Your new company:
Working with a faith-based organisation this is an exceptional opportunity. You will be working in a highly complex shared service covering different business areas with unique challenges.

The role:
The post holder will have responsibility for the following areas within the Finance Department - approx. 30 staff :

• Financial Accounting and Control - team responsible for all financial control activities, annual financial accounting and statutory reporting for the main organisation , subsidiary companies, pension schemes, and other various funds and entities, cash management, cashflow monitoring and treasury processes
• Finance Operations and Change - responsible for supporting the finance transformation programme, working across the entire Finance department
• Financial Processing - team responsible for timely and accurate processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Tax and Compliance - team responsible for tax reporting, strategy and advice, company secretariat and financial compliance policies

The role will involve delivering operational change projects and providing strong direction to the team. You will have oversight of the statutory reporting for the main organisation, for four multi-million pound charities, their trading subsidiaries, three multi-employer pension schemes, a common investment fund and a number of other smaller entities. You will also lead the delivery of customer-focussed, efficient transaction processing and cash management services within a robust control environment

What you need to succeed:
You will be a fully qualified accountant and be able to hold your own in a relatively demanding post from a technical perspective. You will have excellent leadership ability and be dynamic, self-motivated and be able to demonstrate the ability to deliver business process improvement and manage operational change projects. You will be passionate about delivering best practice and growing a high performing team.

Although the organisation is faith based, they welcome applications from all faiths and none and there are people working at this organisation from a diverse range of backgrounds and faiths.

What you'll get in return:
8-12% pension scheme available, 33 days holiday, work life balance. Opportunity for progression - working in a large and complex organisation.

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Working with a faith-based organisation this is an exceptional opportunity. You will be working in a highly complex shared service covering different business areas with unique challenges.

The role

The post holder will have responsibility for the following areas within the Finance Department - approx. 30 staff :

• Financial Accounting and Control - team responsible for all financial control activities, annual financial accounting and statutory reporting for the main organisation , subsidiary companies, pension schemes, and other various funds and entities, cash management, cashflow monitoring and treasury processes
• Finance Operations and Change - responsible for supporting the finance transformation programme, working across the entire Finance department
• Financial Processing - team responsible for timely and accurate processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Tax and Compliance - team responsible for tax reporting, strategy and advice, company secretariat and financial compliance policies

The role will involve delivering operational change projects and providing strong direction to the team. You will have oversight of the statutory reporting for the main organisation, for four multi-million pound charities, their trading subsidiaries, three multi-employer pension schemes, a common investment fund and a number of other smaller entities. You will also lead the delivery of customer-focussed, efficient transaction processing and cash management services within a robust control environment

What you need to succeed

You will be a fully qualified accountant and have be able to hold your own in a relatively demanding post from a technical perspective. You will have excellent leadership ability and be dynamic, self-motivated and be able to demonstrate the ability to deliver business process improvement and manage operational change projects. You will be passionate about delivering best practice and growing a high performing team. To succeed in this key role you will need intellectual gravitas to work across the full breadth of activities, the stamina and resilience to service a demanding governance cycle and the flexibility to respond to the unexpected. You will promote collaborative working across the Finance team and the wider department to ensure high standards of service for our customers

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Job Title: Head of Financial Accounts 

Region: London (Hybrid working, 2 days per week in the office) 

Directorate: Finance and Commercial 

Contract: 12-month fixed term contract (maternity cover) 

Salary: £65,000  per annum, including London Weighting 

The Role 

At the Royal British Legion, we believe in building on potential. As our Head of Financial Accountants, your ability to ensure the RBL group is fully compliant with all relevant tax legislation and maximises all available opportunities to reduce its tax burden, could have a real impact on people’s lives. 

At its heart, RBL is a people organisation. People who want to do the very best for others, while at the same time making the most of the opportunities and experiences we offer them. 

We are the country’s largest Armed Forces charity, with 210,000 members, 50,000 volunteers and a network of partners and charities; helping us give support wherever and whenever it’s needed. 

As Head of Financial Account, you will be a fully qualified accountant and be responsible for the production of the annual consolidated financial statements for the charitable group and individual financial statements for RBL subsidiaries, ensuring full compliance with relevant accounting standards. 

If successful, the main duties of your role will be: 

• Project management of the annual audit, ensuring that the auditors receive an accurate set of accounts and associated working papers by the agreed deadline. Being the key point of contact for the audit team and managing all audit queries and outstanding lists. Working with the Marketing Team to ensure that the Annual Report and Accounts are published in time for Annual Conference. 

• Responsible for developing and maintaining a system of internal financial control which protects the charity from fraud and error. Act as the key point of contact with the internal auditors, monitoring departmental progress with internal and external audit recommendations in accordance with agreed deadlines. 

• Responsible for the production of all financial statutory returns, including tax returns. Act as the in-house technical expert for VAT and other taxes, keeping up to date with current tax law and practice and advising departments on tax matters, in consultation with the Legion’s tax advisers. 

• Through the financial accounting team, ensuring that month end tasks and reconciliations are completed on a timely and accurate basis.

• Monitor compliance with relevant financial policies and procedures and develop/ amend procedures as required, ensuring they meet the needs of the charity.

About the Royal British Legion – Careers in Finance, Commercial and Projects 

Across the country, in every city and on every street, the RBL is there to support our Armed Forces community.

When it comes to providing this support to such a deserving community, every penny counts. Not just because we owe it to those who have served for us and their families, but also to those who choose to support us. They need to trust that we do the right thing and make the most of their contribution. 

It's this mission, this scale, this challenge and the values we all live by, that makes the RBL such a fulfilling place to thrive.

Our Finance, Commercial and Project directorates consist of various sub departments – such as Business Processes, Financial Planning and Analysis, Procurement, Facilities, Property and the Transformation Office. If you were to join any one of them, you’d help ensure these financial responsibilities are achieved. While seeing that RBL has the means to go on innovating and developing. 

Diversity Statement 

We believe that the compassion, understanding, and service we show each and every individual should be reflected in the way we all support, respect, and include every individual who works with us. We want everyone involved in our work or receiving our services, to feel proud to contribute to or be part of a diverse and inclusive organisation.

We recognise that we still have a long way to go to ensure that we make the RBL a truly great and inclusive organisation to work for and be part of so we have set out our commitments to provide a clear path to deliver this ambition. We will keep listening, learning, and sharing our progress and impact 

How to Apply 

Please Click “Apply Online” 

Closing date for this role is: Sunday 5th June 2022 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible. 

• Permanent Head of Finance- Accounting Opportunity
• Not for Profit Organisation based in Leeds

About Our Client

St. Anne's Community Services (St Anne's) is a charity that is committed to enabling people to live their best life. They believe that the people they support should live a life without limits.

Founded as a daytime shelter for homeless men in Leeds in 1971, they have expanded over the years to become the charity we see today. Their very first service was established to support some of society's most vulnerable people, and they have maintained this ethos, with the people they support at the centre of everything they do.

They are proud to support over 1,600 adults across the North of England, and as a 'not for profit' organisation, they are proud to reinvest every pound we earn back into the charity and the services they provide.

They have extensive experience and specialist skills in supporting individuals with complex needs. Their services are high quality, with over 95% of our CQC regulated services rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding', with other services with awards/ accreditations.

They are committed to supporting people to live their best life, as they believe that the people they support should have "a life without limits".

Job Description

As the Head of Finance - Accounting, you will ensure the effective and efficient running of the finance team; ensuring controls are strong and effective; processes are fit for purpose; and all reporting is sufficiently detailed and insightful to guide optimal financial decisions. You will do this by doing the following:

• Develop the finance team such that they feel valued, have the appropriate skills and are therefore able to deliver on the expectations of their roles.
• Transform current processes and controls, through a series of projects, such they are fit for purpose and future proof.
• Develop systems and other ways of working to further aid the smooth running of the finance department and the wider organisation.
• Lead the year-end audit and production of statutory accounts, ensuring the accounts are robust, accurate and compliant with organisational policies, accounting standards and any other regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the month end is completed in a robust and accurate way within agreed timescales.
• Review and ensure the timely and accurate production of management accounts and other regular monthly reporting. Such that they give a full financial understanding of performance and enable appropriate decisions to be made.
• Ensure the balance sheet is reviewed periodically and there are a robust set of reconciliations and registers such that the position is understood and appropriately managed.
• Responsible for proactive and periodic cashflow monitoring and management, considering any cash investment decisions or other cash management strategies St Anne's may want to consider. Specifically ensuring that any loan funding covenants, and other requirements are delivered.
• Through the relevant manager ensure processes for sales invoicing, rent setting and debtor management are effective and timely. Ensure all billing is accurate.
• Through the relevant manager ensure processes for purchase invoicing and supplier payments are effective and timely.
• Through the relevant manager ensure processes for monthly and weekly payroll, as well as the appropriate returns, and reporting are effective and timely. Including any HMRC or pension requirements.
• Through the relevant manager ensure processes for purchasing and contract management are effective and timely.
• Ensure all purchase tenders are effectively supported on a timely basis in conjunction with our outsourced partner and business cases follow an appropriate and robust framework, considering value for money and any appropriate procurement rules.
• Maintain and develop the necessary finance internal controls and policies, as appropriate.
• Lead on finance focused internal audits and ensuring all recommendations and actions are followed up on and implemented.
• Lead on all taxation matters, from VAT returns through to optimising our tax position, supported by the appropriate manager and our advisors, as needed.
• Support with the production of reporting for SMT meetings, Committee meetings and Board meetings, as appropriate.
• Deputise for the CFO, including supporting delivering key priorities and attending key meetings as required.

This role is a key leadership role within finance, as well as across the organisation, and will be crucial in transforming financial processes and systems and developing the team, all in support of delivering our 5-year strategy.

The purpose of this role is to lead the finance accounting team, this includes responsibility for: reporting and management accounts, income management, procurement, accounts payable and payroll.

The role holder will develop the team, as well as the key controls and processes within the team, such that what the team produces is timely, accurate and fit for purpose, enabling the organisation to operate effectively.

The role holder will focus on process improvement and implement systems and procedures necessary for the efficient running of the finance department and the organisation generally.

The role holder will ensure the timely production of financial information, of sufficient quality, to enable the organisation, including the CFO, senior management team and Board of Trustees to understand the financial position and make optimal decisions for both the short and long term.

The role holder with operate as the financial gate keeper and ensure all relevant financial statutory and regulatory requirements are met.

The role holder will support and deputise for the CFO as appropriate, such that the overall key priorities of the team are delivered.

The Successful Applicant

Essential qualities

• Professionally qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with substantial post-qualified experience.
• A strong focus and background in financial control and process improvement, with a good understanding of technical accounting.
• Attention to detail, but with the ability to think strategically as needed.
• Excellent communication, team building and project management skills.
• A proactive and adaptable approach.
• Ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Experience of leading similar teams and/or a working knowledge of how to successfully run each of these types of teams.
• A good appreciation of what constitutes best practice in terms of systems and processes and the ability to identify and implement necessary changes.

Desirable qualities

• Experience of working in the health care, social care, housing or charity sector.
• A good working knowledge of any financial regulatory and taxation requirements.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced organisation.
• Degree educated.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience of Sage 200.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £62,860 + £3,000 car allowance
• 37.5 Hours per week
• Leeds Central office- Morley
• 32 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free parking
• 5% employee + 8% employer pension contribution

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: MPCYJN052022-5599175Z

Head of Financial Planning reporting into the Director of Finance with responsibility for the long term financial plan, budgeting and forecasting process for the group.

Client Details

The organisation is a large Housing Association based in London, which owns and manages 30,000 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 Head of Financial Planning are:

• To support the development and execution of the Group's strategy by providing a comprehensive financial planning and analysis service.
• Interact with and advise directors, service heads and managers on departmental long term financial plans.
• Co-ordinate with stakeholders budgeting setting and forecasting process. Including assumptions in line with given timetables from management accountants.
• Oversee the creation of the organisation thirty year forecasting process, working with Business Partners across the finance team.
• Interpret, analyse and explain business unit performance using a range of financial and non-financial tolls and techniques.
• Work with stakeholders on monthly business management and performance and decision support.
• Management of three members of staff

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 Financial Planning and Manager 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.
• Experienced with using BRIXX or similar long term financial planning tools.

Job Offer

£80,000, 27 days annual leave, competitive pension, flexible working hours

We are currently seeking a Head of Finance for an 18-month fixed term contract, to provide strategic management of the Finance department and the finances of the charity, oversee financial systems and maximize the use of technology for effective financial management. This role can either be based at home, or the National Cat Centre, Chelwood Gate, on the edge of Ashdown Forest. This is a remote location and public transport is limited. You will join us on a full-time basis and in return, you will receive up to £71,152.00 plus excellent benefits.

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity with a nationwide network of adoption and homing centres, volunteer-run branches and charity shops. During 2021 we helped 137,000 cats and kittens. That's the equivalent of around 375 cats a day!

The existing Head of Finance will be undertaking a new temporary role within the directorate with the focus on change, so this post will be relied upon to ensure that the business as usual work such as budgeting and year end is not unduly affected by the change.

As our Head of Finance, you will lead a highly skilled team of 20 employees, covering financial accounting and transaction processing, management accounting and reporting and Payroll. The Charity has an annual revenue budget of £75m and operates a trading subsidiary with income in excess of £2m per annum. The team processes around 5,000 supplier payments and 150,000 neutering vouchers per year. Running a payroll for over 1,000 staff and supporting over 220 branches and their volunteer treasurers, they also provide financial advice and support to the 36 Centres and a chain of over 100 shops.

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Strategy, this is a senior position within Cats Protection. As a Leadership Group member, this role contributes to the leadership of the charity and works closely with the Executive Management Team on corporate financial issues. The job is varied, ranging from advising Trustees, supporting the Audit and Investment Committees, coordinating the Charity risk register, working with internal and external auditors and contributing to the long-term financial planning of the Charity in line with its strategic objectives.

Responsibilities of our Head of Finance:

As well as providing accurate and timely financial reporting including financial and management accounts, cashflow reporting, forecasting, budgeting and all statutory reporting, you will assist the Director of Finance and Strategy to ensure that Trustees are able to discharge their governance function and add value to Cats Protection’s performance. You will lead on managing the tax affairs of the charity and coordinating the risk management processes and have a key role to support, develop and empower employees and volunteers, particularly Branch Treasurer volunteers, to reach their full potential in delivering the best possible services in support of strong financial management.

What we’re looking for in our Head of Finance:

• a CCAB qualified accountant with several years’ experience leading a multi-functional Finance Team.
• a good understanding of the charity SORP will be required to produce the statutory accounts
• the ability to present complex financial information to a variety of audiences in oral and written reports and in webinars and face to face meetings
• a supportive leader, who develops the team and colleagues
• a team player and able to work independently on high level financial information

What we can offer you:

• Up to £71,152.00pa plus excellent benefits
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance scheme
• A range of health benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme… and more!

Join us as our Head of Finance and know you are helping to make a real difference to cats and kittens across the UK!

Please note applications which are received after the closing date may not be responded to.

Closing date: 20 May 2022

Virtual interview date: TBC

Should we receive a large amount of applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date.

Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm.  We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Financial Accountant

When a child is diagnosed with cancer life becomes full of fear, for them and their family. Fear of treatment, but also of families being torn apart, overwhelming money worries, of having nowhere to turn, no one to talk to.

At Young Lives vs Cancer, we help families find the strength to face whatever cancer throws at them. And you could be a part of the team making it happen.

As a member of the Finance and Corporate Resources team, you have a fundamental role in helping us to deliver on our promise to support young people and their families to deal with the effects of cancer, both during and beyond treatment. We do this through working alongside other teams, providing expert guidance and advice to ensure that, as One Team, we deliver on our aim to be a relevant and robust organisation for our times. We make sure that the wider Young Lives vs Cancer team has all the practical things they need to do their job – like places to meet and work, and the right systems to help with our processes. We are here to ensure that we operate safely, legally and efficiently as a charity.

Financial Accountant Responsibilities:

- Accountable for managing the day-to-day workload of the financial accounting team; ensuring timeliness, accuracy and completeness of financial information recorded on the finance system. The role holder should be committed to continuous improvement of processes to ensure the financial data recorded is of the highest quality.
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with tax legislation, preparing the quarterly VAT return, and supporting the Head of Financial Accounting and Controls in making sure that tax recovery is optimised.
- Day-to-day management of cash in line with treasury policy and making recommendations to the Head of Financial Accounting and Controls for investment of cash, to ensure optimal return on investment.
- Co-ordinating the audit preparation process by supporting staff across the charity to prepare high quality information and by preparing audit schedules for auditor review.

In addition to the above, you will also be:

- Working across the charity’s diverse income streams and expenditure (circa. £25-30m) to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial information recorded and to ensure that the charity is maximising its tax recovery in respect of VAT, corporation tax and gift aid.
- Reviewing, reconciling and recording payroll data in respect of approximately 450 staff.
- Accountable for the systems’ needs of over 100 users in Ipos (invoice approval system) and 15 licences in SUN (the finance system).
- Designing appropriate workflows and process solutions.
- Responsible for maintaining the financial accuracy of approximately 20 bank accounts and 100 balance sheet control accounts, fixed asset and depreciation accounts.
- Co-ordinating and reviewing the day-to-day work of the Assistant Accountant and volunteers.
- Young Lives vs Cancer is open to and in support of flexible working. We are currently defining our approach to hybrid working. Your flexibility requirements and that of the role will be discussed at interview stage with you.

This role falls under the hybrid - variable category. This role is part home, part office based (your contractual base will be both Home and our Bristol office. You will have the opportunity to work remotely / from home within the parameters of our hybrid working arrangements, with 2 days a week in the office.

Financial Accountant Requirements:

- Strong technical ability, you will be a qualified accountant with 2 years + post qualification experience.
- Experienced in maintaining the general ledger, reviewing journals posted by junior team members, spotting anomalies, and a proven track record of reconciling control accounts.
- Experience of month end accounting - posting payroll, accruals, prepayments, depreciation, bank and sales ledger reconciliations.
- Proactive and able to resolve queries or problems through face-to-face meetings with your colleagues across the finance division.
- Strong IT skills, you will be comfortable using Pivots, V lookups, IF formulas etc.
- Excellent people management skills, with experience managing a junior team member.
- Commitment to continuous improvement.

What we offer:

In return for your commitment, we offer a great reward package, which includes generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme and season ticket loan.

We are always looking for talented people from all backgrounds, to join us and help improve the lives of children and young people with cancer and their families. We particularly want to encourage people from under-represented groups to step forward and apply to work or volunteer with Young Lives vs Cancer.

We operate a hybrid working model whereby you will work from the office 2-3 days a week, with the ability to work the remaining days from home if you choose. We are committed to flexible working, and would be happy to discuss your requirements at interview.

Young Lives vs Cancer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Salary: £39,072 - £41,871
Location: Hybrid - Home / Bristol
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35hours per week, full time

Closing Date: 20 May 2022

You may have experience of the following: Financial Accountant, Finance Manager, Accountant, Accounts Manager, Financial Reporting, Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Head of Finance, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, etc.

Ref: 132 840

Chatham House, the Royal Institute of International Affairs, is a world leading independent policy institute based in London. As a global think tank, our mission is to help build a sustainably secure, prosperous and just world.

We seek a Head of Finance who will lead and manage our Finance department. The role holder will play a key role in the team by collaborating closely with key business partners to compile budgets and regularly update forecasts; and ensuring that the team’s key monthly reporting objectives are carried out in a timely and professional manner. This is an exciting time to join as we undertake a Finance digitization project which this role alongside the Managing Director, Finance and Finance Systems Implementation Lead will support the introduction of.

We are an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all backgrounds. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact our HR Department.

Principal Responsibilities

Management Accounts and Financial Reporting

• Responsibility for overseeing the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts to a tight schedule.
• Supervision of posting of month-end journal calculations, completing balance sheet reconciliations, and production of the monthly management accounts pack.
• Completing the financial statements within the annual statutory accounts, liaising as necessary with the auditors, and assisting the Managing Director, Finance in completing the Annual Report.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting/ reporting with viable and necessary controls in place.
• Leading all aspects of the production of cash flow forecasts and contribute towards maximising the efficiency of its cash resources.
• Supervising the launch of the new internal overhead charging system.

Business Partnering, Budgets and Forecasts

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the institute, acting as a valued and trusted Business Partner. This will involve analysing and interpreting numbers, making recommendations on financial reporting to funders, producing accurate forecasts and budgets, assisting with funding applications, and responding to ad-hoc queries;
• Act as one of the organisation’s key VAT experts and supervise the Management and Financial Accountants in VAT matters. Keep up to date with VAT legislation and assist in improving non-Finance staff’s knowledge and understanding of VAT as it affects the charity;
• Agreeing research and non-research departments' budget and forecasts;
• Assist in producing the annual Business and Financial Plan.

Financial Analysis and Special Projects

• Provide financial analysis and other advisory support as required;
• Support the Managing Director, Finance in identifying and implementing changes to processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the Finance Department and the organisation, including various finance systems' efficiencies;
• Leading on special projects, such as the annual IRS return, income and funding analyses, financial reports, VAT and other compliance reviews, and any other ad-hoc work;
• Ensure annual UK tax returns are completed.

People Management

• Line managing finance team (the Finance Officers, Payroll Supervisor, Management Accountant and Financial Accountant) by providing mentorship, supporting their learning and development, ensuring they meet weekly payment and monthly management accounts deadlines, and that they fulfil their roles in accounting and process controls;
• Deputise for Managing Director, Finance in their absence. This includes acting as the key finance contact for the Executive Leadership Team, the board of Trustees (Council) and other senior managers;
• Administering Finance payment systems including supervising signatories’ involvement in payment by ensuring signatories are set up on appropriate systems, and they have sufficient guidance to effectively use these systems;
• Authorising payments as a bank signatory at the appropriate level.

Requirements

Skills and Experience:

You must have/are:

• ACA/CA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant;
• Significant management experience, including people management and experience of leading small teams to meet tight deadlines;
• A proactive, self-motivating approach to work, with a collegiate, collaborative and consistent approach;
• Strong interpersonal skills, and comfortable communicating in person, in writing, and over the telephone with individuals, and with both financial and non-financial colleagues;
• Able to work accurately and continuously maintain high standards;
• Intermediate Excel skills.

Benefits

Benefits include approximately 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and Chatham House closure days), enhanced pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance, enhanced Maternity and Paternity and other benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging and intellectually stimulating environment.

Existing and unrestricted right to work in the UK is a requirement. Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 (Depending on Experience).

Contract: Full time (35 hours per week), Permanent.

Location: London.

Application process: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your motivation, skills and experience relevant to the role and complete the application form.

Closing Date: Monday 23 May 2022 at 10.00 am BST. First stage interviews will take place on 26 May 2022 and 27 May 2022. You will be notified on the status of your application within 4 weeks of the closing date.

As one of five exciting opportunities on our new Everybody Leadership Team the Head of Finance role comes at a great time to make an impact on the future of our local charity and help us go & grow again!

We’ve set a new 3-year business plan with many ambitious developments and the Head of Finance will help bring these plans to life by leading on the management of accounts across our multi-dimensional business – realising in practice for all stakeholders the connection between our finances and social purpose.

The Head of Finance is perfect for a passionate finance professional:

• with strong business acumen and social heart – are you at a point in your career where you’re eager to embark on a leadership role that gives you the feel good factor?
• that’s experienced in management accounting and can you translate & relate financial information across our charity and bring it to life for all stakeholders!
• with experience of working, or a keen interest, in the charity/third sector and social value.
• who can proactively develop annual, medium & long term plans across all business units.

As a senior leader in our charity the Head of Finance needs to ensure accurate financial management information is provided whilst empowering the finance team & managers across the organisation.

You’ll be a strong communicator with the ability to influence at all levels whilst managing a high volume, pressurised workload, and consistent performance at a high level through the balancing of competing priorities, complex situations and tight deadlines is key.

All five new leadership roles create plenty of opportunity to bring new ideas - so a dynamic, passionate, proactive demeanour with an ability to take real ownership for decisive decision making is crucial.

With a can do attitude and customer focussed approach, we welcome applicants that are self-starters, flexible, and ready to passionately embrace our vision, values and the many new exciting plans for the future as we enter our next chapter. For a more detailed overview of the role, click here to view the job profile.

     

Selection Method: Structured interview panel assessment with 1 pre-set question.  Interviews to be held w/c 23rd May, subject to candidate availability. 

   

Working at Everybody is a rewarding experience!

• Flexible Working
• Feel good factor! Help your community stay healthy & active by working in a friendly, fun, and caring environment
• Discounted gym membership
• Discount on Everybody Learn to Swim, Personal Training & Active Holidays
• 24/7 wellbeing & legal support scheme
• Generous local & national discounts – helping your salary go that bit further
• Extensive training & career support from Everybody Academy – our very own ‘Excellent’ accredited training provider helping you stay “Fit for the Future”
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Sharing in Success bonus scheme
• & more!

   

About Everybody 

We’re a fast growing, ambitious Charitable Trust – operating 16 leisure centres with 7 cafes & 9 swimming pools and a diverse range of health & sport services across Cheshire East. A not for profit organisation, we’ve a passion for improving health and wellbeing – and our surpluses are reinvested to help the people of Cheshire East live well and for longer.

   

You’ll be part of a welcoming, active bunch of people who are loyal and care greatly about one another. You might also find we’re a tad competitive (in a friendly way)!

   

‘Developing our people’ is close to our hearts and we aim to attract and develop the best people to drive our business forward – after all it’s all thanks to our fantastic team that our organisation continues to grow!

   

Our partner is an award winning UK based charity, which is promoting different solutions to the issues facing international aid and the WASH sector including standalone social impact businesses and programmes to improve hygiene, sanitation and nutrition for under-fives; designed to increase resilience and self-reliance and improve the lives and life chances of farmers, families, women, girls and young children.

We are recruiting a Head of Finance and Governance to support Chief Executive and provide strategic management and operational oversight of finance, HR and business support functions and to ensure that everything is done in the most financially effective manner and in compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.  The incumbent will be supported by qualified accountants in the UK and overseas and their local teams. 

This is a part-time role, which would suit an experienced accountant/company secretary, seeking to work flexibly.  The 2/3 days we anticipate this role requiring could be spread over 5 days, if the incumbent found this more convenient and all the requirements of the role can be met. 

JOB PURPOSE

• You will be the ultimate responsible person for all of the charity’s external and statutory financial reporting, including reports to funders, trustees and regulatory bodies, though the bulk of this work will be delivered by the finance teams in the UK and Africa.
• You will provide strategic budgetary and financial management support to the Chief Executive in London and the Managing and Finance Directors overseas, assisting them to develop compelling bids for fundraising and inward social investment and will liaise, if necessary, with the financial managers/reviewers of any potential funders/investors.
• You will provide advice and guidance on HR, contractual, corporate and statutory matters to the senior team in the UK and overseas, consulting/liaising if necessary with our lawyers, auditors, and other service providers in both countries.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

1. Finance

1.1. Financial strategy

Supporting the development of financial strategies under a variety of scenarios for internal management, trustee discussion and presentation to potential funders/investors.

Leading on financial discussions with trustees and prospective funders/investors.

Developing the financial competence and confidence of PA/BW’s senior teams.

1.2 Financial oversight

Ensuring that monthly management reporting, budgeting and forecasting is accurate and timely and supporting the needs of management, trustees, project managers, funders and donors.

Reviewing the annual budget proposals raising issues, challenging assumptions and, ultimately, agreeing same with the local teams.

Reviewing the monthly financial returns submitted/presented by the finance teams querying anomalies and overspends and agreeing/requiring actions to be taken.

Updating the rolling forecasts of income and expenditure (reflecting actuals to date), monitoring the bank positions and using this to approve or reject requests for ongoing or exceptional expenditure.

1.3 Financial management

Maintaining up to date Financial and HR Policy and Procedures Manuals and responding to requests for variations thereto or divergence therefrom.

Being the principal signatory and authorised administrator for all UK bank accounts and approving changes to the mandate for bank accounts overseas.

Approving and signing off all cash transfers

2. Programme support

2.1 Programme budgeting

Preparing, discussing, reviewing and agreeing the financial budgets for individual projects and/or generic programmes.

Assisting the teams with costing, pricing, taxing and other financial sales related issues.

2.2 Programme reporting

Maintaining cumulative records of expenditure by funder and overseeing the preparation of funder reports and audit completion statements confirming the full dispersal of funds.

Submitting financial claims to statutory funders as and when required.

3. Corporate obligations

3.1 Statutory reporting

Being the principal point of contact between the external auditors the Treasurer and the board.

Agreeing the annual audit timetable and priority audit areas with the external auditors

Reviewing the draft statutory accounts produced by the local finance teams, agreeing the split between restricted and unrestricted programmes, calculating carried forward balances and agreeing same with auditors.

Confirming the appropriate use of restricted income, writing the trustees’ annual review, securing an unqualified audit report, responding to the annual audit letter, convening and managing the AGM.

Reviewing and signing off all statutory filings and ensuring compliance with all regulatory restrictions and statutory obligations.

3.2 HR and legal

Ensuring compliance with all legal, statutory and regulatory requirements in the UK and all other countries of operations.

3.3 Trustee management

Preparation of board papers and management of board meetings.

PERSON SPECIFICATION (Desirable)

Educated to degree level or equivalent

Relevant financial, HR and legal experience and qualifications

Familiarity with complex donor reporting and of managing restricted/unrestricted funding

Experience of working in an international and highly regulated environment

Awareness of investor relations in a social investment and entrepreneurial context

Understanding of managing business support systems, including ICT and procurement

A thorough knowledge of HR systems and processes

An understanding of staff management and a willingness to support staff development

Experience of managing organisational development and systemic change

Excellent written and oral communications skills

RTW in the UK essential 

Working with an organisation with charitable status but with commercial/trading interests this is a great role to develop leadership experience and to fully utilise your financial management experience.

This is a critical role for the organisation.
You will

• provide a modern and accessible finance service and lead on financial management and performance for the organisation
• leads on the planning and delivery of the financial reporting and budgeting
• oversee the statutory accounts.
• building excellent working relationships with non-finance colleagues and other stakeholders, including departmental and commercial managers.
• will need to be able to understand where system improvements are needed and have the skill and attitude to make change happen.
• will manage and work closely with 2 team members who oversee transactional accounting and commercial finance operational elements of the role.
• deputise for the Director of Finance when required.

You will be a CCAB/CIMA qualified accountant, with excellent interpersonal skills Previous experience of preparing statutory accounts as well as budgets and forecasts is required. You will also be strong on systems and be committed to fully utilising the system to best effect. Proven aptitude for team working and excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with financial and non-financial colleagues are essential.

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Head of Finance, Central London – Arts Education, Up to £65,000

A new leadership role has become available in a leading and long-standing arts education institution based in Central London. This role would be well suited to qualified candidates in the charity sector who are keen to lead a team and develop systems and processes across the entire finance function. Leading a team of 5, you would be responsible for the financial controls along with assisting the COO in the strategic plans for the organisation moving forwards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and review the effectiveness of financial controls to ensure that they remain appropriate at all times
• Work with budget holders to prepare the annual budget for approval by the Finance Committee and Department for Education
• Work with the Chief Operating Officer on general strategic organisational development, service and business planning
• Implement new financial system to meet the increased demands of the School and its reporting
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial legislation, regulations and guidelines such as SORP, VAT, Charity Commission requirements, etc
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns and annual corporate tax returns for trading company
• Monitor and manage cash flows to maximise interest receivable
• Maintain strong working relationships with bankers, auditors and investment managers.
• Manage the finance team; monitoring their work, setting targets and carrying out regular reviews
• Assist the COO in the preparation of papers for the Finance Committee’s termly meetings
• Oversee the processing of donations and grants to ensure they are properly accounted for and that Gift Aid claims are made accurately and promptly
• Ensure an appropriate distinction is maintained between restricted and unrestricted funds and monitor use of restricted funds to ensure that all restrictions are observed
• Coordinate the smooth operation of the monthly payroll and ensure that all relevant requirements relating to PAYE, etc. are complied with.
• Draft annual financial statements and supporting papers in line with the Charities SORP, Companies Act and all other relevant reporting requirements
• Oversee the annual audit ensuring the team prepare all relevant documentation.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of HMRC returns (RTI, P11D, PAYE Settlement Agreements, etc.)

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Accountant with experience leading a finance function
• Understanding of charity accounting requirements and of the Charities SORP 2015
• Previous management experience with a focus on developing and training staff

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to present financial information in an accessible format
• Able to interpret and clearly explain complex financial data to non-finance staff, students and parents
• Proactive and flexible attitude

About Our Client

The Students' Union is a thriving social enterprise that provides a wide range of services and representation for the 48,000 students at UCL, one of the world's leading universities. We aim to give students a fantastic and transformative experience whilst studying at UCL, supporting them to navigate the challenges of university life and empowering them to be exceptional leaders in their future lives and careers.

We are the representative body for University College London's (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. Our Values:

Student Driven, Inclusive, Inspiring, Fun and Bold.

Job Description

• Lead on the planning and delivery of the financial reporting, and budgeting and oversees the statutory accounts. Previous experience of preparing statutory accounts as well as budgets and forecasts is required.
• Play a vital role in building excellent working relationships with non-finance colleagues and other stakeholders, including departmental and commercial managers.
• Advise on any system improvements or modernisation to achieve efficiencies and have the skill and attitude to make change happen.
• Work closely with the team to deliver operational elements of the role, and support and develop two direct reports
• An advanced knowledge of Excel and good all-round knowledge of other Microsoft Office software is essential. Experience working with advanced accounting software is required.
• Experience working in not-for-profit sector is essential.

The Successful Applicant

• Fully qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA CPA)
• Experience in SORP accounting
• Experience and interest in process improvement to reach a more efficient way of working
• Excellent communication skills. Able to work with the wider business.

What's on Offer

• £55,000- £58,500 per annum
• Full time and permanent role, with hybrid working

Head of Finance (3 days/week), South London – Arts, up to £60,000 FTE

A small but well-known arts organization based in South London is looking for their new Head of Finance to run the entire function and report to senior members of staff and the Board. Working 3 days a week, the Head of Finance will be leading on all controls and financial accounting, along with a lot of commercial and strategic work to help the organisation develop and grow their revenue streams. You will manage one member of staff, who has plenty of organization knowledge and works full time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for the annual audit file, in conjunction with the Finance Manager.
• Manage the smooth completion of the annual statutory audit.
• Prepare the annual statutory accounts in accordance with the charity SORP.
• Liaise with other members of the senior management to produce the annual Trustees’ Report.
• Review and approve the quarterly VAT return, monthly HMRC return and year end HMRC return.
• Work to maximise VAT recovery in a partially exempt organisation.
• Prepare the Theatre Tax Relief Claim and maximise recovery in conjunction with our tax advisers.
• As part of maximising the strength of the control environment and segregation of duties, alternate with the Producer to review and authorise the payroll and pay runs.
• Continuously improve the control framework of the organisation, including system implementation and automation where appropriate
• Advise and lead on system implementation and processes to streamline the financial control framework of the organisation Budgeting and Management Accounting
• Produce the annual budget, liaising with other Heads of Departments as appropriate.
• Compile quarterly management accounts including notes, commentary, and cash flow.
• Contribute to monitoring and reporting, including preparing all financial reports and data required by Arts Council England.
• Manage the relationship with bankers, pension advisers. insurance brokers and auditors.
• Prepare and deliver finance reporting to the Board / Finance Committee
• Keep abreast of financial developments across the arts charity sector and help Identify new funding opportunities.
• Line management of Finance Manager.
• Contribute to the achievement of the organisation’s annual financial targets.  
• Assist in the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the business plan.
• Contribute to strategic planning and programme development.
• Play an active role in the Senior Management team.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA Accountant with some PQE
• Experience in charity/arts would be preferred, even if just as a trustee/voluntary role
• Interest in the Arts and Theatre
• Ability to work effectively with creative individuals and enable creative excellence to flourish.
• Proven ability to manage a full financial year cycle applying best practice processes and controls