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Are you an experienced accountant who is passionate about dogs?
We’re searching for a Financial Accounting Manager to take the lead on all things accounting: from ongoing accuracy on the general ledger to year-end accounts.
What does this role do?
As Financial Accounting Manager, you will:
- Be responsible for end-of-year accounts, working closely with colleagues and auditors to ensure all accounts are completed accurately and compliance is maintained,
- Maintain ongoing accuracy in the general ledger for UK entities, reviewing transactions and control accounts to identify and rectify errors,
- Ensure tax compliance, from reviewing returns to ensuring compliance in line with changes to tax legislation and guidance,
- Manage and coach the Assistant Financial Accountants, providing strong leadership, performance management and professional development,
Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for 1st June 2026, and will take place on Teams. This role is available as a fixed term, family leave cover until August 2027.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll need to be a fully qualified accountant who has been responsible for managing the year-end process in a large group, who understands complex VAT environments and maintaining an accounting system. You’ll work pro-actively and flexibly to meet multiple competing deadlines, while leading and coaching a small team. You’ll be an excellent communicator, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across the charity and communicate complex financial information to non-financial colleagues. A commitment to the work we do is essential.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Salary: £41,500
Location: Hybrid Work Culture. We are proud to promote a truly hybrid work culture, recognising that every role is different, and everyone has unique needs and preferences. Our Hybrid Work Arrangement empowers each team member to work with their manager to choose the most effective way to work that balances your needs and Hospice UK’s.
Our office is a short walk from King’s Cross station in London. For this role, we need someone to come into the office at least one day a week, on a Tuesday. A day where all of Income Generation come into the office. You can work remotely for the rest of the time. Equally, you may prefer to work from the office full-time. We encourage all colleagues to visit member hospices to help inform our work and you may be able to work from there.
Contractually this role is London-based.
Contract: 8 Month Contract ending on 31 March 2027
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave pro rata based on the term of the contract
- Matched pension scheme up to 7% of salary
- Support for staff with caring responsibilities
- Family-friendly culture
How to apply: CV and supporting statement - using Hospice UK’s supporting statement document – available on our website to download.
Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Sunday 31 May 2026.
Interview dates: Tuesday June 9 and Wednesday June 10. Interviews will take place online via MS Teams.
Job Information
The Role
The Conference Manager (FTC) plays a significant part in delivering Hospice UK’s programme of conferences for our hospice membership. As a newly created position, you will take the lead on our one-day conferences while also supporting the delivery of our annual National Conference.
Our conferences are central to our strategic aim of bringing the sector together to share expertise, collaborate and celebrate innovation. Your work will ensure our conferences are delivered to a high standard and that hospice delegates have access to relevant and timely learning opportunities.
You will work with a range of internal and external stakeholder as well as the subject matter experts. Listening to their feedback, you will help shape the programme content, work with the wider project team to deliver a smooth and valuable learning opportunity for hospice colleagues.
The Team
The Conference team is made up of the Senior Conference manager and the Programmes Team Administrator, with support from the Deputy Director of Programmes, Director of Programmes and subject matter experts across the organisation.
It is a mighty team of two, managing a portfolio of 5 in person conferences across the year, from our role focused one-day conferences of around 130 - 150 delegates to our annual National Conference, which welcomes over 1000 delegates.Our team works across the organisation and collaborates with lots of internal and external stakeholders.
About You
You will have strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and be confident building relationships with a wider range of stakeholders.
You will bring:
- Proven experience of organising in person conferences, events or seminars (or similar complex activities) for around 130 people or more
- Ability to distil conversations, feedback and discussions into actionable insights that support effective planning.
- Naturally curious and proactive
- A self-motivated, self-sufficient approach to managing your workload
- Strong time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
More information is available in the candidate information pack, which is available on our website to download.
We represent and champion the community of 200+ hospices across the UK.



Service Coordinator
Dot Dot Dot is a social enterprise which allows people who do brilliant voluntary work to live in buildings that would otherwise be empty. We provide good, inexpensive housing to people who make a difference, we protect buildings for their owners, and we contribute to communities. Everyone wins.
We are looking for an effective, organised and socially minded person to join our services team as a Service Coordinator. You will be at the heart of our business, directly coordinating and delivering our service to guardians and to property owners. Supported by experienced managers and, making use of a field team and other operational support, you will deliver work across our diverse portfolio.
As well as the opportunity to see your work making a tangible difference, in this role you will benefit from a friendly work environment, a competitive salary and terms of employment which aim to support a good work-life balance.
The fundamentals of this role
Manage guardians
- Ensure guardians meet our criteria and ready for life as a guardian.
- Manage the guardian sign-up and move-in process.
- Be the main point of contact for guardians.
- Liaise with guardians to resolve any issues or concerns, e.g. poor conduct, licence breaches or vulnerability concerns.
- Work closely with guardians when they need to move on from Dot Dot Dot properties.
- Draw on data to gain insight into guardians and to guide support or interventions as required.
- Coordinate or assist with events, partnerships and other activities to promote volunteering and/or community engagement.
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure repairs are properly reported and dealt with.
- Collaborate with colleagues to fill voids quickly with suitable guardians.
Manage properties
- Collaborate with colleagues ensure that properties are monitored, set up and managed in line with internal standards, client requirements and any relevant licensing or regulatory standards.
- Organise, monitor and manage the handback of properties to clients, ensuring guardian and client relationships are managed professionally and effectively.
- Monitor budgets and spending on property issues, to make good choices about spending and to inform budget planning and risk management.
- Collaborate with clients on property repairs, major works or other issues.
- Provide clients with reports and information about their property as required.
Provide excellent client service
- Liaise closely with clients (building owners) to understand their needs and to keep them updated and informed about our work.
- Build strong day-to-day relationships with client contacts, working in a collaborative and service- focused way.
- Understand our client agreements and ensure that our service delivery meets the unique requirements of each contract.
- Identify opportunities to add value for our clients, encouraging the best social and financial value for all parties.
About you
- You’re likely to be able to demonstrate experience of, or aptitude for, much of the following:
- Interest in our mission and values as an organisation.
- Confidence in and enthusiasm for meeting people, with good interpersonal skills and a friendly, professional manner.
- Resourceful, proactive and hands-on approach - the service coordinator will experience new places, people and challenges and the ability to find practical solutions or seek out advice is critical.
- Organisation and good attention to detail - someone who prepares in advance for tasks and ensures that every detail is properly addressed.
- Ability to prioritise workload and efficiently manage diary to achieve results and meet deadlines.
- Responsibility and trustworthiness - able to take responsibility for the safety and security of people and buildings.
- Self confident and practical, ready to make decisions and use judgement in a wide variety of contexts, places and situations.
Take a look at our website for further information about this role and the work we do.
Dot Dot Dot is a social enterprise that turns properties which would otherwise stand empty into inexpensive homes.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role:
Every day in this role is different, but at the heart of it is one thing: helping people feel safer, more stable and more in control of their lives.
As a Floating Support Worker, you’ll support people living across Westminster to sustain their tenancies, navigate challenges and build the confidence and skills needed to live independently. You’ll work alongside people facing homelessness, isolation, poor mental or physical health, domestic abuse, substance use and other forms of multiple disadvantage, providing practical and emotionally intelligent support that meets people where they are.
This is a role built on relationships. You’ll work closely with clients in their homes and communities, creating support plans that feel realistic, empowering and genuinely person-centred. Whether you’re helping someone manage rent arrears, reconnect with services, settle into a new home or take steps towards work, training or improved wellbeing, your support will help people move forward in meaningful and lasting ways.
You’ll be part of Westminster Floating Support, a fast-paced and supportive service funded by Westminster City Council, delivering housing-related support to people in all types of accommodation across the borough. Working as part of a collaborative and psychologically informed team, you’ll build strong partnerships with local services and agencies to make sure clients receive joined-up, holistic support.
At Single Homeless Project (SHP), we’re committed to helping our staff grow too. You’ll have access to ongoing training, reflective practice and real opportunities to develop your career within an organisation that is ambitious about creating change for homeless Londoners.
About you:
- You bring experience supporting people facing multiple disadvantage, including homelessness, mental ill health, substance use, domestic abuse or social isolation, and know how to build trusting relationships that help people feel heard, respected and supported
- You feel confident helping people navigate the practical challenges that can put a tenancy at risk, from budgeting and benefits to rent arrears, housing options and building everyday independent living skills
- You work in a psychologically informed, strengths-based way, understanding how to motivate and empower people to move towards greater stability, confidence and independence at their own pace
- You’re able to balance empathy with professional curiosity, using support planning, risk assessment and safeguarding practice to provide safe, thoughtful and person-centred support
- You’re organised, proactive and able to manage a varied caseload while working collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies to help clients achieve meaningful and lasting outcomes
About us:
We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.
In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up.
We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own.
Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable.
We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.
Important info:
Closing date: Sunday 31st May at midnight
Interview date: Tuesday 9th June online via Microsoft Teams
Please note shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a short psychometric test before being confirmed for interview.
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.



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Do you have experience of working with diverse or marginalised communities and supporting volunteers? Have you been affected by hepatitis B? We are looking for someone with lived experience of the hepatitis B Virus who is passionate and skilled to support others on their journey from diagnosis to being in care. The role requires excellent communication and organisational skills. Creativity and innovation welcome!
You will develop and support a network of volunteer peers delivering key hepatitis B messages across North East London, working with communities including South Asian, African, Caribbean and Eastern European populations. Your role will involve organising and delivering awareness and testing events in community settings, building partnerships with local organisations, and supporting individuals to access testing, treatment and ongoing care.
The Hepatitis C Trust is a charity dedicated to eliminating hepatitis C in the UK by 2030.


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Salary: £58,000 - £64,000
Contract: Permanent
Location: London Hybrid
Closing date: 27th May
Benefits: 33 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays, Access to OnSide Talent Academy and ongoing professional development
We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Head of Fundraising to join Thames Gateway Youth Zone, an ambitious new local charity and part of the nationally respected OnSide Youth Zones Network, as it prepares to open its doors in Winter 2027. Thames Gateway Youth Zone will be a state-of-the-art space where thousands of young people each year can feel safe, inspired and ambitious for their futures.
As part of this exciting role, you will lead all fundraising activity during a critical pre?opening phase, with a strong initial focus on securing significant gifts from major donors, high net worth individuals and corporate partners. You will personally drive a Founder Patron campaign, working closely with senior stakeholders, trustees and the OnSide Network, before growing and leading a high-performing fundraising team as the Youth Zone moves towards opening. This role combines hands-on delivery with long-term strategic leadership, sitting on the Senior Leadership Team and playing a central role in the success of the organisation.
To be successful as the Head of Fundraising you will need:
- A strong track record of securing six?figure gifts from major donors, corporates and/or high net worth individuals
- Experience of developing and delivering a fundraising strategy and working closely with trustees or senior stakeholders
- Proven leadership experience, with the ability to build, motivate and inspire a successful fundraising team
If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV to [email protected] or contact us and quote the reference 2944AJ.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
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We’re partnering with a leading national charity to recruit a Prospect Research Officer, a pivotal role supporting high-value fundraising growth across corporate, trusts, and philanthropy. This role will be the specialist behind the systems, insight and intelligence that power high-value fundraising success.
Working across multiple fundraising teams, you’ll identify and qualify new high-value prospects, deliver in-depth research and due diligence, and ensure robust pipeline management processes are embedded across the organisation. You’ll also play a key role in strengthening CRM use, improving reporting, and helping teams prioritise the opportunities with the greatest potential.
What you’ll do
- Lead prospect research activity across trusts, corporates and high-value fundraising
- Identify and qualify new prospects through data mining, desk research and network mapping
- Produce high-quality research profiles, stakeholder maps and event briefings
- Manage and improve pipeline tracking processes through the CRM system
- Develop dashboards and reports to support forecasting, KPIs and fundraising performance
- Support fundraisers with caseload reviews and prospect prioritisation
- Deliver due diligence checks and ensure compliance with GDPR and fundraising regulations
- Create training materials and support colleagues to embed best practice across teams
- Keep up to date with sector trends, tools and prospect research best practice
About you
- Tangible experience in prospect research, fundraising insight or high-value fundraising support
- Strong CRM/database skills, with experience managing pipelines and producing dashboards
- Excellent research and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail
- Experience delivering due diligence and understanding fundraising compliance/GDPR
- Confident communicator, able to present insight and influence colleagues across teams
- Experience improving systems and embedding new processes
- Highly organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities
- Passionate about using insight to drive fundraising success
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Head of Financial Reporting & Processing
Location: Hybrid / Flexible
Organisation: Teach First
Contract: Fixed-Term Contract, 12-18 months
Salary: £75k-£80k
Prospectus are delighted to be supporting our client in their search for a Head of Financial Reporting and Processing. The organisation works with schools, teachers and leaders across the country to ensure every child, regardless of background, has the opportunity to thrive. This newly created role will play a critical role in strengthening their finance function at a pivotal moment for the organisation. Reporting to the Executive Director of Finance & Performance, you’ll lead their Financial Reporting & Processing team and be responsible for the end‑to‑end financial processing and reporting framework across the charity.
You’ll be a qualified accountant, and have extensive experience leading high performing teams, ideally through periods of significant change, as well as a solid understanding of what excellent financial management looks like. This role offers the chance for you to shape operating models, embed best practice, and lead meaningful change. Most importantly, you’ll be motivated by purpose and excited to use your expertise to support a charity working to end educational disadvantage. You’ll be working closely with senior finance leaders, the Chair of the Finance Risk & Audit Committee, and external auditors, and will directly line manage a team of four.
What you’ll be doing
As Head of Financial Reporting & Processing, you will:
- Lead, coach and develop a high‑performing team of four, building capability, resilience and accountability
- Take ownership of accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders
- Design and continuously improve financial controls, accounting policies and reporting processes in line with best practice, FRS102 and the Charity SORP
- Provide senior oversight of the external audit process and act as the escalation point for complex technical issues
- Oversee cash management, treasury and investment activity in line with the Charity’s Investment Policy
- Ensure tax compliance, managing filings and working with external advisors where required
- Drive efficient and effective accounts payable and receivable processes across the organisation
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Shannon Sanderson at Prospectus.
All appointments at the organisation are subject to an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment practices.
About NCT
NCT is a charity with a clear mission: to support people as they become parents, through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.
With a 65-year history of transformative change, we are a vibrant community of volunteers, practitioners, peer supporters, members and advocates. We are the largest parenting charity in the country and over the decades we’ve supported millions of people on their unique journey into parenthood.
While many know us for our antenatal classes, we also do much more. We campaign on issues that matter to parents, provide infant feeding support, and run thousands of free community events and activities led by our amazing volunteers. We also support families facing challenges like social isolation, feeding difficulties, and poor mental health. We offer support in communities, in hospitals and online.
About the role
We are looking for a committed and skilled professional to join our Practice Team, supporting the delivery, consistency, and continuous improvement of our quality assurance processes.
In this role, you will play a key part in coordinating assessments and providing mentoring, guidance, and support to our practitioner workforce. You will help ensure that our quality standards are consistently met by using effective data analysis, maintaining robust quality assurance processes, and working closely with key teams across the organisation.
Through collaboration and a strong focus on learning and improvement, you will help drive high‑quality service delivery and promote best practice in working with parents.
Please see job description for further details on the role.
Our Benefits – What we offer you
We value our team and offer fantastic benefits to support your well-being and professional growth:
30 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays)
Pension matched up to 5%
Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 GP access, personalised counselling, legal advice and more
Cycle to work scheme to support sustainable commuting
Life Assurance for peace of mind
Free eye test for all staff, with further discounts
Blue Light discount car
We are the charity supporting people as they become parents. Here through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.



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Prospectus are delighted to be working with our client in their recruitment for a Finance Manager.
The organisation is a UK charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest.
This Finance Manager role is available on a 12-month fixed term contract and full-time basis. The salary on offer for this role is £45,000 per annum. There is hybrid working arrangements for this role, where there would be an expectation the person would attend the Strood office in Kent, 1-2 days a week.
The Finance Manager will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management of the charity’s finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, high‑quality reporting, and strong support to service delivery teams. You will play a key role in cost control, income reporting, contract financial management, and supporting operational managers to understand and manage their budgets effectively. You will combine strong technical accounting skills with commercial awareness and a collaborative, service‑focused approach.
To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with post‑qualification experience gained ideally in a similar position. You will have experience preparing management accounts, managing budgets, and ability to use finance systems and Microsoft Excel. You will have a strong understanding of restricted funding and contract‑based income. You will have experience in line management and supporting the work of others. You will have the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non‑financial colleagues.
Desirably, you will have experience working with UK charities and knowledge of Charity SORP. You will have familiarity with local authority or public‑sector contracts. You will have experience in finance system implementation or process redesign. You will have experience overseeing or supporting payroll processes.
To apply, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact George Cook at Prospectus.
Head of Communications
Hybrid – Central London (40% office based)
Circa £54,000 per annum
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Paul Hamlyn Foundation is seeking an experienced and values-driven Head of Communications to lead and shape its internal and external communications strategy.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a strategic communicator with a strong understanding of reputation management, stakeholder engagement and inclusive storytelling. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Learning, Insight and Influence, the successful candidate will play a key role in communicating the Foundation’s impact, amplifying the voices of funded organisations and ensuring communications activity reflects the Foundation’s commitment to social justice, anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all corporate communications activity across internal and external channels
- Ensure consistent, clear and engaging messaging aligned to organisational priorities
- Manage the development and delivery of regular content, including announcements, blogs and stakeholder communications
- Lead on the production of the annual report and other key publications
- Provide expert communications advice to senior stakeholders, including on sensitive or complex issues
- Manage media relations and support the organisation in responding to reputational or press enquiries
- Line manage and support a small communications team, fostering a collaborative and effective working environment
- Ensure communications activity supports the organisation’s broader influencing and strategic objectives
Person specification
- Significant experience in corporate communications, ideally within the charity, public or wider non-profit sector
- Experience leading or contributing to a communications function at a senior level
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to advise and influence at senior level
- Proven experience managing and developing teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail
- Experience handling media relations and managing complex or sensitive communications issues
- A strong understanding of how communications can support organisational strategy and influence
- Comfortable working in a non-campaigning environment, with a focus on corporate and stakeholder communications
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button.
Please Note: All speculative/ direct CVs sent will be forwarded to The Talent Set for review.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process. (Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position)
We are one of the largest independent grantmakers in the UK, focusing on the arts, education and learning, migration and young people.



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Are you detail‑oriented, proactive, and passionate about supporting the financial operations behind a mission‑driven organisation? The Finance Officer is a key operational role within the Finance Team, responsible for the day-to-day finance functions, ensuring accurate financial records and robust financial controls.
Working closely with the Head of Finance, the Finance Officer will support with month-end processes and operational finance for events. The role will also support the Head of Finance on budgets and forecasting.
Roles and Responsibilities
Routine Financial Oversight
- Oversee the accurate recording, processing and coding of all financial transactions, including income, expenditure and journals
- Perform bank and petty cash reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations and key control accounts
- Maintain accruals / prepayments / deferred income /accrued income schedules
- Maintain oversight of the fixed asset register and depreciation.
- Responsible for month end up to extended trial balance
- Monitor day-to-day financial operations including bank accounts and payment processes.
- Oversee revenue recognition directing for complex contracts / grants
- Ensure strong financial controls are maintained and adhered to
Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Management
- Support budget holders with understanding financial performance, variances and reforecasting.
- Assist with rolling forecasts and cashflow projections.
Payroll & HR Finance Administration
- Run the payroll including: payroll preparation (Xero), HMRC (EPS/FPS) and pension data submission
- Prepare payroll journals and staff cost reconciliations.
- Act as first point of contact for payroll queries, escalating complex issues where appropriate.
Compliance & Year-End Support
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of:
- VAT returns (quarterly in Xero)
- Gift Aid claims (monthly in Churchsuite)
- Support external audit processes as required.
Event & Conference Finance Management
- Manage operational finance processes for New Wine conferences and events, including:
- Pre-event financial setup and controls
- On-site cash, card income and banking processes
- Oversight of finance volunteers on site
- Ensure timely post-event reconciliation of income and reporting.
- Liaise with event leaders regarding budgets and financial performance.
- Support day-to-day finance requirements while on site.
Systems, Process Improvement & Controls
- Maintain and improve finance processes and documentation.
- Ensure effective use of finance systems
- Work closely with the Head of Finance on continuous improvement initiatives.
Other Duties
- Respond to finance queries from budget holders
- Work well with all members of the wider staff team.
- Attend and sometimes participate in staff prayers and meetings.
- Undertake other duties as reasonably required within the scope of the role.
The above list of job deliverables is open and partial, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.
Person Specification
Essential Skills
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Excellent time-management with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- Proactive and self-motivated, with a drive to deliver high-quality results
- Commitment to high standards, accuracy, and robust financial controls
- Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive financial information
Essential Experience
- CCAB part-qualified accountant
- Experience in financial management, accounting, and budgetary control
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel (advanced), Outlook, Word, and Teams
- Experience in payroll administration, including workplace pensions
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience managing restricted or trust funds
- Up-to-date and practical VAT knowledge
- Experience within a faith-based or charity organisation
- Familiarity with the financial aspects of event operations
Personal Attributes
- Demonstrates a personal Christian faith
- Fully committed to New Wine’s mission and values
Application process:
Key dates: The application deadline is 9am on Monday 1st June 2026. We may close applications early if strong applicants are received before this time. Shortlisted applicants will be invited by Wednesday 3rd June to online interviews taking place between Monday 8th – Tuesday 9th June 2026. Following the online interviews, shortlisted candidates will be invited to a second-stage in-person interview at our London office on Thursday 18th June 2026.
If you are unavailable on any of these dates, please let us know when submitting your application.
Application: To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV.
Please see the full Job Description and all details including Role Particulars, and Why Join Our Team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Project Manager – Community One-to-One Advocacy
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to lead the delivery of our Community One-to-One Advocacy project across the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The successful candidate will oversee project delivery, staff management, community engagement, partnerships, compliance, and monitoring to ensure high-quality, inclusive, and person-centred advocacy services.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the day-to-day delivery and development of the advocacy project.
- Work closely with the CEO on project implementation, reporting, evaluation, and risk management.
- Line manage staff, consultants, and volunteers, providing supervision, training, and development support.
- Build strong partnerships with local authorities, community organisations, and stakeholders across Greenwich.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, health & safety, equality, and organisational policies.
- Oversee project monitoring, data collection, reporting, and operational systems including Microsoft 365 and referral processes.
- Support outreach, volunteering, and community engagement activities to ensure services are accessible and inclusive.
- Represent the organisation at meetings, forums, and networking events.
About You
You will have:
- Experience managing community, advocacy, or charity projects.
- Strong leadership, organisational, and partnership-building skills.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, governance, and compliance requirements.
- Experience supervising staff and supporting workforce development.
- Excellent communication, reporting, and problem-solving abilities.
- Commitment to equality, inclusion, and person-centred practice.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference within the local community and help shape inclusive advocacy services across Greenwich.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role Overview
The Talent Set is delighted to partner with our Professional Membership Body on a fantastic Sales Admin/ Lead Generator role. This position is essential for expanding client outreach, identifying new opportunities, and supporting sales growth through targeted lead development. The successful candidate will contribute to building a strong pipeline for future business.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research to identify potential clients and market segments.
- Engage with prospects through outbound communication channels such as calls, emails, and social media.
- Qualify leads based on specific criteria and pass qualified prospects to the sales team.
- Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and interactions in the CRM system.
- Follow up consistently to nurture relationships and foster continued interest.
- Collaborate with the sales team to develop targeted strategies for lead generation.
Person Specification
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable using digital tools and CRM platforms for outreach and data management.
- Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving targets.
- Adaptable and open to learning new methods of outreach and client engagement.
What’s on Offer
London: £130.43 +£19.57 holiday pay (total £150)- £138.34 + £20.75 holiday pay (£159.09)
Leeds: £110.67 + £16.60 holiday pay (total £127.27) - £118.58 + £17.79 holiday pay (£136.36 )
Temporary role: 2-3 months with an immediate start
Hybrid working: 2 days a week in the London office, or 1 day a week in the office for Leeds based candidates
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
We are recruiting for a Senior Philanthropy Manager to join our team in London; the scope on this job involves….
Job Title: Senior Philanthropy Manager
Location: Hybrid working - this role is external facing and the postholder will be required to attend meetings, events and networking opportunities in London and other locations as required
Salary: £54,897.50 per annum
Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5
At a pivotal moment in addressing domestic abuse Refuge is entering a new strategic phase focused on building strength, independence and long‑term impact. We are seeking a bold, visionary Senior Philanthropy Manager who will help drive a growth in philanthropic income and lead a new way of working with philanthropic supporters. This newly created, externally facing role offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of Refuge’s philanthropy—securing transformational six‑ and seven‑figure investments, shaping a new offering for philanthropic funders and driving sustainable growth at scale.
You will design and lead a compelling core philanthropy offering, steward and grow a small portfolio of Refuge’s highest value supporters and build a dynamic pipeline of major donors and trusts and foundations. Working closely with the Head of Philanthropy, CEO, Board, you will redefine how Refuge engages philanthropists—bringing clarity, confidence and ambition to how we partner with supporters to fuel survivor safety, resilience and long‑term prevention. This is a role for someone that thrives on building networks and has a strong track record of growing pipelines, including through working with existing supporters and senior volunteers.
This is a standout opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to create and implement new avenues for philanthropic impact and drive significant income growth for Refuge’s work. The postholder will combine influence, creativity and purpose—playing a decisive role in strengthening an organisation survivors rely on, while helping to shape a defining philanthropic vision.
Closing date: 9.00am on 5 June 2026
Interview date:
Stage one: 18 June 2026 (virtual)
Stage two: AM, 25 June 2026 (in person at our Head Office, in Vauxhall, London)
Benefits
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.