Job Title: Head of Finance and Administration

Salary: £40,000

Contract: 12-month Contract (Maternity Cover)

Hours: Full-time

Location: Cobham, Surrey
 

We are working in partnership with Painshill Park Trust Ltd who are looking to appoint a Head of Finance and Administration on a 12-month contract (maternity cover)

Painshill is a beautiful award-winning 18th century landscape garden which was created between 1738 and 1773 by the Hon Charles Hamilton. The 158-acre garden receives over 130,000 visitors a year and we operate commercial functions including retail, catering, filming and events to support our visitor offer and we have ambitious plans to grow the business.

The Head of Finance and Administration will provide leadership and senior financial expertise in the organisation and operation of Painshill Park Trust Ltd, and ensure the company's plans and departmental targets are viable and in line with financial business objectives.

• Day-to-day management of income and expenditure, cash flow and balance sheet for both Painshill Park Trust Ltd and its trading company, Painshill Enterprises Ltd.
• Day-to-day management of human resources procedures including recruitment, on and off boarding, remuneration and liaising with external HR provider for technical advice.
• Preparation of management accounts and reports, to specific deadlines, for consideration and reporting to the Board of Trustees and in preparation for audit, in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) Regulations.
• Preparation and delivery of the annual budgeting process, and forecasting, in line with the strategic direction of Painshill.
• Managing payroll process, including PAYE and NI.
• Management of the annual audit process and compliance with Companies House and the Charity Commission regulations, including preparation and submission of VAT and Gift Aid returns to HMRC.
• Working as a member of the Painshill Leadership Team, undertake strategic reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction and increasing income opportunities.
• Provision of regular analytical advice to the Director, through monitoring and interpreting cash flows, predicting future trends and analysing change.
• Line management of the finance and administration team and provision of leadership, coaching and training across the organisation to improve maximum efficiency.

The successful candidate:

We are looking for a qualified accountant with previous charity experience and a good knowledge of SORP.  Equally importantly we are looking for a leader who can work collaboratively with the Senior Management Team, wider team and Board of Trustees. You will be a naturally customer-focused and solution-oriented individual with the ability to multi-task. You will be need to be comfortable influencing senior stakeholders, and making confident, informed decisions, as you will be the number one finance person in the organisation.

To apply please submit your CV and supporting statement as soon as possible, quoting our reference JO1715.For any further information, please contact Jenny Warner.

Closing date for applications: 19 November 2019

First interview date: 25 November 2019

Second interview date: 4 December 2019

Demelza provides specialist care and emotional support for children and young people with terminal conditions and their loved ones, across Kent, East Sussex and South East London.

Every role at Demelza contributes and impacts on our ability to support each child, young person and their family achieve the best possible life, whatever their challenges.

We seek an experienced Head of Finance to work in conjunction with the Director of Finance and Business Planning to lead the central Finance function, based at the Kent hospice site.

As Head of Finance, your responsibilities will include preparing and analysing management accounting information, and assisting with the preparation of annual budgets and statutory accounts.

You will have an accountancy qualification and a good working knowledge of accounting software packages (preferably Microsoft Dynamics NAV) as well as Microsoft Office. Previous line management experience would be desirable.

Your organised and methodical approach to working will ensure that you have a high level of attention to detail. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team. You must be able to demonstrate your ability to adapt and prioritise your own work load as well as assist the Finance team to work effectively.

Apply now to join #TeamDemelza and be part of our passion and dedication to be there when we are needed the most.

Closing Date – Sunday 1st December 2019

Interview Date – Monday 16th December 2019

Global Head of Human Resources                                                                                                                               Circa £60,000 per annum
London, Farringdon

Global Head of Human Resources – The Role

Delivering our mission cannot be done without our people around the world.  They lead our cause with their expertise, enterprise and influence. This role is key to ensuring that our people feel inspired, motivated and empowered every day. At World Animal Protection we are passionate about our people. To advance the delivery of this agenda we are looking for a Global Head of HR with relentless energy who can support the organisation as we move into a new strategic period post 2020.

Having an aligned and positive high performing culture is vital to us delivering our best to protect animals. Working closely with the Global People Director you will lead strategic initiatives to deliver HR aspects of our People Strategy with the aim of transforming World Animal Protection into a world class employer.

You won’t be alone. You will provide leadership and strategic direction to an excellent HR team that values the employee and the organisation. You will ensure they are equipped to support colleagues and continue to be viewed as trusted partners in delivering the organisations goals as we enter a new strategic direction.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a truly exciting and challenging position for an employer that is passionate about the topical global issue of animal welfare. Join us and help move the world to protect animals.

Head of Human Resources – Requirements

· You are a fantastic communicator and an experienced manager able to lead an experienced team to deliver more impact to the organisation.

· Experienced in change management you are able to help guide the organisation (from an HR perspective) into the new strategic period post 2020.

· Your previous experience working at a strategic level coupled with your strong project management experience will enable you to direct and drive key HR initiatives and projects that will drive positive culture change.

· Experienced in stakeholder management you will be an effective coach able to build strong, authentic and productive relationships globally.

· You will be technically experienced able to advise the organisation and your team on all HR matters.

· Above all you will have a strong commitment to the ethos of our organisation.

· CIPD qualified or equivalent relevant experience

How to Apply

If you want to be part of our dynamic organisation and help us move the world to protect animals then please send us a copy of your CV, salary expectation and cover/motivation letters addressing your skills and experience relative to the role to us via the link.

Closing date: midnight 1st December 2019

1st stage interview dates: 16th and 18th December 2019

2nd stage interview dates: 7th and 9th January 2020

Due to the large volume of applications that we receive, we will not be acknowledging receipt of your application.  If you do not hear from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

World Animal Protection is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background.

The successful candidate must have permission to work in the position location by the start of their employment.

Who are we?

We are World Animal Protection.

For over 50 years we have moved the world to protect animals.

We protect animals because we believe a sustainable future for the planet can only be achieved if both animals and people are part of the solution.

We stop the exploitation of wild animals for entertainment and profit. We protect pets and working animals in communities across the globe. We campaign for better farm animal welfare and fight against factory farming. We also help animals when disaster strikes.

Our vision is a world where animals live free from suffering. We are working to help people to see how important animals are to all of us.

We are determined to influence decision makers to put animals on the global agenda and inspire people to change animals’ lives for the better. Today we’re working on projects to end animal suffering by helping governments and communities to protect and care for their animals.

Why Work for us?

We move the world to protect animals globally but there are many other reasons to join our organisation. We are a truly global organisation with offices in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Denmark, India, Kenya, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden, Thailand, UK and USA. We employ over 380 people globally covering campaigns, media, fundraising, operations, finance, administration and human resources.

As well as competitive employee benefits we want our employees to grow with us and build their careers within World Animal Protection and therefore encourage internal applications. We have a strong track record of offering existing staff promotions as well as secondments and position changes within the organisation.

Head of Operations

The Good Food Institute Europe

Helping people, animals and the planet by building a new organisation in Europe to promote plant-based and cultivated meat

Industrial animal agriculture is at the root of many of the most pressing global issues of our time, from climate change and global hunger to antibiotic resistance and the exploitation of billions of animals annually.

The Good Food Institute (GFI) is at the forefront of the movement to use food technology and markets to replace the products of industrial animal agriculture with plant-based and cultivated alternatives. 

We are just getting started in Europe and are looking for a Head of Operations to help build, from scratch, an effective and impactful organisation.

How You Will Make a Difference

Your role will have high responsibility and high impact. Reporting directly to the Managing Director of GFI Europe, you will be in charge of setting up and running the entire day-to-day operations of GFI in Europe, starting with our bases in the UK and Belgium. Your performance in this role has the potential to make a significant impact on how quickly Europe and the world moves to a more ethical and sustainable food system.

Alongside the Head of Operations, we are also recruiting for a Head of Philanthropy and Development. Together with the Managing Director, you will form the nucleus of our new organisation and help to drive concrete change in the European and global food system. We will start off as a small team, and plan to grow in future.

The Head of Operations will:

• Establish and run all aspects of GFI Europe’s operations - building, from the ground-up, an effective, impactful, happy organisation. 
• Work with the Managing Director for Europe to oversee GFI Europe’s establishment as a legal entity and registered charity in the UK. Liaise with the UK Charity Commission to secure charitable status, and ensure ongoing compliance with the Charity Commission’s requirements.
• Ensure GFI Europe is fully legally compliant by liaising with lawyers.
• Establish GFI Europe’s financial presence and ensure banking and accounting needs are met and managed in partnership with an accounting firm.
• Serve as our human resources manager and create and implement GFI Europe’s human resources and payroll system, including maintenance of employee files, hiring and separation protocols, government reporting, grievance procedures, and all other workplace issues. Review and periodically update the GFI Europe Employee Handbook and respond to staff inquiries regarding GFI’s policies.
• Oversee new employee recruitment efforts, including writing job descriptions, evaluating candidates, onboarding and training.
• Negotiate and manage relationships and contracts with lawyers, accountants, insurers, PR agencies, and other service providers.
• Coordinate with GFI colleagues in the USA to ensure compliance with GFI’s financial and legal reporting systems and obligations.  
• Oversee administrative,  IT and technical needs and requirements of the organization, including helping to find and manage office space, etc.
• Organize team retreats and travel.
• Manage a GFI Europe Intern and Fellow Program, including assisting with intern/fellow onboarding and management.
• Assist the Managing Director, providing diary, administrative and research support as required.
• Perform the above duties for both of GFI Europe’s legal entities, in the UK and Belgium. Over time, oversee and drive GFI’s expansion to other countries in Europe, including setting up legal entities and operational systems in those countries.
• Represent GFI Europe in meetings with stakeholders and potentially at public events.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Managing Director. As we are a start-up, you will be expected to help with a wide range of different functions on an ad hoc basis.

Who We’re Looking For

You must have:

• A passion for our philosophy and mission.
• A commitment to building GFI Europe as a successful organisation for the long term.
• At least 2 years of experience in operations, administration, HR, finance or other relevant field (interpreted broadly).
• Comfort working in a new, small, growing and evolving organization.
• A passion for devising and managing effective systems, fixing problems, and ensuring accurate administration.
• A personality that gets enjoyment and satisfaction out of making things run smoothly and ‘making the magic happen’.
• A very strong work ethic and self-motivation; a sense of ownership and responsibility to drive outcomes.

• Excellent people-skills — the ability to communicate, influence, build alliances, network and work well in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work well independently and under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• A positive, can-do, hands-on attitude. You must be willing to help with a range of tasks, some of which will be repetitive and unglamourous, and some of which may be unrelated to your core tasks.
• A high degree of organization and efficiency.

The ideal candidate would also have:

• Experience in successfully managing relationships with lawyers and accountants.
• Experience in successfully setting up a new organisation from scratch - e.g. a UK charity.
• Experience in successfully creating and managing systems in a start-up environment.
• Experience in fundraising and development.
• Ability to communicate well in one or more major EU language other than English. 
• Experience managing a team.

We want the best people and we don’t want biases holding us back. We strongly encourage people of every race, orientation, age, gender, origin, and ability to apply. Because we value a diverse workplace, we prioritize an inclusive climate absent of discrimination and harassment during the application process and after you join the team.

The Fine Print

• Terms of employment: Full-time
• Reports to: Richard Parr MBE, Managing Director of GFI Europe
• Location: Flexible - we will consider applicants from across Europe. You will mainly be working remotely: from your home, or wherever you choose. We will get together in London fairly often for co-working, so you must be willing and able to travel to London frequently (at least once a month, for at least a week at a time). You will also be expected to be able to travel occasionally to other major European capitals, especially Brussels. We are only able to consider applicants who are eligible to work in the EU or UK.
• Salary: Up to £43,000. This figure is based on a hire in London, and will be adjusted to reflect the local cost of living for hires made elsewhere.
• Application Deadline: 15th November. We will be assessing candidates on a rolling basis, so please apply now!
• How to apply: Please *both* send your CV and a cover letter, as email attachments, to europe "at" gfi "dot" org *and* complete this short form: forms.gle/QygY4rLf1DyWBoAr9 (just paste this address into your web browser) - thank you. Your cover letter should concisely explain what motivated you to apply for this role, why you think you’d be a great fit, and which bit of the job description energises you the most. Please also mention how you heard about this role. We really look forward to hearing from you!
• Any questions? Please reach out by email to europe "at" gfi "dot" org. If you’ve read this far but decided not to apply, please feel free to share this job description with someone else in your network who you think might be a good fit for the role! Thank you.

Humanists UK now has a vacancy for an Administration Officer. This is an important role in the organisation that helps keep the office running smoothly in its day-to-day operations. The Humanists UK Administration team plays a vital role in supporting the other departments and sections within Humanists UK, including administering training courses and events; processing new memberships, donations, and shop orders; and acting as the first point of contact for phone calls and visitors. This is a varied role requiring good organisational skills, and the ability to multi-task and remain unflappable!

If this appeals to you, and you’d like to be part of the team, please download the application pack and complete the application form, detailing how you match the individual criteria. The pack has all the information you need — download today!

Applications close on Sunday 24 November

Finance & Data Administrator

The Benevolent is a charity that gives financial assistance and welfare services to people who have worked in the drinks industry. We are looking for a part-time Finance & Data Administrator to provide support for our small, friendly team.

About you

We are looking for someone with good general office admin skills, a head for numbers and an innate empathy with the charity's social welfare work.

Reports to: Finance Manager

Terms of Employment: Part time, 3 days per week 09:00-17:00

Purpose: The Finance & Data Administrator will provide administrative support for the charity's financial management and fundraising, with particular responsibility for maintaining the CRM database.

Essential:

• Good IT, interpersonal and communication skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Flexible approach and a good team player

Desirable:

• Finance / accounting experience
• CRM database experience
• Charity sector experience

Key Responsibilities

• Record financial data using Sage software – sales invoicing, purchase invoices, beneficiary & supplier payments, nominal entries, fixed assets, depreciation, prepayments and accruals.
• Assist with credit control, monthly bank reconciliations, annual budgets, quarterly management accounts, checking monthly expense claims and credit card expenditure.
• Count and record cash raised at events.
• Set up and check online bank payments.
• Record income from fundraising websites including JustGiving, CAF and Paypal.
• Update CRM system with data on individual donors, corporate partners and beneficiaries.
• Be prepared to support administrative tasks relating to the running of the charity including any activities relating to events run by out-sourced event companies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Terms and Conditions of Employment

Role.This is a part time role starting in January 2020

Salary:  £14,400 for 3 days

Pension: 10% of salary contributed by The Benevolent

Life Assurance:Life cover offered at three times annual salary.

Travel: Eligible for interest-free Season Ticket Loan Scheme after probation period (3 months)

Days and Hours of Work: 21 hours per week, 9.00am to 5.00pm Wednesday to Friday (including an hour for lunch). 

Location:The place of employment will be the The Benevolent’s offices in the International Wine & Spirit Centre 39-45 Bermondsey Street London SE1 3XF.

Notice Period: 4 weeks 

Application

Please send a CV and covering letter by 5pm on Wednesday 27th November.

Only applicants who have the right to work in the UK or have a valid visa or work permit for a minimum of 6 months at the time of application will be considered for this role. 

The Benevolent is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 5th December 2019.

Unseen is a UK charity with its headquarters in Bristol. We focus on three main areas as we work towards a world without slavery:

Supporting survivors and potential victims of slavery by providing access to a range of specialist services, enabling them to safely recover and develop resilient independent lives;

Equipping stakeholders by providing training, advice and resources to facilitate the identification and support of potential victims of slavery; and

Influencing systemic changes by using our experience and research to impact and inspire transformation across legislation, policy and society.

We are looking for a full-time Head of Communications to develop and deliver external and internal communications for Unseen. Candidates should have experience of developing and implementing communications strategies with a focus on media and public relations, brand marketing, advertising and digital & social media. This a varied role with plenty of scope for creativity as we communicate the work we do and raise awareness about the issue of modern slavery.

Candidates should possess strong project management skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills and have the ability to develop a range of materials for different target audiences.

The role will be based at Unseen head office, in Bristol.

For further information, please refer to the job description.

The deadline for applications is Friday 22nd November 2019 at 5pm.

Interviews will be held on Monday 2nd December 2019.

Finance Manager

Our partner, has been working to improve health outcomes and strengthen early infant development for a number of years. Through innovative techniques they have seen recorded improvements in treatments & health education, and lower infant mortality in developing nations.  Working in close partnership with prominent development bodies, they are looking to scale their programmes. It is during this interesting time of growth that they are seeking a Finance Manager, on a permanent basis to add capacity to the London-based finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Administering, reviewing and, where necessary, establishing, strong, and detailed systems for documenting and tracking financial transactions for income and expenditure in the UK and overseas. 
• Budget and forecast preparation, accounts administration and other reports as necessary to support financial management and strategic decision making.
• Ensuring that the organisation is legally and statutorily compliant in the UK, and all other countries of operations. This will includes year-end accounts preparation and taking the lead on year-end audit processes.
• Finance business partner working with the fundraising & operations teams in London to support with budget proposal development, monitoring monthly income and expenditure, and report writing; and with the overseas teams in grant compliance, monitoring and reporting.
• Being the main financial point of contact in interactions with donor institutions and/or funders. 
• Overseeing the Finance Assistants in the UK, and supporting with (remote) advice to overseas staff with financial responsibilities.

Person Specification

• Qualified accountant with at least two years' experience post qualification.
• Capable intellectual ability, with the competence to pick things up rapidly.
• Demonstrable experience of accounting for a large project, or numerous projects at the same time.
• Ability to analyse accounting system data.
• Strong analytical & IT skills.
• Excellent finance business partner, able to build effective relationship with peers remotely, developing tools and coaching them as required, but also being able to question figures.
• Flexible, approachable and a good communicator.
• Good eye for detail.
• Written and spoken ability in a second major global language (Desirable).
• Previous overseas experience (Desirable).
• Previous experience working with NGOs and understanding of donor requirements (Desirable)

Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis, and early applications are strongly recommended.

*Please note, this role is open to candidates with a strong technical accounting background and some overseas experience, looking to transition into the not for profit sector. It is an excellent first-time role, and will offer the successful candidate all-round exposure to accounting & financial management, grants compliance and reporting within a growing organisation.  

*This role is only open to those with the right to work in the UK. We will not be able to consider applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Public libraries are a fast changing sector. Last year they had over 277 million visits by users, and 96 million online visits.

This post is an exciting opportunity to support change across the country, by working with the national membership body for libraries which will be delivering major development programmes. We are a small friendly team, and this is a role that will make a real difference to people’s lives.

Projects and Finance Administrator

Fixed term period ending on 31st March 2022.

The role is funded from our core budget and three project grants which are funded for different periods.  As a result the working pattern will reflect this:

From Dec 2019 to end Mar 2021: 28 hours (5 days) per week

From Apr 2021 to end Oct 2021: 21 hours (4days per week)

From Nov 2021 to end Mar 2022:  14 hours (3 days) per week

Location: Home-based or based in our London office, with frequent travel

Application Deadline: 9am on Monday 18th November 2019

Salary: (equivalent to £26,250 full time)

From Nov 2019 to end Mar 2021: £26,250

From Apr 2021 to end Oct 2021: £21,000

From Nov 2021 to end Mar 2022:  £15,750

Applicant Information

About Us – Libraries Connected

Libraries Connected (formerly called The Society of Chief Librarians) has 20 years of experience as the professional body representing the 177 Heads of Library Services in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. LC takes a leading role in the development of public libraries, through sharing best practices, advocating for continuous improvement on behalf of local people, and leading the debate on the future of the public library service.

Our vision is an inclusive, modern, sustainable and high-quality public library service at the heart of every community in the UK. We believe modern public libraries should be the cornerstone of the community and should deliver a diverse spectrum of local needs around information, learning, literacy, employment and digital skills, health, culture and leisure.

LC’s role is to:

• Represent the public library sector nationally, regionally and locally and to communicate the value of libraries to decision makers and to a limited extent to the general public
• Connect partners to local libraries, by brokering national partnerships with a wide range of partners around the delivery of services and for the attraction of funds, by working together and making optimal use of resources
• Improve the provision of local public library services by developing and disseminating standards of best practice, provide training and development for library staff, facilitating a network of library leaders across the UK
• Drive innovation and new thinking around the important role of libraries in a modern society.

Introduction to sector development projects and finance

This is a time of  unperecendented challenge, but also of opportuntiy for the public library network and Libraries Connected have been working with its partners on a range of projects and programmes which will both strengthen and develop the public library sector:

• Transforming Leadership: Leading Libraries: a leadership development programme for emerging leaders within 15 library services. This programme will run from October 2019 – March 2022.
• Accreditation for English public libraries: consulting on and scoping some form of accreditation or standards in a process of co-creation with the sector and key stakeholders. This programme will run from October 2019 – October 2021.
• Novels that Changed the World: a national festival of reading with a focus on disengaged groups, in partnership with the BBC and a network of sector partners. This programme will run from October 2019 – March 2021.

the programmes will be managed by a project manager, working with expert contractors to deliver the programmes of work.

In addition to these development projects, LC also has an ambitious programme of work as a Sector Support Organisation funded by Arts Council England, and as a membership body. We therefore have a multi-stranded income and expenditure budget, with a busy finance system which is managed by our Finance Manager.

Project and Finance Administrator Job Profile

Job Title: Projects and Finance Administrator

Location: home-based or based in our Islington office

Fixed term period ending on 31st March 2022.

Hours and salary:

The role is funded from three project grants which are funded for different periods.  As a result the working pattern will reflect this:

From Dec 2019 to end Mar 2021: 35 hours (5 days) per week

From Apr 2021 to end Oct 2021: 28 hours (4 days per week)

From Nov 2021 to end Mar 2022:  21 hours (3 days) per week

Reports To: Project Manager

Main Purpose: To support the successful delivery of Novels that Changed the World, Transforming Leadership: Leading Libraries and Accreditation for Public Libraries projects.

To support successful management of our finances.

Main Activities: We are seeking a Projects and Finance Administrator to support the successful delivery of the projects and to support our financial processes.

Your Role

• To provide administrative support to the Project Manager and Project Boards
• To efficiently manage and organise project paperwork and relevant data in order to provide clear audit trails and support project reporting and evaluation
• To minute project board and other key project meetings
• To support the Finance Manager, including raising invoices, processing expenses and maintaining budget records
• To organize meetings schedules, venues and catering
• To field queries and comments from the libraries and to provide timely updates on day-to-day matters via Basecamp (our projects platform)
• To engage with participating libraries seeking information as required by projec

Key Relationships

• Is managed by the Project Manager
• Works with the Finance Manager to support effective financial processes
• Works with the Office Administrator, to provide mutual support as needed
• Supports the project boards
• Supports the network of participating libraries and individual library staff

About You - Person Specification 

Experience

• Experience of supporting project delivery in a multi-faceted administrative role
• Experience of managing project paperwork and setting up filing systems
• Experience in finance processes, including raising invoices and processing expenses
• Experience of minuting meetings
• Experience of organising meetings and events including booking venues and catering
• Experience of diary management

Knowledge/ Qualifications

Essential:

• Strong administrative skills
• Knowledge of project management processes

Desirable:

• An understanding of the public libraries sector or other area of public service delivery

Behaviours/ Competencies

• Communicating and Relationship Building - Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to build effective working relationships across a diverse group of stakeholders
• Solutions focused – Takes a highly organised yet pragmatic approach to project management, always focused on solutions and problem solving.
• Planning and Organising – Self managing with the ability to manage multiple and very different strands of work, effectively prioritising activities and time
• Excellent organisational skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and ability to field queries and issues

Professional Skills

• Confident user of MS Office Tools, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Confident use of Basecamp (or equivalent) as the project communication platform
• Confidently numerate, and ability to manage financial information including via spreadsheets and finance databases

Circumstances

• Travel within the UK will be required.
• This role can be home-based or based in our Islington office. The post holder will need to spend some time in the office
• It is possible to negotiate flexible working across the week

How to apply

• Please email your CV and a covering letter, setting out relevant experience and how you fit the person specification in this role description by 9am on Monday18th November 2019

Working Hours:  Standard working hours are 37.5 per week, and a standard work pattern of 9 am to 5.30 pm with an hour for lunch.  For this role, flexible working arrangements are possible if agreed in advance, with core hours of 10 am to 12 noon, and 2 pm to 4 pm.

Holidays:  25 days per year (for full time roles).  LC reserves the right to nominate up to 4 days between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day as designated holidays which employees are required to take from their holiday entitlement. Carry over of holiday from one holiday year to the next is only allowed in exceptional circumstances and if agreed well in advance. 

Pension:  Employees will be auto enrolled in an approved pension scheme that is managed under a Pension Master Trust arrangement. LC will contribute 5% of qualifying earnings and match employee contributions of 5%. 

Sick Pay:  Arrangements for payment during periods of sickness absence are as follows:

• 0 – 6 months service: Statutory Sick Pay only
• 6 months to 2 years’ service: 4 weeks full pay
• 2 years to 5 years‘ service: 4 weeks full pay & 4 weeks half pay
• More than 5 years’ service: 8 weeks full pay & 8 weeks half pay.

The Women’s Equality Party is a collaborative force in British politics uniting people of all ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities, genders and beliefs in the shared determination to see women enjoy the same rights and opportunities as men – so all can flourish. WE challenge other parties through our campaigns and policy proposals as well as at the ballot box.

The Finance and Operations Manager will report to the Chief Operating Officer and will work to ensure the effective management of the Party’s finances and will have lead responsibility for the Party’s compliance with electoral law and other regulations. This will involve working with the Party Treasurer, central office staff, other Party officers and suppliers to ensure their actions in relation to the Party are compliant with the law. The Finance and Operations Manager will also oversee central office management, including facilities, systems and processes and will line manage the Administration Officer. Transaction processing is an essential part of this but the position has enormous potential for variety, challenge and career development for the right person.

WE are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual with both a financial and administrative background. The successful candidate will have a passion for financial management and administration combined with an affinity for rules and regulations, and either experience of managing finances or compliance within a political party or a proven ability to quickly acquire the required knowledge. Our preferred candidate will have experience in using and maintaining Xero or an equivalent accounting software, strong attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and an investigative nature.  In addition, they will be adaptable, able to work within the unpredictable environment of UK politics, committed to equality and excited by the prospect of changing British politics.

The Women's Equality Party is dedicated to achieving equality for all and our feminism is intersectional. We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that represents the diverse communities that we serve, although unfortunately our current offices are not wheelchair accessible.

Job Description

Finance

• Maintain the Party’s finances and accounts on Xero, including:
  • Purchase ledger
  • Income processing
  • Reconciliations
  • Month End
  • Cash/Bank reconciliation and reports

• Produce financial reports as requested, for the COO and Executive Committee with supporting information and forecasts as required
• Liaise with external accounting services and support the production of quarterly management accounts for Executive Board 
• Support Treasurer to file accurate and compliant VAT returns, quarterly donation reports, weekly pre-poll reports and campaign spending returns on time
• Maintain effective financial procedures and support the production of annual audited accounts and returns
• Support Department Heads to set and manage their budgets
• Manage payment systems, including GoCardless, Stripe and Paypal
• Work closely with the membership team to ensure proper reconciliation of finance and membership records and compliance with GDPR
• Support the development of annual budget based on strategic priorities, trends and projections and assist the COO in developing a business plan to maintain the financial health and sustainability of the organisation
• Support Branch Treasurers to manage branch finances and submit quarterly returns to Central Office
• Assist with online fundraising tools

Compliance

• Monitor and maintain systems for ensuring compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies and report back to business functions on current risk and compliance performance
• Train and support local Treasurers and branches in compliance to support financial independence, elections and fundraising
• Prepare internal information in response to regulatory requests
• Oversee organisational compliance with GDPR for finance and operations data and oversee the collection of data and data protection controls across all areas and systems
• Oversee and coordinate Risk Register reporting and review to the Executive Committee

Office Management

• Manage effective relationships with suppliers and contractors to ensure effective service delivery and risk management
• Manage staff and volunteers including effective performance management of the Administration Officer through regular supervision and annual appraisals
• Manage the development and implementation of new administrative systems, such as record management, to ensure the efficient running of the office
• Conduct reviews and evaluations of contracts and suppliers and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Ensure the condition of the office is maintained and necessary repairs are arranged, as well as managing the office layout and office supplies, insurance policies and health and safety policies and practices
• Managing the relationship with our outsourced IT provider to ensure requirements are met and that the servicing and maintenance of our IT is up to date
• Support the recruitment and induction processes, including setting up new starters and facilitating leavers.
• Ensure maintenance of contracts and assets register

To apply for this role, please submit to us:

• an up-to-date CV,
• a statement of interest addressing the requirements of the person specification, and saying why you want to work for the Womens Equality Party.
• an equal opportunities monitoring form (optional)

Please note that applications will not be considered without a statement of interest specifically tailored to this post and the Party.

Please submit your application no later than 9am on 2nd December 2019.  Interviews will be held on 6th or 10th December 2019

Further details about the post and the Party are on our website.

About us

Crisis is the national charity for homeless people. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it.

Lack of work is a major cause and consequence of homelessness. The purpose of the Employment Services Team is to tackle this head on by supporting homeless people into meaningful, sustainable employment. Having a job brings self-respect and independence and is a crucial step towards a better quality of life, stability and leading onto a home.

About the role

The Employment Services Team Administrator will provide administrative support to the Employment Services Team and Housing Team (1 day per week), which will include the administration of systems and employment and pre-tenancy courses, to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the office as well as supporting the team using petty cash and credit card.

This role is a fixed term contract ending in May 2020.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have experience of working within administration in a busy environment, providing a high standard of customer service and have the ability to deal effectively with conflicting priorities and maintaining accurate financial and non financial records.

You will have strong administrative skills including using all Microsoft packages, be solution focused, resilient, have a high level of attention to detail and excellent organisation and prioritisation skills with the ability to successfully manage a busy and diverse workload.

The post holder will have excellent interpersonal skills, an understanding of the issues faced by homeless people and socially excluded groups, as well as the ability to deal with challenging situations and individuals with a range of needs.

Benefits

As a member of the team you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

· Interest free loans to purchase a train season ticket or a bike or for a deposit to secure a tenancy
· Mandatory pension scheme, with an employer contribution of 8.5%
· 25 days’ annual leave which increases with service to 28 days

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career.

How to apply

If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please visit our website to apply online. 

Closing date: Sunday 17th November (23:59)

Interviews: 28 November 2019

We value diversity, promote equality and encourage and applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness.

Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094

Are you an experienced Charity Finance Manager?

Do you want to be part of an expanding charity were everyone is fully committed to growth and an important cause?

Harris Hill Charity Recruitment would like to draw your attention to a new vacancy we currently managing with a fantastic charity. The organisation does amazing work supporting women to take back control of their lives after suffering domestic abuse.

Due to the sensitive nature of the charity’s work this vacancy is open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).

Job Title: Finance Manager
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: London
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 per annum

Summary

The Finance Manager is responsible for providing accurate financial information to support managers, key budget holders and the board to make decisions.

As an experienced manager you will have experience of financial management, well run administrative systems, have a proven ability to motivate and be part of an effective team.

You will have excellent communication and organisations skills, be proactive and solution focussed.

Financial Management Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the work of the Finance Officer.
• Oversee the timely operation and upkeep of accounting systems in accordance with financial procedures and ensure the Management Accounts are produced monthly.
• Review all reconciliations carried out by the Finance Officer to ensure completeness.
• Work with the Head of Finance to ensure efficient financial management and planning systems, ensure that financial reports effectively inform business development and fundraising strategies and that the organisation demonstrates value for money across all activities and services.
• Review and analyse financial reports with the Programme Managers, on trends and performance against budget, to inform management decisions and strategic planning processes.
• With the Finance Officer support the Head of Finance, CEO and Trustees to ensure efficient preparation of the annual financial accounts and budget, and the effective production of financial information to support funding bids, tenders and the generation of new income.

If you would like to receive further information for this role, with full details of how to apply, please send your CV or call Belton Bass at Harris Hill. I look forward to speaking with you about this exciting opportunity. 

About Soundabout:

Soundabout is a charity that uses music to empower and unlock the potential of people with profound and multiple learning disabilities. The charity leads the provision of training and delivery of music-centred approaches to working with people with severe, or profound and multiple disabilities. We work across the UK in a variety of settings such as special schools, early years’ environments and care services. Our head office is based at the Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot, Oxfordshire. 

We have a small core office team and a growing body of freelance practitioners who are the creative, delivery force of our work.

The Role: The Finance Manager leads the financial management of the charity, supported by the Business Administrator who delivers the day to day book-keeping and financial administration. The Finance Manager’s key purpose is to oversee the Soundabout’s finance function, providing higher level strategic support for the CEO and Trustee Board anddeveloping the charity’s finance and accounting policies and procedures effectively. You will produce management reports in line with Soundabout’s reporting framework, lead the preparation of the quarterly Trustee reports, to prepare the annual statutory financial statements and lead the relationship with the Charity’s external auditors.

The Candidate:

This role requires practical, hands-on experience of delivering the wide range of finance and accounting services required by a small business or charity; an excellent understanding of Accounting Principles; a knowledge of charity SORP and charity statutory accounting are highly desirable; solid experience of the audit and preparation of annual financial accounts are essential; you must already hold a full qualification in either ACCA, ACA or CIMA; practical experience of preparing management and statutory reports is required; and experience of advising senior leadership on finance matters to inform strategic planning.  

You will be highly motivated by the charity’s work using music to unlock the potential of people with profound and multiple learning disabilities; have a sound working knowledge of Quickbooks and Microsoft Excel; strong attention to detail, producing work with a high level of accuracy; excellent written and oral communication skills and an ability to use information effectively and apply sound judgement in order to make decisions.  You will be adaptable and organised in prioritising workloads; work effectively to deadlines and ensure your team can do the same with minimum supervision and demonstrate integrity, understanding the care needed with sensitive information.

Finance Officer (Maternity Cover)

This is a full-time role, however we are happy to talk flexible/part-time working for a suitably qualified/experienced candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, highly organised, biller, credit controller and payer to join our Finance & Resources team.Reporting to the Head of Finance and Resources, you will play an important role in ensuring that ICNARC’s finances are managed effectively and in line with accounting principles and standards. This role is based in our office in Holborn, London.

In this role you will:

• Bill our NHS customers for annual subscription and ad-hoc fees.
• Chase our debtors for outstanding payments.
• Process payments, including coding, to all our suppliers including the preparation of BACS payment runs.

• Process daily bank account receipts and payments and support the reconciliation of bank accounts to the general ledger at month and year-end.
• Support the preparation of year-end schedules for annual accounts and statutory audit.
• Contribute to the maintenance and update of procedures in the Finance Handbook.
• Support the office management as required.

What you’ll need to succeed

In order to succeed, it is essential that you have extensive experience in billing; experience in dealing with NHS customers; paying suppliers and processing bank transactions. You will be confident in the use of accounting packages and MS Excel and Word. We are a small Finance & Resources team so flexible working is essential to support the team. As the role is internal and external facing, excellent interpersonal skills are essential. Charity experience and studying towards or holding a part/full finance qualification is desirable.

How to apply

To apply for the role, please email your CV, Covering letter and Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form via our careers website. 

Closing date: 22 November 2019 at noon

Interview date: 26-27 November 2019

Start date:                  As soon as possible

“We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships."