Would you like to join a dynamic team that is supporting a growing movement of communities that are building genuinely and permanently affordable homes? Do you thrive on being the person in a high performing team that ensures the things run like clockwork? Will you enjoy supporting  a small team with excellent financial acumen and organisational development?

We are seeking a finance and operations manager to cover our existing manger’s maternity leave for 14 months, allowing handover before and after the leave.

Community land trusts (CLTs) are a growing force for social good. They are set up and run by ordinary people to develop and manage homes as well as community shops, pubs and other assets that are important to that community. They aim to make sure the homes are permanently affordable, based on what people actually earn in their area.

As the Finance and Operations Manager you will play a key role in the senior team to ensure we are an effective, sustainable and thriving team. 

About the National CLT Network

National CLT Network is the national membership body for community land trusts established in 2010. We provide resources, training and advice for CLTs, and work with government, local authorities, lenders and funders to establish the best conditions for CLTs to grow and flourish.

We are a small, dedicated and ambitious team. Our strategy is to scale up the CLT movement and to develop our charity into a strong, viable and resilient social enterprise. We are also part of major partnerships to build up the infrastructure across the country for all forms of community led housing, and to scale up the CLT movement across North-West Europe.

Our successes have had the following impact:

• A rapid growth in CLTs from 30 in 2010 to over 300 in 2019;

• One in three local authorities providing some kind of support to CLTs in their area;

• 935 homes built by CLTs with another 16,600 community led homes in the pipeline.

About the role

Working closely with our small, dynamic and ambitious team, this role will work at a senior level to ensure the National CLT Network is well run, has a positive working culture and appropriate and sustainable resources to meet our strategic aims and thrive as an organisation. 

Working  with the co-chief executives and administrator you will be instrumental in ensuring that the organisation runs smoothly, that we have sustainable finances and that we are fostering staff well being and engagement, all of which will be key to our ongoing development and success. 

The challenges and opportunities for this role in the coming year include:

• Working with our accountant to oversee the external audit of 2019-20

• Reviewing our trading arrangements, exploring the possibility of setting up a trading arm

• Working with the co-chief-executives to develop income-generating member services

• Inputting and supporting the trustees with a governance review

• Researching and implementing gift aid to boost individual donations

• Benchmarking and producing a method of reviewing staff engagement and wellbeing

A full job description is included in the job pack available from our website.

About you

In order to achieve the National CLT Network’s vision and goals the Network needs a senior manager who will bring finance and organisational skills. We are looking for a steady pair of hands to continue the work of our current manager. 

We are looking for an experienced finance manager with senior experience and good working knowledge of the charity finance. As you will be running human resources, recruitment and coordinating our membership services we’d like to see experience in a similar role in a small charity, social enterprise or membership organisation.

You will have strong leadership and management skills with experience of motivating others; the ability to think clearly and strategically with strong analytical skills and a high attention to detail. You will possess sound judgment and integrity. You will also feel strongly about the importance of community development, social justice and the difference that CLTs can make. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation. Whatever your motivations the National CLT Network would like to hear from you. Particularly if you enjoy a variety of tasks and challenges and have a passion for getting things done! 

Details

The role is for a fixed term 14 month post desired start date being 1st April to cover our existing manager’s maternity leave. The role is part time: 4 days/28 hours a week, the working pattern is negotiable (the current post holder works 9am - 5pm, Monday to Thursday with a one hour lunch break).

The salary is £30,980 - £35,640 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience (£38,725 - £44,550 FTE)

Benefits include 30 days annual leave + bank holidays, a generous employer match scheme for pension contributions, healthcare and a personal training budget. Full terms and conditions available in the job pack.

How to Apply

Please download the application form and candidate job pack which contains a full outline of the role and full instructions on how to apply available from our website.

Deadline for applications 10am Monday 3rd February 2020 10am 

Project & Claims Administrator/Administrator (Full time, excellent Pension Scheme)

Salary: £26,000 pa full time

We are Seeking a highly efficient, Project & Claims Administrator/Administrator to join our small professional team.  You must have excellent communication skills, be thorough and accurate, be able to multi-task, remain calm under pressure and add to our team dynamics.  You must possess a range of administrative skills including good numeracy and IT skills.

Good interpersonal and teamwork skills are essential as is a sense of humour and the ability to excercise tact, diplomacy and sensitivity.

For this varied role, ideally you will have experience of processing grant claims and invoices and have general administration skills.  However, training will be given to the right candidate.

An application pack is available from Sarah Bogati

Closing date for application is: 5.00 pm on Friday 31 January 2020

Interviews and assessment:  Friday 7 February 2020

Head of Finance and Resources [Part Time – 3 days per week equivalent] with 2 days a week regular and additional days according to accounting timetable demands.

Salary: £34,788- £37,849 [pro-rata, and dependent on experience]

Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

PURPOSE OF JOB: The Head of Finance and Resources is responsible for providing the accounting and financial management, facility management and HR support throughout the organisation.

You will be part of the senior management team, working with the Chief Executive advising and developing the financial strategy, modelling new projects, preparing budgets and reporting on financial performance.  You will actively contribute to the overall future strategic direction of the charity.

You will also be responsible for the HR and administration teams providing support to Senior Management, ensuring Age UK Lambeth complies with HR legislation, and support the facilities and office support function across the business.

You will be directly responsible for the management of the Fundraising Manager, Finance Assistant, HR & Admin lead and a small team of Administrators.

This job description does not provide an exhaustive list of tasks and activities but gives an indication of the scope of the role and main areas of work.

Benefit:Contributory pension scheme; employee 5% & employer 7%

Endeavour is on a journey of development under our new CEO and is looking for a senior finance person with wider business skills to join the senior leadership team and aid in the growth of this exciting Youth Charity. Seeking a fully or part qualified professional who demonstrates extensive financial expertise & business acumen and experience in a leadership role. We are looking for the right person as well as the right skills and experience and hope that this person is someone who can grow and develop with the role as the organisation rebuilds for the future.

Role

To provide financial management of Endeavour’s resources, and ensure all financial legislative requirements are met.

To be an active member of the Senior Management team with responsibility for driving forward the strategic and operational performance of the organisation.

Duties

• To develop & maintain Endeavour’s financial management and accounting systems in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation.
• To oversee the smooth running of daily financial processing, including invoicing, banking and payroll
• To prepare annual accounts and the associated documentation according to Charity and Company law for Endeavour and its trading subsidiary, and liaise with external auditors.
• To ensure the CEO and Board are aware of current legislation and best practice, particularly relating to Charity and SORP regulations.
• To report to the Board regularly on the financial performance of the organisation and to attend the Board of Trustees meetings.
• The forecasting and modelling of short, medium and long term resources, risks and opportunities.
• To complete and submit all appropriate financial returns (e.g. HMRC, Charities Commission, Companies House etc.) as and when required.
• To be responsible for the production of management accounts, cash flows and financial reports, including those requested by funding bodies.
• To manage the day-to-day activities and ongoing development of the Finance Officer.
• To prepare the financial elements of funding bids, and contribute to other elements as appropriate including reporitng and evidencing of spend.
• To ensure Endeavour maximises its income by promoting Giftaid, and applying Charity VAT reliefs where appropriate.
• To increase financial awareness within the organisation and develop financial and budgeting skills of colleagues.
• To work closely with other members of the senior management team to ensure all activities are aligned with Endeavour’s organisational goals and mission.
• To act as Company Secretary and ensure all legislative requirements of Companies House and the Charity Commission are adhered to.
• Attend staff meetings and other meetings as appropriately required.
• Adhere to protocols for safe working, data protection and confidentiality requirements.
• Take an active part in the runing and development of the organisation as part of the Senior Managemnt Team
• Carry out any other reasonable duties within the function commensurate with the level of responsibilities of the post

Qualifications and Experience:

• The ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure, prioritising workload to achieve deadlines
• Knowledge of financial processes and procedures, including budgeting, cash flows and production of management accounts
• Knowledge of Charity financial reporting requirements and legislation, including SORP requirements, Giftaid and charity VAT reliefs
• Experience of producing Annual Accounts and returns for Companies House and the Charity Commission.
• Experience of payroll processing, including auto-enrolment pensions
• Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA), industry with ideally some charity experience,
• Senior management and leadership experience, ideally a minimum of three years
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Understanding and management of risks and issues
• Development of robust strategic development plans
• Empathy with the needs of young people and, ideally, experience of working in or with the voluntary sector
• Experience of promoting equality of opportunity in the workplace
• Clean driving licence

Skills:

• Strong financial planning, forecasting and modelling skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a broad range of stakeholders including auditors and Board members
• Being able to envision a strategic overview beyond financial considerations
• Ability to determine priorities and targets and how to achieve them
• Resilience, tenacity and strong influencing skills
• Excellent collaborative worker
• Self-starter, able to work alone
• Confident user of Excel, Word and accounting and banking software
• Understanding of the needs and working practices of differing organisations

• A flexible approach to work including willingness to take on tasks outside the normal remit
• A positive “can do” attitude

Management Accountant

An exciting opportunity for a part qualified management accountant has arisen at one of London’s fastest growing museums. A commercially minded and forward organisation, this role will suit someone who has experience in both the charity or art sector and commercial organisations. If you are a part qualified finance professional, with an interest in museums and art, this could be the right role for you! Would you enjoy management accounting at a commercially minded charity where you can see the impact of the numbers you are working with on a daily basis?

The responsibilities for this role include creating the monthly management packs by liaising with mid-level and senior stakeholders across the organisation, working with budget holders on their accruals, deferments and budgets, supporting the Head of Finance as necessary. You will sit as part of a fairly small finance team, so will be able to work outside your job description, gaining exposure to a range of charitable financial activities.

Requirements:

• You must have at least 2 years management accounting experience, with exposure to the full pack and ideally have written or produced commentary
• You will be part qualified, with the desire to qualify in the next few years (there will be opportunities to work outside your job description on other exciting projects)
• You have worked with accruals, deferments and journals, and are able to apply your technical knowledge in ways that are easily understandable to non-finance professionals
• You will be articulate, emotionally intelligent and bright, with excellent attention to detail and organisation skills

Benefits:

• Study support including 5 extra days leave a year and money towards your studies
• Salary of £35,000 to £38,000 per annum
• Working in a close knit, friendly team in an artistic and expressive space

If you are interested in this role, please apply or get in touch with Emma at Allen Lane to find out more.

Financial Accountant with Study Support

A large charity are looking for a technically gifted financial accountant to support the programmes they deliver. Are you a part qualified accountant, familiar with the nuances of charity accounting?

The requirements for this role include:

• Familiarity with Charity SORP
• Advanced excel skills (including VLookups, Pivot tables and ideally macros)
• Experience of working within the finance function of a charity or non profit organisation

In this role you will utilise your high level of technical finance skill to further the charitable activities of this well known organisation. The finance team is large and in the medium term, there will be opportunities for progression and job advancement.

Benefits for the role include:

• An annual salary of £35,000 - £42,000 depending on experience
• Study support as you complete your accountancy qualifications
• Cycle to work scheme

Mentoring scheme matching qualified individuals within the organisation to those actively studying

If you are interested in this role, please apply with an up to date CV to be considered.

Greenwich Hospital is a unique 325 year old Crown Charity. The Hospital provides charitable support including annuities, sheltered housing and education to serving and retired personnel of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines and their dependants. We also are the parent organisation for the Royal Hospital School, a high quality co-educational boarding school in Suffolk. The Hospital’s income comes from a £260m property portfolio based in Greenwich London, Suffolk and Northumberland and a £100m financial investment portfolio.

We are looking for a driven and forward thinking Director of Finance to join the organisation during an exciting time of change, as we challenge ourselves to dramatically increase the level of funding available for charitable causes and look to modernise our structure.

As the new Director of Finance you will be central to the delivery of our vision, working closely with the Chief Executive Officer to support the design and implementation of our new strategy. You will help to ensure that our funds are managed properly and securely, and to the best effect. You will make sure that our financial management is up to the high standards expected; and that funding is available for both property development and charitable purposes. You will help to modernise our operations to deliver the support to the naval sector that they need during a time of great change and challenge. 

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant, and will need to demonstrate:

• Proven experience in a leadership role;
• Experience at Board level and ability to work in collaboration with Trustees and colleagues;
• Understanding and experience of strategic risk management, finance audit and internal controls

This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual.  We are seeking a confident, dynamic and engaging individual with excellent communication skills and confidence to operate at the highest levels. Not-for-Profit, property and government-regulatory experience would each be an advantage, more so if the experience is in more than one sector. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual.  Please see the job description for a fuller list of responsibilities. If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role we very much look forward to hearing from you. 

Please submit your CV, with a supporting statement describing why you would be the best person to join this team and make Greenwich Hospital the best it can be. 

Our partner is an international development organisation who aims to deliver transformation through their educational programmes. They are seeking a committed individual to be their new Head of Finance and oversee the financial function of their London operations.

This role will be responsible for:

• Planning and budgeting as well as reporting and financial analysis of the organisation's operations.

• Financial control.

• Evaluating and if necessry amending finanical systems in line with organsational procedure.

• Communication all financial information to Executive members.

• Developing future financial strategies for the organisation.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience managing financial operations.

• Forecasting and budgeting experience.

• Experience of delivering transformation projects.

• Previous experience of donor relationships and report writing. 

ROLE: Senior Commercial Finance Manager

SALARY: Band 8b £59,083 - £67,760*

LOCATION: Tower Hill (Central London)

SECTOR: Public Sector, Healthcare

HOURS: 37.5 hours per week

TYPE: Full-time, Permanent

*inclusive of HCAS

A career opportunity has arisen for a Senior Commercial Finance Manager to join the Trust’s Commercial and Business Development team.

Barts Health NHS Trust is the largest NHS Trust in England and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers. The Trust is comprised of five hospitals, employs over 16,000 staff and serves approximately 2.5 million people living in East London.

The Trust has a diverse range of specialisms and is the home of the largest cardiovascular centre in the UK, the second largest cancer centre in London, an internationally-renowned trauma team, and the home of the London Air Ambulance. They also house one of the largest children’s hospitals in the UK, a major dental hospital, leading stroke and renal units as well as rehabilitation, mental health and community services. This is a truly dynamic and innovative Trust to be a part of with many exciting initiatives for the future.

Senior Commercial Finance Manager Duties and Responsibilities:

The Senior Commercial Finance Manager is responsible for supporting the Commercial and Business Development Director in the development of the Trust’s Commercial Strategy.  This is an excellent opportuning to directly contribute to the growth in the Trust’s commercial income, to support implementation and lead financial analysis of the commercial team’s strategic plans.

Some of the key duties include:

• Collaborating with the team to develop and track sophisticated financial models and business cases whilst also identifying commercial opportunities for the Trust
• Leading financial analysis in projects and business planning
• Designing and presenting financial documents and models for review at Strategic and Board meetings
• Building strong customer focused relationships with the Trust Commercial team’s stakeholders including site management teams and corporate departments
• Ensuring the highest possible level of commercial financial support to help ensure commercial income opportunities are maximized
• Providing financial advice to the Commercial and Business Development Director and making significant and identifiable financial income contributions to the Trust’s commercial efforts

Senior Commercial Finance Manager Person Specification:

This person will be educated to degree level (or equivalent) and be either a qualified accountant or have post graduate qualifications in finance and/or economics. The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong background in financial modelling and producing business cases, with a skillset in analysing complex detailed financial reports and the ability to interpret and make decisions where there is no obvious solution. Strong communication skills are essential in this role as this person will need to build strong relationships with non-finance managers, clinicians and the wider team. We are looking for people who are motivated, proactive and focused to make a success of this role. 

Barts Health NHS Trust’s WeCare Values include:

WELCOMING, ENGAGING, COLLABORATIVE, ACCOUNTABLE, RESPECTFUL and EQUITABLE. It is important that this person’s values are in line with these expectations and that they are able to converse well and work with people at all levels of the organisation.

Your salary and benefits:

• Band 8b £59,083 - £67,760*(*inclusive of HCAS)

• 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (holiday entitlement raises to 33 days with service)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Excellent training, learning and development opportunities
• Generous pension scheme (including 20.68% employer contribution and a tiered system of employee contribution depending on your salary from 5% to 14.5%).
• A comprehensive staff health and well-being programme
• Discounted corporate gym membership
• Health services discounts (retail, holidays, entertainment and restaurants)
• Season ticket loan, car loan scheme and cycle to work scheme

HOW TO APPLY AND CLOSING DATE:

To apply please send your CV and cover letter to Brooke Cooper at Allen Lane before midnight on Friday 7th February.

Early applications are strongly encouraged and if you are successfully shortlisted, interviews will follow shortly after. If you would like to find out more information before applying please contact Brooke Cooper at Allen Lane.

Interserve is committed to working cross culturally amongst the peoples of Asia and the Arab World; to see lives and communities transformed through encounter with Jesus Christ.

We are looking for a personable Finance Professional who will ensure the efficient and effective handling of daily finance processes.  You will; 

• Process and account for all supplier invoices and payments, including quarterly project transmissions.

• Complete the accounting for Stewardship remittances and vouchers 

• Perform daily account reconciliations for bank accounts, Secure Trading, PayPal and Stewardship accounts. 

• Complete various office and supporter database tasks as well as taking donations over the telephone from supporters 

• Play a vital role in the month end and year end processes. 

This is a busy but rewarding environment, which offers an excellent opportunity to become involved in and develop a range of financial skills and experience. 

You will need to have a passion for Interserve’s vision and mission as well as at least 2 years experience in a finance role. Experience of using an accounting system and excellent administration and communication skills are essential.

You should also possess an excellent standard of numeracy as well as accuracy with detailed spreadsheets. You should be able to work independently and as part of the Finance Team.

Salary is £19,887 for 4 days per week (£24,858 FTE).  The location will be at our new Birmingham National Office, B8 postcode. 

Interviews will take place on 19th February in Birmingham.

For further information and to complete a short application form, please visit our website 

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

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Harris Hill are recruiting for a Director of Finance and Resources for this education charity based near Oxford.

You will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer, managing a team of 6 to provide strategic financial leadership, ensuring that the financial management of the charity complies with best industry standards and ensuring that it complies with all relevant tax and VAT legislation and all statutory requirements on financial reporting.

You will be a Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a proven ability to work confidently at Board level. Have energy, drive and a positive attitude that motivates others.

This is an exciting role aligning resources to strategy, ensuring resources are focused in the areas of greatest need.

The position covers a wide range of skills involving the following:

* Financial Management - Ensure the charity has the systems and experience to use timely financial management information to inform decision-making at all levels of the organization.
* To be accountable for the effective day to day functioning of the Finance and IT departments through effective management
* Review, scope and implement new methods/systems of information management and reporting to deliver improvements to the way financial information is processed and reported.
* Actively contribute towards the goals of the organisation as a member of the leadership team
* Lead the production and development of the departmental budget and plan as part of the annual business plan
* Produce the annual statutory report and financial statements for the group
* Perform Company Secretarial role ensuring compliance with Company and Charity law.
* Ensure systems are in place to report against organisational KPI's and report KPI's on a monthly basis and as required
* Support the production of organisational funding bids and financial monitoring of funding contracts
* Oversight of the IT function ensuring that organisational IT resources are focused in the right areas and are effectively managed
* Oversight and management of the organisations lease and licence contracts, ensuring best value of use of organisational resources

Location: Near Oxford
Salary 55,000pa - 65,000pa

Are you available on the interim market looking for a new opportunity in London?

Do you want to work for an organisation that transform lives?

Robertson Bell Finance are currently supporting a brand name organisation in London in the search for an experienced interim Assistant Management Accountant, to join the team on a 3 month basis whilst they go through a permanent recruitment round.

Working closely with the Head of Management Accountants, you will provide vital support in the completion of monthly management accounts to enable the business partners to make strategic decisions.

As the interim Assistant Management Accountant, you will;

• Assist with the timely production of management accounts.
• Calculate and post month end journals, including prepayments and accruals.
• Prepare accurate account reconciliations
• Investigate and explain budget variances to budget holders
• Support the Finance Business Partner with budget planning and forecasting

We are looking for a part qualified or finalist CIMA / ACCA accountant, with experience in an assistant management accountant role. You will have a background working within a finance team, ideally within the charity sector. You must be able to demonstrate experience of management reporting and producing budgets and forecasts, including variance analysis. Excellent communications skills both written and verbal are essential.

This is an interim role and applications will therefore be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Junior Finance Business Partner with Study Support

Are you a part qualified finance professional, keen to work in the arts? Do you enjoy engaging with a range of stakeholders on large scale projects? Do you have the core aspects of a management accounting role under your belt and are ready to take the next step?

Requirements:

• You will be part qualified, with the desire to qualify in the next few years (the plan for this role is that you will take on more responsibility as you are ready to)
• You must have at least 2 years management accounting experience, with exposure to the full pack and ideally have written or produced commentary
• You have worked with Accruals, deferments and journals, and are able to apply your technical knowledge in ways that are easily understandable to non-finance professionals
• You will be articulate, emotionally intelligent and bright, with excellent attention to detail and organisation skills

The responsibilities for this role include creating the monthly management packs by liaising with mid-level and senior stakeholders across the organisation, working with budget holders on their accruals, deferments and budgets, supporting the Head of Finance as necessary. You will sit as part of a fairly small finance team, so will be able to work outside your job description, gaining exposure to a range of charitable financial activities.

In the medium term, this wonderful arts charity are looking to grow, so there is the potential to have a junior person to mentor with daily activities.

Benefits:

• Study support including 5 extra days leave a year and money towards your studies
• Salary of £35,000 to £38,000 per annum
• Working in a close knit, friendly team in an artistic and expressive space

If you are interested in this role, please apply or get in touch with Emma at Allen Lane to find out more.

One of the international charities based in Central London are looking for a Finance Planning and Analyst to join their diverse team.

This is a 6-7 month contract role and the client would like the selected candidate to join them in February 2020. Therefore, the candidates available immediately or on a short notice period will only be contacted for this role.

The salary being offered for this role is £46,000 per annum.

Candidates from commercial sector are welcome to apply for this role as well.

Some of your key duties are:
- Workout trends / financial planning
- Critically review, analyse and challenge budget/forecast submissions
- Building Financial models
- Prepare the statutory accounts and represent finance on the Trustees Annual Report working group
- Ability to Business Partner with budget holders and work with the two Finance Business Partners

Key skills required:
- CCAB Qualified Accountants or working towards a recognised finance qualification
- Very strong FP&A experience
- Ability to work within a strong team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Candidates applying for this role will be invited for an interview on 27th January 2020.

If you are interested in this role, please apply immediately with a copy of your CV.