Quaker Social Action is a charity and a limited company, founded in 1867, to address poverty and social exclusion. We are based in east London and support around 3,000 people each year through a diverse and innovative range of practical projects.

We are seeking an ambitious head of operations to play a central role in shaping the strategic and operational direction of QSA. Joining the senior leadership team at our office in Bethnal Green, you will be a dynamic thinker, possessing a strong people-focus and a passion for maintaining organisational wellbeing.

You will oversee all service delivery, supporting project teams to ensure we are meeting the strategic vision for each area of our work. This responsibility will include taking a lead on QSA’s impact, using a well-tested structure to capture evidence and reflect upon our practice. The role will report directly to QSA’s director, who you’ll work closely with to provide effective and appropriate accountability to the board, whilst taking the lead on strengthening QSA’s systems and processes.

This is an excellent opportunity within an organisation that is small enough to see the direct benefit of your endeavours. We are looking for an exceptional person who is motivated by contributing in a pivotal role at an organisation with a reputation for delivering work of the highest standard.

Visit our website or download the job pack to apply.

Purpose of Post

FACT’s mission is to enrich lives and shape the future through Film, Art and Creative Technology. You will be joining our team at an exciting time in the organisation’s development! The Head of Development will work closely with the CEO/Director, who joined the organisation in May 2019, and the new leadership team to identify, develop and implement opportunities for income generation in line with FACT’s Business Plan.

This role will be particularly focused on diversifying and growing income to help strengthen FACT’s business model, coordinating our upcoming Band 3 Arts Council England National Portfolio application, and leading on our capital fundraising campaign. The role will also be key in managing stakeholders including: local government, public funding distributors, trusts and foundations, EU funding, corporates and other strategic relationships.

The Head of Development will lead the Senior Management Team in the coordination and management of all bid writing and fundraising across the organisation, and take a lead role in the development, implementation and management of initiatives to maximise both contributed and earned income.

How to Apply

Please download the full job description and equal opportunities form. To apply, please send a detailed letter outlining why you are interested in the post and how your experience fits our requirements, plus a CV and a completed equal opportunities form.

Deadline

Sunday 29 March at midnight

Interviews

Interviews will take place on Monday 6 or Wednesday 8 April 2020.

A Transactions Processing Manager required to manage a large team (40) in Central London - payroll, AP and AR.

Your new company:
A social care charity with an income in the hundreds of millions, this organisation has a tremendous impact. The organisation has reach throughout the UK and is very much a household name. They have a large finance team based in Central London.

Your new role:
The Head of Transactions Processing will manage the team (over 40 people in total, 3 direct) which encompasses payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable along with the purchase card administration and expenses. The team manages high volumes of transaction processing including: Purchase order processing, purchase invoices, expenses, other payments, purchase card administration, generating miscellaneous sales invoices, income processing and payroll.

This role is focused on leading and developing the central processing team in the delivery of an effective and efficiently operating processing centre ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. Developing the central processing finance function both in terms of people management and their development as well as introducing process improvements and ensuring operational effectiveness.

• Oversee all the transaction processing activity ensuring controls are in place.
• Motivate, manage and develop the large processing team (over 40 people)
• Support efficiency through the measurement of the KPIs and by seeking and delivering process improvements. Implement best practice and develop frameworks to reduce waste and to develop a culture of continuous improvement

What you'll need to succeed:

• Extensive experience, including management, in two of the following areas; Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable
• Experience in managing a large processing centre or shared service in a large and complex organisation (a team of at least approx 20 people direct/indirect)

What you'll get in return:
This is a large and complex organisation with opportunity for progression and challenge. They offer flexibility and work life balance. The organisation has a competitive pension scheme offering up to 12% employer contribution.

What you need to do now
Please apply ASAP to be considered because this client is likely to interview before the closing date.

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The succesful candidate will manage an exciting portfolio of services supporting older and vulnerable people in Lewisham and Southwark, and help us to develop innovative and effective new services.

The Director of Services will support the CEO to ensure the future development of AUKLS by leading the provision of high quality, relevant services to older and vulnerable people across the two boroughs. The post holder will work with a collaborative team approach, involving all staff and valuing their contribution. The post holder will provide clear direction and leadership which supports and delivers our strategic goals.

Please note: This role will be based at our offices in Southwark and Lewisham.

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A Transactions Processing Manager required to manage a large team (40) in Central London - payroll, AP and AR.

Your new company:
A social care charity with an income in the hundreds of millions, this organisation has a tremendous impact. The organisation has reach throughout the UK and is very much a household name. They have a large finance team based in Central London.

Your new role:
The Head of Transactions Processing will manage the team (over 40 people in total, 3 direct) which encompasses payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable along with the purchase card administration and expenses. The team manages high volumes of transaction processing including: Purchase order processing, purchase invoices, expenses, other payments, purchase card administration, generating miscellaneous sales invoices, income processing and payroll.

This role is focused on leading and developing the central processing team in the delivery of an effective and efficiently operating processing centre ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. Developing the central processing finance function both in terms of people management and their development as well as introducing process improvements and ensuring operational effectiveness.

• Oversee all the transaction processing activity ensuring controls are in place.
• Motivate, manage and develop the large processing team (over 40 people)
• Support efficiency through the measurement of the KPIs and by seeking and delivering process improvements. Implement best practice and develop frameworks to reduce waste and to develop a culture of continuous improvement

What you'll need to succeed:

• Extensive experience, including management, in two of the following areas; Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable
• Experience in managing a large processing centre or shared service in a large and complex organisation (a team of at least approx 20 people direct/indirect)

What you'll get in return:
This is a large and complex organisation with opportunity for progression and challenge. They offer flexibility and work life balance. The organisation has a competitive pension scheme offering up to 12% employer contribution.

What you need to do now
Please apply ASAP to be considered because this client is likely to interview before the closing date.

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Re-engage organises free social gatherings - tea parties and other gatherings and outings - for people aged over 75 who live alone and experience loneliness. Groups meet monthly and friendships are formed. As the population ages, the need for our service will grow significantly.

About the role  

We are looking for leaders who will work together across the UK in a role that will be part of shaping the culture and work of Re-engage to eradicate loneliness and isolation for older people and deliver a first class volunteer experience. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating our services which are mostly volunteer- led. You will achieve this by inspiring and coaching your regional teams to forge funding and development partnerships in their local settings that will ensure our local programmes are funded and delivering the greatest impact for the people we serve.

 About you   
You will need excellent team leadership/management and effective communication and interpersonal skills to manage the service in a large area and oversee the development of our work for the future.  You will also have:   

• Knowledge of the region and national, regional, and local referral partners and funders. 

• Demonstrable experience of managing operational matters at senior level in line with excellent knowledge of best practice, budget management, and strategic planning.

• Excellent people management, able to drive the best performance from teams and individuals

• The ability to manage processes in a timely and effective manner, negotiating strong outcomes, problem solving and developing excellent working relationships

• The ability to plan effectively and in a timely fashion, prioritising where to spend time and resources so that deadlines and targets can be met

• The ability to determine effective and persuasive strategies, in daily work, as well as in contributing to the wider direction of the charity

• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills, able to analyse situations and focus on achieving solutions or ways forward

• The capability to collect, analyse and use data to drive and improve services 

• A demonstrable ability to communicate effectively at all levels both internally and externally

• Proven ability to prioritise, work on own initiative, and deliver desired results

• Ability to deal well with deadlines and conflicting priorities

• Use of own car (insured for business use) and a clean driving license are required.

• This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service/Protecting Vulnerable Groups check. 

This role is home-based, but we expect our Head of Engagement to be based in or within a reasonable commute of a major population centre  

You will be part of our UK-wide management team of four, currently led by the Chief Executive. 

This is a permanent role after satisfactory completion of probationary period 

Start April/May 2020 but we are happy to be flexible for the right candidate. 

Salary: from £33,000

Holidays 26 days per year plus public holidays pro rata. 

Head of Business Development

• Full time (37 hours per week)
• £51,324 pa plus 6% pension contribution
• Permanent
• 25 days annual leave
• Office base: London based

Clinks is the national infrastructure charity supporting charities and social enterprises working with people in the criminal justice system and their families in England and wales.  We have been providing this support since 1997 and we’re proud of our achievements on behalf of a sector which provides vital support to people in increasingly difficult situations at a time of challenge and opportunity in their lives.

We are currently hiring for two new senior roles in our team and want to hear from talented people who are committed to doing what they can so that people in the criminal justice system and their families can rely on a vibrant and well supported voluntary sector. The environment we work in is tough and providing ever increasing challenges.  We are looking for two people who love a challenge, believe in the potential of everyone given the right support and also believe that voluntary organisations play a crucial role at the heart of our criminal justice system.

Our Head of Business Development will enable Clinks to generate income in a way that will allow us to deliver on our ambitious plans to support the sector now and into the future.  They will work across the charity to develop our ways of working to identify and develop programmes of work as well as a robust and comprehensive income generation strategy.  They will be a member of our senior management team. 

Deadline for applications 9am Friday 27th March

Interviews will be held in Central London on Tuesday 7th April

We are looking for a talented, passionate and ambitious Service Manager to lead our Lewisham services, driving continuous improvement and supporting people experiencing mental health issues towards positive, sustainable change.

Equinox Lewisham work across 6 sites and providing high, medium and low residential and floating support for service users who have been diagnosed with mental health conditions. Our clients include those who have a forensic history and those who may be coming into contact with mental health services for the first time via Early Intervention Services.

We offer step-down supported accommodation and continue to support individuals as they move through our service into lower-support accommodation and onto independent living within the community.

As the Service Manager you will have responsibility for all aspects of managing the service efficiently and effectively. You will give overall leadership, direction and guidance to a team of 10 staff as well as volunteers to enable the provision and development of high-quality services in line with the Social Interest Group’s Mission, Values and Strategy.

You will have experience of managing and motivating staff, holding them accountable whilst ensuring they are equipped with the skills and support to thrive. You will have the resilience to address challenges and the strategic vision to maximise the effectiveness of the resources at your disposal.

You will maintain a culture of learning and development through supervisions, appraisals and continuing professional development processes. You will ensure a coaching approach to line management is implemented throughout your team and adopted by frontline staff when supporting service users.

You will be responsible for contract compliance, supporting your team to ensure they meet or exceed contract performance targets and achieve positive outcomes for their service users. You will be responsible for reporting our performance to our commissioners and executive team in a clear and timely fashion, taking swift action to address any areas of underperformance. You may also be required to contribute to reports to Penrose’s Board of Trustees. The role requires some experience of designing or delivering improvement plans and creating a wider culture of continuous improvement.

Knowledge of mental health, excellent communication skills and being able to develop strong working relationships with your team, commissioners and other key stakeholders will be vital to the role. You will have some interest in both policy and business development, working with the Head of Services to identify and secure new sources of income. An understanding of budgeting and financial reporting will be helpful as you ensure your service is delivered within budget.

You will have a passion for Service User Involvement, enabling and empowering our clients to meaningfully input to the design and delivery of the service. You will possess a belief that everyone can turn their life around regardless of past or present circumstances. You will have an ability to motivate and inspire, and a keen eye for detail.

Although the role will predominantly work normal office hours, some flexibility to cover evening and weekend shifts will be required.

What we offer in return

• Excellent core and on-going training aligned with personal development plan
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Medi-cash which includes the following:
• Discount gym membership
• Routine eye tests, glasses and contact lenses
• Dental treatment via NHS or Private
• Physiotherapy, Indian Head Massage and a range of other therapies
• 25 days holiday increasing to 26 days after 2 years and increasing 1 day per year up to 30 days annual leave
• Life Assurance

An international development organisation based in South-West London is currently seeking a Head of Commercial Financial Analysis to join their expanding central finance team. This newly created position will be responsible for driving and implementing efficiency and change in the way the organisation advises their corporate services partners on new and current business cases. You will work on high value business cases (national and global) and advise SMT and Executive team members on appropriate strategies. Your duties will include (though will not be limited to) the following:

• Develop and analyse new business opportunities and tenders (ranging values from low to high value)
• Present business cases to SMT and Executive team members
• Develop financial modelling and business case templates for potential business opportunities
• Identify inefficiencies in current processes and implement improvement strategies as applicable
• Create and maintain complex financial models in support of relevant business cases

You will be an experienced financial analyst with strong technical modelling skills and an ability to business partner with a variety of non-finance stakeholders. CCAB qualified or equivalent - experience in the charity's sector is not mandatory though may be an advantage.

Please note that the position will likely be offered on a fixed-term basis initially with a strong likelihood of permanent being available thereafter.

Your new company:
A large faith based organisation based in Central London. The organisation have a group structure with several entities within the group. The Finance Operations department is a shared services function working across the group to provide a comprehensive, cost-effective finance service to each organisation, and helping to co-ordinate joint projects where appropriate. Finance Operations incorporates transaction processing, financial and management accounting, SAP systems support, payroll and procurement.

The finance team operate from a shared service centre and they have recently identified the need to improve some of their systems and processes which has created the need for the role of Operations and Change Manager.

Your new role:
The Finance Operations and Change Manager is a critical role working across the Finance Operations team to develop and enhance our processes, driving efficient working practices and improving service quality. The role is responsible for designing and implementing improved processes within an appropriate control framework, setting appropriate service delivery standards for each team and developing tools to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement. The Finance Operations and Change Manager will lead a range of improvement projects across the Finance Operations team to drive efficient working practices and improve service quality.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Qualified Accountant
• Strong process design skills
• Strong influencing and persuasive skills
• Considerable experience in leading and delivering successful change, improving processes and ways of working within a team and with other teams
• Good understanding of best practice financial processing techniques and up-to-date with relevant technology solutions
• Experience of project management using a recognised project management methodology
• Experience of end-to-end business process mapping, able to produce clear and accurate documentation to underpin process redesign activities

What you'll get in return:
This is an opportunity to work with a large organisation and also to make critical changes to the organisation. The organisation offers good work life balance and a competitive package of benefits. There is also a very strong possibility that the contract will extend or even become permanent.

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Senior Finance Manager

Location: South London Region

Salary details: £50,000- £60,000 per annum depending on experience + career average pension scheme + other benefits

Contract: Permanent, full time 37.5 hours per week

Closing date: 27 March 2020

Are you a strong Finance leader who has a hands-on attitude? Do you want the opportunity to shape the financial output of the schools in your region?

If so we want to hear from you!

We have an exciting opportunity to join Ark as a Senior Finance Manager responsible for schools within our South London cluster.

About the role:

As Senior Finance Manager, you will be an integral part of the team responsible for ensuring high standards of financial management. You will be responsible for the operational finance of 3 academy schools in the boroughs of Lambeth, Southwark and Greenwich all within the wider South London region.

This is a role where you have the opportunity to have input into the consolidation of the region’s school reports, regional analysis and projects.

You will also have the chance for regular networking with wider finance professionals across the Ark network to share best practice along with exposure to key educational professionals and senior leaders in order to help merge the finances of the schools.

About you:

A financial professional with excellent communication skills and experience of building good relationships with other financial professionals, key contacts, suppliers and across the leadership teams.

Possess strong finance experience and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail ideally within education or a large or complex organisation.

You will have the ability to analyse and interpret complex information and prepare and deliver briefings and or presentations.

Excellent IT skills, with specific skills using Microsoft Office applications.

You will proudly represent Ark schools.

About us:

Ark is an international charity, transforming lives through education. We exist to give every young person, regardless of their background, a great education and real choices in life. In the UK, we are a network of 37 schools, educating around 27,500 pupils in areas where we can make the biggest difference. Through Ark Ventures, we incubate, launch and scale initiatives that address some of the most intractable issues in education and society, both in the UK and around the world.

We offer:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Rising to 29 days after 2 years of service and then again to 30 days after 3 years of service 
• Finance manager training and network days once a term in addition to access to other training and development
• Access to Ark Rewards scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers, interest-free loans available for season tickets or a bicycle and gym discounts offering up to 40% off your local gym

How to apply:

Apply with a CV and cover letter on our online recruitment portal.

Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to close this vacancy if we find the right candidate.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
 

The Centre for Global Equality is looking for a self-motivated, highly organised individual with excellent people skills to be our finance and administration lead.

Terms

• Role: Finance and Operations Manager
• Rate: £28,000 – £35,000 p.a. full-time equivalent, dependent on experience
• Basis: permanent - full-time, part-time or flexible
• Location: Cambridge, UK
• Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in the UK

About CGE

The Centre for Global Equality (CGE) is a UK charity that evolves innovative approaches to solving global challenges relating to food, water, health, work and the environment. Drawing on capacity in one of the world’s leading universities and companies in the Cambridge Cluster (one of the most successful entrepreneurial ecosystems in Europe), we facilitate collaborations between public and private sectors, academia and civil society.

Our offices are based in central Cambridge, but our reach is global.

This is a key role in our leadership team as we seek to expand our programmes. Candidates will be joining the organisation at an exciting time in its evolution.

The role

The Finance and Operations Manager will be responsible for managing CGE’s finances and ensuring the smooth operation of all the administration systems required to support the organisation in its programme delivery activities.

Financial management key responsibilities include

• Maintaining the accounting system (Xero) becoming the in-house expert.
• Assisting in the drafting of, and adherence to, financial and administrative policies and procedures.
• Maintenance of all ledgers (bank/sales/purchase) to monthly trial balance.
• Preparing monthly management accounts including project accounts, and quarterly reports for the Board of Trustees.
• Assisting in the year-end process and CGE’s auditor in the preparation of statutory accounts.

Operations key responsibilities include

• Ensuring effective administration of CGE’s organisational and content management systems.
• Facilities Management - ensuring effective day-to-day running of the office and meeting rooms, including management of health and safety.
• Management of relationships with external suppliers and service providers.
• Assisting in the recruiting and managing of project staff, interns and volunteers.
• Be the first point of contact at the office and provide general support.

Person specification

With a professional approach to everything you do, and someone who thrives on challenge, you will be trust-worthy and approachable, with the ability to prioritise workloads. You are also likely to

• Be highly organised with excellent time-management skills.
• Be able to work fast and accurately under time pressure.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and a friendly, enthusiastic personality.

The key skills and experience required for this role are

• At least three years’ experience in a similar financial and administrative role. Previous use of Xero would be an advantage but is not essential.
• Preferably hold a recognized accounting qualification, such as AAT.
• The ability to prepare project costing reports.
• The ability to work to a tight time-table and prepare financial reports and ad hoc information on request.
• Very good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience of line-managing and development of staff.

Terms and Conditions

• This post is subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment of the Centre for Global Equality.
• The Centre for Global Equality is an equal opportunities employer.
• The right to work in the UK is required.

Application procedure

To apply for this role please email a CV and covering letter to Dr Lara Allen by 09.00 on Monday the 30th of March, 2020. Interviews will take place between the 1st and 3rd of April, 2020.

About us

Age UK Bexley is a critical charity in the delivery of services and support to older people across the London borough of bexley. With people over 65 constituting nearly 20% of the local poplulation the charity occupies a central role in campagining for and investing in resources key to a positive later life for Bexely's residents.

The charity has undergone fundimental change in the last two years, and is about to embark on a new areas of development with a move to a new headquarters and growth of  services and community profile. 

About the role

The finance and operations managers role will be fundimental  supporting planned changes to the charity's form and functions. You will oversee the charity's financial systems, work with its senior staff and support the CEO in building the financial and operational resilience central to ensuring the charity's sustainability.

Principle responsibilities will include:

• To manage and oversee key financial and operational governance central to the sustainable delivery and development of the charity’s services
   
• To ensure that these services comply with any statutory, regulatory and/or contractual requirements against which the charity is governed
   
• To support the annual business planning process by implementing robust management reporting and assist the CEO in developing systems to enable progress to be monitored against corporate targets
   
• To champion collaborative and cross-organisational working within and between the charity’s support and operational functions ensuring delivery of organisational objectives and efficient use of resources

The post holder will have a Finance management qualification (ACCA, CIMA to level 4 or equivalent), an ability to work collegiately within a dynamic working environment and a preparedness to look critically at our systems and methods of operation to identify efficiencies that improve our performance and return on investment.

Please send a CV, Equalities form and covering statement (no more that two pages) outlining how your previous experience, knowledge and skills equip you to meet the requirements of the person specification

We would  particularly welcome applications from those with a Black Asian and Minority Ethnic background

Finance Business Partner for Central services - 1 year fixed term contract. Supporting central services.

Your new company:
A faith based organisation in Central London. This is a large organisation with a group structure. The finance team operate from a shared service centre where they provide support to all entities within the group. This is a complex organisation and they have a strong team in place currently. Due to maternity leave, an opportunity has come up for a Finance Business Partner to join the team for 12 months.

Your new role:
You will act as Finance Business Partner for Central Services, providing accurate and timely management information, budget monitoring, analysis and advice to budget holders and key stakeholders, fostering a culture of financial accountability and cost efficiency. You will also provide relevant challenge and insight to support decision-making and ensure that budgets and forecasts reflect objectives and strategy. You will have primary responsibility for ensuring an accurate and fair method of recharging for the services provided. An effective communicator, you will be able to explain financial issues to non-finance staff and to help people to use financial information well. You will deliver relevant training and support across departments to help improve financial literacy and ensure compliance with relevant financial control procedures.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified Accountant with previous experience of working as a Management Accountant/Finance Business Partner. You will have strong communication skills and ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.

What you'll get in return:
This organisation offers a competitive package of benefits including work life balance.

What you need to do now
Please apply ASAP to be considered.

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