• Work for a fantastic, growing charity
• Lead a finance team and take ownership of the function

About Our Client

FareShare is the largest food redistribution charity in the UK. We believe that no good food should go to waste. We take an environmental problem, good food that is surplus, and divert it to feed people in need.

FareShare operate 22 Regional Centres around the UK, giving FareShare a national reach alongside an ability to deliver locally. Over the past year 20,838 tonnes of food were redistributed by these Regional Centres, feeding 924,000 people every week. We work closely with other charities and community groups to deliver this redistribution and we save these partners more than £33 million per year.

Hunger is a growing issue in the UK and while there is surplus food that is otherwise going to waste, we believe that this food should be used to feed people first. Demand far outstrips supply.

Job Description

• Leading the finance team of 5
• Planning and scheduling the workload of the finance team
• Building and maintaining good relationships with other members of the Senior Management Team across the organisation and ensuring finance support for non-finance is of high quality
• Prepare monthly management accounts for the organisation, for projects and to individual budget holders
• Discuss the results from monthly reporting with budget holders and project sponsors to encourage their interest in them and to understand variances.
• Support implementation of a new accounting system, including improvement of reporting and data that can be used to support decision making
• Preparing yearly budgets and cash flow forecasts
• Preparing draft year-end financial accounts prior to audit
• Prepare complex quarterly VAT returns (with non-business and partial-exemption issues)
• Maintain and develop sound accounting controls and systems
• Ad hoc reporting and other exercises as required

The Successful Applicant

You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or Equivalent) with strong team management and finance leadership skills that can be evidenced through experience. In particular, you will have previously lead and managed a team to deliver excellent results. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to liaise effectively with non-finance stakeholders to build relationships and drive a sense of ownership from budget holders. In addition, you should be able to lead on the year-end cycle, including working closely with auditors.

What's on Offer

Salary £50,000 to £58,000 plus benefits.

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

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I am working with a Charity who are looking the recruit a  new Head of Finance to their Edinburgh Head Office

We are looking for an individual who is methodical in their approach to work, commercial in thought process and can offer support to the Finance team and Director of Business on a variety of interesting projects as well as some of the business as usual tasks.

The perfect individual would be someone who has passion, enthusiasm and knowledge in the charitable sector.   

Skill / responsibilities

• Working on a wide range of duties that will include some routine Management Account duties ie assisting the current Finance team with the Month End accounts and Business Partnering across the organisation
• Ad hoc projects and finance business partnering analysis. Key current projects for the organization currently are  detailed analysis on the organisations income and expenditure.
• Involvement with ongoing Projects and workstreams within the Finance Department and wider region

For more information in this position please send in your CV for consideration.

Qualifications/experience required

Qualified

ACA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT, QBE

What’s on offer?

Circa £40 – 45000 plus excellent benefits

Are you looking to use your finance expertise to have a real impact on those in need? Do you want to join a friendly, warm working environment with a sociable culture? Are you looking for a Head of Finance role in which you will lead a competent and established team and engage with budget holders around the organisation?

Joining a Surrey-based housing organisation, the Head of Finance has a broad remit of responsibility supporting a highly experienced Finance Director. Key responsibilities will be to:

• Lead an established team, covering Financial Accounting, Management Accounts, and AP/AR
• Focus on the preparation of Management Accounts, ensuring month end procedures are met in a timely fashion and that Management Accounting Assistants are supported in their day to day work
• Provide a first-class business partnering service to budget holders who have varying finance understanding
• Lead on the implementation of a new finance system to assist in the modernisation of the organisation
• Lead on tendering and pricing for new business opportunities, as well as overseeing the long-term financial plan for the organisation's accelerating development programme
• Manage the team's workload; motivate and encourage them to meet KPIs and exceed expectations

In return, you will enjoy being a part of a growing organisation, dedicated to its expansion programme whilst maintaining its core culture in a local Surrey setting. You will also have the chance to make the day to day finance operations your own and put your own stamp on the department, all whilst enjoying an attractive benefits package including genuinely flexible working. Success in this role will be noticeable by the marked improvement in efficiency and automation within Finance.

Parking is provided and you will enjoy the close knit, 'family' feel of this organisation. The culture of the office is refreshing and you will instantly sense the job satisfaction on offer upon walking through the door.

Candidates could be making a sideways move or taking a step up, but to be considered, please meet the following criteria:

• Be a fully qualified accountant. Those who have either worked in the Housing sector, or had exposure to the Housing sector in an accountancy practice environment, will be seen favourably, though candidates without this experience should still apply
• Be familiar with leading a small team and leading them in success
• Be a first-class communicator with a desire to contribute to a highly financially successful organisation and drive improvements across the board.

Applications can be reviewed at short notice. Please apply now to be considered for this exciting Head of Finance opportunity!

Goodman Masson are partnering with a well-known University to recruit an interim Head of Finance to cover the gap between permanent appointments. This will be a short-term interim post, paying between £350-£500 dependant on experience.

Duties will include:

• Provide the Deans, Faculty Managers and other senior colleagues within the University with valuable support on strategic and operational financial issues
• Maintain current long-term plan in place to meet the University's academic and financial objectives
• Manage the delivery of comprehensive financial and management reporting services, including budgets, actuals, forecasts, balance sheet and income and expenditure reports
• Provide effective support on current and planned projects, proposals and university partnerships across the organisation. Manage relevant business cases and risk analysis
• Ensure positive relations are maintained with key stakeholders, continually updating them with the financial performance of the University and their contribution to progress

Essential criteria:

• Fully qualified accountant with considerable post-qualification experienced
• Proven track record in senior financial positions, managing large teams during busy periods
• Successful long- and short-term business/ financial planning
• Previous experience from within a higher education institution

Do you have the ambition to become a Finance Director in a couple of years' time? Are you a Head of Finance who has strong staff management experience? Would you like to work for a not for profit organisation with a commercial edge? Enjoy managing people, providing support, leadership and training? If yes, please read on!

This permanent Head of Finance position will be based in central London and reports directly into the Finance Director. Looking after a small team, you will lead on all year and month end processes. This organisation has a unique set up with ambitious plans to grow their income by over 50% over the next five years.

Main responsibilities of the permanent Head of Finance will include:

• Review and lead on all process improvements ensuring an 'a-grade' finance function.
• Manage a small team, providing support and guidance to enable them to develop and improve.
• Work closely with key members of staff within the organisation right up to Executive level.
• Lead on the production of month and year end accounts.
• Act as the main point of contact for auditors.

This permanent Head of Finance role is a great opportunity for someone from a commercial background now looking to gain experience in a charitable organisation. The Hiring Manager is keen to find an ambitious candidate who could assist him with strategic elements of the business and someone who wants to become a Director in the not so distant future.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, or equivalent).
• Have previously worked in an SME.
• Have staff management experience.
• Be highly competent when reviewing and improving financial controls and processes.
• Have experience of commercial contracts.
• Have excellent communication skills.

If you feel this post could be of interest to you then please do not delay in applying as applications are being reviewed daily.

An SME sized housing charity based in south London (Zone 2) is seeking an experienced Head of Finance & Resources for a permanent role.

The organisation is only a few years old and is looking to grow over the next few years. They are based in new offices and have a dynamic and forward thinking culture.

The charity manages around 1800 properties & community houses on behalf of a larger parent organisation.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the role involves managing a team of 4 and sits on the senior leadership team, and will involve a mixture of hands-on and strategic finance duties, plus a small amount of other corporate resources responsibilities (HR, Governance, Compliance).

The organisation has a turnover of around £7.5 million and has 40 staff. The role would best suit someone with experience in a senior finance role in a similar sized organisation rather than a very large or very small organisation.

A qualified accountant with experience in the housing sector is preferred, but the organisation welcomes applicants from other sectors, and from part-qualified or QBE applicants.

Specific duties include:

-Work with the Executive Director as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team to help drive the strategic direction of the organisation

-Oversee the timely delivery of high-quality management and statutory accounts and commentaries making effective presentation of these to all audiences as required

-Devise and implement improved formats and substance of financial management reports in line with the demands of users, management, and external requirements

-Manage the budgeting process in an efficient and consultative manner and deliver the operational budgets on time, presenting this to managers, committees and board as required

-Lead in the implementation and operation of financial management contracts for third parties including delivery within Service Level Agreements.

-Management of the audit

-Oversee the efficient delivery of all services under delegated authority including:  Service Charges Accounting, Purchase Ledger and Payments, Payroll and Pensions, Governance and Compliance

-Oversee the optimum operation and where necessary, upgrade, of all financial and HR system applications and deal with any issues in liaison with the IT Provider

-Prepare and provide periodic regulatory information/returns to government agencies, Charities Commission and/or other regulatory bodies

-Provide oversight of the HR services function, ensuring the HR Adviser and information systems are managed efficiently

-Provide an oversight of the governance and compliance function ensuring risks are kept to a minimum

-Attending board meetings

-Managing a team of 4 finance and resources staff

Requirements:

-CCAB Fully Qualified Accountant or QBE

-A minimum of five years post qualification experience of financial management in an organisation of a similar size

-Good leadership skills including ability to motivate and develop staff in a challenging and pressurised environment

-At least two years’ experience of preparation of final accounts including compilation of appropriate working papers and dealing with external auditors

-At least three years’ experience of successful leadership and management of a high performing team

-A clear understanding of Charity SORP and other accounting and regulatory standards in relation to charities

Initial closing date: Tuesday 19th November, although applications may be considered after this date

Interviews: 29th November

Please send your CV for immediate consideration

Are you interested in taking charge of a whole finance function for a brand new organisation? Would a move into the education sector be of interest? Are you ready for a challenge? Then keep reading!

My client, an educational institute based in London are looking to appoint a Head of Finance to run and manage their finance function. The role will be looking at line managing two finance assistants and one part-time assistant, while reporting to the Director of Finance and Corporate Services.

Main Responsibilities

• Take the lead in maximising the revenue generated by the organisation, working to find new and profitable income streams.
• Taking complete ownership of year end reporting, achieving consistently high standards and being the key liaison for external auditors, making you the face of the organisation for all things finance.
• Planning and enacting the budget setting process with key stakeholders as well as leading on financial reporting and business partnering.

The finance team of four is small, but is expanding and it will be the duty of this Head of Finance to control and push that growth to create a smooth running finance function. This role encompasses a large variety of responsibilities and will be there to provide support to the Director of Finance and Corporate Services and the wider organisation, being the go-to person for all finance queries.

The successful candidate will be:

• Fully or part qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
• Experienced in managing one or more
• Ambitious to take an opportunity to further their finance career.

If this role is of interest, then please apply or get in touch as this role is expected to receive a large quantity of applications and will be filled before the closing date.

Robertson Bell are recruiting an adaptable and enthusiastic Head of Finance for a growing organisation based in Central London. This role is a very varied and people orientated position that is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to manage all elements of finance.

The Head of Finance will be managing the operational elements of the business finance function, support the Director in managing the organisation's governance strategy and ensuring the business plan is delivered, and co-ordinating all corporate office support functions.

Main responsibilities will include;

• Be the catalyst for opportunities and change through timely and effective analysis, decision support and key financial modelling, evaluation and recommendation.
• Create and develop systems to drive accurate forecasting to drive efficient decision making
• Manage a small finance team, providing support, leadership and training when necessary
• Production of management and statutory accounts,
• Provide high quality management reporting and information, meeting strict deadlines
• Ensure that the finance team delivers on key deadlines and targets with sound financial control
• Being a key financial advisor and service delivery partner, providing strategic support and constructive challenge through superior negotiation and influencing skills

The successful candidate will be fully qualified (ACA, CIMA, CIPFA or ACCA) and will have strong communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Ideally, you will have worked in a small/medium organisation or have the right mindset to be hands-on, as well as having the interest and experience to pick up the strategic side as there is a good balance. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a wide-ranging role who likes to be involved in the centre of an organisation.

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

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

Head of Finance

Norwich

£47,505 - £52,782 per annum on appointment depending on qualifications and skills (salary range extends to £58,061 which is performance based).

Full Time (35 hours per week)

Permanent

Our client is seeking a qualified (ACCA or equivalent), highly motivated and effective accountant to become their Head of Finance. This is their most senior professional finance role within their complex £10M turnover organisation.  The Head of Finance will lead their small but highly effective finance team and be responsible for all aspects of financial management from budget compilation to completion and submission of audited year end accounts.

With strong post qualification experience, you will be accustomed to budget preparation and control and will be confident when presenting complex reports and updates to varying audiences. An excellent problem-solver, you will have great attention to detail, ensuring accuracy at all times and monitoring all accounting functions to ensure they are effectively operated. We are looking for a Head of Finance who can deliver in a fast paced, changing environment, ideally has experience of managing and developing finance teams effectively, and is also keen to learn, grow and drive forward continual  improvements in our service. Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that you have a driving licence and access to a vehicle. 

This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding and vibrant voluntary organisation with services located in Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire and make a positive impact on young lives as a member of their senior management team.

The Charity delivers a wide range of outstanding services providing exceptional outcomes for vulnerable children, young people and their families, and are looking to develop and diversify those services to increase their support and geographical spread while always striving for constant improvement.

They are changing young lives across East Anglia by supporting children, young people and families in four key areas as they continue to grow and diversify to meet changing needs:

• Young people in care and who are moving on

• Children and young people with disabilities

• Families in need of support

• Children at risk

Close date: Sunday 1st December 2019

Interview date: Wednesday 18th December 2019

My client is a highly regarded organisation which supports the local community. They are looking for a driven and motivated Head of Finance to provide high quality support during a exciting period of change.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Overall responsibility for the development and successful delivery of the Finance function and providing successful leadership across the whole organisation

• Being responsible for the development of the annual business plans to support decision making and long term strategy;
• Communicating complex financial information to stakeholders and possessing the ability to influence and build rapport with a range of finance and non-finance persons across the organisation
• Implementing policies and procedures to ensure best practice and managing the financial and operational risk of the organisation

The successful candidate must be a professionally qualified accountant from the Charity, Commercial or wider Public Sector. You will have robust technical skills and an analytical mind-set. You will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and develop staff that you manage and build rapport with a range of finance and non-finance persons across the organisation.

For more information or an informal chat please contact Bryony Feeney via the Allen Lane website.

Are you an experienced Financial Controller/Head of Finance looking for an all-round role? Do you have experience of leading on the year end and producing new policies and procedures? Would you enjoy working for a charitable organisation with a commercial outlook? If so, this may be the job for you!

Robertson Bell Finance are working with a niche not-for-profit organisation who are looking to recruit an Interim Head of Finance to join them for a period of 3-6 months with the opportunity to go permanent following this. Based in Central London, the organisation have expanded heavily in recent years with plans to grow another 50% over the next 5 years.

Reporting into the Director of Finance, the main responsibilities of the role are as follows:

• Lead on the production of the year-end accounts and be the principle point of contact for the auditors.
• Support two key divisional heads of service with financial information and their budgeting and forecasting process.
• Drive through improvements with the policies and procedures in place related to the newly upgraded financial system.
• Manage two part-qualified accountants, focussing on their future development and the general improvement of financial knowledge in the wider organisation.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with experience of working in an operational role. You will have led on the year end process and be comfortable being the go-to person in this area. My client is open to candidates from all sectors although experience of commercial contracts will be beneficial to your application.

You will need to be immediately available or have a short notice period to be considered for this role and please do not delay in applying as applications will be reviewed daily.

If you are a qualified finance professional who enjoys supporting your non finance colleagues as a business partner and managing a team, then this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career as a Head of Financial Performance.

Client Details

Our client is a one of the fastest growing homeless charities in the UK and is actively tackling the issues of homelessness. With ambitious expansion plans this is a fantastic time to join as it seeks to grow over the coming years.

Description

Reporting to the Executive Director of Finance, you will be supporting managers in understanding and interpreting their financial results, making business decisions and bidding for new contracts as well as providing financial performance information to senior management. You will be managing a team of seven business partners (including a specialist rent and service charge accountant) with a strong culture of supporting the business and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading budgeting setting, forecasting and management accounting activities, including the setting of rents and service charges

• Providing responsive financial support and advice to the wider business through the finance business partners

• Develop financial modelling to support strategic decision making/business tenders.

• Assist in preparation and stress testing of 5 year financial plan (using BRIXX)

• Lead on the roll out of staff establishment controls alongside HR colleagues

• Lead on provision of finance training to wider business

• Development of Financial policies and procedures, including budget guidelines

• Line management of seven

Profile

You will be CCAB qualified with strong business reporting and partnering capabilities that can be evidenced through previous experience.

Alongside this you will have first rate analytical skills, negotiating and influencing skills and the ability to present and discuss financial information with senior stakeholders in an engaging manner. You will have advanced Excel skills and the ability to manipulate financial data from financial software packages (Organisation uses OPEN Accounts).

You will have a practical approach to designing processes and engaging with stakeholders. You will have strong team management experience and able to develop a growing finance partnering team to support operations that are going through change. You will lead your team be responsive to tight deadlines and fully embrace a business partnering ethos.

Job Offer

£74,000, option to work from home and excellent work life balance/flexibility