Finance and governance manager jobs
Lawrence Batley Theatre, located in Huddersfield, presents a wide-ranging year-round programme of in-house and visiting productions, from drama to comedy, contemporary dance to musical theatre, circus and pantomime. We believe in the power of live performance to bring people together, spark imagination, and strengthen communities. We bring world-class shows to audiences on their doorstep, champion outstanding home-grown talent, and provide a welcoming space for everyone in our community.
Lawrence Batley Theatre is run by a passionate team of arts professionals, volunteers and freelance artists, supported by a committed board of trustees. From front of house to backstage, we are united by a shared belief in the following values:
- We make an impact - What we do makes a difference to people’s lives every day.
- We are proud - We are a theatre with a heart and we are proud of our people and our place.
- We are creative - We are imaginative and we have a creative approach to everything.
- We are inclusive - Everyone belongs here. No matter their age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or personal circumstance.
- We have integrity - We are trustworthy and honest. We strive to be an ethical and sustainable organisation. We do the right thing.
The Head of Finance is a full-time, on-site/hybrid role based at Lawrence Batley Theatre in Huddersfield. The role will lead robust financial governance, reporting and risk management frameworks that ensure probity, transparency and compliance, while enabling confident, informed decision-making. The Head of Finance will work collaboratively across the organisation to develop and monitor business planning, financial strategy and resource allocation; supporting artistic ambition, operational delivery and long-term financial sustainability, and ensuring the highest standards of delivery against agreed targets.
Personal Attributes
• At least 2 years’ experience in a senior finance or financial management role.
• Experience of managing budgets, forecasts and financial reporting.
• Experience of preparing or overseeing statutory accounts and working with auditors.
• Understanding of financial governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good IT skills and experience using financial systems.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and to the values of Lawrence Batley Theatre.
Application Deadline: Thu 5 March, 12noon.
Interviews: Thu 26 March
Salary: Up to £37,000 per annum dependant on experience.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Hours are flexible and usually fall between 8am and 6pm, with occasional evening work (4 to 6 times annually) required to support Board and the Board’s Finance sub-committee meetings. No overtime is payable but time off in lieu may be taken with agreement of line manager.
Holidays: Annual holiday entitlement is 20 days per year plus bank holiday entitlement. This increases to 25 days per year after the first year’s service.
For more information please download the recruitment pack, and to apply send in your completed application form and an equality monitoring form to the addresses found on the form by Thu 5 March at 12noon.
We make magic happen. We champion outstanding home-grown talent. We bring world class shows to Huddersfield We are a welcoming place for our community
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Management Accountant
Location: Longfield Hospice, Minchinhampton, Stroud, Gloucestershire
Salary: £45,000 per annum FTE
Contract Type: From 30 to 37.5 hours per week, pro rata, permanent role. Can be flexible on working pattern
Closing Date: 20 February 2026. The closing date may be earlier, depending upon the number of applicants.
About Us
Longfield Hospice provides compassionate, holistic care for people with a life-limiting illness, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. We offer a warm, supportive environment in their own home, where patients receive expert pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, and personalised care tailored to their needs and wishes.
Our hospice also extends their care to families and loved ones, offering guidance, and bereavement support to help them navigate a difficult and often overwhelming time. At its heart, hospice care aims to ensure that every person can live their final days with respect, comfort, and in peace.
About the Role
We’re seeking a Management Accountant to lead our Finance team and ensure the smooth running of financial operations across the organisation.
As Management Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate and timely management accounts, supporting financial decision-making, and ensuring compliance with charity-specific financial regulations. You’ll work closely with your line manager, Head of Financial Planning, to analyse financial performance and drive process improvements that enhance operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities of the Management Accountant role
- Provide day-to-day line management and oversee workload allocation within the Finance team.
- Maintain accurate records of income and expenditure in line with charity SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice). Training can be given.
- Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and relevant charity legislation.
- Ensure accurate preparation and timely submission of VAT returns, Payroll and associated taxes.
- Monitor Restricted and Unrestricted funds, ensuring appropriate allocation and reporting.
- Work with operational teams to provide information, support income generation and facilitate reporting.
About You
- Proven experience in management accounting and team supervision.
- Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and a willingness to learn charity-specific regulations.
- Proficient in financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style.
- Empathy with the aims of hospice provision.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a cause that truly matters. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values innovation, collaboration, and compassion. We offer a rewarding role where your work directly contributes to Longfield Hospice.
Benefits
Hybrid working;
Free parking;
Cycle to work scheme;
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP);
Purchase of Annual Leave Scheme;
Flexible working arrangements.
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Director of Finance and Commercial Services
Help shape the future of a values-led consultancy transforming public services.
GGi is a leading independent management consultancy dedicated to improving governance across public services, third-sector organisations and mission-driven entities. We work with boards and leaders of some of the UK’s most interesting public purpose organisations to deliver lasting societal impact, and we pride ourselves on our ethical approach, collaborative culture and commitment to better governance.
Our clients are making a big difference to people’s lives throughout the UK. They include the NHS, local authorities, charities, housing associations, sports and arts bodies, regulators and community interest companies. Our work is interesting and diverse, and we have built a values-driven team who enjoy the work we do. We are very committed to individual development and properly budget time for learning together. Have a look through our website and it will give you a picture of the work we do and the type of team we have put together.
Following significant growth in 2025, GGi is now scaling rapidly, with ambitions to double in size by 2028. We are seeking a Finance and Commercial Services Director to join our senior leadership team at a pivotal moment in our journey.
The opportunity
This is a newly created, senior leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Executive. You will take ownership of GGi’s four year business plan, commercial performance and operational insight, while leading the adoption of modern digital systems to support growth.
This role offers genuine influence, autonomy and variety. You will work closely with the CEO, Board and senior team to professionalise systems, improve visibility of performance and ensure the organisation scales in a financially robust, values-aligned way.
GGI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Key responsibilities
· Lead financial strategy, governance, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow
· Oversee outsourced finance operations and embed audit-ready processes
· Drive pricing strategy, commercial input to bids and margin improvement
· Develop KPIs and dashboards to support high performance and decision-making
· Lead adoption of a unified digital platform (finance, CRM, project tools)
· Provide clear insight to the Board on growth, risks and opportunities
About you
· Values driven professional with an interest in making a difference
· Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
· Senior finance leadership experience in consultancy, professional services or a mission-driven organisation
· Strong commercial, pricing and performance management skills
· Confident working with data, dashboards and financial models
· Interest in digital transformation and efficiency through technology
· Collaborative, ethical leadership style aligned with a flat structure
What we offer
· Salary: £80,000 plus generous company bonus
· Genuine work/life balance with remote working and regular in-person leadership meetings with occasional client travel
· Benefits: Contributory pension
· Impact: Opportunity to shape a growing consultancy with real social impact
· Culture: Supportive, learning, values-driven and collaborative
Closing date: 27 February 2026
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Robertson Bell is delighted to be exclusively partnering with Ibstock Place School in the search for a Head of Finance. Ibstock Place is a leading independent co-educational school known for its strong academic performance, inclusive ethos, and commitment to providing an outstanding educational environment.
With significant investment in facilities and a continued focus on operational excellence, the School is seeking a commercially minded finance leader to play a key role in supporting its long-term financial sustainability and strategic ambitions.
The Head of Finance is a senior leadership position, reporting to the Bursar and working closely with Governors and budget holders across the School. You will provide strategic and operational oversight of the finance function, ensuring robust financial management, high-quality reporting, and effective governance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and manage the finance team, including performance management, development, and succession planning.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, ensuring alignment with the School’s strategic priorities.
- Produce timely, insightful management information with clear narrative to support decision-making.
- Lead the preparation of statutory returns and annual accounts, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements.
- Manage the year-end process and act as the primary contact for external auditors.
- Maintain strong cash flow oversight and prepare accurate cash forecasts.
- Ensure effective financial controls, policies, and procedures are in place and continuously improved.
- Oversee the financial systems environment, ensuring it remains fit for purpose and fully utilised.
- Support and guide budget holders, promoting financial accountability across the School.
- Deputise for the Bursar on financial matters as required.
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a proactive, collaborative, and technically strong finance professional who can operate both strategically and hands-on.
Essential experience and attributes:
- A recognised professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Proven experience in a senior finance leadership or management role.
- Strong track record of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Experience working with Boards, Governors, or senior stakeholders.
- Excellent understanding of financial controls, compliance, and best practice.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams effectively.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
Desirable:
- Experience within education, charity, or not-for-profit environments.
Why Join Ibstock Place School?
- Opportunity to play a pivotal role in a respected and well-established independent school.
- Broad and varied remit with genuine influence across the organisation.
- Collaborative leadership team and strong organisational values.
- Chance to contribute to the continued development of facilities, services, and financial strategy.
Location & Working Pattern
The role is based on site at the School in Roehampton, South West London, with on-site presence expected to support close collaboration with stakeholders.
About us
The Lucy Faithfull Foundation (LFF) is a UK-wide charity that exists to prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation. We’re here for everyone who needs us. We protect children by working with people who pose a risk and diverting them from causing harm. We support individuals and families who have been affected by abuse. And we help professionals who work with families to create safer environments for children through delivering risk assessments, interventions, training and consultancy.
About the role and you
We are recruiting for a management accountant to work within our busy finance team at our Bromsgrove office.
You will be a professionally qualified accountant able to provide technical leadership as well as ongiong support to the Director of finance and coaching to the wider finance team. You will be a team player and have excellent attention to detail. You will need previous experience in management accounting as well as strong communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with non-finance staff. Previous sytems experience (Xledger preferred), as well as an excellent knowledge of Excel.
What you'll get from us
- hybrid working with 3 days in the office
- free car parking
- NEST pension
- 33 days' annual leave rising to 38 days (inclusive of statutory bank holidays) following qualifying period
- up to 5 days learning and development per year
- flu jabs
- eye tests
- season ticket loans
- charity discounts
- employee assistance programme
- option of Benenden medical cover
How to apply
To apply, please download the job pack and return your completed documents by Monday 9th March @9:00am. Stage 1 Teams interviews are scheduled to take place on Monday 23rd March with Stage 2 face to face intervidews scheduled to take place on Monday 30th March for shortlisted candidates.
Please note that only applications with all sections completed will be reviewed during shortlisting. We do not accept AI generated responses.
If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date you have been unsuccessful with your application. Please note the successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS check for this position.
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To prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation
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AfID seeking to recruit a Project Finance Manager to provide financial support to a large multi-million-dollar contract being delivered in Ukraine by an established and world respected NGO. The Project Finance Manager is responsible for providing financial support to the Project Accountant and expanding the Ukraine-based finance manager capacity. The primary aim is to ensure the project team can react to the requests from the project manager to deliver high-quality financial reports, budgets, underlying assumption narratives or reforecasts. It is important to understand the requirements, duties, and obligations of the contracts to ensure alignment and contractual compliance.
Job Responsibilities:
• Prepare budgets and reforecasts in line with
• Conduct regular budget reviews to ensure the project stays within the budget.
• Monitoring the implementation and performance of signed contracts with any variances being reported to the Project Manager with a spend-out plan.
• Ensue operational plans are reflected in the budget/reforecast.
• Prepare regular financial reports and statements for project stakeholders.
• Manage and oversee all financial transactions related to the project.
• Comply with all contract reporting requirements.
• Other administrative duties as and when required.
Requirements:
• QBE or a professional or part qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA etc )
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong numeracy and IT skills essential, and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience developing and monitoring budgets.
Desirable:
• Experience using ERP planning systems
Excellent travel support and in-country benefits including meals & secure accommodation.
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Finance Business Partner
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000
Permanent, Full-time
Hybrid working
Location: Harlow, Essex
A leading UK-based charitable organisation is seeking a qualified Finance Business Partner to play a key role in strengthening financial planning, reporting and performance insight across the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation focused on delivering measurable social impact and value for money.
Working closely with the Head of Finance and CFO, you will act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders, helping to embed best-in-class financial planning and reporting processes that support the delivery of the organisation’s strategic plan.
This role offers the opportunity to combine robust financial control with forward-looking analysis, enabling informed decision-making at the highest level.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Finance Business Partner will lead on budgeting, forecasting and management reporting, while driving continuous improvement in financial systems, analytics and performance measurement.
You will work collaboratively with budget holders and senior leaders to provide clear, insightful financial analysis that supports both operational performance and long-term strategic priorities. The organisation is investing in strengthening its analytics capability, and you will play a central role in developing dashboards, performance metrics and scenario modelling to enhance insight and impact measurement.
This role blends technical accounting expertise with strong stakeholder engagement and commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities
Budgeting and Forecasting
- Deliver a collaborative annual planning and budgeting process aligned to organisational strategy
- Lead reforecasting cycles and support scenario modelling to manage financial uncertainty
- Provide clear variance analysis and forward-looking financial insight
Management Reporting and Performance
- Produce timely and accurate monthly and quarterly management accounts
- Develop meaningful commentary, trend analysis and improvement recommendations
- Build and enhance financial performance metrics, including cost allocation methodologies and balanced scorecard reporting
- Contribute to the Annual Report and Accounts and support audit processes
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Support preparation of business cases for capital and revenue initiatives
- Provide analytical insight into income, charitable expenditure and support costs
- Support evidence-based investment decisions across programmes and initiatives
- Develop dashboards and reporting tools (including Power BI) to improve visibility and decision-making
About You
We are seeking an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant (CCAB recognised).
You will bring:
- Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting and management reporting
- Demonstrable business partnering experience with senior stakeholders
- Confidence delivering variance analysis and financial commentary that drives action
- Experience developing financial metrics and performance reporting frameworks
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
- Some experience or working knowledge of Power BI and modern reporting environments
- A collaborative working style with the ability to influence and build strong relationships
- A commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality financial governance
Experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector, including fund accounting or grant accounting, would be advantageous but is not essential.
This role would suit a proactive finance professional who enjoys combining analytical rigour with stakeholder engagement, and who is motivated by contributing to an organisation that delivers meaningful impact.
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Business Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across finance, HR, property management, compliance, and administration.
This is a pivotal role within ORL, working closely with the Chief Executive Officer to ensure the organisation is financially sustainable, compliant, and well-run, and that our properties and systems support the delivery of safe, high-quality services for residents, staff, volunteers, and visitors.
Your responsibilities will include overseeing financial operations such as payroll, pensions, Gift Aid claims, and bank reconciliations, as well as supporting the preparation of financial reports and budgets. You will manage HR administration, including recruitment, onboarding, policy development, and employee wellbeing. In addition, you will ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, carry out risk assessments, and oversee property management, lease agreements, and insurance.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in finance and HR management, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to lead and motivate staff. You’ll be confident in handling budgets, compliance requirements, and operational systems, with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Experience working in the charity or not-for-profit sector would be an advantage.
This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact by ensuring our organisation runs efficiently and sustainably, supporting the delivery of our mission and services.
Our mission is to support single people who are homeless in Leicester, to recover, reset and rebuild their lives in a safe and stable home.

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The General Manager will provide leadership and day-to-day operational management for the Natural Voice Network, ensuring smooth running of its activities and services. Working under the strategic direction of the Trustee Board, the General Manager will implement decisions, oversee the Administrator, and manage finances and communications at an operational level.
They will have delegated authority to make operational and financial decisions (within agreed limits) on behalf of the NVN and its Trustee Board, enabling trustees to focus on governance, strategy, and long-term development.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Management
- Manage the day-to-day running of the NVN, ensuring all activities are delivered efficiently and in line with the organisation’s values and policies.
- Maintain and store confidential documents and archives.
- Work closely with the Administrator to ensure smooth coordination of membership services, communications, and events.
- Support the development and implementation of the NVN’s strategic and annual plans.
- Represent the NVN in meetings and collaborations, acting as a central point of contact for members, partners, and external organisations.
- Assist with the organisation and delivery of NVN events, training, and gatherings (online and in person).
Financial Management
- Manage operational budgets and approve expenditure within agreed limits (e.g. up to £1,000 per transaction or as defined by the Trustee Board).
- Work alongside the Treasurer on financial planning, reporting, and compliance.
- Prepare financial reports, budgets, and forecasts for trustee meetings.
Governance and Reporting
- Ensure systems are in place to support good governance, including accurate records, risk management, and compliance with relevant legislation.
- Prepare reports for the Trustee Board, highlighting progress, challenges, and key decisions.
- Keep policies and procedures up to date and support trustees in implementing policies and procedures, ensuring that staff and volunteers are informed and aligned.
- Oversee preparation of agendas, papers, and minutes for Trustee Board and working group meetings in collaboration with the chair and administrator.
- Manage trustee induction when new trustees are elected onto the Trustee Board.
Staff Supervision
- Line-manage the Administrator, setting clear priorities and providing regular supervision and support.
- Foster a positive, inclusive working culture consistent with the NVN’s ethos.
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Helping to build a future where everyone with cystic fibrosis can live a life unlimited
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life-limiting genetic condition affecting more than 11,000 people in the UK. Behind every statistic is a person, a family, and a future shaped by access to care, treatment, and support.
Since 1964, Cystic Fibrosis Trust has existed for one reason: to ensure that people with cystic fibrosis can live longer, healthier lives — without limits imposed by their condition. We provide information and support, fund vital research, influence policy, improve care, and stand alongside people with CF at every stage of life.
We are at a moment of real progress. New treatments and advances in care are transforming outcomes and expectations. However, many challenges remain, and the decisions we make now — about how we invest, prioritise, and operate — will shape lives for decades to come.
That is why this role is so critical.
The opportunity
We are seeking an exceptional Director of Finance and Resources to help ensure the Trust is financially strong, operationally effective, and strategically equipped to deliver maximum impact for people with cystic fibrosis.
This is not just a finance leadership role. It is a mission-critical position at the heart of the organisation, where sound financial stewardship, thoughtful investment, and values-led decision-making directly support better outcomes for the CF community.
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will be a key strategic partner to the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees. With oversight of a £15m budget, you will lead a multidisciplinary directorate encompassing Finance, IT and digital transformation, People and Organisation Development, Strategy and Business Intelligence, Facilities, and Company Secretariat functions.
Your leadership will enable the Trust to:
- Make confident, evidence-led decisions in a complex and changing environment
- Invest wisely in services, research, people and digital capability
- Strengthen governance, resilience and long-term sustainability
- Ensure our systems, processes and culture support excellence, inclusion and impact
A significant element of the role will be leading the Trust’s digital and IT transformation, including the delivery of a new CRM system in 2026 — a critical enabler of how we understand, support and engage with our community.
About you
You will be a qualified accountant with senior-level experience and the credibility to operate at Board and executive level. More importantly, you will be motivated by purpose — understanding that financial strategy, governance and operational excellence are not ends in themselves, but tools to change lives.
You will bring:
- A strong track record of strategic financial leadership
- Experience guiding organisations through change and complexity
- Confidence influencing senior stakeholders and Boards
- A collaborative, inclusive leadership style that brings out the best in people
- A clear commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Alignment with our mission, values and belief that everyone with CF deserves a life unlimited
Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector is desirable, as is understanding of — or lived experience of — cystic fibrosis.
Why join us?
At the Cystic Fibrosis Trust, your expertise will directly support people living with a life-limiting condition — today and in the future. You will help ensure that the resources entrusted to us by our supporters are used wisely, ethically and boldly to deliver lasting change.
If you are a senior leader who wants your work to truly matter, this is an opportunity to make a profound difference.
A satisfactory DBS check will be required for this role.
For full details, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.
We will consider full time (35 hours per week) candidates or part time (minimum 28 hours)
Recruitment timings
· Application deadline Sunday 08/03/26
· Shortlisting Wed 18/03/26
· First stage interviews w/c 23/03/26
· Final interviews w/c 30/03/26
To apply please submit your CV and covering letter via the link. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact our exclusive partner, Bryony Thomas, via the Allen Lane agency website.
We will be meeting with candidates on an ongoing basis and we reserve the right to close the application process early. As such, an early application is highly recommended.
Interim Head of Finance - 6 months contract
Location: Prescot, Merseyside
Charity People are working with a £5million turnover organisation helping them to bring on board an experienced Interim Head of Finance.
This is a 6 months contract role (due to current Head of Finance retiring) where you will be part of the organisation's Senior Leadership Team and provide critical financial leadership during a period of transition.
This role is central to ensuring they continue to deliver the highest standard of care by maintaining strong financial stewardship, robust governance, and clear strategic insight.
Working with a forward thinking and inspiring COO, you will be managing a team of two.
As a key advisor to the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Trustees and Trading Company Directors, you will lead financial planning, oversee reporting, and ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Salary: £54,000 - £59,000 per annum
Hybrid: one to two days a week, office based
Duties and responsibilities:
- Deliver accurate and timely financial accounts, management information, cashflow analysis and statutory reporting, ensuring full compliance with charity and financial regulations.
- Lead the financial planning cycle, including annual budgets, monthly reporting, and long-term (5-year) financial forecasting to support strategic decision-making.
- Provide expert financial advice to the Executive Leadership Team, Trustees, and Trading Company Directors, including guidance on charity legislation, VAT, tax, and regulatory obligations.
- Lead, support, and develop the Finance Team, ensuring effective performance, high-quality outputs, and a strong culture of continuous improvement.
- Oversee payroll, banking relationships, external audits, investment monitoring, and financial controls to maintain financial integrity and operational reliability.
- Partner with budget holders across the organisation to analyse income and expenditure, identify risks and opportunities, and support the development of robust business cases.
Person Specification
- CCAB recognised finance qualifications (ACA,CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA) with strong experience working in the charity sector
- Very strong on Charity SORP
- Significant experience operating at senior finance level, ideally within a charity, hospice, healthcare, or similarly regulated environment.
- Proven experience in financial planning, management accounting, statutory reporting, and presenting financial information to boards or senior stakeholders.
- Strong leadership and people-management skills, with the ability to inspire, develop and support finance staff.
- Excellent knowledge of charity finance regulations, VAT, payroll, taxation, and financial governance requirements.
- Highly analytical, proactive, and solutions-focused, with outstanding communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
Interviews w/c 23rd February, 2026
Due to the nature of this role, the client may close the role before 18th February, 2026.
If you have charity experience, available immediately and able to do this role, please apply as soon as possible with a copy of your CV.
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.
Do you want to help shape strategy by turning data and evidence into insight that drives mission, growth, and learning? Do you have the skills to help a complex organisation understand what is working, what could improve, and how to adapt in a meaningful way?
The Diocese of Rochester is seeking a Data Insights & Evaluation Adviser to lead the development of a coherent, organisation-wide approach to data, evaluation, and learning across the Called Together programme. This role goes beyond routine data collection or dashboard creation – it’s about sense-making, judgement, and enabling learning to support parishes, deaneries, and diocesan teams in achieving sustainable impact.
This is an exciting role for someone with analytical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to work relationally across a wide range of stakeholders.
About the Role
· You will provide leadership in monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL), ensuring data and evidence are used effectively to inform decisions and enhance mission. Your key responsibilities will include:
· Leading on data, insights, and evaluation across the Diocese to inform strategy and action
· Integrating quantitative and qualitative evidence from parishes, programmes, and external sources
· Translating complex data into clear, accessible insights and narratives
· Designing and embedding a comprehensive MEL framework with appropriate indicators and learning loops
· Designing, building, and maintaining dashboards and visual tools (e.g. Power BI)
· Producing reports for governance, leadership, and project teams
· Providing analytical support to enable data-driven decision-making and project delivery
· Ensuring data integrity, quality, security, and GDPR compliance
· Collaborating with national Church teams and external partners to align evaluation with wider priorities
About You
· A minimum of five years’ relevant professional experience in data, insights, evaluation, research, MEL, or learning-focused roles, with evidence of senior responsibility, autonomy, sound judgement, and practical organisational application.
· Aligned with the mission and ethos of the Christian Church and the Diocese of Rochester
· Educated to degree level in a relevant field, or with equivalent professional experience
· Experienced in data, insights, or evaluation activity in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
· Skilled in working with both quantitative and qualitative data to generate actionable insights
· Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, data modelling) and Power BI (DAX / M code)
· An excellent communicator, able to present findings to senior leaders while working constructively with colleagues unfamiliar with data
· Organised, flexible, and able to travel across the Diocese, including occasional evenings or weekends
It would be advantageous if you also:
· Have experience in charity, voluntary, public, or faith-based sectors where impact is complex
· Understand the structure and culture of the Church of England, dioceses, and parish life
What we can offer:
• Flexible working and TOIL
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling service
The Diocese is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
The wider a group’s diversity, the smarter, wiser, and more compassionate and creative its decision making becomes.
We are committed to achieving diversity throughout our Diocese by seeking UKME/GMH colleagues and those from a wide range of backgrounds, to help us create a culture of inclusion and belonging.
Closing date for applications: 8 March 2026
Interviews will be held on: 16 March 2026
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Giving Back Recruitment is partnering with a long-established professional membership organisation with a proud history of setting and upholding world-class standards, to appoint a Finance Director to a role of real strategic influence.
This is a standout opportunity for a senior finance leader to operate at an executive level within a complex, purpose-led organisation, combining financial leadership with genuine organisational impact.
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will lead the finance function end-to-end, working closely with the Board, Audit & Risk Committee and senior leadership to ensure strong financial governance, clear decision-making and long-term sustainability.
The opportunity
As Finance Director, you will:
· Shape and deliver financial strategy in a complex, multi-income organisation
· Lead statutory and management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning
· Act as a trusted adviser to Boards and Committees, providing clear insight on performance, risk and opportunity
· Oversee cashflow, investments, balance sheet management and financial sustainability
· Lead the year-end process and external audit across group entities
· Build and lead a high-performing, forward-thinking finance team
· Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and financial capability
· Provide executive oversight of facilities and building services, ensuring efficient and effective operations
This role offers genuine breadth, influence and visibility, sitting at the heart of organisational strategy and governance.
About you
You will be a confident, commercially minded finance leader who enjoys operating at executive level and influencing complex organisations.
You will bring:
· A recognised accountancy qualification and senior-level finance leadership experience
· Strong experience in financial governance, reporting and strategic planning
· Proven ability to advise and challenge Boards and senior leaders constructively
· Experience leading and developing teams through change and growth
· Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear insight
· A collaborative, values-driven leadership style
Experience within a membership body, charity, not-for-profit or regulated environment would be advantageous.
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A renowned social housing provider based in the East of England is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join their dynamic team.They support their community with good quality, affordable housing and are known for providing great flexibility with their staff as they have the ability to work majority remote. The role will be business partnering with the assets and maintenance side of the business so it will be very useful if the candidate has experience in that area within a Housing Association.
Responsibilities:
- Lead financial performance reporting and review for assets and maintenance teams, producing accurate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting
- Provide high-quality financial insight and modelling, building realistic scenario models to support decision-making
- Act as the finance subject matter expert for assigned operational areas, ensuring strong financial controls, robust management information and effective corporate governance
- Partner closely with budget holders and finance colleagues to analyse trends and variances, translate financial results into actionable insight, and drive consistency and accountability
Requirements:
- Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with experience within Housing Associations
- Experience Business Partnering within Assets, Compliance and Maintenance would be really beneficial
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights
- Confident on excel, with the ability to communicate with stakeholders at a range of levels
Please do apply if you are looking for your next role and have the relevant experience so we can organise a catch up.
We are recruiting for a new general manager post.
Our General Manager will be a key member of Different Planet Arts small staff team. Working closely with the Artistic Director and the Board of Trustees as part of the Senior Management Team, you will manage and organise operational support for Different Planet arts programme, ensuring we provide an excellent service to our participants, partners and audiences. This role is suitable for someone building a career in operations.
We are looking for someone who can maintain and provide the right systems and structures to enable others to lead and create our arts projects, and provide ongoing, efficient admin support. You will manage and be responsible for our systems and processes for financial administration, fundraising, governance procedures and processes, monitoring and keeping the Different Planet Arts office running day-to-day as an administrative hub. You will work closely with our treasurer (who is responsible for creating quarterly Management Accounts.)
This is an ideal role for someone with strong administrative or company management experience who wants to help shape the culture and infrastructure of our much loved award winning inclusive theatre company.
Please see the general manager job description and application forms enclosed
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


