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DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND RESOURCES

• Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 depending on experience
• Location: Oxford/Hybrid

Church Mission Society connects with people at the edges – of church, of society, and of our comfort zones – all over the world to help share God’s love in creative ways and see our world made new. None of that is possible without someone making sure the money, the infrastructure and the governance behind it are rock solid. That's this role.

As Director of Finance and Resources, you'll sit on the Senior Leadership Team with genuine breadth of responsibility; financial strategy and management, investments, treasury, risk, legal and regulatory compliance, property and facilities, IT and cyber security, and corporate governance. You'll also hold oversight of CMS' residual pension-related responsibilities following the transfer of its defined-benefit pension liabilities, one of the more technical, long-tail parts of the brief.

It's a lot under one roof, and that's the honest challenge - this isn't a role for someone who wants to specialise in just one thing. You'll move comfortably between a board paper on investment strategy and a decision about the office lease, often in the same week. In return, you get real influence; you'll be a trusted adviser to the CEO and board, four direct reports (Head of Finance, Head of ICT, Facilities Manager and Head of Legal) who need your steer, and a seat at the table where CMS's biggest decisions get made.

We're looking for a qualified accountant with senior finance leadership experience, ideally from a charity, not-for-profit or values-led organisation, who can operate credibly at executive and board level. You'll know your way around financial planning, audit, internal controls and management reporting, and you'll have led teams before.

But the technical skills are only half of it. CMS needs someone with the wisdom to balance prudent stewardship against a sensible appetite for risk, the courage to hold a firm line when it matters, and the humility to lead in a way that lets other people do their best work. Above all, you'll believe that finance exists to serve the mission, not the other way round.

This post carries an Occupational Requirement, under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010, that the postholder is a practising Christian, and all applicants must be wholeheartedly committed to the aims, ethos and values of Church Mission Society, including its Ethos Statement.

Closing date: Monday 12 October 2026
First stage interviews with CMS: Monday 2 November (online)
Second stage interviews with CMS: Monday 9 November (in person)

For an informal conversation about the role, contact Adam Stacey, CEO at Charisma Charity Recruitment.

Applications should be submitted through the Charisma website, including your CV and a supporting statement. Please see the candidate pack for full details.

Charity People have partnered with The British Society for Haematology, a £3 million turnover professional membership body to help recruit a newly created Finance Manager role. This is an exciting time to join this organisation.

The British Society for Haematology is the UK's leading professional membership body for haematology, supporting nearly 4,000 clinicians, scientists and healthcare professionals.

Working with a forward thinking and empowering Director of Corporate Services and Membership, you will be leading the finance function, strengthen financial controls and provide strategic insight that supports the Society's continued growth and impact.

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Hybrid: Office based twice a week

Working house: 35 hours per week

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the organisation's financial management, reporting and controls.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning and work with the external Management Accountant.
• Oversee quarterly management accounts and financial analysis.
• Lead the annual audit and statutory accounts process.
• Manage and develop the Finance Officer while managing key external relationships.

Person Specification

• Qualified or qualified-by-experience (Strong QBE) finance professional with strong financial management expertise.
• Experience working within the charity or not-for-profit sector with experience on Charity SORP.
• Experience delivering budgets, forecasts and management reporting.
• Ability to form relationships and communicate finance matters to non-finance budget holders and senior stakeholders.
• Experience working with auditors, accountants and external stakeholders.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and able to build effective working relationships across an organisation.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus closure between Christmas and New Year plus bank holidays
• 8% Employer Pension contribution

Role closing 30th September, 2026

First stage interview (online or in person) w/c 5th October, 2026

Second stage interview (in person) w/c 12th October, 2026

Candidates applying for this role, will be requested to answer two questions which will accompany the CV when we submit the shortlist to the client.

The role may close early, if we get suitable applicants. Therefore, please apply if you have the experience required without further delay.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Finance Assistant

• Duration: Temporary (3-6 months)
• Salary: £16.15-£17.82 per hour (equivalent to £29,387-£32,433 FTE)
• Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday
• Location: London / Hybrid working
• Office Attendance: Minimum 2 days per week (Wednesday is the core office day, with Thursday typically the second office day)
• Interview in-person: Wednesday 23 September
• Start Date: ASAP

Charity People is delighted to be partnering with Living Streets to recruit a Finance Assistant.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading charities dedicated to creating safer, healthier and more inclusive communities through walking. You'll join a supportive finance team during a period of growth, helping to maintain smooth financial operations across both the charity and its trading activities.

About Living Streets

Living Streets is the UK charity for everyday walking. Through campaigns, education programmes and partnerships with schools and local authorities, they work to create streets where people can walk safely, confidently and enjoyably. The organisation's trading arm supports this work through the sale of educational resources, awards and merchandise to schools and communities across the UK.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will provide essential support across the finance function, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of financial transactions and maintaining excellent internal and external customer service standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers
• Processing supplier payments and staff expenses
• Supporting Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities
• Undertaking weekly bank reconciliations
• Managing credit control activities and chasing overdue payments
• Reconciling debtor and creditor balances
• Processing daily allocations and month-end tasks
• Managing the shared finance inbox and responding to queries
• Raising journals and assisting with month-end processes
• Supporting annual audit and budgeting activities

About You

We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience in a Finance Assistant or similar transactional finance role
• Strong Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable experience
• Experience processing BACS payments
• Credit control experience
• Bank reconciliation experience
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Experience using finance systems
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• A proactive and collaborative approach to work

Desirable Experience

• Experience working within the charity or not-for-profit sector
• Experience using Microsoft Business Central
• Intermediate Excel skills, including working with spreadsheets and pivot tables
• Experience working with high-volume transactions
• Studying towards an accountancy qualification such as AAT, ACCA, ACA or CIMA

Hiring process

This is an urgent requirement and applications will be reviewed as they are received.

One-stage interview process in-person on 23^rd September.

How to apply

Please send your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this opportunity.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Role Summary

This is a key role in our organisation. You’ll be responsible for keeping our financial records accurate and up to date, supporting the Executive Director with clear financial reporting, and ensuring we meet our legal and regulatory obligations including those of the Charity Commission. It’s a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on bookkeeping and wants to make a real difference in a charity supporting the lives of dance professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a monthly pay run of invoices, grant payments and ongoing expenses.
• Liaise with grant awardees about payment schedules (e.g. course start dates).
• Record activity in Quick Books online and reconcile against monthly bank accounts.
• Manage payroll payments (in liaison with our payroll company Payline)
• Manage HMRC communications and refer to Payline/Executive Director if needed.
• Liaise with the charity’s bank when required e.g. to resolve any online banking issues.
• Record CAF Donate income and from other fundraising platforms, including Gift Aid.
• Record other donor income received, including any legacies received by the Fund.
• Liaise with the Fund’s investment managers if requested, e.g. drawdown of income
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including cashflow and bring to the attention of the Executive Director any budget variances.
• Support the Executive Director with financial reports including information that may be required when planning the annual budget.
• Assist with year-end accounts and audit/independent examination preparation.
• Ensure that appropriate financial controls are maintained throughout.

Essential

• Proven bookkeeping experience and industry qualification.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial controls.
• Confident using accounting software.
• Experience in providing financial information, including for audit purposes.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• High integrity and commitment to confidentiality.

Desirable

• Experience of using Quick Books accounting software
• Experience of bookkeeping within a small charity
• Knowledge of charity accounting, restricted funds and Gift Aid.
• Understanding of small charity governance.
• Able to work independently and communicate clearly with senior leadership.

What We Offer

• Permanent contract, with six months probationary period
• Pension contribution of 3% employer, 5% employee
• Enrolment into the EAP scheme
• Hybrid working arrangements

Commitment to Inclusion

Dance Fund is proud to be a Disability Confident Level 1 (Committed) Employer. We actively encourage applications from disabled people and those with long-term health conditions. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and welcoming workplace, and we will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in employment where needed.

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.

About the role

You’ll support the Head of Risk and Assurance in ensuring compliance with the Risk Management Policy and Framework across the charity. You’ll manage day to day risk, internal audit and insurance operations and foster a strong culture of transparency and service improvement.

You’ll ensure that the Internal Audit programme aligns with the risks being faced by the charity. You’ll enable colleagues across the charity to feel equipped to effectively manage their risks.

What you'll do

• Design and facilitate risk workshops and training at Directorate level, with support from the Head of Risk

• Manage the regular review of risk registers, and support the Head of Risk & Assurance in developing and maintaining the risk management framework

• Manage the production of risk, internal audit and insurance reports as required.

• Use knowledge of risks being faced by the Charity to develop a structured, yet responsive, risk-based annual internal audit plan.

• Manage the annual Insurance renewal process, working closely with the Charity insurance broker.

What you'll bring

• Proven experience designing and delivering risk training and workshops

• Strong working knowledge of governance in the Charity Sector

• Experience producing governance reports for senior meetings, and supporting the risk, internal audit and insurance functions

• Exemplary organisation skills, and the ability to cope with competing demands

• Experience in Policy writing

Please apply by sending us your CV and a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.

Applications close on 27 September.

Interviews for this role will be held on W/C 5 October at our London '50 Broadway' Office.

Role: Financial Reporting & Planning Lead

Salary: circa£60,000 + Benefits:

• 28 days' annual leave, increasing with service
• Private medical insurance
• Employer Pension contributions ranging from 8.5% - 15% 

Location: Central London (Hybrid) 3 days per week in the office.

Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with The Corporation of The Church House. The Corporation of the Church House is a registered charity founded in 1888 by Royal Charter to own, maintain, and manage The Corporation of The Church House building near Westminster Abbey in London.

It serves as the permanent home for the National Church Institutions of the Church of England, including the General Synod, alongside housing commercial organisations and a prominent conference venue.  

Key Responsibilities

• Trading Company Reporting & Forecasting: Take full ownership of monthly management accounts, variance analysis, profitability tracking, and margin performance for the trading entity.
• Revenue Accounting: Manage complex accounting for key commercial contracts, including underlying calculations for revenue recognition.
• Planning & Budgeting: Co-ordinate the annual budget and periodic forecasting cycles across the organisation, developing robust financial models and user-friendly templates for budget holders.
• Business Partnering & Insight: Translate complex financial data into actionable commercial insights, partnering closely with operational teams and senior stakeholders to support decision-making.
• Systems & Data Improvement: Collaborate with the Financial Operations team to refine reporting systems, automate data structures, and build interactive dashboards.
• Audit & Compliance: Prepare audit-ready year-end schedules and act as a key contact for external auditors.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualification: Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent professional experience.
• Technical Expertise: Strong background in management accounting, variance analysis, financial modelling, and advanced Excel skills. Strong Power BI skills would be advantageous.
• Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to challenge, guide, and advise non-finance operational teams.
• Sector Experience: Prior exposure to the charity, not-for-profit, or broader third sector is highly desirable.
• Mindset: Proactive, inquisitive, and comfortable managing complex datasets alongside broad strategic planning.

Applications close on Thursday 1st October. 

The Assist Team Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of operational advice service contracts managed by Auriga and is responsible for effectively managing individual and team performance.

Responsibilities: 

• Management: You will line manage a team of direct reports, including setting clear objectives aligned to corporate strategy, conducting performance reviews, dealing with HR issues, providing support, coaching and technical supervision.Identify training needs and provide opportunities for team members to develop their skills and knowledge 

• Performance monitoring: Drive your teams individual and overall performance through monitoring, training, coaching and where needed the implementation of performance improvement plans.

• Resource Planning: Optimising resources in the Assist team, to ensure high quality, efficient and a cost-effective service. Effectively forecast the required FTE to achieve contractual requirements and assign tasks and monitor to ensure completed in a timely manner.

• Culture: Create a positive and engaging work environment that motivates team members to perform at their best 

• Contract Management: Contract delivery and onboarding of advice service contracts held by Assist, ensuring SLA’s and KPI’s are achieved. To include stakeholder management and regular reporting on performance; 

• Process Improvement and innovation: Identify and implement continuous improvements to process to ensure we are effective and efficient in our operations, to improve the customer journey of our beneficiaries, and to better achieve business objectives.
  
  Requirements: 

• At least two years’ experience of managing people, preferably within an advice sector setting, and be able to demonstrate a proven track record of success

• Experience of delivering outstanding customer service and process improvement, and be able to demonstrate the impact that you have achieved

• Demonstrable experience of managing teams remotely, using technology to support 

• Ability to demonstrate your leadership skills, and ability to motivate and manage the performance of your team, encourage them to achieve their full potential

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written and be able to use your communication skills to create healthy relationships with your team and others. 

• The ability to work under pressure, manage and plan own workload and plan the workload of your team 

• Experience of managing contract performance and achieving excellent performance against SLA’s and KPI’s, be able to identify and react to any areas of concern and address 

• A good working knowledge of welfare rights and debt advice practices 

Interim Head of Finance 

£62,000–£65,000 per annum | 3 Month FTC | Hybrid London | Immediate Start

We are partnering with a small, internationally focused not-for-profit organisation to appoint an experienced Head of Finance & Grants on an interim basis.

This is a broad, senior and hands-on finance role for someone who can hit the ground running, take ownership of the finance function and provide high-quality financial insight across the organisation.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in international charity or not-for-profit finance, with substantial experience managing grants and contracts across different jurisdictions and funding environments.

The Role

Reporting to the Operations Director, you will lead the organisation's financial and grant management, working closely with senior leadership, programme teams and Trustees.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading day-to-day financial, management and grant accounting
• Preparing organisational, programme and project budgets and forecasts
• Producing monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Developing cash-flow forecasts and financial scenarios
• Managing the financial lifecycle of international grants and contracts
• Preparing and submitting financial reports and invoices to funders
• Monitoring income, expenditure and grant balances
• Ensuring compliance with international funder requirements
• Managing multi-currency banking and foreign exchange considerations
• Supporting project teams with financial planning and monitoring
• Developing approaches to overhead allocation and full-cost recovery
• Maintaining robust financial controls, policies and procedures
• Managing statutory accounts, audit and regulatory compliance
• Supporting fundraising through strong project and programme budgets
• Reviewing grant agreements and identifying financial obligations and risks
• Overseeing bookkeeping, reconciliations, payments and supplier management
• Providing financial advice and analysis to senior leadership and Trustees
• Supervising a small finance function

About You

You'll be an experienced finance professional with a strong track record in international charity or not-for-profit finance.

You will ideally have:

• A professional accountancy qualification or equivalent experience
• Significant international finance experience within the charity/not-for-profit sector
• Extensive experience managing the financial aspects of grants and contracts
• Experience working with international funders and funding arrangements
• Strong understanding of financial requirements across different jurisdictions
• Experience managing multiple currencies and foreign exchange
• Excellent budgeting, forecasting and management accounting skills
• Strong financial controls, compliance and audit experience
• Experience supporting project teams with financial planning and monitoring
• Excellent Excel and financial systems skills, ideally including Sage 50
• Confidence presenting financial information to senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A highly organised, accurate and pragmatic approach

You will be comfortable operating at both strategic and operational level, moving from advising senior stakeholders on financial scenarios to getting into the detail of transactions, reconciliations and grant reporting when required.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent interim opportunity for a senior finance professional who enjoys working in an international, purpose-led environment and can make an immediate contribution.

You'll have a broad remit, significant autonomy and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership across finance, grants and organisational planning.

If you're available immediately and bring strong international charity finance and grants experience, we'd love to hear from you, please apply online today! 

At Fawcett, we want to find out what is really happening to women’s financial equality. What is happening for women in workplaces? How are women making money online? How are emerging labour trends affecting and exposing women?  

We are looking for a bold and curious Senior Investigative Researcher who can uncover emerging trends, speak sensitively to women about their experiences, interrogate evidence and turn what they discover into compelling public stories.

This is not a traditional desk-based research role. You might come from journalism, research, campaigning or another investigative background; we care less about job titles and qualifications than your instinct to ask, “But is that actually true?”

Over 12 months, you will lead two major projects on women’s financial equality. We want this role to have significant freedom to follow emerging stories about how women make money and the trends and shifts that affect our financial equality. This could be content creator economics, extreme beauty trends, or the femosphere.     

Location: Remote within the UK. Regular travel within the UK, expenses covered.

The Organisation

We are working with a well-established UK not-for-profit organisation with annual income of approximately £150 million. Operating at significant scale and complexity, the organisation manages a diverse range of income streams including donations, legacies, grant and contract funding, trading activity and investment income. The finance function plays a key role in supporting strong governance, compliance and decision-making across the organisation.

The Job

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional to take ownership of all tax matters within a large and complex organisation. Working closely with senior finance colleagues and external advisers, you will act as the organisation's lead technical expert on VAT, Corporation Tax and Gift Aid, ensuring robust compliance, governance and risk management. You will provide practical advice to senior stakeholders, helping the organisation understand and navigate the tax implications of operational and strategic decisions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on VAT, Corporation Tax and Gift Aid compliance and advisory matters
• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns, including partial exemption calculations and annual adjustments
• Managing Corporation Tax compliance and reporting
• Developing and maintaining tax governance frameworks, controls and processes
• Identifying and mitigating tax risks across the organisation
• Providing technical guidance to finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Building effective relationships with external advisers, auditors and internal teams
• Driving continuous improvement across tax processes, controls and reporting systems

Location:

Remote working, with occasional office attendance in London (typically once per quarter)

Hours: 28 hours per week (will consider full-time hours for the right person. Would likely need to contribute towards other areas of finance)

Salary: £60,000 - £66,000 per annum, pro rata

The Person

We are seeking a qualified accountant or tax professional with strong technical expertise and experience operating within a large, complex organisation.
You will be able to demonstrate:

• Qualified Accountant or Tax professional
• Strong knowledge of UK VAT, Corporation Tax and Gift Aid legislation
• Experience managing complex VAT environments, including partial exemption
• A track record of delivering accurate and timely tax compliance activities
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• The ability to translate technical tax matters into practical business guidance
• Experience working collaboratively across finance, systems, planning and operational teams
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and risk management

Experience gained within the charity, not-for-profit, membership body or broader complex organisation environment would be advantageous.

What's in It for You?

• Remote working arrangement
• Salary of £60,000 - £66,000 per annum, pro rata
• Double-matched pension contributions up to 8%
• 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata
• The opportunity to be the lead tax specialist within a sizeable, nationally recognised organisation
• Exposure to a broad range of complex tax matters and senior stakeholders
• A supportive and collaborative finance team environment

How to Apply

If you are an experienced tax professional looking for a flexible role where you can make a significant impact, we'd be delighted to hear from you.

Please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience, including VAT, Corporation Tax and Gift Aid/partial exemption compliance and advisory work. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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• Senior finance leadership role at the heart of policing
• Help shape the future of finance across South Yorkshire Police

About Our Client

South Yorkshire Police serves a diverse and vibrant region covering approximately 600 square miles and a population of almost 1.4 million people. With an annual budget in excess of £380 million and a workforce of over 5,000 officers and staff, the organisation plays a vital role in protecting communities and delivering essential public services across Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham and Doncaster. At its core, the Force exists to prevent crime and disorder, protect vulnerable people and target those who cause the greatest harm. It is already a high-performing organisation, with clear ambitions to continue improving services, embracing innovation and delivering the best possible outcomes for the public it serves. Finance is central to achieving those ambitions. Beyond stewardship and governance, the function plays a key role in providing insight, challenge and support to senior leaders, enabling informed decisions in an increasingly complex and financially demanding environment. Significant investment has already been made in systems, infrastructure and capability, creating strong foundations for the future. The focus now is on strengthening financial leadership, enhancing business partnering, driving continuous improvement and ensuring finance remains a trusted adviser across the organisation. Joining at this stage offers a genuine opportunity to influence the future direction of finance within South Yorkshire Police and contribute to the delivery of safer communities across the region.

Job Description

Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, you will provide leadership across the Finance function whilst supporting the fulfilment of statutory responsibilities as Deputy S151 Officer. Leading a multidisciplinary team of approximately 40 finance professionals, you will oversee a broad portfolio that includes financial business partnering, management accounting, financial accounting, payroll, pensions, exchequer services, insurance and organisational infrastructure.Working closely with the Chief Officer Team and senior stakeholders across the Force, you will provide expert financial advice on complex organisational decisions, support long-term financial sustainability and help ensure resources are deployed effectively to deliver the greatest possible impact for communities across South Yorkshire.Key responsibilities
 

• Deputise for the Chief Finance Officer and undertake Deputy S151 responsibilities.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary finance team of circa 40 colleagues.
• Provide strategic financial advice to Chief Officers and senior stakeholders.
• Ensure effective financial planning, reporting and governance arrangements.
• Drive value for money, continuous improvement and organisational performance.
• Oversee business partnering, financial accounts, payroll, pensions and exchequer services.
• Support delivery of the medium-term financial strategy and capital programme.
• Build strong relationships across the Force, SYMCA and external partners.

The Successful Applicant
We are seeking an accomplished and values-led finance professional who combines strong technical credibility with exceptional leadership and relationship-building skills.

You will be comfortable operating within a complex, high-profile and publicly accountable environment, balancing strategic thinking with effective operational delivery. 

You will bring:

• A recognised CCAB professional accountancy qualification (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Significant senior finance experience within a large, complex public sector organisation
• Experience of leading and developing large high-performing teams
• Strong influencing, negotiating and stakeholder management skills
• A track record of driving change, continuous improvement and organisational performance
• Experience of developing effective partnerships to deliver robust financial management and value for money
• The ability to communicate complex financial issues clearly and credibly to a wide range of audiences
• Resilience, sound judgement and the ability to operate effectively within a demanding environment

Most importantly, you will be a collaborative leader who can build trust, bring people together and provide the insight and challenge needed to support effective decision-making at the highest levels of the organisation.

Whilst experience within policing is not essential, candidates must be able to demonstrate significant senior finance leadership experience within the public sector and a strong understanding of the governance, accountability and stakeholder landscape in which public services operate. 

What's on Offer

• Salary - £87,500 - £95,000 depending on experience. Please note that a pay award is currently pending and the salary for this role is expected to increase upon confirmation.
• Excellent benefits including access to the LGPS pension scheme with an employer contribution of 11.6%
• Hybrid working - 3 days a week in the office

Process and Key Dates:

• CV Application Deadline: Wednesday 30th September
• First Stage Interviews: 13th and 20th October
• Final Stage Interviews: 27th October

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and shortlisted candidates may be contacted before the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Director of Conferencing  
Hours: Full-Time, 36.25 per week (0.8 FTE may be considered)  
Contract: Permanent  
Salary: £71,566 to £75,914 depending on experience  
Location: Trinity Lane, Cambridge, CB2 1TL 

The Role 

The Director of Conferencing is a new role, created to lead the strategic development and delivery of Clare’s conferencing business, which provides a vital income stream to enable the College to sustain its core educational mission. The role-holder will manage key client and partner relationships, and drive revenue growth and profitability through strategic market positioning, while remaining sensitive to the needs of the College community and the rhythms of the academic year. In addition, the role-holder will have overall responsibility for the events team including support services.

The Director of Conferencing is a senior, multi-faceted role, involving sales strategy, financial planning, forecasting, marketing and communications, and operational delivery. The role-holder will play a crucial part in motivating and guiding colleagues across multiple departments to achieve an annual revenue target of £4 million+, and through this, to make a contribution to College income of £2 million per year.

About Us 

Clare College is the second oldest of the 31 Colleges in the University of Cambridge. Regarded as one of the most progressive and informal, Clare is renowned as a College that achieves academically at the highest levels, whilst also being welcoming, forward-thinking, and inclusive. 

Located in the heart of Cambridge city centre, the College is extraordinarily beautiful and famed for its gardens on “the Backs” (the famous backs of the Colleges that overlook the River Cam). Our gardens are widely renowned as some of the best in Cambridge and are valued by all members of the College, as well as our guests. Clare’s Old Court, a Grade I listed building, is the centre of the College and is unique among the ancient Cambridge Colleges in having maintained its architectural integrity over the course of its history. 

Salary and Benefits 

The annual salary will be up to £71,566 and £75,914 depending on experience. An additional, performance-related bonus will be considered if the role-holder exceeds targets for income generation, profitability and the satisfaction of the wider College community. In addition to this the post holder would be eligible for meals on duty. This is a permanent role at 36.25 hours per week. The role will require working outside office hours for some events. 

We also offer membership of a defined salary sacrifice pension contribution scheme, a Healthcare cash plan and parking. 

The closing date is Tuesday 6 October 2026 at 9am  
Shortlisted applicants being interviewed shortly afterwards. 

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We are committed to the principles of equal opportunities, diversity and respect and want to be known as an employer that invests in its staff, recognising and rewarding them for their commitment.

No agencies please.

Work with us and help make a difference!

Salary: £45-50,000 FTE, dependent on experience
Hours: 15 hours (2 days per week)
Contract: Permanent

Help us make homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring.

Harrogate Homeless Project (HHP) is a leading local charity supporting people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity across the Harrogate district. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Financial Controller to join our senior team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial sustainability and growth of our organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who wants to use their skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable people whilst helping shape the future of a respected and ambitious charity.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the Financial Controller will oversee all financial and accounting activities across the organisation. Working closely with our Finance Officer, management team, Treasurer and Board of Trustees, you will ensure robust financial management, compliance with charity accounting standards, and provide strategic financial insight to support organisational decision-making.

You will take ownership of financial reporting, budgeting, cashflow forecasting, year-end accounts and audit preparation, while also helping to identify opportunities to strengthen financial performance and improve systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day financial management of the charity.
• Prepare timely and accurate management accounts and financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with charity accounting regulations and SORP requirements.
• Lead the annual budgeting process, forecasting and financial planning.
• Manage cashflow and support organisational risk management.
• Prepare year-end accounts and coordinate audit requirements.
• Monitor and report on grant income, restricted funds and project budgets.
• Provide financial advice and guidance to senior management and trustees.
• Manage and support the Finance Officer through effective supervision and development.
• Oversee payroll processes and key financial systems.
• Manage finance-related contracts, including accounting software, payroll and business subscriptions.
• Support fundraising activities by providing financial information for grant applications and funding reports.
• Work collaboratively across departments to support organisational objectives.

About You

We are looking for someone who combines strong technical financial expertise with excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to the values of the voluntary sector.

Why Join Harrogate Homeless Project?

At HHP, you’ll be part of a dedicated team committed to transforming lives and creating positive change within our community. We offer the opportunity to make a real impact, influence strategic decision-making and contribute to the growth and sustainability of a well-established local charity.

If you are a finance professional looking for a rewarding role where your expertise can directly support people facing homelessness, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits Include

• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus birthday leave.
• Healthcare package.
• Travel benefits.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of women experiencing homelessness.

About Us

Harrogate Homeless Project provides people experiencing homelessness with a safe place to stay and the support they need to build confidence and move towards independent living.

We work with partners to give people facing disadvantage hope of a different future and empower people to change their lives through support, accommodation and opportunity.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief covering letter to Richard Cooper or call for an informal conversation about the role.

Closing Date: 4 October 2026

We will assess applications as they are received and interview suitable candidates on a rolling basis. Therefore, we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Early applications are encouraged.

Harrogate Homeless Project is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

The Accounts Receivable Controller plays a key role in the financial management of the School, ensuring the accurate and timely billing, reconciliation, and collection of all tuition, transport, financial aid, after-school, and extracurricular fees. The role manages billing and collection processes for over 900 families and partner organisations, ensuring data accuracy, financial compliance, and an exceptional level of customer service.

This position supports approximately £50 million in annual tuition and related income and requires a detail-oriented, technology-savvy, and proactive professional capable of operating efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Billing and Data Management

• Manage end-to-end billing for tuition, transportation, financial aid, after-school programs, and all ancillary charges for the School and its subsidiary.

• Maintain accurate family and student billing records in the school’s finance and student information systems (Microsoft Dynamics Business Central).

• Collaborate with Admissions, and departmental administrators and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely updates to student and fee data.

• Generate, review, and distribute invoices within strict deadlines; ensure compliance with Accounting and VAT regulations as well as school policies and contractual obligations.

• Monitor and reconcile data between finance, admissions, and student databases to ensure billing integrity.

• Prepare and maintain accurate audit trails for all transactions.

Collections and Customer Relations

• Manage the collection of fees and ensure that payments are received in line with the School’s terms and conditions.

• Communicate effectively and empathetically with parents, companies, and sponsors regarding outstanding balances.

• Negotiate payment plans where appropriate, maintaining professionalism and discretion when dealing with sensitive personal circumstances.

• Work collaboratively with the Finance Manager and Director of Finance & Operations to review overdue accounts and agree on next steps.

Reconciliation and Reporting

• Perform regular reconciliations between the fees ledger, bank accounts, and other sub-ledgers.

• Analyse billing and cash flow trends; prepare reports for management, auditors, and the Board as required.

• Produce insightful analytical reports on billing to assist in long-term financial planning.

• Support external audits and provide all necessary documentation related to fees and revenue.

Systems, Innovation, and Process Improvement

• Utilise financial systems effectively; identify opportunities to improve automation, reporting accuracy, and user experience.

• Contribute to digital transformation initiatives such as online payment platforms, automated invoicing, and data analytics tools.

• Ensure compliance with relevant UK financial, consumer, and data protection legislation, including GDPR, Consumer Credit Act, and HMRC guidelines.

• Maintain awareness of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations and apply appropriate due diligence when processing and verifying payments from individuals and organisations.

• Identify and escalate potential compliance or irregular payment concerns to the Director of Finance & Operations.

• Develop and document best practices and standard operating procedures to ensure efficiency and consistency.

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues across Finance, Admissions, Operations, and Academic departments.

• Provide support and training to other team members on billing processes and systems.

• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and customer service.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• A professional qualification in the accounting and finance field or equivalent.

• Substantive experience in an accounting, billing, or accounts receivable role.

• Proficiency with financial management systems (e.g. Business Central, iSAMS, Sage, or similar).

• Advanced Excel and data reconciliation skills.

• Strong understanding of financial controls and internal audit practices.

• Awareness of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) principles and responsibilities.

• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience in the education sector, particularly within an international or independent school.

• Familiarity with financial aid administration, bursaries, or corporate billing.

• Experience managing large account portfolios (500+ customers).

• Knowledge of UK accounting standards and charity finance compliance.

Key Competencies and Attributes

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Ensures precision and reliability across all financial processes.

• Technological Proficiency: Experienced with finance software, databases, and advanced Excel functions.

• Analytical Thinking: Able to interpret and reconcile complex financial data.

• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, with diplomacy and cultural sensitivity.

• Deadline Management: Works efficiently under pressure, meeting strict billing and reporting deadlines.

• Compliance Awareness: Understands financial, AML, and data protection responsibilities.

• Team Player: Collaborative, supportive, and approachable.

• Initiative and Innovation: Continuously looks for ways to improve processes and customer experience.