Title: Finance and Operations Manager
Location: Primarily remote for the first year, then based in London 
Reports to: Executive Director
Salary: GBP £36,000 - £46,000
Applications Close: 2 April 2021; applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
Start date: position is available immediately

Summary:

We are seeking a full-time London-based Manager to work alongside the Founder and Executive Director to provide a comprehensive finance driven operations system. The role will include organizational operations, human resources, financial due diligence, donor reporting, budget management, audit management and resources allocation. The appointed manager will need to have good overall financial skills including knowledge of building of a finance system thus enabling the operations of the organization to function effectively.

About All Survivors Project:

All Survivors Project (ASP) is an independent, international organisation that conducts research and advocacy and facilitates inter-disciplinary dialogue and learning to improve global responses for every victim/survivor of sexual violence including men and boys in situations of armed conflict and forced displacement. Through our work with governmental and non-governmental stakeholders and with male survivors of sexual violence, we seek to ensure that conflict-related sexual violence is prevented and that the rights of all victims/survivors, including men and boys, are fulfilled, and the dignity of all survivors is respected and protected.  All Survivors Project has a team of full-time and part-time staff members in the UK and Europe.

About the position:

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Finance and Operations Manager will support a growing organization to plan for its future and meet its current commitments. The post holder will ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures including donor regulations and guidelines, and governmental compliance.

The Finance and Operations Manager will be the focal point for overall financial management and planning, including budgeting, donor proposal development, cash flow management, donor reporting, audits and internal capacity building. The Finance and Operations Manager will need to develop and build systems in the overall financial management of the organization. Whilst the Finance and Operations Manager will be the sole finance person to begin with, it is envisaged that a bookkeeper will be appointed to support the inputting requirements once systems are properly established.

The Finance and Operations Manager will also be the focal point for overall operations management, including legal compliance, managing and updating organizational policies, supporting ASP on human resources, internal communications, and documenting institutional memory. The role will also provide support to a growing team for daily operations.

Core Responsibilities:

The post holder will be expected to comply with all ASP policies and procedures. ASP has clear commitments to safeguarding all those it is in contact with, directly or indirectly, and the postholder will be required to work within ASP’s Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. Pre-employment recruitment checks will reflect these safeguarding commitments.

This is an immediate start interim Head of Finance role working for an International Charity. Reporting to the CEO and looking after an existing finance team of 3 people, the successful Head of Finance is required to transform the finance function, ensuring effective finance processes & procedures are in place including relevant financial reporting strategies.

The day to day duties will include;

• Reviewing existing financial controls, management systems, budgeting processes to ensure they meet business, governance and compliance needs
• Ensuring that the finance system PS Financial is set up to work to its full capacity whilst meeting the users and business needs
• Leading and managing the end of year accounts and completing the audit process including the preparation of statutory accounts
• Ensuring that the existing team is the right size and composition to meet business needs and deliver an effective service
• Working closely with the CEO and SMG to deliver 2 year international business plan, and monthly forecasts
• Ensuring that all income is processed in accordance with charity policies, Charity SORP and any other relevant compliance related to restricted and unrestricted funds
• Preparing and assisting in the charities Audit, Finance & Risk Committee

The successful candidate must be able to start asap, and must have a proven track of managing a finance function with a clear track record of creating efficiencies in its processes and procedures ideally within a charity or NFP organisation. In addition to a proven track in a similar role applicant's must hold relevant accounting qualifications such as ACCA/CIMA.

Largely a home based/ remote role the successful Head of Finance will be required to travel into the offices occasionally.

If you are interested in applying for this full time Head of Finance role through TPP recruitment please do so by sending your CV to [email protected]

Vacancy Reference Number:

HOP/P/UK-R1

Position title:

Head of Programmes

Reports to:

Programme Director

Location:

Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

And

Remotely

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary guideline:

(Up to) £40,000.00 per annum (commensurate with experience)

Terms of Employment:

Permanent Contract (with a 3-Month Probationary Period)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than Wednesday, 17th February 2021

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

Interviews: W/C 1st March 2021

Start: ASAP thereafter

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold a Zoom Interview with Muslim Hands.

About Us:

Muslim Hands is a UK based international relief organisation working in over 40 countries worldwide. The Head Office in Nottingham and a fundraising team in Whitechapel London; occasional travel between the two locations. Muslim Hands UK is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our team during an exciting period of growth and change as we have ambitious plans to grow our activities by 2025.

Role Overview:

The Head of Programmes will ensure the implementation of the MH programmes Strategy, which encompasses the implementation of international programme. 

 The Head of UK Programmes will report to the Director of Programmes and manage the thematic programmes team.

The candidate will have demonstrable experience of successful delivery of international programmes and project management. Ideally will have experience and knowledge of WASH, Food, Health and Livelihood programmes.

Main Responsibilities:

• Strategy
  • To ensure that the MH programmes strategy and theory of change for MH programmes aligns with and in support MH’s global strategy.
  • Carry out regular performance and annual review of programmes based on strategic aims and KPI’s
• Programme Management
  • Review proposals of proposed interventions to ensure innovative projects and programmes are designed adhering to sectoral standards, principles in accordance with guideline on humanitarian interventions and best practice
  • Overseeing end to end cycle of the programme
  • Effectively coordinate and liaise with partners to successfully implement interventions
  • Ensure effective M&E arrangements through impact evaluation.
  • Ensure the programme is in line with MH policies and procedures
  • Ensure the effective use of the internal programme management system
  • Ensure all programmes are in line with due diligence, risk procedures  
• Finance and compliance
  • To ensure effective implementation of projects through progress and financial reporting
  • Develop MH programme budget
  • Ensure that all records are maintained and stored appropriately in line with MH document management and IT policies
  • Ensure documents and relevant procedures are correctly and appropriately applied.
• Networking and Influencing
  • To significantly raise the profile and visibility of MH Program
  • Represent MH on national and regional platforms. To develop understanding and support and to work in collaboration with faith-based and non-faith-based organisations
  • Using MH and other networks with local CSOs and Government bodies to promote MH UK programmes
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure the internal visibility of MH programmes
• Capacity Strengthening 
  • Provide insight into programme trends to all relevant internal stakeholders and become a champion for Programmes internally and externally
  • Ensure the vision, values and aim of the programme continue to be embedded in all areas of work and are clearly communicated internally and externally.
  • Ensuring areas of MH are in line with current Programmes trends
  • To work closely with colleagues and partners with relevant technical expertise to ensure (planning, monitoring, fundraising, M&E and governance and other appropriate support is available for programmes.
• Communication and Marketing
  • To provide key case studies to communication colleagues, in order to create further opportunities by highlighting key stories which heighten the awareness of the Programmes
• To undertake all tasks and duties in an effective, efficient, transparent, and wholly accountable manner
• To demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct.
• To support with Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in fundraising activities and ensuring the availability of staff during our peak periods.
• To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by Line Manager.
• To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands Policies, Procedures and Professional Practices.

Note: This job description will change from time to time due to changes within the Organisation as well as the updating of procedures within your department.  If there is a major change to your role then a new job description will be produced.

About the Successful Candidate:

Essential:

• Ability to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom
• Must be able to either:

1. Provide a valid Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands; OR
2. Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role.

• Uphold Muslim Hands’ Organisational Values

Education:

Essential:

• University Degree (BA, BSc).

Desirable:

• MBA, or masters level degree in International Development or related subject.

Experience:

Essential:

• Experience of programme management in low- and middle-income countries.
• Experience of leading and managing teams.
• Setting up new projects and programmes.
• Understanding of and working with monitoring and evaluation frameworks.

Desirable:

• Charities/INGO experience.
• Experience of working with institutional donors

This is a very rewarding position for the right person. If you feel this is you please send your CV with a cover letter explaining why you feel you are suitable quoting the above reference number!!

Deadline for applications is Wednesday, 17th February 2021, however, we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found. 

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful. 

Job Title: Head of Operations
Location: Holborn, Central London (remote working during COVID- 19 lockdown)
Salary: £60k- £67k per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full- time (37.5 hours per week)
Start date: As soon as possible.

The Intensive Care National Audit & Research Centre (ICNARC) is a small, independent, nationally and internationally respected, scientific, not-for-profit organisation (c40 staff in total), using accurate data to help improve the quality of critical care through audit, research and education, conducted with, and in the interests of, patients and those who care for them. Most recently, ICNARC has been centrally involved in the response to COVID-19 through weekly reporting on admissions to, and outcomes from, intensive care and as the UK methods centre for the Chief Medical Officer endorsed REMAP-CAP trial which is currently recruiting in 120 centres in the UK.

About the role 
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Operations to join our Senior Management Team (SMT), to provide direct leadership to our operations team and to manage them to deliver a roadmap to better support ICNARC’s Audit, Research and Statistical activities.

The successful candidate will be a confident and resilient senior manager who possesses strong people management skills and an ability to coach, manage and develop high performing teams.

What you’ll be doing 
As Head of Operations you will lead on all aspects of operations management in support of ICNARC’s Business Plan objectives.

Our ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience of the following:

• Working effectively and openly with the Board of Trustees, leadership team, staff and other stakeholders to promote an inclusive, vibrant, high performing organisation.
• Working with Senior Managers to prepare and manage the annual budget and to provide reforecasting updates on the organisation’s finances.
• Developing and providing Management Information that communicates progress against strategic and financial plans, including regular reporting to the SMT and to the Board of Management.
• Maintaining on a continuous basis, a safe working environment and ensuring safe working practices for all staff.
• Continuously improving operations management within the defined budget, whilst ensuring alignment to organisational strategy.
• Ensuring that organisation is compliant with all legal, regulatory and governance requirements. This includes working with the Senior Information Risk Owner and the Data Protection Officer, to set policies and procedures and to undertaking monitoring of performance against these.
• Managing finances with integrity and ensuring that Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), as relevant, is followed and that all HMRC requirements are met.
• Developing and delivering a Finance Strategy which enables the Organisation to operate successfully and continue to grow and prosper.
• Ensuring that organisation operates in accordance with all policies and procedures which align to employment law, and that all HR/personnel records and employment contracts are kept up to date, that payroll and pension activities are performed accurately and on time, and, as appropriate, to maintain regular interaction with internal HR and outsourced service providers.
• Promoting practices and behaviours to accelerate and embed learning within the organisation culture.
• Delivering an IT strategy that enhances data security and remote working/access and embeds continuous improvement into future plans.

What you’ll need to succeed 
In order to succeed, it is essential that you have proven leadership experience of working in an organisation that has been through significant change and that you were part of the team that led that change. You will also have experience of corporate operations leadership of a Small to Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) with complex revenue recognition and varying income streams, and of leading a finance team and working within a not-for-profit organisation.

What you’ll get in return 
In return you will receive an annual salary of £60k - £67k per annum working for a well-established, scientific organisation in the centre of London. You will also receive a generous benefits package including:

• 25 days holiday per year and the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave;
• flexible working which is fully embedded in our culture;
• interest-free season ticket loans;
• support with further academic/professional development; and
• an enhanced pension contribution after your first year of employment.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis (remotely via videoconferencing); the advert will be closed early if an appointment is made prior to the closing date so we advise interested applicants to apply sooner rather than later.

To apply:

Please click 'Apply' to be redirected to our website, where you can find further information about the role and details of how to apply.
Please note, you are not applying at this stage.

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

No agencies.

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Part Time Director of Finance and Operations on a 9 - 12 month fixed term contract for this well-established Youth Charity based in London.

The position is currently working from home, due to the pandemic, but candidates would then be required to attend the offices at least 2 or 3 days a week.

* The position is working 4 days a week
* Salary: £69,000pa FTE for 4 days a week - ( £55,000 actual pay)
* Length of Contract: 9-12 month contract - With a possibility of permanent employment afterwards
* THIS IS A HANDS-ON POSITION

Line management: 2 direct reports (Head of Fundraising and Communications and Head of Operations) and various third-party agencies e.g. Salesforce consultants, IT providers, Payroll

This role will be responsible for all aspects of operations, financial management, planning and analysis including reporting of donations and statutory reporting to deliver objectives and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner.

Essential experience:

* Managing accounts with large portfolio of investors/funders and diverse income streams
* Budget management experience of 1million +
* Led on reporting and compliance for both Companies House and Charity Commission
* Knowledge of charity-sector specific reporting responsibilities is ideal, but a willingness to pick these up is more important

Essential skills:

* Full accountancy qualifications (ACA / ACCA)
* Excellent practical experience working within the finance function of a small to medium sized business, ideally in a fast-paced startup environment.
* First class Excel and modelling skills and experience of using Google Sheets
* Previous experience of using Quickbooks
* Strong leadership, communications and people management skills.

Head of Treasury: £500 - £600 per day (Inside IR35) 6-9 months.

For a large, international organisation, we are recruiting for an Interim Head of Treasury / Treasury Operations Manager. Reporting to the Director of Finance Operations, the Head of Treasury is a leadership role managing all aspects of corporate treasury processes, controls, and analysis. This role will lead on cash management, financing and investment activities, internal controls, risk management and loss prevention. The Head of Treasury will be someone with strong knowledge of large international organisations with revenue generated via multiple product / service channels in a matrix structure and cash management.

Main Duties:

• Develop and implement Treasury Management Policy and Controls and ensure compliance
• Develop and support the implementation of Treasury strategy and foreign currency management
• Develop long-term investment strategy to maximise deposit interest income and ensure compliance with loan facilities.
• Manage, lead, and motivate the Treasury Team and build treasury capability and processes within the team and wider finance
• Foster key relationships with the Director of Finance, Tax and Status Directors, Management Board, Head of Legal, Head of Risk, Shared Services, Banks, Audit and Treasury
• Manage regional contracts for EU and EA Regional Banking
• Manage the Income and Banking platform processes including pan European zero balancing cash pool
• Optimise cash-flow and improve cash flow forecasting across the business
• Maximise investment income with Shared Services, Regional FD's to avoid trapped cash
• Manage foreign currency liquidity requirements

Person Specification:

• Fellow ACA, CIMA, ACCA or ACT with proven Head of Treasury or Principal Treasurer experience from a global, matrix structured organisation
• In depth experience with international treasury management
• Statutory legal entity reporting
• Investment management
• Reuters and dealing platforms, ISDA and loan documentation
• Excellent understanding of foreign exchange and money market
• Knowledge of the demands of treasury in business set-up and global growth

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

If you know anyone looking for a new role, your referral could earn you £250

The consists of five distinct brands: , , , and . If you or anyone you know is looking to join our growing recruitment team, speak to us today. £250 is on offer for any referrals we successfully hire.

BACKGROUND

Over the past 80 years, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.

The International Rescue Committee UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its headquarters in New York and London. The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster. Through over 20 regional offices in cities across the United States, the IRC also helps refugees resettle in the US and become self-sufficient.

The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve. The IRC is a tireless advocate for the most vulnerable.

IRC-UK

Our European headquarters, IRC-UK, were established in London in 1997 to support the organisation’s global activities and particularly to diversify its donor base and be able to better advocate with European policy-makers on behalf of the people we serve. Since its establishment IRC-UK has grown rapidly and is now acknowledged for its high quality project management, technical expertise in governance and rights and economic recovery, and innovative thinking on early recovery and gender based violence. IRC-UK comprises approximately 130 staff.

In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm.

The Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the role is to assist the finance team in delivering its objectives and providing effective support to our Awards Management Unit programmes and country offices.

Scope and Authority

Authority:

This position assists and works closely with the Head of Finance. The position has no line management authority

Key Working Relationships

• Reports to Head of Finance
• Close coordination with other members of the Finance team including Finance Assistant and Financial Accountant
• Working relationship with the wider Finance & Operations department and the Awards Management Unit (AMU)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Grants income Allocations and Transfers (30%)

• Donor receipts: ensure all donor income are identified and allocated to the correct grant and country codes and inform AMU UK, New York and country offices on a timely basis.
• Field Grant transfers: prepare international fund transfers batches to New York twice a month; ensure grant funding balance is checked using the Funds Available and Bank running balance spreadsheets.
• Maintain digital files for grant transfers and international invoices with full supporting documentation attached.
• Assist in providing Intercompany supporting documents on UK and Technical Unit grants/transactions as required by country offices for Field Audits.

Grant Balances Reconciliation (50%)

• Reconcile transfers and field expenditure data and between UK and New York for all UK grants by end of each month.
• Raise all issues arising from the reconciliations with the Head of Finance for quick resolutions with New York and country offices by end of each month so the corrections can be made promptly.
• Ensure each grant is reconciled monthly and added to the main Grants Schedule.
• Prepare grant revenue recognition journals entries ensuring completeness and accuracy every month.
• Assist in fund balances reconciliations for all restricted grants and resolution of issues with Head of finance.

Transactions processing (10%)

• Assist in creating and uploading new account and financial codes (T codes) into SUN.
• Process international invoices and expenses ensuring correct coding and authorization.
• Assistant with processing of supplier invoices, staff expenses and credit notes in SUN.

Payments (10%)

• Maintain UK office bank account templates held in on-line Bank software; ensure dormant accounts are removed and amend templates when necessary.
• Ensure all digital bank statements are received from the bank and filed in the correct location on the server for all periods.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications:

• Good knowledge of accounting demonstrated by an accounting qualification such as AAT or part Qualified Accountant
• Strong IT skills including excellent Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Data driven
• Able to work independently and also as part of a team
• Has strong communication skills, including communicating with staff in the UK and New York Offices over the phone, in person and email in a clear and professional way

Experience:

• Experience of working with accounting software such as SUN or Microsoft Dynamics.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

The application deadline will be 17:00GMT on 5th March 2021.
Interviews will take place week commencing 9th March 2021.

IRC-UK strives to be an equal opportunities employer. IRC-UK is committed to equality of opportunity and to non-discrimination foralljobapplicantsandemployees,andweseekto ensureweachieve diversityinourworkforceregardlessofgender,race,religiousbeliefs, nationality, ethnic/national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

IRC-UK welcomes applications from all candidates, including underrepresented groups and refugees who have the right to work in the UK.

IRC UK will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application and/or interview process, and for essential job functions if appointed to a role. Please contact us if you may need such adjustments.

Harris Hill are recruiting for a Finance Manager for this Faith Based, East London Community Human Rights Charity,

* The position is currently working from home. Once the pandemic has calmed down. The role will come with flexible working.
* The position is part of the Senior Management Team and reports directly to the CEO and COO
* The position is open to Part Qualified or Fully Qualified Accountants

Salary is £35,000pa

About the Role
This is an exciting role for a professional with strong accounting and charity finance experience to join a small but growing charity.
You will have excellent understanding and experience of financial planning and implementing systems. Organised and with a high level of attention to detail, you will enjoy managing this function, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and as part of the SMT (Senior Management Team).
You will lead on all financial activities: accounting, budget setting and forecasting, financial management control policies and procedures, gift aid, banking and support donor management activities.

Key Accountabilities
Financial Management

* Ensuring all financial information held supports the SMT and ultimately the trustee board to make sound decisions
* Responsible for all month end processes, prepare key account reconciliations
* Set up of budget systems and support budget holders to prepare and manage their budgets, including advising on expenditure coding
* Prepare information (monthly, quarterly and annually) e.g. on budget spend and forecasting for funding bids and generation of new income.
* Review and analyse financial reports and budgets with SMT, reporting on trends and performance against budgets to inform management decisions and strategic planning processes
* Work with Fundraising & Partnerships Manager (to be appointed) and Marketing Manager to present financial information in a meaningful way for annual reports, grant and impact reports etc.
* Ensure efficient financial management systems and planning to inform business development, fundraising strategies and demonstrates value for money across all activities
* With the Treasurer, ensure efficient preparation of annual financial accounts and budgets
* Proactively ensure financial policies are adhered to and kept up-to-date. Ensure an appropriate financial control environment is in place.
* Take a proactive lead on financial risk management

Build Up is seeking a Finance Lead to set up and run data-driven financial systems to help scale our organisation’s social impact.

Who we are

You’ll be joining an ambitious young charity that supports young people to shape their local area. On our practical construction projects, young people practically design and build permanent, high-quality and accessible spaces for local communities.

Who you are

We are looking for someone that can both set up new systems and understand the needs of a small growing organisation for them to have maximum impact. You will understand the potential of good quality data and have a practical user-friendly approach to harnessing it.

Responsibilities 

1) Set up efficient financial systems and processes to provide Build Up with good quality data to optimise our performance and scale our social impact.

2) Manage monitoring, processing and forecasting of Build Up’s finances

Work Pattern

You will be working 4 days a month on a flexible basis, initially from home. Build Up will be returning to our workspace later this year and are open to discussing working arrangements going forward.

To find out more, please view the full job description. Applicants are welcome to discuss the role with Build Up's Director Huan Rimington before making an application (contact details on our website).

Are you looking for that next step in your career? Ready to use your experience, to lead a team?

We are working closely with a higher education organisation that is looking to recruit a newly candidate, bursting with potential, to become their new Finance manager.

Client Details

The client is a prestigious university base in London with operations around the globe. They pride themselves on their fantastic research facilities, accredited academics and intelligent students. To thrive with this organisation you will need to be able to demonstrate academic drive and ambition for your future career.

Description

We are looking for a Finance Manager that can take command of a small team and lead on:

• Statutory reporting on all financial statements
• Preparing the organisations financial statements ahead of the annual audit
• Assisting on year end
• Reconciliation and consolidation of group accounts,
• Use your initiative and expertise to identify opportunities for process improvement,
• Manage 2 direct reports,
• Create KPIs in line with business strategy

Profile

The successful applicant will be newly qualified in ACA, CIMA, ACCA or CIPFA and will be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and enthusiasm for the higher education sector.

Job Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a varied role, with extensive opportunities for internal progression. Additionally, you will be welcome to take advantage of the extra-curricular activities that the university hosts.

Business Partner reporting into the Head of Business Partnering with responsibility for the management, budgeting and business partnering activities for a number of key departments.

Client Details

The organisation is a large Housing Association based in London, which owns and manages 40,000 properties. Over the last few years, it has increased its development pipeline seeking to construct 1000 new homes in the next two years and continues to invest into the local area. On top of the housing services it provides it also works closely with the local community and grass root charities.

Description

The key responsibilities of the Business Partner are:

• Providing support to Managers on all aspects of budgeting, financial performance reporting, forecasting and financial business analysis.
• Support the Manager to develop a series of Dashboards or other suitable reporting frameworks which provides insightful management reporting.
• To challenge business assumptions in forecasting and planning.
• Participate in a programme of cost/business reviews which delivers meaningful, timely and relevant financial business analysis.
• To take a key role to support the annual budgeting exercise for your business area and to develop a more responsive budgeting system which is aligned to strategic plans and delivers improved bottom line performance.

Profile

Business Partnering across multiple work streams is huge part of this role - the successful candidate must have exposure of this in a similar role. You will have a track record of engaging with management with the gravitas to support and influence decision making in the business, demonstrating tangible benefits. A self-starter approach is key, with a 'can-do' attitude and the ability to recognise opportunities and drive forward.

• The successful candidate for the Business Partner role, will be a CCAB qualified accountant with exposure to operating at similar level to the position.
• Ideally you will have exposure to working within the Housing, Not for Profit or Public Sector.
• Track record of engaging with management with the gravitas to support and influence decision making in the business, demonstrating tangible benefits.
• Ability to distil complex analysis and succinctly present findings.
• Previous experience of creating management reporting process and implementing financial controls across multiple departments.

Job Offer

£55,000-60,000, 30 Days Annual Leave and 7.5% Employer Pension contribution

One of the most highly respected performing arts organisations is seeking a permanent Director of Finance and Resources to act as a strategic partner to the CEO during exciting times of change.

Reporting to the CEO and Board, the successful candidate will oversee corporate services and need to balance the operational and strategic requirements of the role.

There is a genuine appetite from the CEO and Board to deliver changes and we are seeking exceptional Finance Directors/CFO/COO’s with a proven track record of having delivered strategic change and partnered across the executive community whilst also overseeing the operations.

This is a great role for someone with a passion for performing arts and the creative industry; but professional sector experience is not required and applications from the SME/PE/VC world are warmly welcomed too.

Timings:

• Application deadline is 25th January (please contact Michael Quest at Ivy Rock Partners directly for the candidate pack and for more information)
• Interviews to take w/c 1st Feb and 8th Feb

Finance Manager - Projects

12 month Fixed Term Contract

£43,000 - £47,000pa

London and Currently Remote

The purpose of this role is to support the Head of Finance and Financial controller in driving change across the finance team and the wider organisation to deliver more effective and efficient finance processes and ensure we are ready for the implementation of new finance systems.

Key Accountabilities / Objectives:

• To lead on key projects across the team as directed, working independently or collaboratively as a part of a wider team, ensuring they are completed within agreed deadlines and budget.
• To undertake a thorough review of all key financial controls to ensure they are well defined, fit for purpose and fully implemented.
• Develop a finance manual and finance team training materials
• To take a lead role in the project team responsible for the replacement of the finance systems with a particular focus on ensuring that supporting processes are effective and efficient.
• To improve data quality and timeliness across the finance team by finding out root causes of delays and data failures and identifying and implementing solutions.

Essential Education and Skills

• Qualified accountant with relevant post qualification experience.
• Extensive experience of using finance systems – Great Plains would be desirable.
• Knowledge of Charities SORP, statutory accounting regulations, VAT (including exempt, partial exemptions and reverse VAT), PAYE and other payroll taxes, and Gift Aid.
• Experience of working effectively in cross-functional teams
• Proven experience of preparing annual accounts for external publication.
• Proven experience of coaching and training both finance and non-finance staff.
• Understanding of voluntary sector, financial controls required and how to work with decision making structure (including Trustees) preferred.
• Project management experience desirable but not essential.

Key Competencies:

• Confident and self-motivated with high resilience that can work independently or as part of a collaborative cross-functional team.
• Effective relationship builder with strong emotional intelligence and political awareness to proactively challenge and persuade senior stakeholders and partners.
• Analytical thinker with exceptional communication skills that engage and inspire.
• Dynamic professional with a positive, solution orientated and fun approach.

To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.

Role closes - 12:00pm, 3rd Mar 2021 GMT (Europe/London)

Inclusivity at Comic Relief

We recognise diversity and inclusion are a source of strength in achieving our mission. We therefore welcome everyone, trusting what makes us different brings creativity, styles and experiences to help us collectively do our best work. That’s regardless of your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and cultural identity. We especially welcome those from under-represented groups in modern grant-making and fundraising. We are on a journey, but if you join our team you will be part of a community that is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we want you to:

• Be valued for being yourself
• Do your best work, and be supported to break down barriers so you can succeed
• Be heard, respected, and treated as an equal, whatever your level, experience or background
• Be part of a team that is committed to making this happen – with our colleagues, partners, and contributors.

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About the role

The Access Project currently outsources its accounting function. In light of recent and planned future growth, we have decided to bring that function in-house from summer 2021. We are therefore looking to recruit a Finance Manager who will join a small finance team and play a key role in the successful transition from outsourced to in-house provision. You will be in a unique position to shape a new role to best support the charity.

The Finance Manager will report to the Finance Director.

About The Access Project

The Access Project is an innovative education charity that helps bright young people from disadvantaged backgrounds beat the odds and gain places at top universities. Our volunteers are trained and supported to be effective tutors who work with our students for an hour a week to raise their grades. In addition, a dedicated school-based staff member mentors the students so they have the knowledge and support to make strong university applications. Our results show this approach works.

The Access Project currently works in London, the East and West Midlands and Bradford. We have a growing team (currently c.60 staff) working in schools and regional offices (when lockdown restrictions are not in place).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with the Finance Director to develop a forward-looking finance function that provides accurate data, reports and analysis that can be used inform decision-making across the organisation.

Data capture and monthly processes

• Assist with the implementation of a new finance system and migration of relevant data
• Oversee the set up and ongoing use of any associated systems for invoice and expense management
• Oversee the month end process and produce monthly management accounts packs
• Ensure the accurate capture and coding of the underlying financial data, overseeing the processing done by the Senior Coordinator
• Post regular and ad-hoc journals, including payroll, prepayments, accruals and apportionment of support costs
• Maintain and monitor the cashflow forecast
• Develop and maintain a finance manual and regularly review the financial systems and controls in place

Finance business partnering

• Act as a finance business partner to all budget holders
• Provide ongoing training and support non-finance staff to enable them to effectively manage budgets and make informed decisions
• Draft and review organisational policies relating to finance
• Assist with the production of annual budgets and in-year forecasts in collaboration with the Finance Director and budget holders
• Liaise with the partnerships team, providing financial information for funding applications and reporting and tracking spend on restricted funds

Other

• Assist with the preparation of the annual statutory accounts and audit pack
• Provide the auditors with any information requested during the annual audit
• Undertake ad-hoc projects and requests when they come up

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential characteristics and experience:

• Studying towards a professional accounting qualification (eg. ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or qualified by experience
• At least 2 years of relevant experience, including use of accounting systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to effectively communicate financial matters to staff without a finance background
• Committed to driving improvement
• Excellent attention to detail
• Intermediate or advanced Excel skills
• Passionate about educational disadvantage and The Access Project’s mission
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Committed to upholding a professional code of ethics

Desirable characteristics and experience:

• Working knowledge of the charity SORP

Please note, as a minimum requirement, applicants will need to:

• have a university degree or significant professional experience;
• have the right to work in the UK.

Safeguarding statement

"The Access Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and will expect all volunteers and staff to share this commitment."

Disclosure of a Criminal Record
The Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986 does not apply to posts where there is access to children. This means that applicants for employment which involves working with children and young people must disclose any criminal record. If your application is successful, you are required to make these disclosures and consent to The Access Project verifying the accuracy of your response with the Disclosure and Barring Service.