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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Finance and Operations Manager with a small international development and humanitarian charity, on a part-time (15 – 22.5 hours per week), permanent basis. As Finance and Operations Manager, you will manage the internal finance and operational processes of the charity in compliance with UK GAAP, industry best practices and Charity Commission guidance and regulations, supporting trustees and staff to do their work and ensuring our best use of resources.

The role is supported by a part-time Finance and Executive Assistant who is responsible for the day-to-day running of the office, book-keeping and monthly reconciliations.

Please note, there is flexible working in place with this organisation and you would only be required to attend the office 1-2 days per month. Additionally, please note that the salary shown is the FTE.

As Finance and Operations Manager, you will:

- Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with UK reporting standards and regulatory requirements

- Oversee the production of timely and accurate monthly reconciliation and reports by the Finance and Executive Assistant

- Support the Director and trustees to develop and oversee implementation of the charity’s mission and strategy

- Support the Director with budgeting and forecasting processes and provide appropriate reporting and analysis of variances and support for decision making to senior leadership and trustees

- Line manage the Finance and Executive Assistant

- Lead on ensuring compliance with data protection requirements

The successful applicant will:

- Have Significant demonstrable experience in finance within the charity sector, in a similar role

- Be qualified or part-qualified and actively studying for ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

- Have knowledgeable in UK charity accounting, financial statements, audits, organisational strategy, planning and budgeting

- Have experience of managing/overseeing restricted funding from donors and how to record project income within accounting software

- Have experience of using QuickBooks or similar online accounting software packages

- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant with an international charity, on a full-time, permanent basis. As Assistant Accountant you will play an integral role in the Finance team and support the work of the Finance Manager and Director of Finance.

Please note, there is hybrid working in place with this organisation – you will only need to be in the office one day (Thursday) per week

As Assistant Accountant, you will:

- Assist the Finance Manager with the annual audit of group and subsidiary accounts within the required deadlines

- Assist the Finance Manager to prepare annual budgets and revised forecasts

- Assist the Finance Manager with the month end process & the preparation of the monthly management accounts

- Undertake ad hoc investigations into and analysis of accounts

The successful applicant will:

- Have demonstrable experience in finance within the charity sector, in a similar role

- Be part-qualified 

- Have knowledge of the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP)

- Have good knowledge of accounting software and information systems

- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Your new company
A new permanent opportunity has arisen within a well-renowned not-for-profit organisation in Central London. This is a permanent opportunity, offering hybrid working.
Your new role

• Responsible for managing the entire accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Prepare and process electronic transfers, ACH payments and check payments.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices and employee expense reports.
• Maintain and update vendor files, including contact information and payment terms.
• Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts payable transactions.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.

What you'll need to succeed

• A qualification in Finance - at least finished AAT level 2.
• Experience of general accounting - debit vs credit entries, purchase ledger, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments.
• Experience of working with Workday is preferred.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

What you need to do now

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Risk & Audit Manager
£50,178 set salary
Permanent, Full-time
Hybrid working, 2 days a week in the office
Office based in Vauxhall

Exciting opportunity for a Risk & Audit Manager to join a global international development Organisation to improve the internal audit and risk management processes. To lead the function and push the department to a higher level.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Develop and execute an annual internal audit plan, prioritising audit activities based on identified risks and strategic objectives.
• Ensure that audits are carried out and documented in accordance with recognised auditing standards, gathering robust evidence to support findings.
• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of the organisations risk management framework.
• Maintain and update the organisation’s risk register, ensuring regular review and assessment of risks.
• Under the supervision of the Director of Finance, Compliance, and Governance, work closely with the Programmes and Fundraising teams to oversee the compliance function.
• Ensure donor compliance, including adherence to all donor requirements and regulations.

Who are we looking for?

• Professional qualification, such as a Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (CIA) certification or full CCAB qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA).
• Proven experience in risk management and internal audit, ideally within an international NGO or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and internal audit methodologies.

My client is fully open to sector experience. As such we welcome candidates from industry, charity or practice backgrounds.