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Head of Finance

Terms:  Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £50,186 to £59,042 per annum plus London weighting of £3,285 per annum if applicable

Location: Due to Covid-19, this is initially an agile role so you can be based anywhere in the UK. Once we start to re-open our offices for staff, you are welcome to use one of the UnLtd office hubs in London, Bradford or Birmingham, or a satellite office in Scotland or Northern Ireland. We welcome applications from anywhere across the UK and are open to discuss flexible working, including working from home.

We are seeking a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong technical finance understanding that can be evidenced through experience.

The Head of Finance will work closely with the Director of Corporate Services to lead the delivery of the day-to-day finance function and contribute to the strategic growth of our organisation.

Ensuring that financial information and processes are well understood by non-finance colleagues will be a key element of this role. You will manage the Finance team and ensure statutory accounting and other financial compliance requirements are met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensure the robustness and effectiveness of the charity’s financial control systems
• Help develop finance systems to support new business areas, specifically investment fund management system
• Support the business and partnership development of the organisation
• Ensure high standard and timely financial reporting
• Review and improve on the efficiency of the financial processes
• Lead and motivate the Finance Officer and Finance Assistant, working closely with them to ensure they are supported and developed

You will have:

• Experience of drafting annual statutory accounts
• Experience in creating and managing investment funds
• Experience in managing a payment process for grants
• Up to date knowledge of relevant financial legislation, accounting conventions and best practice
• Experience in line managing people

We need to know a bit about you, your experience and what you can bring to UnLtd.

You can submit a CV + supporting statement (up to 2 pages). We’d love you to tell us: 

• About you – your skills, experience and personal qualities; 

• Why you’re interested in the role and what you hope to get out of it.

The main thing is you can demonstrate you have skills and experience that relate to what we have said we are looking for.

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds.

• Application Closing Date:  Wednesday 23rd June 2021 at 5pm
• First round of interviews:  Monday 5th July 2021
• Final interviews:  Expected to be on Friday 9th July 2021

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

UnLtd is committed to offering employment opportunities for people with criminal convictions. As a result, we will only ask you about any criminal convictions at initial offer stage. Your information will be treated fairly and confidentially and will not automatically exclude you from the role that you have applied for.

Doctors of the World (DOTW) is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell to recruit to a Head of Finance role on a permanent, part-time basis. DOTW is part of the global Médecins du Monde (MdM) network, which delivers over 300 projects in more than 70 countries through 3,000 volunteers.  With a head office based in Canary Wharf, this dynamic charity is now seeking a new Head of Finance to join their team in this key role.

DOTW’s vision is of a world in which people affected by war, natural disasters, disease, hunger, poverty, or exclusion get the healthcare they need. This Head of Finance will play a pivotal role in the organisation, driving the financial strategy and managing the finance and administration staff.

The key responsibilities will be:

• Act as the lead of the Finance Team and lead finance and administration staff and volunteers in their work, to ensure that services provided across the organisation meet the expectations of SMT and external stakeholders.
• Lead the production of accurate monthly management accounts, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and present financial information to MdM France and the MdM International Network on a quarterly basis. 
• Be an active participant in senior management team meetings, presenting financial results and, raising relevant finance matters that require attention.
• Regularly meet with the Treasurer in order to prepare and present financial information to the Board of Trustees on a regular basis.
• Ensure that all field accounting for International programmes through UK donors is compliant with both internal and donor requirements.
• Act as a business partner for the operations teams, assisting them with budget and grant application builds, and track actuals to budget.
• Prepare annual budgets and re-forecasts including cashflow.
• Review and agree programme budgets with Directors. 
• Project manage the annual external audit, including the review of the year-end accounts pack and supporting schedules prepared by the Finance Lead.
• Ensure adequate information is available to prepare the annual financial statements and any other required financial information in accordance with agreed timetables.
• Ensure compliance with the relevant accounting standards and legal requirements.
• Obtain, check and manage information flow to payroll provider to prepare payroll in compliance organisations policies and controls.
• Ensure Gift Aid recovery is submitted to HMRC on a timely basis.

The organisation:

DOTW’s UK programme provides direct services and leads policy and advocacy work to help people across the UK who are excluded from health services, such as migrants, refugees, sex workers and people with no fixed address access, to access essential healthcare. Our services are run by volunteer doctors, nurses, midwives, and support workers who provide basic short-term healthcare and help to get people registered with their local GP.

We believe that every person living in the UK has the right to healthcare, and we work to influence public policy and local implementation to reduce health inequalities and ensure access to healthcare for all.

The successful candidate will:

• Have accounting experience at a senior level in an international or UK non-governmental organisation.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• How to manage competing deadlines and tasks effectively.
• Experience of managing and developing small teams.
• Ability to provide meaningful and actionable positive and corrective feedback to others.
• Preparing financial management information for inclusion in reports to donors / Boards is desirable.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 20th June with first stage interviews taking place the week commencing 28th June. Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our exclusive search agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!

Head of Finance - Regional and International

London with some international travel

£65,000

• Are you a fully qualified CCAB Accountant (or equivalent) - ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ACMA, ACA?
• Do you have grant and donor financial reporting experience with a charity or NGO?
• Are you an experienced Head of Finance/Finance Manager who has worked on regional country programmes?

If so, our client may be interested in talking to you. You will be responsible to provide leadership and guidance on financial management & risk to the Global Influencing and Programmes directorate, delivering financial analysis and controls, working in close liaison with the Executive Director, heads of department and their teams.

Your key duties and responsibilities will include -

1. To be the subject-matter expert on finance-related issues
2. To support the UK-based finance roles within the Global Influencing and Programmes Directorate and mentor and supervise the work of International roles overseas.
3. Develop financial analyses for new opportunities, making a full assessment of financial risk and offer alternative scenarios to inform the decision-making process based on market knowledge.
4. To prepare financial action plans for priority areas, advising the Executive Director and respective heads of departments in the Global Influencing and Programmes directorate to ensure they are maximising efficiencies and financial performance to enable them to deliver the respective financial elements of the strategy.
5. Identify key trends and issues impacting on financial performance, ensuring respective budgets and business plans reflect the intended activities of the charity and that any performance issues are flagged up and supported by corrective action.
6. Identify opportunities for income-generation and improvements to promote efficient working practices and potential cost-saving initiatives.
7. Provide financial risk overview for all departments and teams in the Global Influencing and directorate to enable decision-making in a timely manner
8. Ensure that the charity adheres to the financial and grant management conditions contained in donor contracts, both at a programme and country level.
9. Manage the oversight of both donor and internal audits as required, ensuring accurate project and/or departmental budgets and forecasts are developed and finalised.
10. To continually seek new ways to analyse, interpret and present financial and non-financial information as appropriate.
11. Deliver action-focussed commentary on the monthly and annual results, highlighting key issues and trends affecting and driving financial performance, ensuring the organisation remains a financially stable company.
12. Ensure strong, robust financial controls and management oversight is in place in all regional offices in order to strengthen global consistency and continuous improvement
13. Support all LC employees in the Global Influencing and directorate to understand and adhere to relevant financial policies and procedure
14. Apply and monitor systems of financial control and reporting, working with the Head of Financial Services.
15. Work with Head of Financial Services to ensure our financial statements give a true and fair representation of the charity's financial position, and are produced in a timely manner. Assist in the preparation and successful completion of the year-end audit, as appropriate.

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As our current Head of Finance and Operations heads off on twelve months of maternity leave, we’re looking for someone to take on this exciting role for 13 or 14 months (to enable handover at each end). 

We are looking for someone who has the finance and operations skills and experience to hit the ground running and the character and creativity to play a senior role within REUK. 

We welcome applications from people who would consider this as a secondment or career break from their current role.

Full details of the job description and person specification are set out in the job applicant pack.

Interim Head of Finance, Arts Organisation – Central London, up to £55,000 per annum

A small and vibrant arts organisation in Central London is looking for an experienced Head of Finance to join the team and help them navigate through the next 3-6 months. Starting as an initial 3 month contract, the role will be responsible for leading the finances of the entire organisation, with the help of a Finance Officer and a part time Financial Consultant. Working closely with the Chief Executive, suitable candidates will have experience leading in a small finance team, either in the charitable or private sector. Key deliverables will be around the budgeting and forecasting, tracking of grant payments and guiding the organisation during this tricky time. We will currently only be considering candidates who are immediately available or on a 1 week notice period. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Work as part of the Executive Team to help set and deliver the organisation’s strategic direction, ensuring that all activities are financially viable.
• Lead, in conjunction with the CEO, Financial Consultant and Board, the development and implementation of appropriate financial strategies to ensure the financial stability and long-term viability of the organisation.
• Prepare the annual budget, monthly management accounts and cash flow forecast.
• Manage overall expenditure to ensure it is in line with the budget; monthly meetings with managers to review budgets.
• Monitor key performance indicators on a monthly basis for discussion with the CEO.
• Liaise with the Trust’s auditors, bankers, funders on financial matters.
• Compile financial information for inclusion in contracts, grant applications and end of year final claims and returns.
• Follow procedures for allocating the costs and revenues between the Charity and its trading subsidiary.
• Prepare VAT returns and ensure returns are submitted accurately and on time.
• Prepare financial reports to the Board, the Finance and Business Services sub-committee, and external stakeholders as required.
• Ensure that the company complies with all its legal and statutory obligations including Companies House, the Charity Commission, Gift Aid and data protection.
• Ensure that the organisation effectively assesses organisational risk across all its activities, in conjunction with the CEO.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Proven experience of leading a finance function in a SME environment
• Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies to safeguard and maximise income
• Excellent written and oral presentation and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to tight deadlines
• Strong team leader and proven decision-maker
• Strong, demonstrable knowledge of corporate governance, including risk management
• A demonstrable commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion and its practical application and integration in the work environment.
• Excellent IT skills, specifically Word, Excel and accounting software
• Keen interest in the arts and the values of the organisation

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Part Time Head of Finance for this community-based charity in Middlesex.

* Reports to: CEO
* Days: 3 days a week or 24 hours with flexibility
* Flexible working: Ideally 2 days a week based at the offices in Middlesex and 1 day a week working from home.
* Line Management: Responsible for the management of the Finance Officer and other members of the finance and payroll team as required.
* Extra Information: Although this position covers a lot of strategic work, you will need to be someone who loves to be hands-on.
* Salary: £50,000pa - £60,000pa Pro Rata

Summary of role

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. This will be an excellent opportunity for an individual to join an organisation where you can make a difference, whilst enhancing your own skills.

Skills and Experience

* Professional accountancy qualification
* Commercial accounting experience, ideally at manager level
* Extensive VAT knowledge and experience
* Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel
* Extensive knowledge of general regulatory frameworks including VAT, HMRC, payroll, and other aspects commensurate with the role.
* Line management experience
* Extensive knowledge of the relevant SORPS
* Knowledge and experience of preparing charity annual statutory accounts and management of the annual audit.
* Preparation and submission of relevant Charity Commission, Companies House and HMRC returns, including contributing to the preparation of the Annual Report.
* Preparation of cash flow forecasts
* Preparation of annual budgets
* Familiarity with Sage accounting package
* Payroll knowledge/experience
* Technical financial systems experience, including report writing.

Variety, the Children’s Charity is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell to recruit to a Head of Finance and Operations on a permanent, full-time basis. Variety is a grant-giving charity that provides practical, tangible, direct help that makes an immediate difference to children and young people, as well as their parents and families.

We do this through funding wheelchairs, specialist equipment, adapted accessible transport in the form of our Sunshine Coaches and memorable experiences through our Variety Great Days Out programme. We aim to help children have fewer bad days and more great days by facilitating their independence, freedom, dignity, and greater self-esteem, so helping them to make the most of their childhood. Our focus is on supporting children aged 18 and under.

The key responsibilities will be:

• Confidently lead on all aspects of financial planning, management, reporting and compliance.
• Support the Chief Executive with financial forecasts and business modelling.
• Lead the management and operation of our Head Office premises to ensure compliance with legal, health and safety and other requirements. This will include maximising efficient use of all spaces and identify opportunities for additional income.
• Ensure effective systems and controls are in place that safeguard the management of company finances.
• Supervise the work of our internal finance manager and ensure the timely preparation of reports for the Chief Executive, trustees, and auditors.
• Lead the development of robust financial processes and procedures that prioritise efficiency, profitability, and financial stability.
• Produce accurate quarterly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow forecasts for the Chief Executive, Audit, Finance and Risk Committee and the Variety Board.
• Oversee the smooth completion of the annual audit liaising closely with our auditors and internal finance manager and other staff.
• Communicate and negotiate with senior stakeholders on finance, property, and business development.
• Oversee HR processes including recruitment, contracts, staff development and disciplinary.
• Directly supervise the IT Manager and ensure the availability of Variety’s’ cloud-based IT systems and other related resources and manage the relationship with the external IT provider.
• Maintain Variety’s risk register and contribute to risk management for the organisation.

The organisation:

Variety in the UK is part of a global organisation, currently active in 17 different countries. Since setting up its UK division in 1949, the charity has raised close to £300 million, and supported countless children affected by disability and disadvantage. In the UK there are more than 1.3 million disabled children and young people and nearly four million children living in poverty. Variety, the Children’s Charity, exists to improve their lives.

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience at a senior level in the not-for-profit sectors.
• Recognised professional accounting qualification e.g., CCAB/CIMA accountancy qualification.
• Excellent financial leadership including setting and managing budgets, preparing management accounts, producing business analyses, and completing audits in line with SORP for a turnover of at least £1 million per annum.
• Experience of operational business planning and strategic financial management.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Experience of drafting financial plans/forecasts for fundraising and business proposals.

This position will be based officially at the head office in Camden, London however, we are willing to consider some flexible working as deemed appropriate. The closing date for applications is Sunday 4th July with first stage interviews taking place the week commencing 12th July. Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our exclusive search agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!

• Stonewall. Acceptance without exception.
• Lead finance for the organisation

About Our Client

Stonewall is a charity, formed in the UK in 1989. We are renowned for our campaigning for LGBTQ+ rights and working with a huge range of institutions across society to bring about freedom, equity and unlock potential for all LGBTQ+ people

We have seen major successes from this campaigning, from securing legislation which allowed samesex couples to marry, to the repeal of Section 28. Today, we continue to speak out when others can't and to use our influence to support change for LGBTQ+ people across society.

At Stonewall, we have a fantastic team of people who value each other and want to make a difference. Together, we are committed to making life better for LGBTQ+ people.

Job Description

The Head of Finance will lead a team to deliver high class financial reporting, controls and decision-making information across the charity. Key responsibilities include:

• Work closely and collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, from all teams across our charity.
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to support effective business planning and provide input from a financial standpoint.
• Lead and motivate your team, working closely with them to ensure they are supported and developed.
• Lead the preparation of Stonewall's management accounts, budgets, forecasts, cashflows, KPIs and other financial planning and analysis tools as required.
• Ensure statutory accounting and other financial compliance requirements are met and ensure that all financial risks are recognised and mitigated.
• Work closely with external stakeholders, such as the external auditors
• Oversee the calculation and processing of payroll and staff expenses.
• Be involved and engaged in the development and delivery of cross-organisational projects, taking the role of project lead/manager as required. Encourage and enable your team to actively participate in cross-organisational projects and activities to ensure that they are successfully delivered.

The Successful Applicant

You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong technical finance understanding that can be evidenced through experience. You will have an ability to build and develop relationships across an organisation, in particular with key stakeholders to inform decision making and help them understand their own budgeting process.

At Stonewall we want you to feel involved in all aspects of our work and to have amazing opportunities during your time with us. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave.

In line with Stonewall's commitments to race equity and trans inclusion, we are particularly seeking applications from people of colour and/or trans people. Stonewall has a number of staff network groups which provide peer support and safe spaces for staff who hold these and other identities

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £60,000
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30
• Up to 9% employer pension contribution

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.

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MLC Partners are recruiting an Interim Head of Finance for a growing not for profit organisation, based in Central London but with flexible working available. The role joins at a critical time with a lot of ongoing change and will suit someone who has worked in high-growth, rapidly changing environments.

Reporting to the Finance Director, responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership and support to a team of 5.
• Work closely with the Finance Director in the design, implementation, and direction of the new finance structure.
• Ensure policies and controls are put in place to cope with the expected future growth of the organisation.

Working with an excellent finance director, this is a great opportunity for an experienced Head of Finance.

To be considered you must be a fully qualified accountant with significant experience of managing teams. If you have a background from within a large accounting firm, and experience of charity SORP that will be a bonus, although candidates from all sectors are encouraged to apply.

This is a fast moving role and will be filled before the closing date. Please contact Jamie Elliott at MLC Partners for more information.

A charity are recruiting for an Interim Head of Finance

Your new company
A high profile charity based in Central London.

Your new role
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and managing a team of three, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the finance department. The main priorities of the role will be the production of the monthly financial and management accounts and the budgeting and forecasting for 2022. Anticipated duration is for 3-6 months. The role will be hybrid working - mainly working remotely but once a week/fortnight in the office.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified Accountant with strong, recent experience as a Head of Finance within the charity or education sectors and will be available at short notice.

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

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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TPP are delighted to be working with an award-winning mentoring charity and support network. They work long term with young people. This exciting charity helps young people flourish in higher education and the cultural industries.

Due to growth they are looking to recruit an Head of Finance and Operations which is a new role. This role will contribute substantially to the delivery of all of the charities activities and have a real impact on young people's lives.

They have grown five-fold since 2016, they are poised to expand their work nationally and aim to support up to 2,000 young people by 2024/25.

Do you have previous operational experience working for a small to medium sized charity? Have you developed policies? Have you looked after Budgets?

This role will be a mixture of remote working and office based as agreed with the successful candidate, and they will consider requests for compressed or annualised hours.

The main purpose of this role:
Working closely with the Chief Executive (CEO), the Head of Operations and Finance will be the lead on developing and maintaining our administration and management systems, and play a key role in organisational growth by coordinating work around governance, compliance and the development of strategic plans.

Some of the key tasks will include:
*Develop and maintain efficient administrative systems and ensure interdependencies across the organisation are considered and workflows aligned to make the most of team capacity
*Manage our London and Manchester offices, and a variety of service providers for finance, administration, IT, and human resources, ensuring service level agreements are met and value obtained from contracts
*Develop business plans, conduct competitor analysis, and work as part of an ambitious executive team to develop our long-term strategic plans
*Act as our internal project manager for Salesforce CRM, and coordinate with external developers and support agencies to ensure appropriate systems are in place and maintained
*Work with the CEO and board of trustees to ensure our policies and procedures are up to date, and effectively implemented and reviewed
*Work with the CEO and accountant to develop and monitor organisational budgets and produce forecasts, risk assessments and management reports for senior management and our board of trustees
*As a member of our senior leadership team, deputise for our CEO from time to time where appropriate and offer leadership to colleagues and stakeholders
*As a member of the senior leadership team, attend trustee meetings and prepare agendas, minutes and reports as and when required
*Actively develop and maintain the ethos and values of our charity, and positively promote our work and activities at all times

To be successful in this role you will have:
?4 years + experience in a similar role
?Ability to manage a number of projects simultaneously
?Ability to work to high levels of accuracy within deadlines.
?Ability to act strategically.
?Ability to respect and understand the importance of confidentiality
?Ability to analyse workflows and implement procedural improvements and increase efficiency
?Ability to analyse financial data and produce reports and budgets
?Strong IT skills
?Interpersonal skills with colleagues, funders, partner organisations and other stakeholders
?Written and oral communication skills
?Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work to deadlines
?Ability to work as a key member of a small team
?Highly organised and proactive.
?Commitment to equality of opportunities.
?Commitment to maintaining up to date knowledge and practice.
?Ability to self-manage and delegate appropriately
?Strong delivery focus, with the ability to drive progress forward and a concern for results and achieving goals
?Sets high standards of performance and seeks to improve previous performance levels
?Previous third sector governance, administrative, financial or operational management experience
?Experience and knowledge of strategic planning and evaluation
?Experience of management systems in a small organisation
?Experience of budgeting and reporting processes
?Experience of developing internal policy, risk management and business planning and continuity strategies

If this role is of interest and you would like to be part of an exciting growing charity please get in touch ASAP!

MLC Partners are working with a large children’s charity who are looking to bring in a Head of Finance Business Partnering to fill a newly created vacancy. Having recently gone through a restructure in the finance team and wider organisational change, this role has the opportunity to shape their own team and work with other leaders to develop the culture in the team. With a clear progression path, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious person to grow into a broad role with exciting future plans.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

• Lead and develop four direct reports and a wider team of ten, some of whom are well experienced and others who are also new to the charity.
• Oversee and scrutinise the business partnering offered to the wider organisation, covering all of the children’s services directorate and offering support to the high growth areas of the team.
• Business partner with directorate leaders, setting the standard for the team in terms of delivery and service.
• Develop more standardised ways of working, ensuring there is consistency across all areas of the team, improving on existing processes and procedures.
• Analyse new and existing contracts with a focus on the margins, risks and opportunities that they present whilst always considering the value for money in the delivery of services.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with experience of managing teams in previous roles. You’ll be a highly competent business partner who sets high standards for themselves and those in reporting roles and be able to evidence the development you have driven previously. Charity experience will likely be essential, although if you have experience in a local authority which focuses on service delivery that would also stand you in good stead for the challenges in this role.

This is fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a move into a larger organisation or for a step up in their career and will add substantial value to any CV. The role will likely be filled before this advert closes, so please do not delay in applying.

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

We are looking for an ambitious and high calibre finance professional to join the Royal Warrant Holders Association (The Association) and Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) in a newly created Head of Finance role. This is a unique opportunity to shape and manage a first class finance function, serving two prestigious and highly respected organisations.

The Association is incorporated by Royal Charter to ensure the continued existence of the Royal Warrant of Appointment, uphold its unique status within business and protect the interests of Warrant Holders. As a not-for-profit membership organisation it also offers its members a range of events and opportunities within the family of Warrant holders. Warrants are granted to companies by HM The Queen or by HRH The Prince of Wales.

QEST, founded by the Association in 1990, funds the training and education of talented and aspiring craftspeople; helping to support Britain’s cultural heritage and sustain vital skills in traditional and contemporary crafts. HRH The Princes of Wales is the Patron.

Reporting into the Executive Director of the Association and the CEO of QEST, the Head of Finance position is key to both organisations which operate separately albeit enjoy close links. The  postholder will have overall responsibility for the full finance function for both organisations.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing medium and long-term financial planning and strategy in support of business plans, while delivering rigorous day-to-day financial management, reporting, budgeting and analysis according to the requirements of both organisations;
• Preparing year end processes including annual accounts and liaison with auditors; preparation of VAT;
• Leading on driving systems development and business process improvement;
• Preparing Board papers for both organisations and presenting at Board meetings;
• The management of the Finance Manager.

The successful candidate will be fully CCAB qualified and is likely to come from the charity or wider not-for-profit sector. You will have robust technical skills and a flexible and proactive approach. You will have a strong sense of commercial acumen, able to balance first class delivery with business drivers. We are looking for somebody with strong emotional intelligence, who is able to influence, communicate and build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. This would be a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and driven individual wanting to step up into their first Head of Finance position.

To apply, please send your CV and supporting statement via the link by Sunday 20th June. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact our exclusive partner, Bryony Feeney via the Allen Lane agency website.

We are looking for a Head of Compliance to be responsible for the leadership, management, and direction of our Compliance Function, ensuring compliance with our legal and regulatory responsibilities. This includes responsibility for the development and maintenance of our Compliance Framework ensuring it is updated for regulatory or legislative changes, clear lines of ownership and responsibility are established, requirements are adhered to, and a system of internal audit is in place to monitor compliance.

The Head of Compliance will act as the primary point of contact for third party agencies where appropriate, with responsibility for assessment for reporting, assessment, and resolution of potential or actual regulatory breaches.

In addition, this role has direct ownership responsibility for GDPR and PCI-DSS compliance regulations, and acts as Chair to the Compliance Forum with direct reporting line responsibility to the Compliance Steering Group.

About us

Battersea is here for every dog and cat and has been since 1860. We are a leading animal welfare charity and over the last 160 years we’ve grown from one home in London to three rescuing and rehoming centres across the South East. With c500 staff and 1000 volunteers, we have cared for over three million vulnerable animals We also campaign tirelessly to make things better for dogs and cats: sharing our expertise and educating the public and policymakers about responsible pet ownership. Join us and make a difference for every dog and cat.

Our Finance and Corporate Services Team

Battersea’s Finance and Corporate Services incorporates a range of functions that support the rest of the organisation. From IT helpdesk and systems support to financial accounting, legacy administration, audit and risk, procurement and maintaining regulatory compliance. These teams work strategically and collaboratively to ensure that Battersea can be here for every dog and cat.  

What we can offer you

Our dedicated people mean that we can be here for every dog and cat. Whether you are sharing an office with our dogs or directly caring for our cats, our animals show their appreciation every day. There is no better reward than seeing the difference you make to the lives of our dogs and cats first-hand; although we also provide a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental (£100), optical (£100), physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture (£325) every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Life insurance

So, if you are passionate about dogs, cats and about our work, then we’d like to hear from you.

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and valuing diversity for all current and prospective staff, volunteers and Trustees. We aim to ensure that this commitment, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together. We would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates, who are currently under-represented at Battersea.

Closing date: Sunday 4 July 2021

Interview date(s): To be confirmed

For full details, please download our recruitment pack. To apply, click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised; we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.