Background

Welcome to Nova. We are a small diverse charity with a big reach and a novel approach to social change.

Since 1983, we have been offering grassroots support to our local community and pride ourselves on the positive impact our learning programmes have had on people’s lives. But we don’t stop there. Our mission is to challenge and expose structural inequality, because we believe the UK has the potential to grow into the most socially cohesive and inclusive society in the world.

We offer employment advice and adult education including basic maths, English and ICT courses; it’s fun and relaxed, whilst creating real progress. Our Family Programme events have a track-record of getting children inspired entertained and beaming.

Through our Reach Programming, from TEDx Ladbroke Grove to the Human Library, we love bringing unique voices together to inform, inspire and ultimately learn from each other. On our mission to social equality, we believe change can only come from bold dialogue.

Regardless of background or status, we create opportunities for people to learn, to grow and to experience new perspectives.

We are a small, friendly team with a supportive and non-hierarchical culture. We very much enjoy working together and are hugely committed to our work. We are also an inclusive team and are committed to having employees that represent all communities. We welcome applications from people from all identities and backgrounds.

About the role

We are seeking a strategic and practical individual, who is results driven, calm under pressure, proactive and adaptable, and has strong interpersonal skills. With excellent time management and organisational abilities, you will be detail focussed, and able to juggle multiple priorities, while maintaining a good level of communication across the team.

Location: North Kensington

Hours:                     Full-time (35 hours) Mon-Fri, 09:30-17:30

Term:                       Permanent

Reporting to: CEO

Salary:                  £37,500

Annual Leave: 25 days per annum

Application Process

• The deadline for applications is 1st January 2022
• Shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis and the application process will close if a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date
• Application is by way of CV with a Supporting Statement that should set out your motivations for applying and how your work experience to date meets the scope of the responsibilities. As a general guide, your Supporting Statement should be a maximum of two sides of A4
• Only completed applications will be accepted

We regret that Nova can only consider applications from applicants with the right to work in the UK.

About Police Now  

Police Now’s mission is to transform communities, reduce crime and anti-social behaviour, and increase the public’s confidence in the police by recruiting, developing and inspiring outstanding and diverse leaders in policing. We are working towards a day when every community, whatever the socio-economic background of its residents, can thrive without being fearful of crime. We are looking for high-performing, committed, mission-aligned individuals who will actively contribute towards this goal. 

It is important that Police Now’s workforce reflects the communities that we serve and are empowered to contribute their best. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in policing and our Head Office, and view workforce diversity as a business imperative. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. 

Police Now trains graduates and career changers with leadership potential to become inspirational police officers and outstanding crime fighters on our National Graduate Leadership Programme and our National Detective Programme. Our officers are supported for life so they can confidently progress through policing ranks as innovative leaders. We are a not-for-profit organisation of ~120 employees, with ambitious goals; we need impact and solutions-focused individuals who will accelerate us towards our mission. Everything we do and our culture is reflected in the Police Now Leadership Principles which are attached at the bottom of this page.

 The purpose of the role

We are seeking a commercial and mission-driven senior leader to become our Head of Finance. You will have strategic finance capabilities as well as core operational capabilities to manage the Finance and IT departments, and directly support the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in driving the strategic growth and sustainability of Police Now. You will operate as part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), influencing decisions at an organisational level. You must be a confident in presenting to senior stakeholders and influencing peers; this role is crucial in ensuring that funds are used effectively across the organisation and that finance processes, controls and systems support our 120-strong workforce to achieve our mission.  

The role is broad with full responsibility for financial management, and ensuring our digital capabilities and systems are fit for purpose. You will manage a medium-sized team with the support of a Finance Manager and IT Manager, to deliver day-to-day operations and strategic projects. Whilst IT experience is an advantage, we are seeking a Finance leader with a passion and aptitude for data and technology and an analytical mind that can translate business requirements into technology requirements. 

The Head of Finance will develop these departments as strategic functions to drive high-performance and efficiency, working closely with the COO to implement our strategy. 

Key responsibilities

• Strategic finance: develop and maintain a high-performing finance function, producing bespoke financial analyses to meet Board and SLT requirements, and help drive strategic decision-making and risk management as a Senior Leadership Team member. Provide strategic advice and contribute to the development and sustainability of Police Now using financial planning and costing. You will work closely with the COO and CEO to analyse our cost per participant, and future investments
• Budgeting and cash flow: manage the annual budgeting process, subsequent reforecasts, and regular cash flow forecasting and monitoring to ensure the efficient allocation of resources and reserves to meet all of Police Now’s obligations; appraise and calculate value for money regarding investments and opportunities.
• Effective and efficient financial control: oversee the monthly management account process, working with the wider Senior Leadership Team / budget holders to ensure effective financial management; regularly review and develop financial controls, policies, and procedures; develop transparent financial reporting; and meet all finance and IT compliance needs. 
• Internal and external reporting: financial and IT reporting to the Finance, Audit, Risk & Resources Committee (as an executive attendee) and the Board of Trustees on a quarterly basis; oversee the external audit process including statutory filings. 
• Increasing commercial awareness: as the most senior finance expert in the organisation, you will be responsible for upskilling the organisation regarding financial matters and embedding a commercial mindset in operational delivery and contracting with forces. In particularly, increasing the commercial capabilities of our SLT.    
• Strategic technology: oversee and manage technology at Police Now HQ, including systems, devices, hardware and the evolution of the digital ecosystem and data architecture. In particularly, business partnering with the organisation to ensure our technology is fit for purpose for our digital delivery requirements with participants and forces, working with our in-house and outsourced technical experts. 
• IT security and data governance: responsible for maintaining appropriate cybersecurity measures at Police Now, and that data is managed appropriately and safely across the business and systems by staff in eyes of our Board, Committees, and force partners. 
• High-performing team and operations: develop a high-performing, highly organised Finance & IT team. Manage our IT department and Finance department to perform smartly and efficiently, providing robust and direct performance management, oversight and coaching. Provide support and training for junior members of the team where required and oversee day-to-day operations through the Finance Manager and IT Manager. Day-to-day operations include payments processes, expenses, compliance, payroll, grant reporting, device management and IT support (including managing outsourced suppliers). 
• Projects: on occasion, lead on finance or IT projects such as implementing new processes to maximise efficiency and decision-making, re-contracting with new outsourced suppliers and updating systems, as well as being a key advisor and senior representative on company-wide projects. 

What you'll need

• At least 5 years’ experience leading Finance teams in industry or in a professional services environment, and a demonstrated ability for developing high performing and inclusive teams (experience leading non-finance staff an advantage but not essential) 
• A full professional accounting qualification – ACA or ICAS qualified from a top-tier organisation is desirable 
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office, in particular the use of Excel for analysing data, creating reports and data modelling
• Experience using cloud based financial systems (experience using Microsoft Business Central and WebExpenses beneficial)
• Previous Senior Leadership Team experience or proven experience working with and managing senior stakeholders in a client-based professional services environment; a demonstrated ability to present to senior management and/or Boards
• In-depth knowledge of all core financial processes and up to date knowledge of technical requirements and best practices (ideally with a working knowledge of Charities SORP)
• Specific IT expertise is not essential, however you must be able to demonstrate a passion and understanding of business technology, the key components of organisational IT, and how technology is a key enabler in the delivery of business operations
• An understanding of the basics of data architecture and how this translates to reporting and system design, management and development; knowledge of GDPR, the current data protection and IT security environment is desirable 
• Excellent numerical and problem solving skills, as well as strong line management and coaching experience 
• A demonstrated ability to advise and lead on a strategic organisational level as well as day-to-day operations, including experience in leading and delivering transformation projects; experience of working successfully in a changing organisation where flexibility, agility and adaptability are essential 
• Superb written and verbal communication skills and an excellent academic background

What you'll get from us

• A bright, airy, modern and buzzing HQ near Liverpool Street, Central London (Zone 1). This role will require a minimum of 3 days a week in the office. Please note that during the Covid-19 pandemic, online/remote inductions may occur. 
• A supported working from home set-up with the technology and certain equipment required.
• Competitive salary of £65,000 - £80,000 per annum  
• Flexible working. 
• 27 days holiday each year plus bank holidays (pro-rata). 
• Sanctus coaching (private mental health coaching for the workplace). 
• Access to the Vitality programme which includes healthcare benefits, an Employee Assistance Programme and discounts.
• Training opportunities for personal development.
• Participation in a pension scheme (with 5% employer contributions and 3% employee contributions).​​​​​​​

Please note

This job description is issued as a guideline. It is not exhaustive, and we would be pleased to discuss any constructive comments you may have. Due to the evolving nature and changing demands of our business this job description may be subject to change. You may, on occasions, be required to undertake additional or other duties within the context of this job description and according to the needs of the organisation.

Applications will be screened as they are received and invited to interview accordingly.  Police Now reserves the right to close the advert prior to the advertised date, should a suitable applicant be appointed.  Early applications are therefore encouraged.  

Please note that some roles within Police Now require certain levels of National Security Vetting or screening in order to effectively work with our partners. Therefore, we may ask you to complete this if you are successful.

Job Title: Head of Finance

Hours: Part-time / 24 hours a week

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 FTE depending on experience  

Location: Greenford / hybrid working (1-2 days in office per week)

We are working in partnership with a medium-sized organisation the provides safe, accessible and affordable community transport. They are seeking a part-time Head of Finance to oversee the finance function across the whole group.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Recognised professional finance or accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Significant experience at managerial level in a complex organisation, ideally within a charitable setting
• Extensive VAT knowledge and experience
• Significant senior stakeholder engagement, both internally and externally
• Ability to work under pressure, flexible in attitude, organised and not daunted by deadlines

You will be a qualified accountant who is driven and well organised, with a proven track record in delivering hands-on, high quality, financial and management reports. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, experience of line management and an ability to look forward and think strategically in a business context will be essential.

For more information, please contact Adam Stacey, Executive Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment.

Applications should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Closing date: 3 December

Interview: 9 December

However, due to the nature of the role we are reviewing applications as they come in, so please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed early if a suitable candidate is found

Ivy Rock Partners are supporting The House of St Barnabas to recruit a Head of Finance to join their Central London team. This is a brilliant opportunity to join an organisation that is tackling homelessness and unemployment in a commercial, financially sustainable way.

The House of St Barnabas is a charity working to break the cycle of homelessness. We run a social business, our social purpose members’ club in our Grade I listed home on Soho Square, where we support individuals who’ve been affected by homelessness to achieve lasting good work, a secure home and a supportive network . We are seeking to re-define the notion of a private members’ club, challenging stereotypes around ideas of exclusivity and creating a community united by a passion for social change.

The Head of Finance will report into the Finance Director but will oversee the day-to-day running of the Finance function. There is a real opportunity to develop this function, gain exposure to working with the executive team and progress within this people-focused organisation.

Key Responsibilities will include

• Preparing the annual report and accounts and overseeing the audit
• Preparing budgets and forecasts for divisions across the organisation
• Driving improvements across systems and processes with a mandate to invest into key processes (such as the payments process)
• Developing the management accounting pack and making improvements where necessary
• Managing the Finance team, encouraging development and providing high quality line management and technical support

Role Requirements

This position would be suitable for a professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA), or someone qualified by experience in a similar role, with experience preparing management and statutory accounts. A thorough working knowledge of the Charity SORP (whether through audit or accounts preparation) is essential, as are strong system skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to build credibility and relationships across the organisation and bring an attitude of continuous improvement to the position.

Working Patterns and Application information

This role can be either full-time office based or operate on a hybrid model. For information on flexible working patterns, hours, or to discuss your suitability, please contact Kate Marriott at Ivy Rock Partners to review the JD and discuss an application.

Inclusion is a core value of House of St Barnabas, embedded throughout our planning and operations throughout the organisation. We strongly encourage applications from applicants from a range of backgrounds and strive for diversity of age, ability, gender identity, marital/civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or pregnancy/maternity leave status.

Head of Finance, Central London – The Arts, up to £55,000

A well-established theatre based in Central London is looking for a new Head of Finance to join the team. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is an all-around role, responsible for all statutory and financial accounting, as well as producing the monthly management accounts and preparing the budgets/forecasts throughout the year. This position would be well suited to charity/arts technical accountants looking for a step into a more senior position, or auditors with PQE looking for a step into industry. You will also be responsible for 2 junior members of staff, so some team management experience would be desirable.  This is a great opportunity for qualified accountants to work for a beloved London arts organisation

Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly management accounts preparation and reporting for the Development Team, Education and Community, Capital projects and Theatre Management.
• Preparation of annual budgets and forecasts for the same budget holders
• Liaison with the external auditors and management of the audit process for all entities
• Preparation of statutory financial statements and narrative
• Submissions to Companies House and The Charities Commission
• Quarterly and Annual VAT return preparation and submission
• Preparation of monthly financial accounting and group consolidation for all entities
• Ownership of balance sheet accounts and completion of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Responsibility for accounting for restricted funds
• Responsible for accurate posting of monthly payrolls
• Ownership of the financial controls for transactions and accounting
• Regular updating of financial controls documentation with stakeholders
• Filing of tax returns – CT and supervision of PAYE
• Supervision of pension filings
• Ownership of the finance system and chart of accounts;
• Act as superuser and provide training to new users;
• Plan and manage the delivery of regular system updates

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) – Auditors must come with some PQE
• Experience leading a small finance function
• Strong technical accounting skillset
• Experience of working in or with charities/arts orgs (in house or as an auditor)
• Systems savvy – particularly with Sage/Dynamics
• Keen to work directly with senior stakeholders and providing solid commercial support
• Clear communicator, team player and a passion for theatre

Location: Office (London) / hybrid working (at least two days in the office per week)

We are working in partnership with the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, the UK's pioneering personal safety charity and leading stalking authority, which was established in 1986, following the disappearance of 25-year-old Suzy Lamplugh. The Trust is widely regarded as a field expert in lone-working and personal safety training, stalking training, as well as consultancy. It has a long history in robust campaigning and ground-breaking research, as well as offering life changing support services to victims of Stalking. The National Stalking Helpline was set up by the Trust in 2010, it has helped over 45,000 victims since its inception, and is the only service of its kind globally. In recent years the Trust has also launched specialist advocacy services, stalking perpetrator management programmes and specialist trauma informed programmes for victims of stalking.

They are now seeking a new Head of Finance and Administration to lead the Trust’s accounting, financial management and financial reporting, ensuring the provision of timely financial information to enable the Board, Chief Executive and wider leadership team to fulfil their duties. The postholder will play a key role in managing financial risk, be a core member of the Trust’s leadership team, working closely with the Chief Executive to implement a robust financial strategy, and be responsible for key administration duties, including the maintenance of the Trust’s HR policies and procedures, GDPR compliance, managing relationships with key suppliers and maintaining communication with Trust’s landlord.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• At least five years’ experience in a financial management role (CCAB qualified, or part-qualified, depending on experience).
• Proven experience of budget setting, financial procedures, management accounting, and risk management.
• Sound working knowledge of UK GAAP, Charity SORP and FRS 102.
• Experience of using Sage Line50 or similar.
• Experience of crisis and change management.
• Experience of working with a trading arm or with a social enterprise is advantageous.

We are seeking a strategic and practical individual, who is results driven, calm under pressure, proactive and adaptable, with strong interpersonal skills. Collaboration and teamwork will be key in this role, as will the ability to present and explain complex financial and other management information to a varied audience. The post holder will also be expected to deputise for the Chief Executive as required.

For more information, please contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Charisma Charity Recruitment, quoting reference JO2927.

Applications should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Closing date: Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment. 

Start Network has an exciting opportunity for a talented senior finance professional to join our team as Head of Finance. This new role will lead our finance team, shaping our finance systems to respond to the growing needs of a dynamic organisation. 

With a recognised finance qualification and experience in a senior finance role, you will be responsible for leading our finance function, ensuring it is a trusted partner delivering an exceptional financial service to internal and external stakeholders. You will identify and adapt best practice and innovation from within the sector to enable the Start Network to meet its needs as we evolve and grow. You will ensure that we are well positioned to take on additional grant funding and develop new and innovative financial products. As a values-based, innovative organisation changing the humanitarian sector, we are looking for unique individual who shares our values and has experience within the charity sector with grant management. 

If this opportunity excites you and you meet the requirements set out in the Job Description, then we'd love to hear from you!

The role is based in London and applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. In line with our values and global reach, candidates from the BAME community are highly encouraged. 

We reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a satisfactory number of applications.

ABOUT START NETWORK

Start Network is made up of more than 50 aid agencies across five continents. Together, our aim is to transform humanitarian action through innovation, fast funding, early action, and localisation. We're tackling what we believe are the biggest systemic problems that the sector faces. Problems including slow and reactive funding, centralised decision-making, and an aversion to change mean that people affected by crises around the world do not receive the best help fast enough, and needless suffering results.

We have grown and diversified our membership over the past 10 years. We are now set to evolve into a decentralised “network of networks” by 2025. We are currently working with five national and regional networks (hubs) in Pakistan, DRC, Guatemala, India, and the Pacific. They are developing locally owned ways of anticipating and responding to humanitarian crises. We aim to support the emergence and development of further Hubs in the coming years. Our ultimate ambition is to devolve leadership, membership, programming, and decision making to the hubs, while the UK team transitions to provide services of support.

We are committed to protecting people, particularly children, at-risk adults and affected populations from any harm that may be caused due to their encountering the Start Network as well as responding effectively should any harm occur. We are also committed to safeguarding staff from any forms of bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and abuse of power as outlined in the Dignity at Work policy.

We embrace diversity, promote equality of opportunity and eliminate unlawful discrimination. We are an equal opportunities employer and treat every application on merit alone. We particularly welcome applications from disabled, black, indigenous and people of colour (BIPOC), and LGBT+ and non-binary candidates. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet our essential selection criteria (see person profile).

Our roles are open to discussion about flexible working. While our team is office based, home working is part of our culture. For part-time working and job-shares, please get in touch with us for a conversation about possibilities for this particular role.

For more information about our values and strategic priorities, please visit our website.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Strategy and leadership

• Provide robust, expert financial support and advice to the Chief Finance & Operations Officer (CFOO), leadership team and Finance and Audit Committee (FAC)
• Deputise for the Chief Finance Operating Officer on financial matters as required
• Lead on financial strategy and planning to enable us to become a major international grant recipient, including development and roll out of grant management systems and processes
• Work closely with the Senior Management Team to ensure that our financial systems and processes are agile, providing support and guidance to colleagues in using them
• Lead on specific and innovative finance projects to meet the changing needs of the organisation

Financial planning

• Lead on key aspects of financial planning across the organisation, including risk management and scenario planning, working closely with the CFOO.
• Create financial models to assist the organisation in managing financial sustainability as its operating model evolves.  This will also include monthly management of going concern forecasting.
• Provide financial modelling and impact analysis e.g., inflation, activity projections, workforce fluctuations or indirect cost recovery for the CFOO and FAC.
• Lead on monitoring and managing the annual budget delivery plan to inform business decisions.
• Ensure monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports are provided to managers.
• Lead the statutory accounts process, ensuring relevant resourcing and processes are in place to meet our needs, acting as the main point of contact with the external auditors.
• Ensure that financial systems are robust (including those relating to the grant custodian and any other financial arrangements) and that adequate controls are in place to provide assurance that funds are applied appropriately.
• Ensure that all process and procedures and arrangements are in place for detecting and reporting fraud and support any investigative procedures as required.

Donor Grant Management

• Monitor donor grant pipeline to ensure future funding targets are met
• Monitor donor income against budgets and manage recoveries and fund balances
• Oversee donor financial reporting and compliance to donor T&Cs, and manage risk of disallowances
• Support the Resource Mobilisation Team in negotiating donor T&Cs for new grants

Line Management

• Line manage and support the growth and development of the finance team members currently including Finance Manager, Finance Officer & Controller, International Grants and Finance Officer.
• Monitor performance and ensure financial KPI’s and targets are met or exceeded.
• Manage consultants and other third-party contractors as required.
• Provide team leadership to enhance ways of working as a team, providing high quality advice and levels of service to the organisation.

YOU'LL HAVE THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE

• Track record of leading a successful financial partnering service, managing a high-calibre, multi-disciplinary team to deliver against demanding timescales.
• Excellent analytical and reasoning skills.
• Proven experience of developing financial models, operating principles, and managing complex budgeting and reporting processes.
• Demonstrable experience of working at a strategic level and being responsive to change.
• Experience of developing finance practice and making improvements to service provision.
• Proven project and team management capability.
• Qualified Finance professional: ACCA, ACA or CIMA.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Flex communication style to convey complex information concisely to different audiences, avoiding jargon and using simple language.
• Hold both a strategic perspective and enough detail to work with one part of the organisation whilst understanding the impact on other parts of the organisation and network through listening and engaging with other teams.
• Provide hands on support when required to the finance function of the organisation as a recognised need in a start-up business.
• Provide leadership by inspiring and unlocking motivation in others across the network to lead and hold them accountable for the results.
• Develop teams by creating safe spaces for them to be challenged and supported to try new things and learn from one another.
• Anticipate the ‘what ifs’ and actively plan to navigate them together with the team, seeking collaborative solutions and drawing on those with relevant expertise.
• Balance the need to follow systems and processes with the courage, identifying when systems and processes do not align with the mission, suggesting alternatives.
• Enable others to deliver results by setting direction, providing clarity around roles and responsibilities, and creating a positive culture.
• Provide an enabling environment for the organisation to try out new approaches to technology, financial and people management through openness to experimentation and learning from outside the sector.

START NETWORK CULTURE

• Carry out the responsibilities of the role in line with the Start Network Code of Conduct and with a commitment to safeguarding adults and children.
• Show a commitment to the Start Network vision, principles, values, and approach.
• We are an agile group of individuals who use our experience and skills across the network, so flexibility to work in and with different teams and functions is a part of our culture.

OUR OFFER TO YOU

Along with a competitve salary we offer a great benefits package:

• Flexible working with options to work from home and remotely some of the time. Please Note: all staff have been working from home under COVID restrictions, and we are currently transitioning to a hybrid working model which for this role will likely be 2 days per week in the office.
• Centrally located office with onsite drinks available free of charge.
• Access to cultural talks, events, pop-up sales, and a place to meet and socialise after work
• Discounts at local cafes and restaurants in association with WeWork.
• Family friendly policies and approached, particularly maternity pay (21 weeks full pay).
• Equity support groups and safe spaces – currently BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and open to others with budget and support from a cross-organisation Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Group.
• Wellbeing initiatives responding to the needs of the organisation eg additional days of leave given under COVID and regular activities initiated through Wellbeing Peer Supporters.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Access to counselling services provided by Thrive International.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Contributory pension.
• Life assurance equivalent of three times your salary
• 25 days holiday, bank holidays plus 2 paid company days over the year end closure period.

APPLICATION

We work with Applied, an online recruitment platform designed to allow teams to measure candidates on what actually matters. Rather than relying on CVs and cover letters, Applied allows you to demonstrate your skills and abilities through competency-based questions which are blind- reviewed by our team to avoid personal bias.

Any offer of employment is subject to relevant checks. Please refer to our privacy statement and candidate privacy notice regarding treatment of your data.

For further information about this role, please see the full job specification attached.

Charity People have partnered with a leading NGO based in London helping them to recruit a Head of Finance. You will be reporting to the CFO, working closely with the leadership team managing a team of three in Finance.

Candidates applying for this role must have very strong experience producing accounts according to Charity SORP and must have very strong experience in donor reporting (e.g. USAID, DFID, EU grants etc.).

Candidates applying for this role must be Qualified Accountants holding a recognised Finance qualifications (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA).

You will be required to come into London twice a week and the salary offered is circa £55,000 per annum.

The main duties and responsibilities are:
- Provide robust and expert financial support and advice to the CFO and board
- Lead on financial strategy
- Create financial models to assist the organisation in managing financial sustainability
- Lead on monitoring and managing the annual budget delivery plan
- Lead the statutory accounts process according to Charity SORP
- Monitor donor grant pipeline to ensure future funding grants are met
- Oversee donor financial reporting and compliance
- Lead and manage the Finance team

Candidates applying for this role must have the following skills and experience:
- Experience working for a Charity and preparing accounts according to Charity SORP
- Very strong in Institutional don or reporting
- Should be able to work within a small close-knit team and be very hands on
- Should have very strong Excel skills (Vlookups, Pivot tables, Sumifs, spreadsheets etc)
- Have the ability to look beyond numbers and be commercially minded
- Proactive, problem-solving ability and have strong interpersonal skills
- Worked within the Finance and Audit Committee
- Experience working and advising the CEO, SMT and Trustee Board
- Must hold recognised CCAB qualifications (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA)

The closing date for this role is 13th December, 2021
First stage will be held w/c 20th December, 2021
If you have the necessary skills and experience, please apply with a copy of your CV. Candidates shortlisted will be required to write a supporting statement.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

• Work for Highgate Cemetery
• Lead the finance function, reporting to the CEO

About Our Client

Highgate Cemetery, opened in 1839, went into decline in the 1970s before being rescued by the Friends of Highgate Cemetery Trust. It is one of the finest Victorian cemeteries in the country, the final resting place of Karl Marx, and a Grade I registered landscape that attracts many visitors throughout the year from all over the world.

The Friends of Highgate Cemetery Trust was formed by local people who were concerned for the future of the Cemetery. Today we try to maintain the precarious balance of the appearance of romantic decay with the needs of conservation. We want this special place to be available to future generations to appreciate and value as we do.

The Trust is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee. It has a wholly owned commercial subsidiary which manages the day-to-day operations of the Cemetery. The financial statements of the subsidiary are consolidated into those of the charity. Annual revenue is c £1.3 million per year.

Job Description

• Accurate and timely monthly management reporting and forecasting of financial performance and cash balances for both entities with commentary; preparing papers for, and attending committee and trustee meetings.
• Annual statutory consolidated financial reporting, in line with charities SORP, ensuring successful audits and timely compliance with all annual returns.
• Preparing annual budgets and also for major projects and then monitoring activities and costs alongside the Chief Executive and Trustees.
• Ensure robust processes and procedures for control of cash flow, VAT and other tax, Gift Aid, GDPR, etc.
• Support the cemetery conservation project closely, including all budget monitoring, forecasting and decision making support. In addition, provide input into fundraising bids and present reporting and analysis to senior management and the trustees.
• Oversee IT strategy and work with the outsourced IT provider
• Line manage and develop the bookkeeper, monitoring their work, setting targets and carrying out appraisals.
• Work closely with staff to ensure that key processes and activities are cost-effective.

The Successful Applicant

You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong understanding of overseeing financial management for an organisation. You will have delivered statutory reporting and will have led on overall budgeting and financial strategy.

Experience working within an organisation that receives National Lottery Heritage funding would be highly beneficial.

What's on Offer

Salary up to £60,000 plus benefits

All applications will be reviewed by Joe Harris at Michael Page.

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: MPCYJN10202-14505591Z

A charity are recruiting for an Interim Head of Finance

Your new company
A growing, London-based charity.

Your new role
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and managing a small team, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the finance department. You will oversee and be "hands-on" where required in the production of the monthly management accounts; budgeting and forecasting; grant reporting and the production of the monthly statutory accounts. Anticipated duration is for 3-4 months. Hybrid working: 2 days a week in the office.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified Accountant with strong, recent experience as a Head of Finance/Finance Director within the charity sector.

What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.

What you need to do now
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Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a national education body to recruit for an Interim Head of Finance and Resources for a period of 6 months, with opportunities for this role to become permanent. Finance is the key requirement of this role and while there are other aspects of this position covering the resources side, the organisation is open to hearing from candidates keen to be focused solely on the Finance part of the position. To start in January 2022 (February latest).

The full role will be responsible for the management of all internal support services including finance, IT, premises, HR, data and security, and internal policies and procedures. It will involve both strategic reasoning and operational activity. The role will be responsible for financial planning and compliance and risk management and governance processes. The post holder will actively contribute to the aims and objectives of the Finance Committee, and give timely updates to Officers , Board members and Trust Committees where relevant. Central to this role is the ability to foster positive working relationships across teams.

The successful candidate will be an experienced senior finance professional with strong knowledge of charity accounting SORP and charity governance. You will also be an excellent communicator, with the ability to communicate complex finance issues to non finance experts.

In order to apply please submit your CV only in the first instance (2-3 pages). Following your application you may be contacted by Prospectus for an informal discussion and may be asked to provide further information to assist with the recruitment process.

Due to the urgency of this vacancy Prospectus will be reviewing CVs on an ongoing basis.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

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MLC Partners are working with one of the leading names in the international development sector to recruit their new Head of Donor Finance. Having recently gone through a period of change and transformation, this is a fantastic time to join an organisation with a high-calibre team and a culture of personal development.

Main responsibilities of the role are:

• Lead and develop a team of 11 to ensure that timely financial reports and analysis is delivered to SMT.
• Business partner with three directors across the organisation and manage the annual budget for head office.
• Work with donor leads to analyse contracts which have been escalated for senior assessment, specifically focussing on risk reduction from performance based donor payments.
• Review key reports and proposals over a threshold value, ensuring tight financial controls are in place.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified accountant with experience working in the international development sector, whether from the delivery side or auditing.
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge around donor finance requirements.
• Have excellent people management skills, managing the competing demands of a hands on role with day to day management.
• Ideally have experience of USAID and other donors.

Although not an exhaustive list, this would be an excellent role for someone coming from a donor assurance / audit function in a major accounting firm or a Head of / FC in a Small-Medium sized INGO.

The position will likely be filled before the closing date, so please don’t delay in applying.

For more information, please contact Jamie Elliott at MLC Partners.

Head of Donor Finance: up to £63,500 + Bonus and Benefits

On behalf of a renowned global healthcare organisation, we're recruiting a Head of Donor Finance to report to the Global Financial Controller and partner with the Donor, Programme Design and Development, Giving and Fundraising Teams and International Operations. The Head of Donor Finance is a key role which will lead a team to manage the fundraising and donor funded project life cycle. This role will also oversee the commercial cost proposal and bid process as well as the donor reporting, and donor audit process.

Main Duties:

• Lead, motivate and manage the Donor Finance Team
• Act as key business partner to the Exec, Donor, Compliance, Programme Design, Fundraising and Global Operations teams
• Support full project life cycle to country programmes, regional teams, and donor teams
• Oversee cost proposal development process, bid commerciality, performance of new business development functions and new business KPIs and metrics
• Oversee the Donor reporting and accounting function including cashflow forecasts, project finance reports, deferred and accrued income balances and performance related pay
• Ensure all project donor audits across EU and USAID are compliant and that the year-ed analysis is robust and included in statutory accounts
• Work closely with the Group Financial Controller to improve processes, procedures, and support business growth

Person Specification:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with significant experience of managing restricted funds/ projects reporting and accounting teams.
• Significant experience with USAID, FCDO and EU
• Strong staff management experience
• Multi-currency reporting and accounting experience
• Ideally Sun and Vision experience
• SORP and NGO experience
• Commercial bids, pricing, and ROI experience

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£47,155-£48,583

ActionAid UK is a member of the ActionAid Federation, an international charity that works with women and girls living in poverty.

As part of the ActionAid Federation, we work with women and girls, our partners, and dedicated staff in 43 countries to end violence and fight poverty so that all women, everywhere, can create the future they want.

The Head of Internal Audit is a key role in ActionAid reporting to the Chief Executive and Treasurer. We are looking for a qualified accountant who can make a positive impact on the control environment, through the provision of internal audits, and consultancy/advice to key stakeholders. They will contribute to the effectiveness of the control environment within which ActionAid operates, by working with a wide variety of stakeholders across all operations, both management and our trustees.

We are looking for an individual who can add real value by identifying areas of improvement, and working with the management team to develop workable, solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on internal auditor who can work independently with a wide variety of stakeholders, within the UK and globally.

Working to enhance the controls environment within which the organisation operates, the ideal candidate will have significant experience of working at a senior level with management and trustees, and have a proven track record of adding value through audit and advisory services.

You will have experience of managing an internal audit function preferably in a complex organisation and a proven ability to communicate succinctly with directors and trustees. You will also have a willingness to travel and work independently.

ActionAid is committed to driving improvement through digital channels, tools and ways of working.  We will ensure that we provide the technology and the training to enable all staff to perform their roles to the best of their abilities. In return, we ask that all staff are committed to continually improving their digital skills and knowledge within the working environment. Our recruitment processes will evaluate the digital skills of all applicants. 

ActionAid is committed to supporting flexible working. If you would like to discuss flexible working options, including the possibility of a job share for this role, there will be space to do so during the interview process.

We are committed to continually improving the diversity of our workforce and therefore encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQI+ community, the trans community, and those with a disability.

We are committed to continually improving the diversity of our workforce and therefore encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQI+ community, the trans community, and those with a disability.

We are committed to continually improving the diversity of our workforce and therefore encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQI+ community, the trans community, and those with a disability.