EDUK) and senior leadership, including the CEO and Trustees, to contribute to the long-term sustainability of a respected and impactful international charity.

As part of a small, ambitious and collaborative UK team, you will play a major role in shaping and developing the major donor programme, building meaningful relationships with supporters and seeing the tangible impact of your work on patients and communities.

The St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group (SJEHG) is a UK-registered charity delivering expert eye care to the people of the Holy Land, regardless of ethnicity, religion or ability to pay. It operates through two locally-registered charities to provide services in East Jerusalem, the West Bank and Gaza.

Are you a qualified finance professional who enjoys working in partnership with others to turn financial insight into better decisions? Join Shelter as a Senior Finance Business Partner and play a key role in supporting our directorates to plan, prioritise and deliver work that helps end the housing emergency.

About the role

This role will be leading in the financial business partnering needs of our Income Generation directorate. 

Among your responsibilities will be the need to align financial plans to operational and strategic plans and make sure they’re clearly understood by Business Units. Seeing that each Unit is provided with a channel of effective, two-way communication with Finance will be important too. And, when it comes to seeing that they receive regular relevant and useful financial insight and analysis, again, we’ll count on you to deliver. You’ll be working within a great finance department to achieve this, who work as a team of experts to safeguard resources and support decision making across Shelter. We strive to ensure Shelter is financially sustainable in order to achieve our vision of a home for everyone.

Role specifics

We’re looking for a qualified accountant who is confident working with colleagues across an organisation and able to explain financial information clearly to non-finance audiences. You’ll have experience assessing financial risk and producing clear, insightful analysis to support good decision-making. With strong attention to detail, excellent numeracy and solid Excel skills, you’ll be comfortable managing your time, meeting deadlines and reprioritising when needed. Experience of charity finance and working with fundraising teams would be an advantage.

Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

About the team

 Shelter’s Finance Team sits within the Strategy Enablement Directorate, which also includes HR Operations, Technology and Data, and Governance, Planning and Property. The Finance Team consists of 32 people led by the Assistant Director of Finance.

This role sits within the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Team. FP&A produces financial reports and analysis, provides expert advice, and enables collaboration to support effective decision making throughout the charity.

How to Apply

Please click ‘Apply for Job’. You are required to submit your work history and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should include your responses to the points in the ‘About You’ section of the job description of no more than 350 words each. 

Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below in your responses:
 

• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset

Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered.

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

Safeguarding statement

 Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. 

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Head of Finance and Operations for this well-established Charity based in North London

• Location: North London
• Salary: to £65,000 per annum depending on experience  
• Hybrid working: 2 – 3 days a week is required at our offices.
• Working pattern: Flexible working hours, with home and office working
• Reports to: Chief Executive
• Direct reports: Senior Finance Officer 
• Key working relationships: Senior Management Team / Treasurer / Board of Trustees

Purpose of Role

The Head of Finance & Operations is a pivotal senior leadership role responsible for ensuring the financial sustainability, operational effectiveness and strong governance of the charity.

Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Board of Trustees, Treasurer and Senior Management Team, the postholder will lead the charity's finance function whilst overseeing governance, risk, compliance, systems, facilities and business operations.

This is a hands-on role within a lean and ambitious organisation, requiring both strategic leadership and operational delivery. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting organisational decision-making, strengthening infrastructure and ensuring the charity is well-positioned for future growth.

Key Responsibilities
 

Financial Leadership

• Lead financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes
• Develop and manage cashflow, ensuring long-term financial sustainability
• Produce timely and accurate management accounts and financial reports for the CEO, Board and Committees
• Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts and manage the external audit process
• Ensure strong financial controls, compliance and fraud prevention measures
• Support the CEO, Treasurer and SMT with financial insight, analysis and scenario modelling
• Line-manage the Senior Finance Officer to ensure effective financial reporting and controls.
• Develop longer-term financial planning, cash flow and budgeting processes to help shape the future financial direction of the charity.
• Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and fraud prevention controls.

Strategic Leadership & Organisational Planning

• Act as a key member of the Senior Management Team, contributing to organisational strategy and planning.
• Translate financial and operational data into clear, actionable insight.
• Support performance monitoring and organisational decision-making across the charity.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of sustainable growth plans.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and organisational effectiveness.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Lead the coordination of Board and Committee cycles, ensuring meetings are effectively planned and delivered.
• Oversee the preparation and collation of Board and Committee papers, working with SMT colleagues to ensure timely submission of reports.
• Maintain the governance calendar and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory deadlines.
• Attend Board and Committee meetings as required, providing financial and operational insight.

Systems, Data & Information Governance

• Provide strategic oversight of the charity's systems, technology and data infrastructure.
• Lead systems improvement projects to enhance efficiency, reporting and user experience.
• Oversee the charity's CRM, finance systems and reporting platforms.
• Manage relationships with external IT providers and consultants.
• Act as the charity's Data Protection Accountable Person.

Operations, Facilities & Procurement

• Oversee office operations and facilities management.
• Manage supplier relationships and key service contracts.
• Lead procurement processes and ensure value for money across operational expenditure.
• Ensure operational policies, procedures and controls support effective service delivery.
• Support organisational resilience and business continuity planning.

Goodman Masson are working with a prestigious London based University as they a recruit for a new Head of Faculty Finance.

The finance function is currently undergoing an ambitious, institution-wide transformation. As part of a major strategic priority to strengthen financial control, compliance, and process efficiency, they have consolidated their distributed finance teams into a brand-new, centralised business-focused unit. They are now seeking a visionary, high-calibre financial leader to head this newly established division.

The Role

You will report directly to the Director of Finance Business Partnering. You will lead, shape, and embed a newly created team tasked with delivering high-quality, consistent front-line financial support across all internal departments and divisions.

This is a high-profile, transformative leadership role. You will be fully accountable for embedding new ways of working, driving data quality, streamlining processes, and ensuring robust financial management, planning, and forecasting. Furthermore, you will act as a critical advisory partner to senior stakeholders, translating complex financial performance into actionable strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Culture: Lead and inspire a large, newly consolidated team. Create an inclusive, high-performing environment focused on professional development, compliance, and excellent service delivery.
• Operational Excellence: Hold total accountability for the operational finance model. Ensure month-end, year-end, budgeting, and forecasting cycles are delivered with absolute integrity and timeliness.
• Service Transformation: Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, workflows, and processes. Work closely with change management colleagues to integrate streamlined practices and contribute to upcoming ERP system planning and implementation.
• Stakeholder Management: Build trusted, collaborative relationships with senior leadership across diverse organisational boundaries to support robust decision-making.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a resilient, collaborative leader who thrives in complex, large-scale environments. You should possess:

• Professional Qualification: You must be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance role.
• Proven Leadership: A strong track record of managing and developing large teams, with the ability to delegate effectively and foster a collaborative identity.
• Change Management: Clear experience driving continuous process, technology, or people improvements within a complex service delivery model.
• Exceptional Communication: The ability to handle difficult conversations, manage conflicting stakeholder priorities, and articulate expectations with absolute clarity.

Salary range is £85,000 - £98,000 (Depending on Experience) plus excellent benefits including:

• 33 days annual leave (including closure days)
• 14.5% Employer Pension Contributions

The deadline for applications is Friday 3rd of July. Please apply ASAP to ensure you are considered. 

Finance Officer
Full-Time | London | £40,000

Prospectus are delighted to be supporting a wonderful membership body in their search for a Finance Officer. You will be proactive, detail orientated and play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of their financial operations. You will have experience managing payroll, bookkeeping and will be an experienced user of Sage 50. You will be collaborative, a good communicator and comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels. You will bring a high level of accuracy, work efficiently and be able to prioritise effectively.

You will be an experienced Finance Officer, who is AAT or part-qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), or have relevant equivalent experience. As the organisation’s Finance Officer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the charity, with a primary focus on bookkeeping, payroll and banking. You will also contribute to wider financial processes, such as audit support, and helping to strengthen the organisations financial policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain Sage 50 Accounts, including sales and purchase ledgers, and bank receipts/payments
• Process and verify expenses, grants, and prize claims
• Analyse and post credit card transactions
• Manage and process supplier and staff payments
• Perform bank and investment account reconciliations
• Handle accounts queries from staff, trustees, and suppliers
• Prepare monthly payroll and pension contributions
• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register
• Post and update prepayments and accruals
• Support the annual audit process
• Provide ad hoc support to the Finance Director

To Apply Please Submit:

• Your CV, outlining your relevant experience and skills
• A cover letter demonstrating how your experience aligns to the role, and what skills you will bring

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Shannon Sanderson at Prospectus.
 

Due to the rapid expansion of Day One Trauma Support and the recent launch of our three-year strategy, the charity’s infrastructure has needed to respond quickly to meet its changing demands. There is a requirement to ensure that the Finance Department has the right skill set and capacity to provide the support needed by the charity in an efficient and proactive way. 

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Finance Assistant to join our small and dynamic team to work alongside our Director of Finance and Resources and Finance and Operations Manager, along with providing general administrative support to the Finance and Operations Manager and wider team as required to help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the charity. 

Reporting to the Finance and Operations Manager, this role will work as part of the Finance Team to ensure the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, month end reconciliations, preparations for payroll and providing support in the production of management and statutory accounts, and in ensuring the charity’s compliance with financial regulations.You will be comfortable managing competing priorities and working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation.

This role is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills who enjoys working in a collaborative, values-driven environment. 

As part of an expanding and ambitious organisation, there are considerable development opportunities for the successful candidate and the ability to help shape the infrastructure of the charity. 

The post holder’s primary duties and responsibilities are as follows: 

Finance Assistant 

• Process purchase orders, purchase invoices, staff expenses, and payment runs. 

• Raising invoices and maintaining credit control processes. 

• Record and reconcile income received from grants, donations, fundraising activities, and other sources. 

General Office Administration and Operational Support 

• Provide general administrative support to the Finance and Operations Manager and wider team as required. 

• Help coordinate office supplies, equipment, and routine operational requirements. 

• Assist with arranging meetings, preparing documentation, and taking notes where required. 

• Respond to telephone, email, and visitor enquiries, directing queries appropriately when required. 

• Assist with practical operational matters to help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the charity. 

• Undertake other reasonable administrative and operational duties commensurate with the role.

General 

• Build awareness of the charity’s purpose through building strong and effective relationships with external stakeholders. 

• Be prepared to travel across the region and, on occasion, to other sites and national meetings as required. 

• Willingness to undertake continuous development and training for the role, including mandatory Day One and role specific training. 

• Additional ad hoc duties as and when required. 

• Maintain accurate financial records on our accounting software (Xero). 

• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and control accounts on a regular basis. 

• Assist with month-end and year-end finance processes. 

• Provide payroll information to the external payroll provider on a timely basis. 

• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, year-end accounts and financial reports. 

• Assist with budget development, monitoring and reporting where required. 

• Support the annual audit process where required. 

• Respond to finance-related queries from staff, suppliers, funders, and stakeholders. 

• Ensure compliance with charity finance procedures, policies, and relevant regulations and promote these within the charity. 

• Monitor the Finance inbox on a daily basis, responding promptly and professionally to queries, and escalating matters to the Finance and Operations Manager when required. 

• Undertake other finance and administrative duties as required. 

• Ensure all restricted funds income and expenditure is coded correctly. 

• Undertake any required training and development. 

For the full details, please see the attached recruitment pack.

How to apply 

Please send your CV and supporting cover letter to Charity Jobs outlining why you’re interested in the role. Please take your time to explain how your experience is relevant to this post.

Closing date: Sunday 28th June 2026 

Interviews:  

First stage virtual: w/c 6th July 2026 

Second stage in-person, Leeds: w/c 13th July 2026 

Finance Manager

Milton Keynes | Full-time | Hybrid working available

Help shape the next phase of our journey

At the Spinal Injuries Association, we are committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury.

Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life - one they choose, with the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury. Our work is underpinned by strong values of compassion, inclusivity, courage and collaboration.

We are looking for a talented and motivated Finance Manager to join us at an exciting point in our journey. As we are now halfway through delivering our 2030 strategy, this role offers a unique opportunity to play a central part in strengthening our financial sustainability and enabling the association to achieve its long-term ambitions.

About the role

As Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day financial management of the association while driving continuous improvement across our finance processes and systems. Reporting into the Director of Finance and Operations, you will be a trusted partner to budget holders and colleagues across all departments.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading all aspects of financial management, reporting, and controls
• Producing timely and accurate management accounts and forecasts
• Supporting budgeting and financial planning across departments
• Ensuring compliance with charity and financial regulations
• Improving finance systems, processes, and reporting insight
• Supporting and developing colleagues in financial understanding and best practice

About you

We are looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with a collaborative and forward-thinking approach:

• Fully or part-qualified accountant (AAT / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a similar finance role
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate financial information clearly
• Experience improving processes and driving efficiencies
• A proactive, approachable mindset with a passion for enabling others
• Charity sector experience is desirable

Why join us?

• A genuinely supportive and values-led culture
• The opportunity to influence delivery of a long-term organisational strategy
• Flexible and hybrid working options

• Contract: Full time
• Hours: 35 hours a week
• Location: SIA House, Milton Keynes
• Closing date: 6 July 2026, 9am
• Interview date: 1st round: 9/10 July 2026, 2nd round: 14 July 2026, at SIA House, Milton Keynes

If you’re looking for a role where your work will have real impact and you can be part of a purpose-driven association at a pivotal stage in its journey, we’d love to hear from you.

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be expected to follow our hybrid working policy, spending at least three days per week in the office. As a result, applicants should live within a reasonable commuting distance (approximately one hour) of Milton Keynes.

Please ensure your application reflects your own experience and clearly demonstrates your personal contribution. If shortlisted, you will be asked to discuss your application in detail during the selection process.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture.

We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status.

No agencies please.

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a national financial support charity in the search for a new Head of Income Generation. 

This organisation is a national charity tackling financial insecurity and its structural causes. They support people facing financial hardship to access the resources and opportunities they need to thrive, while working to challenge stigma and change the systems that drive financial insecurity.

The Head of Income Generation is a new, pivotal senior leadership role that will be responsible for the development and delivery of income generation. Overseeing all income streams, including high-value fundraising, public fundraising, and revenue from digital product sales, this role will work towards a multimillion-pound income target. Managing an established and exciting team, this role manage five direct reports and work closely with the new Director of Income and External Affairs. 

To be successful as the Head of Income Generation, this person will be able to demonstrate previous experience of leading an income generation function across both high-value and public fundraising. They will have a proven track record of securing income from various donors, and be able to demonstrate strategic input that has led to income growth. 

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know if we can help you with the application process in any way. We are more than happy to make any reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. If you have any disability and would like assistance with completing an application please contact Rhiannon Mehta at Prospectus.

If you are interested in applying to this leadership position, please submit your CV and a covering letter in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.