Job: Director of Finance & Resources

Reports to:  Managing Director

Location: Flexible, can be based anywhere in the UK

Salary: £52,460 - £63,976 + 5% pension

Hours:  35 hours/week (28 hours will be considered for the right candidate)

Contract: Permanent

We’re looking for a Director of Finance and Resources who would love to join an entrepreneurial organisation to help look after all of SSE’s assets; its people, its finances, its technologies, its facilities and its services contracts.

We can’t fix issues like poverty, climate change and ill-health alone. That’s why the School for Social Entrepreneurs exists. SSE helps 1,000 people a year develop the skills, strengths and networks they need to tackle society’s biggest problems. We run courses that equip people to start, scale and strengthen organisations that make a positive difference. But we are not a traditional school. Learning with SSE is inspiring, action-based and accessible.

As Director of Finance and Resources you will build on SSE’s existing operational capabilities and harness the potential of the finance and resources function in support of SSE’s strategic ambitions.

The role will be best suited to a collaborative leader who is comfortable working in a dynamic organisation across a number of workstreams, and who is as motivated thinking strategically as delivering operationally.

To apply, please see details in enclosed application pack.

Closing date: Midday on Friday 17th July

Who are GMYN?

For many young people, the transition to adulthood isn’t easy. In the UK, one third of young people are lonely, half feel unready for work and half feel like they don’t belong to their community.

At GMYN, our vision is #YoungPeopleCan and we help young people in Greater Manchester overcome this. We deliver a range of development programmes and drop-in activities to help young people transition to adulthood feeling skilled, supported and positive.

Founded in 2007 by our Chief Executive, Alex Fairweather, we have grown from a single volunteering project to a registered charity and have helped over 10,000 young people.

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to join GMYN’s operations team, providing strategic and operational financial support and advice. The role holder will provide day to day management and reporting of the charity’s income and expenditure as well as responsibility for preparation of GMYN’s annual budget and accounts.

You will have experience of working within a financial environment ideally in a management/leading role within a charity. You will have the AAT or similar qualification, or substantial equivalent experience. You will also have strong numeracy and communication skills and the ability to provide accurate and timely information.

In addition, you will have the ability to work flexibly as part of a team and on your own initiative working independently when required.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will also work alongside GMYN’s Operations Lead and work closely with the Business and Finance Administrator.

Joining #TeamGMYN: Our Offer

At GMYN, we strive to be inclusive. Every member of #TeamGMYN is involved in all aspects of decision making, from strategic planning, setting the organisational values through to basic everyday practices to give everyone an active voice. We are responsive to the needs of the team and all support available is designed through consultation.

We are regularly reviewing our practices to create a safe, welcoming and supportive environment and encourage suggestions and feedback from staff to improve our offer.

Our offer currently includes access to

• The Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
• 25 days annual leave, including 5 ‘no-questions-asked’ ad-hoc wellbeing days
• Flexible working hours, including working from home options
• Childcare vouchers for those already accessing the scheme
• Accessible, ethical and gender-neutral office space
• Living wage, with processes to request performance-based payrises
• An 8% pension scheme with 3% employer contribution

Whilst our staff team is diverse in many ways, people from BAME backgrounds and people with disabilities are currently under-represented, therefore applications from candidates who identify with these characteristics are welcomed and encouraged.

For full details on the role and the #TeamGMYN offer can be found in the job pack attached.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter (no more than two sides of A4) showing how you meet the attached personal specification via the link on this page by Monday 20th July. 

This small, ambitious and well networked charity based in the centre of Exeter is looking to recruit a permanent Head of Finance.

Reporting into the Director of Finance and Operations you will actively contribute to the strategic priorities, financial integrity and sustainability of the organisations as well as be a member of the Leadership team. 

This role will also be responsible for timely and quality information to the Board, ensuring strong controls and compliance are maintained as well as overseeing the book stock and processing arrangements.

Key experience required:

• Qualified accountant or equivalent with broad Finance experience, including budgeting, monitoring, management accounting, statutory accounts, operational processing and purchasing

• Managing, developing and motivating a team, having excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt to differing audiences and situations 

• Experience of working within a dynamic, growing organisation implementing best practice, systems developments and process improvements where needed 

• Robust knowledge of financial controls, risk management and  dealing with third parties, including customers, suppliers, banks and auditors

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice in relation to charities accounting would be beneficial.

Looking for a varied Head of Finance role? Would you like to work for an organisation with an impressive history of really making a difference? Are you a qualified Accountant with experience in housing associations? If yes, please read on!

Robertson Bell are currently working with an inspirational housing association to help them recruit a new and permanent Head of Finance. Reporting into the Finance Director you would be fully responsible for all aspects of financial management, the treasury function, statutory accounting and overseeing all policies and procedures. Responsibilities for this role will also include:

* Develop finance processes and ensure systems are performing to the required standard at all times.
* Lead on the budgeting and forecasting process.
* Suggest improvements to enable accounting development and provide training to relevant staff.
* Submit annual and monthly returns and deal with all tax and VAT queries.
* Measure the treasury function and develop the long-term cash flow.
* Oversee the fixed asset register.
* Lead on the preparation of year end accounts and liaise with external auditors.
* Oversee the compliance function and liaise with regulators.
* Support the production of the management accounts.
* Management of a small team, providing training, leadership and motivation.

This organisation operates across 16 London Boroughs and is devoted to providing first class housing services whilst developing the potential of these customers. This role would eventually be based at the organisations head office in Stratford. This opportunity would best suit someone with previous experience in a small sized housing association.

This successful candidate will be:

* A qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA or ACCA).
* Experienced in the social housing sector.
* Experienced leading on the year end process.
* Experienced leading on the budgeting and forecasting process.
* Confident suggesting process improvements.
* An excellent communicator.

If interested, please do not delay in applying as CV's will be reviewed daily.

• Head of Finance working for Aldridge Education
• Ideal for someone looking for a broad technical finance role

About Our Client

Aldridge Education is a charitable trust whose entrepreneurial community schools help young people to reach their potential. We support our Principals and teachers in rapidly improving the quality of education on offer at early years, primary, secondary and sixth-form levels in order to transform the life-chances of our students.

Aldridge Education was established as a national multi-academy trust by the Aldridge Foundation in 2016, taking over responsibility from the Foundation for its family of non-selective academy schools and colleges, some of which are part of the multi academy trust whilst others are currently independent Trusts sponsored by Aldridge Education. Sir Rod Aldridge launched the Aldridge Foundation in 2006 after retiring from Capita Plc, the business he set up and which became one of this country's most successful companies.

Our shared belief is that by introducing young people to, and helping develop in them, the core attributes of entrepreneurship, we can provide context and relevance to their learning, foster creativity, passion, determination, risk taking, problem solving and teamwork.

Job Description

The Head of Finance, based in London, will support the COO in ensuring the organisation is provided with accurate financial information that will enable effective decision-making, as well as fulfilling the trusts financial statutory responsibilities. The role will also include the following responsibilities:

• To lead on the year end process and the preparation of the trust's annual accounts (including its trading subsidiary) and other statutory returns in line with the Charities SORP.
• Fully responsible for the maintenance of the integrity of the trusts finance systems undertaking the role of System Administrator to ensure strong systems of controls are in place.
• Document, implement and embed strong financial controls across the trust.
• To lead on the trusts monthly close-down process, working closely with the Regional Finance Directors to ensure school balance sheets are reconciled and up-to-date.
• Within the framework established by the COO, to consolidate the Trusts annual and three-year budgets.
• To prepare all financial returns for the Trust including pension returns, VAT returns and Budget Forecast Return to the ESFA.
• Manage the cash flow position for the Trust.
• Line management of finance team members as appropriate.

To deputise for the finance function in the absence of the COO.

The Successful Applicant

You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong all-round finance capabilities that can be evidenced through experience. You will be able to communicate effectively with finance and non-finance colleagues at all levels, with experience of supporting key decision-making. The following experience is required:

Essential:

• Knowledge of Charities SORP and Academy funding and financial reporting requirements.
• Understanding of taxation and other regulations, including VAT, pensions and payroll requirements.
• Past experience working on improving computerised finance systems and financial controls.
• Experience of developing and presenting consolidated management accounts.
• Strong organisational and planning skills and ability to work to tight deadlines

Desirable:

• Previous experience working within the academy or education sector.
• Experience using PS financials or a similar financial system.

What's on Offer

Circa £60,000, excellent benefits, flexible working and options to work at home/remotely

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

Ref Code: MPCY14094974Z

Harris Hill are recruiting for this Head of Finance for this well-established Charity based in London

You will be responsible for the oversight and delivery of all finance functions. This is a hands-on role to begin with whilst you deliver all functions to the charity. The role will then develop to more of a strategic role once you recruit.

Salary £65,000pa - £70,000pa

Qualifications and Experience

* Recognised accountancy qualification e.g. ACA, CIMA, CIPFA
* Experience of maintaining and closing manual and computerised annual accounts.
* Experience of reviewing and implementing financial controls and procedure

Duties

* The role requires you to run the day to day management of all the Charity's finances, including income, expenditure, cashflow, budget management, etc.
* Prepare the annual budget in consultation with managers and the Senior Management Team
* Prepare the year-end financial accounts and to liaise with the Charity's auditors as necessary.

Our partner, a well-respected charity, works to support & empower people to live their lives fully, and educates and advocates for inclusiveness. It seeks a Head of Finance to ensure that the charity is able to deliver on its strategy and programmes in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the production of the annual budget, working with department heads to maximise income, recover costs as fully as possible, and ensure that programmes are being delivered on a value for money basis.
• Act as a strategic business partner to department heads, providing financial advice and supporting them in delivering strategic objectives.
• Working with the broader finance team to develop & strengthen reporting and performance; ensure that annual financial statements are produced in a timely manner, and that the charity remains compliant to statutory requirements; and ensure risk management is embedded in individual departments and the organisation overall.
• Support the CFO in preparing the annual report & accounts, and in providing an appraisal of the financial health of the charity

Requirements

• Qualified accountant with demonstrable experience heading up the finance function of charity, and experience of offering strategic analysis and advice to Board of Trustees and Finance & Audit Committees.
• Strong experience and skills in technical financial accounting (including an awareness of UK GAAP and charity SORP requirements), management accounting (developing budgets on a full cost recovery basis for the organisation as well as for individual grant proposals), and analysis (advising on business cases for proposals and fundraising).
• Experience of developing and strengthening internal controls, and of risk management.
• Experience of managing a complex grant portfolio within a charity setting.
• Strong communicator, with developed presentation and verbal communication skills
• Able to work with a range of stakeholders, both within the organisation and externally.
• Advanced Excel skills

This role is only open to those candidates with the right to work in the UK. 

My client is looking for a Head of Finance for a period of 6 months.

Ideally you will have experience of working in the Education sector and be able to hit the ground running and get involved in accounts prep / detailed management accounts whilst also attending Board meetings and the SMT forum on a weekly basis
Reporting into the CFO of the group you will have a lot of autonomy to run the finance team as you see fit contributing fully to all financial performance and financial control issues and help the CFO on any high level strategic plans and developments

Qualifications/experience required

Qualified

What’s on offer?

£45,000 FTC for 6 months

For the right individual there is a possibility that the role could be made permanent in the foreseeable future

Head of Client Finance - Grade 6 (Band A+)

Salary - £57,000 - £65,308 + £5,000 accountancy allowance

The Government Property Agency (GPA) was launched as an Executive Agency of the Cabinet Office in 2018. The GPA represents a step change in the way that Government property estate and assets are managed efficiently, by providing innovative and flexible solutions across the Government estate. Our core service is to support departments in business change and workforce transformation. The GPA is the place to be for UK's leading professionals in estates, commercial, project management and beyond.

The Government Property Agency is expected to grow exponentially over the first few years of its existence; this equates to transferring hundreds of assets (worth billions of pounds) onto its balance sheet from Government Departments, as well as gaining responsibility for the running of a large part of the central government office estate.

The Head of Client Finance will be responsible for leading this new function and managing GPA's income which is set to grow from £600m this year to £1bn. The successful applicant will be responsible for engaging with finance directors in client organisations, providing them with high quality information and advice, winning their trust and confidence. As this is a new function, they will be responsible for developing and setting up the team, its processes and culture.

The responsibilities of the Head of Client Finance will include

• The GPA's Head of Client Finance is responsible for managing GPA's income which is set to grow from £0.6bn this year to £1bn by 2023.
• Leadership of team of 7 staff with indirect leadership of management accounting and project accounting finance staff to ensure accurate and timely property accounting.
• Responsibility for change management including the development of staff and the introduction of new systems, processes and technology solutions.
• Providing clients with high quality forecasts, analysis and advice, helping clients and GPA achieve their financial goals.
• Provide each client with forecasts on rent and other charges for the financial year.
• Take the lead in financial management services provision by the managed property service partner to deliver monthly KPIs and service changes.
• Oversee forecasts to include: operating costs; projects; and dilapidations provisions, ensuring forecasts comply with government accounting standards.
• Develop and introduce processes for client finance that are aligned with other business processes and scale up efficiently as GPA's turnover grows.

The post holder may be required to undertake additional responsibilities as expected in relation to the role and grade.

Key Skills & Experience

• CCAB qualified, or equivalent.
• Must have experience in client finance.
• Good experience setting up systems and processes, managing change.
• Good experience of using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Proficient using Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to seek and analyse significant amounts of financial data to inform decisions.
• Ability to put customer needs at the heart of delivery and communicate complex ideas to a non-financial audience.
• Ability to lead a geographically dispersed team.
• Ability to plan and prepare to maximise time and productivity.
• Ideally candidates will have property industry experience in a medium or large organsiation of £100m

Desirable experience

• Skills in MRI Horizon, Yardi Voyager or other property management systems.
• Skills in use of Excel and Hyperion for financial reporting.

For more information, please apply using the link, or contact Katie Wilson-Smith or Stuart Thomson at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

Head of Finance Business Partnering & Strategic Finance - Grade 6 (Band A+)

Salary - £57,000 - £65,308 + £5,000 accountancy allowance

The Government Property Agency (GPA) was launched as an Executive Agency of the Cabinet Office in 2018. The GPA represents a step change in the way that Government property estate and assets are managed efficiently, by providing innovative and flexible solutions across the Government estate. Our core service is to support departments in business change and workforce transformation. The GPA is the place to be for UK's leading professionals in estates, commercial, project management and beyond.

The Government Property Agency is expected to grow exponentially over the first few years of its existence; this equates to transferring hundreds of assets (worth billions of pounds) onto its balance sheet from Government Departments, as well as gaining responsibility for the running of a large part of the central government office estate.

The Head of Finance Business Partnering & Strategic Finance is a key role within the Government Property Agency with responsibility for managing all Finance Business Partners and Management Accountants. The role is to provide 'real time' support, training and analysis, to be a trusted adviser and to add value that will assist in decision making. The role leads in strategic financial management in long term budgets, spending reviews, responses to Ministers and other ad hoc financial analysis.

The responsibilities of the Head of Finance Business Partnering & Strategic Finance will include

• Strategic level financial support to the GPA Chief Executive and Executive Directors
• Management of each Directorate's large and complex budgets, ensuring expenditure is with approved delegated limits, following GPA control processes, and in line with HMT's Managing Public Money and Consolidated Budgeting Guidance
• Management of future year financial planning including financial strategy, budget commentary, business cases and Spending Review plans
• Improve financial management by managing change and seeking out opportunities to lead/contribute to GPA and other cross-government initiatives outside of own role
• Take the lead in partnering Directors in decision support, budget reviews and financial reporting providing expert and influential advice
• Ensuring budget delegations are set and that spend is approved and properly carried out in year
• Ensure accurate accounting for transactions in the general ledger
• Identifying and reporting on financial risks and opportunities, providing succinct, clear commentary and insight

The post holder may be required to undertake additional responsibilities as expected in relation to the role and grade.

Key Skills & Experience

• CCAB qualified, or equivalent
• Strong knowledge and proven track record in finance business partnering in a complex environment
• Experience of leading a high-performing team
• Ability to communicate complex matters to a non-financial audience
• Ability to develop productive relationships and effective networks with stakeholders across government organisations

Desirable experience

• Experience in property and/ or project management

For more information, please apply using the link, or contact Katie Wilson-Smith or Stuart Thomson at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

Who is CFG?

At CFG, our vision is to inspire a financially confident, dynamic and trustworthy sector. Everything we do is led by our goal to enable charities to deliver more impact to their causes.

It’s our mission to put finance at the heart of social change organisations, making their money work harder and achieve the maximum positive outcome for their beneficiaries. Our members include over 1,400 charities, social change and public benefit organisations, all working hard to improve the lives and outcomes for their beneficiaries – often on a tight budget.

The role

CFG cannot afford to get its own finance wrong.  The principle purpose of this role is therefore to ensure CFG’s finances are robustly managed and that we can show how finance can be placed at the heart of effective decision making.  Additionally  you will lead our IT manager in ensuring that CFG’s systems and use of digital keep pace with developments and make best use of the resources available to us.  Finally you will oversee our HR Manager and the EA (to the CEO) who also managers CFG’s facilities requirements.

Do you believe that being a leader is not an addition to the day job; rather that it is the day job? If so you may be who we are looking for.

This is a unique opportunity to join the CFG team as the Director of Operations. We want an excellent leader who is excited by the challenge of leading our finance, IT, HR and facilities team.  Given who we are the expectations that we have of your technical and business partnering skills are high; but there is a great profile and access to the largest not for profit network of finance professionals in the UK waiting for the right person.

By nature you will be an exceptional people leader who can inspire and develop talent, spot potential and build capacity and capability in your team and throughout CFG. You will be a natural collaborator and always be striving to break down barriers or silos. Being a people leader will be a top priority for you at all times.

You will know how to bring out the best in people and be comfortable allowing others to find answers. You will be someone who enjoys continuously learning new skills and topics in a rapidly changing workplace.

You will feel comfortable driving CFG’s operations and will have a presence and credibility with internal teams and trustees alike

Why work for us?

We are a friendly team with a great sense of humour that enjoys the work that we do. There is lots of potential for development for talented individuals within CFG, and we can provide an excellent platform for career progression within the sector. We also offer a superb range of benefits including flexible working and a generous pension contribution.

Deadline for applications: We will be reviewing candidates as and when we receive CVs and cover letters and will appoint as soon as we meet the right person. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please apply early. This position is available immediately.

H4All is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of the residents of London borough of Hillingdon and the surrounding boroughs of North West London.

We are made up of five prominent charities Hillingdon Carers, Harlington Hospice, Disablement Association of Hillingdon (DASH), Age UK Hillingdon, Harrow & Brent and Hillingdon Mind. And we are a full member of the local Hillingdon Health and Care Partnership (HHCP).

The Director of finance will head up our finance team who provide a finance service to H4All, Harlington Hospice, Age UK HHB and Hillingdon Mind with a combined turnover approaching £10 million.

We are an exciting and dynamic collaboration of charities. We are innovative, expanding and ambitious. The last couple of years have seen a number of mergers and acquisitions and development of services in our neighbouring boroughs.

This post will be based initially with Age UK Hillingdon, Harrow & Brent but will work across the partnership and it is envisaged that employment of the role and the finance team will move to H4All in due course.

London (although open to remote working and flexible arrangements)

Fixed term: 1 year (parental cover starting August/September 2020)

This is a great role for a proven finance leader with international charity sector experience.

Background

The C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, now in its 15th year, connects 96 of the world’s greatest cities which have committed to tackling climate change. We bring mayors from around the world together to learn from each other in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creating resilient, sustainable and low carbon cities. C40 cities represent more than 700 million urban citizens and their economies account for 25% of the global GDP. C40’s ‘Deadline 2020’ report sets out the critical role that the world’s major cities have to play in delivering the historic Paris Agreement to prevent catastrophic climate change.

C40’s team of 200+ staff is headquartered in New York, with offices in London, Rio de Janeiro, Copenhagen, Beijing and Paris, and individual staff based across 25+ different locations, with the Office of the Chair based in Los Angeles.

The strategic direction of the organization is determined by an elected Steering Committee of C40 mayors which is chaired by the Mayor of Los Angeles, Eric Garcetti. Three-term Mayor of New York City Michael R. Bloomberg serves as President of the C40 Board of Directors, which is responsible for operational oversight. An eight-person management team, led by Executive Director, Mark Watts, leads the day-to-day management of C40. C40’s three core strategic funders are Bloomberg Philanthropies, the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF) and Realdania.

Corporate Services

The C40 Corporate Services function, under the Director of Corporate Services, is the support mechanism to the global organisation ensuring day-to-day business operates efficiently. The team comprises finance, HR, IT, grant management and legal. The Finance team members are all based in the UK.

Position Description

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, the Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing C40’s global finance function – currently a US 501(c)(3) non-profit, UK registered charity, South Africa entity, Denmark entity and a China Representative office, with further expansion anticipated. With a team of five, including a qualified Financial Controller, the Director of Finance oversees the management of the accounting processes, procedures and reporting for all C40 entities, and is responsible for delivering short-term and long-term budget planning for each entity to meet C40’s strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial matters of the C40 group, including accounting and tax, and reporting and Compliance
• Manage the finance team, motivating the team and ensuring they are delivering the most effective and efficient services. Oversee the production of monthly and quarterly financial reports and guidance to managers responsible for the implementation of budgets and their programme
• Advise the Director of Corporate Services and the Management Team on financial matters to support strategic decision-making through the provision of timely analysis and information
• Produce written reports for the US, UK, South Africa and Denmark Boards, including the quarterly finance reports, budget papers, policies, regulatory and company secretarial
• Oversee the annual statutory accounts preparation for each entity and representative office, along with tax form preparation to ensure C40 meets its filing requirements in each territory; oversee the approval and filing of accounts, annual returns and tax forms
• Manage the audit relationships, lead on audit planning, review working papers and oversee the appointment of auditors in new territories
• Oversee the financial management of a large number of restricted grants, large and small, from a variety of funders, including project budgets, grant agreements, forecasts, payment requests and funder financial reporting and audits
• Oversee the work of external bookkeepers in South Africa and China, and ensure that transactions in these territories are included in C40’s consolidated management reporting and group statutory accounts
• Direct the finance team in the management of the general ledger system (chart of accounts & cost centres) and provide top line review of the month end close process
• Oversee the company secretarial function for the organisation, in particular the UK Charity, ensuring regulatory filings are completed accurately and efficiently
• Ensure the reserves management of the organisation is appropriate and robust in each entity, including cash collection and cash flow forecasting, and ensuring that each entity has been granted sufficient funds from C40 Inc. for its operations
• Prepare the organisation’s financial plans, including long-range plans, annual budgets and monthly reforecasts
• As required, improve accounting procedures and financial controls and processes to support high quality bookkeeping and accurate reporting, ensuring they are robust and adaptable to the organisation’s needs
• Other assignments as requested by the Director of Corporate Service

Person specification

• Qualified Accountant CCAB/ CIMA with a strength and interest in financial planning
• Proven track record in working collaboratively and effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Extensive senior level experience post-qualification in not-for-profit, public sector or commercial organisations – demonstrable experience of a political environment would be desirable
• Proven track record of working in an international organisation and ideally with exposure to working with the US
• Proven experience of managing a finance department
• Experience of navigating varied international legal and tax regimes
• Strategic insight and experience in solving issues related to varied and often competing operational, statutory, and funding requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Enjoys working in a dynamic international environment where there is rapid growth and change
• Possesses a positive, driven and outgoing approach

Application Process:

Please submit your application or contact Michael Quest from Ivy Rock Partners at your earliest convenience – we are planning shortlisting early on 9th July and interviews TBC for weeks commencing 13th and 20th July. 

Regional Finance Manager

£37,452 - £42,372 per annum (plus contributory pension)

Manchester City Centre

Join a Nobel Prize-winning organisation committed to creating safe and secure futures for women, men and children around the world. MAG works by finding and destroying landmines, cluster bombs and the explosive remnants of war and by advocating and campaigning on behalf of those whose lives are blighted by the lethal debris of conflict. Be part of this life-changing mission by joining MAG to help us free from fear some of the poorest and most vulnerable people in the world.

We are seeking a Regional Finance Manager to join our Finance team, which provides day-to-day financial support and advice to MAG’s programmes in countries across the globe. This is an exciting and dynamic role, where you’ll act as a business partner, using your finance skills and experience will help us make a real difference, supporting our work across the globe.

Reporting to the Senior Programmes Finance Manager you will be responsible for managing a small UK based programmes finance team on a day-to-day basis, and providing advice and technical oversight to our programme based Finance Managers. As a business partner, you’ll provide real-time support and analysis to senior managers as a trusted adviser, and add value that will assist in decision making and the delivery of MAG’s lifesaving work.

You will be based in the United Kingdom, managing your team, supporting proposal development and providing advice and analysis on budgets and financial contract management.  You will occasionally be required to travel to support our programmes overseas. This may be, for example, two or three one week visits per year to our programmes in West Africa.

You will have previously worked in a finance role in a grant or donor funded environment, or in a commercial project accounting role. You’ll have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail and have staff management or mentoring experience.  You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong background in financial modelling and contract management, ideally with experience of major donors. You will be committed to producing work of a consistently high standard and will have experience of undertaking reviews of business processes. Progress towards a professional qualification will provide candidates with a distinct advantage in applying to this role. Fluency in both English and French is essential for this role.

This is a fast-paced role and challenging role, which will require high levels of initiative, pro-activeness and strong multi-tasking skills. With an ability to lead, motivate and develop a small team, ensuring effective communication between various stakeholders, you will be a creative, flexible, solution-focused, professional business partner, committed to MAG's goals.  In return, your professional skills, knowledge and experience will contribute to saving lives around the globe, and you’ll have the opportunity to see, and contribute to, MAG’s work first-hand.

The place of work will normally be our headquarters in Manchester. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, and to ensure the health and wellbeing of everyone who works for MAG and their families we have put in place a new working arrangement – remote working from home - to reflect what is a rapidly changing situation. Therefore, you will initially be home based until we are able to return to working in our headquarters.

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website before the closing date of 22 July 2020.

Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are not able to respond to every application. If you have not heard back from us within three weeks of your application, it means that your application has not been successful.

Applicants who are non-residents of the UK will need to provide documentary evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK.