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Job Summary
To manage and ensure control of the funding, financial and corporate resources of the Charity to ensure a financially secure service, delivering value for money.
Work with the Co-Directors to advise and develop the financial strategy, model new projects, prepare annual and project budgets, and report on financial performance, contributing to the overall future strategic direction of the Charity.
Manage the day-to-day finances for the Charity. Ensure all aspects of the financial systems are accurate and up to date, including banking, sales and purchase ledgers, payroll and cash management.
The postholder is expected to foster excellent working relationships with all staff, volunteers, senior colleagues and trustees.
The postholder will be expected to attend the following meeting groups:
Monthly All Staff: regular attendance
GDPR/Data Working Group
Finance and Income Generation (FING) Committee Meetings
Responsibilities to and attendance at all other meetings: attendance only as and when required and/or at the direction of the Co-Directors
Key Responsibilities
Supervision and management of Senior Finance & Admin Officer (SFAO)
Day to Day Financial Management
Provision of accurate reports to Board and senior managers
Payroll, Pensions, and Tax Management overview and control
Budget Process Management
Statutory Reporting & Charity compliance
Account Management – Key Suppliers/Contractors
Financial Risk Management
Governance support to FING Committee and Trustees
Core External Relationships
Payroll Provider
TPT Pensions
HMRC
All Banks
Charity Commission
Companies House
Charity Auditors
IT Contractor & Insurers
Day to Day Financial Management
Regularly review and maintain financial policies and procedures.
Review the monthly reconciliations carried out by the SFAO thereby ensuring all transactions are properly and efficiently recorded.
Oversee the management and appropriate allocation of Restricted Funds, ensuring the monies are allocated according to the donor’s wishes and ensure that records are always maintained
Regularly review and make recommendations for improvements to financial controls and ensuring methods are documented and made clear to staff.
Support with funding bids and reports back to donors
Management of all charity bank accounts, acting as authorised signatory with Banks
Payroll, Pensions and Tax Management
Supervise the payroll process carried out by SFAO
Responsible for the effective management Charity’s Pension Scheme
Ensure payments to HMRC are made accurately and on time, and ensure all available allowances are claimed.
Budget Process Management
Take the lead on preparing the Annual Budget, working closely with SLT to capture all spending plans Develop and run a process which is thorough, consistent and inclusive of all managers.
Alongside the Co-Director, present the Draft Budget to Board for approval
Present monthly management accounts and Cost Centre reports for all managers
Work closely with all SLT to ensure they fully understand their budgets and ongoing organisational performance against budget
Monitor variations against spend and integrate within an overall Cashflow analysis
Recommend corrective actions to Co- Directors and/or Board as necessary
Statutory Reporting & Charity compliance
Act as lead member of staff with the Charity’s Auditors
Oversee the preparation of the Annual Accounts plus any supporting papers required to enable an efficient and effective annual audit to take place
Maintain fixed asset register and inventory of all equipment contracts/agreements
Ensure the Charity is fully compliant with statutory bodies and key external institutions, and act as lead on behalf of the charity with the following bodies:
Charity Commission
Companies House
Pensions Regulator
HMRC
Valuation Office
All Banks
Account Management – Key Suppliers/Contractors
Insurance
Take the lead in managing the insurance renewals process, and ensure that a comprehensive suite of insurances is in place to cover key risks across the Charity
Financial Risk Management
Ensure appropriate financial risk management techniques and controls are in place at strategic and operational levels.
Develop, update and produce long term cashflow forecasts to evidence that the Charity can operate as a going concern.
Provide up-to-date dashboards and reports of the financial position, projections and scenarios, considering the financial implications of alternative business models, advice on new and current business income generation initiatives and analysis of financial risk and performance.
Work with the Co-Directors, to ensure that the appropriate processes are in place for the long-term financial viability of the charity, advising on the financial consequences of proposed actions
Governance support to FING Committee and Trustees
Assist the Chair of FING Committee (Treasurer)
Prepare all associated papers and minutes
Prepare finance papers for Treasurer to deliver to Board of Trustees
Attend Board of Trustees meetings and present information as requested
General
Postholder to adhere to their relevant Code of Ethics as laid down by their professional body, being mindful that adherence to the code takes precedence over charity policy and practice should a conflict ever arise. [NB Sections A + C of the current professional code are applicable.]
Keep abreast of financial developments across the charity sector and ensure any opportunities for tax reliefs, cost reduction, value for money and more effective systems are seized as appropriate.
Undertake any other duties as determined by the Co-Directors.
Personal Specification
Personally committed to Caring in Bristol’s vision and values and collaboration-focused method of work.
Committed to reflection and learning, including sharing failures and uncertainties; openly taking feedback from the team and members of the community on your behaviour and work.
Bring ideas for improvements and is open and honest in all communications where relevant and appropriate.
Awareness of your own needs: the homelessness sector can be challenging – you will be good at knowing your limits under pressure and will be confident to ask for help when you need it. You will receive support from your team, and we are keen to nurture an environment where no-one feels worried about asking for help or support when they need it.
Resilience working under pressure, ability, and willingness to both give and take constructive feedback.
Willingness to work the extra hours where needed, with a flexible working policy.
Growing levels of self-awareness, including an understanding of how your background has shaped the opportunities afforded to you and how you relate to people from different backgrounds to you.
Willing to develop emotional intelligence, including a growing ability to empathise with and appreciate others, creating opportunities for those you work with to grow.
A passion for social justice and to change Bristol for the better.
Essential
Minimum part qualified accountant or qualified by experience with strong financial management experience, with an ability to understand the practical impact of finance decisions and processes across the whole charity.
Specialist knowledge of Charities required, including Charity SORP guidance and procedures, underpinned by strong theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Ability to work with the Co-directors to lead the formulation of long-term financial plans and strategies which will influence the long-term direction of the charity.
Experience in developing major finance policy development.
Experience in budgeting and financial planning.
Experience in management accounting.
Ability to receive, process and provide highly complex or sensitive financial information including ability to analyse and clearly communicate financial information.
Strong IT skills including the Microsoft Office suite, in particular Excel, and experience of using databases.
Solid organisational skills including consistency, accuracy, and an eye for detail.
Experience of line management and supporting and developing staff.
Knowledge and understanding of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion practices.
Desirable
Experience in using QuickBooks accounting software is desirable or transferrable knowledge of similar online accounting packages.
To apply for this role, please complete the Caring in Bristol application form.
This job advert closes on 12 July and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive enough suitable applicants.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid, one day a week in the London office (Borough)
Salary: £75,000-80,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time role - Spinal Research operate a 4-day/32 hour week
Spinal Research is seeking an exceptional Director of Research & Innovation to help shape the future of spinal cord injury research. The organisation exists to fund the research that will cure paralysis. This appointment comes at a pivotal stage as scientific advances in spinal stimulation, neurotechnology and rehabilitation move closer to real-world application, bringing renewed hope to people living with paralysis.
For over 40 years, Spinal Research has been the UK's leading charity dedicated to funding medical research into spinal cord injury, moving the global conversation from "if" paralysis can be treated to "when". With the first function-restoring therapies designed and licensed for spinal cord injuries now becoming available in the UK, this position will directly drive the next chapter of the charity's mission.
Reporting to the CEO and joining the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Research & Innovation will play a central role in reviewing, influencing and driving forward our established scientific and innovation strategy. The successful candidate will lead a diverse portfolio spanning discovery science, translational research, clinical development and neurotechnology, ensuring investment decisions are guided by strong scientific insight and a clear view of patient impact.
Crucially, the role involves building meaningful collaborations across academia, healthcare, industry and philanthropy to accelerate the delivery of treatments. The Director will also lead the establishment of a new Scientific Advisory function, recruiting world-class experts to guide the portfolio, while collaborating with fundraising and communications teams to bring scientific insights to life for major donors.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing complex research programmes and navigating the wider life sciences ecosystem. This position demands the ability to critically appraise scientific data, translate it into compelling narratives for non-specialist audiences, and collaboratively drive promising ideas into tangible patient outcomes.
For a leader with the strategic ambition and the drive to play a central role in turning scientific progress into life-changing reality, this role offers an extraordinary platform to help cure paralysis.
Please click through for the full Candidate Pack and details of how to apply.
Closing date: 9am, Friday 10 July
Multimedia Producer: Brand & Content role
Level: Senior Officer
Line Management: None
Reporting to: Head of Communications
Contract type/length: 2-year contract, renewable
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Location: Remote (UTC-4 to UTC+5) (with some international travel for events)
Candidates must be located within ±4 hours of the UK timezone (GMT/BST) to ensure sufficient team crossover.
Closing date: 9am (UK time) on Monday 13th July.
The Opportunity
Join United for Global Mental Health as our Multimedia Producer and help drive the global mental health agenda forward. In this new role, you will be the bridge between our evidence-led policy work and what our key audiences see and feel, by crafting content that influences and moves them. You will lead the creation of bold, professional-grade multimedia assets that amplify our advocacy and help to secure funding. If you are a creative storyteller driven to make mental health advocacy unforgettable, we want to hear from you.
About Us
United for Global Mental Health is dedicated to creating a world that enables good mental health for all. We draw on our expertise in policy, advocacy, and financing to work with organisations who share our commitment to driving mental health up the political agenda - and securing additional funding for mental health at national and global level. We founded and act as the secretariat for the Global Mental Health Action Network, an open coalition of mental health professionals of over 10,000 individuals and organisations across 170 countries.
About You
This is a high-impact role designed to serve as UnitedGMH’s and GMHAN’s in-house creative engine. Following the development of our new Communications Strategy, this position will focus on producing bold multimedia content. You will be responsible for elevating the visual identity of the organisation, ensuring that our evidence-led advocacy is translated into world-class video, data visualisation, and graphic design that captures the attention of global decision-makers, advocates and donors.
Key Responsibilities
1. High-End Video & Audio Production
Signature Podcast: Lead the end-to-end production of the new UnitedGMH ‘podcast clips’ always-on product, including recording, editing, and the creation of high-quality "social-first" video clips.
Staff Commentary and Thematic Films: Coach and directly film UnitedGMH experts and partners to produce professional, timely commentary and thematic films that cement our reputation as sector leaders.
Field Storytelling: Capture and edit evergreen Global Mental Health Action Network (GMHAN) member stories and policy case studies during global advocacy moments (e.g., World Health Assembly, UN General Assembly) to build a powerful library of movement-building content.
2. Graphic Design & Data Visualisation
Evidence Translation: Work closely with policy leads to turn complex data into bold visualisations that make mental health statistics instantly understandable and moving.
Brand Guardianship: Act as the lead designer for UnitedGMH assets, including reports, to ensure digital assets consistently meet a "memorable thought leader" standard. This role requires a high-quality design track record utilising professional design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite); we are seeking an original creator, not a ‘Canva designer’.
Donor Communications: Create bespoke, high-quality creative assets for major donor and partnership moments (e.g., Wellcome, Pinterest, lululemon).
3. Digital Growth & Website Optics
Always-On Paid Ads: Design, test, and deliver creative assets for "always-on" paid advertising campaigns across platforms such as Meta and LinkedIn to drive GMHAN network growth, advocacy awareness, and donor prospecting.
Website Upheaval: Lead on the visual "optics" and user experience (UX) of the UnitedGMH website, ensuring it functions as a high-performing advocacy hub.
Channel Innovation: Support the Comms Officer and Comms Advisor in creating visually engaging content for the workstreams they deliver.
Competencies & Skills
Nice to have
Unfortunately, we are not able to recruit team members in the following countries/regions: Afghanistan, Belarus, Central African Republic, Cuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Myanmar (Burma), North Korea, Russia, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine (specifically the occupied regions of Crimea, Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk, and Zaporizhzhya), Venezuela, Yemen, and Zimbabwe.
For non-UK candidates: Please note that you would be hired via Deel as an Employer of Record.
Interviews:
Interviews will be conducted remotely. There will be 2 interview rounds and a task to complete.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit your cover letter, outlining how you meet the responsibilities and candidate profile, and a CV, via the Charity Job site.