"Finance Manager" Jobs
My client is a Not-for-Profit organisation that supports grassroots bodies working towards more inclusive sexual and reproductive health and rights in South Asia and Africa.
At an exciting time of growth, they are looking to appoint an interim Head of Finance, reporting directly to the Chief Executive.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead on all aspects of the organisation’s finances, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
- Work as part of the SLT to ensure the resources and financial processes align with and support the organisation’s mission and ambitions
- Management of primary accounting functions and processes where required
- Lead and work closely with the SLT on commercial tenders including budgeting, written justifications and financial management arrangements
- Embed a true team culture within the finance unit, ensuring balanced workloads, personal development and colleague engagement are at the highest levels
The successful candidate will be a qualified Accountant with a track record of working at a similar level within the Charity space. You will be as comfortable leading strategic discussions as you are handling numbers and explaining financial information to a non-finance audience.
My client works on a flexible hybrid model, with 1 day a week in their central Bath office. This role has been assessed as inside of IR35.
The Role
The Senior Finance Business Partner will oversee financial management of key programme areas for the charity.
· Provide financial analysis and commentary to support in strategic decision making in relation to programme areas
· Ensure financial and management reports are presented in an accessible way to finance and non-finance stakeholders alike
· Finance business partner across programme management teams to support in financial management reporting
· Support in the production and review of management accounts
· Create and deliver financial plans for programme areas including forecasting and reporting on performance against budgets.
· Liaise with wider team to ensure donor reporting standards are met for donor financial reports
· Staff management one finance business partner and be responsible for their development
What’s in it for you?
Hybrid working arrangements: 1-2 days per week in the office (central London)
Salary: £52,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience
Annual Leave: 25 days + 3 days at Christmas + Bank Holidays
Regular staff social events and clubs
Employee assistance programmes covering health and wellbeing support
About You
· You will be a finalist level or fully qualified accountant.
· You will have strong communication skills and be adept at presenting financial analysis and information to non-finance stakeholders.
· You will have a passion for human rights and the global charitable work the organisation undertakes.
· Previous sector experience may be advantageous though is not a prerequisite – candidates from all sectors are encouraged to apply.
Are you a skilled Finance Officer looking for an exciting new opportunity? Do you have experience in bank reconciliations? Are you available immediately or on a short notice period? If so, read on…
My client, a leading charity, is seeking an interim Finance Officer to join their fast-growing team on an initial 1-month temporary basis with an opportunity to get extended or go permanent.
The main responsibilities of the interim Finance Officer are:
- Prepare cash book journals and balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis.
- Ensure timely payment of supplier invoices by monitoring the purchase ledger.
- Process supplier requests and BACS payment runs.
- Processing invoices on a weekly basis.
My client is looking for:
- Previous experience working in accounts payable.
- Minimum 2 year's experience in a finance setting
- Experience in managing large volumes of supplier payments.
- Ability to work to deadlines, learn the role quickly and hit the ground running.
My client offers hybrid working for the full duration of the contract.
Applications are under constant review and the post can close early if the right candidate is found. Please apply immediately if this role is of interest.
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
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Ivy Rock Partners is delighted to be supporting an international charity with the recruitment of a Finance Business Partner to support the Communication and Fundraising Directorate.
As Finance Business Partner, you were regularly advise Communications and Fundraising leaders and senior leadership to inform decision making and maximise fundraising income and support in key decisions on how it is spent. You will develop a systematic forecasting process for the directorate and ensure robust 3 year income and expenditure plans are implemented as well as producing multiple year income and expenditure budgets to tie into the charities multi-year operational plan and strategy. An overview of some of the key responsibilities is below:
- Work with Communications and Fundraising department heads to produce their multiple year income and expenditure budgets
- Evaluate performance against plans and apply business insight to enable fundraising strategies to be delivered successfully.
- Use analysis to identify trends from across the department and ensure optimal financial decision-making.
- Collaborate with the wider organisation to ensure that financial management information is complete and accurate.
- Use Business Intelligence Tools to develop insightful dashboards that inform decision making and encourage self service.
- Identify operational and financial risks, and determine the method of mitigating the risk with relevant stakeholders.
- Contribute to the delivery of a successful audit, and use business insights to support the production the financial statements.
- Support the restructuring and prioritisation of resources within the directorate in line with strategy ambitions
- To perform any other duties commensurate with the post as requested by the Head of Management Accounting.
What’s in it for you?
- Hybrid working - 2 days per week in office
- Salary of £50,000 - 53,000
Who are we looking for?
- Fully Qualified Accountant or Finalist approaching qualification
- Experienced in partnering with non-finance stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills.
- Good excel skills and confident in working in a data driven environment.
- Passion for and interest in working within an international charity
How to Apply
Interviews are being conducted on a rolling basis
Interim Finance Business Partner
£42,237 excluding £3,000 London Weighting Allowance
Educational Charity
Hybrid / Remote working - can be located at a number of regional offices throughout the UK.
27 days holiday a year (excluding bank holidays) and an excellent benefit package.
Teach First is creating the results we all want to see: every child reaching their potential. In the classroom, in work, and in life.
For nearly 20 years - and with the generous backing of our supporters - we've been helping schools build a fair education for all. By developing the next generation of great teachers and brilliant leaders. And by growing a powerful network of talented people committed to change.
We now work with schools in every region of England, helping them make a difference where it's needed most.
Teach First is looking for an exceptional, professional and highly motivated Interim Finance Business Partner - covering a 6 months FTC.
The role provides strategic analysis to support and challenge our stakeholders in making the right decisions for our growing organisation. We are a critical friend to the organisation, ensuring that we are maximizing the impact of our income and expenditure for our social mission.
The focus of this role will be budgeting, forecasting and management reporting as well as representing our team in organisation wide projects and driving consistent improvements in processes to add value to Teach First.
You will be a qualified accountant or qualified by experience and familiar in business partnering roles. The ability to convey complex issues with clarity and confidence is also essential as is communication skills with stakeholders through active listening and effective questioning.
To receive a full JD and candidate information pack please contact me
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An international healthcare charity is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join their central finance team in London.
The organisation works worldwide, working in partnership with community-level and national organisations and government to deliver support on important and high profile healthcare programmes. The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager oversees the financial planning and analysis function for the charity, working to drive financial performance and support the charity in deciding strategy. An oversight of responsibilities is as follows:
- Leading in the development of annual budgets and forecasts
- Partnering with relevant budget-holders to inform on the competion of budget templates
- Producing and presenting budget analysis for budget-holders and the senior leadership team
- Reviewing and providing insightful analysis on month end
- Working with the Head of Finance to develop long term strategic plans by providing financial analysis
About you:
You will be a qualified accountant (finalist may be considered) with a passion for business partnering and providing financial analysis to a variety of stakeholders.
You will be passionate about supporting the humanitarian work the charity undertakes globally
What's on offer:
Salary - £55,000 - £60,000 per annum
Hybrid working - 1-2 days per week in London office
The role will be offered on an 18 month fixed-term contract initially with scope to become a permanent employee thereafter
Ivy Rock Partners are pleased to be working with an outstanding Multi Academy Trust in recruiting an Accounts Payable Manager into their finance team, reporting to the Head of Finance Operations.
They are looking for an Accounts Payable Manager to come join their team, reporting to the Head of Finance Operations.
This role will be responsible for managing and delivering a strong and effective Accounts Payable function as well as driving efficiency improvements and ensuring payments are made consistently on time.
There is line management involved in this role, managing 5 individuals including AP Clerks and Central Finance Officers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Ensure an efficient end to end Payables processes
- Ensuring that the creditors control accounts and purchase ledger are operated accurately, efficiently and to agreed timescales
- Ensure smooth operation of the payment process
- Managing relationships with suppliers
- Managing the cashflow
- Ensure all employee expense processing and auditing is completed on time
Experience and attributes:
- Proven experience in Accounts Payable leadership roles
- Knowledge of accounting and VAT principles is essential
- Experience of running and driving improvements within an Accounts Payable function
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Strong data analysis & problem solving skills
- Strong management experience
Benefits:
• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression • Annual performance and loyalty bonus
• Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (for non-term time only staff), rising to 26 days after 2 years’ service, as well as Christmas off.
Your new company
Working for a faith-based charity based in Central London.
Your new role
- This is a part-time position (25.5 - 30 hours per week).
- Reporting to the Head of HR.
- Line manage the HR team Administrator. Provide support with regards to management of the payroll input and monthly payroll cycle.
- Support with management of the payroll inbox.
- Responsible for monthly BACS preparation (Net Pay vs BACS reconciliation).
- Accountable for entering variable pay, adjustments, special payments, deductions and all elements relating to direct pay.
- Provide relevant reports and updated data in relation to monthly payrolls.
- Check the monthly variance/exception report.
- Assist with the payroll systems and liaise with the providers.
What you'll need to succeed
- 3-5 years of payroll exp.
- Payroll management experience.
- Experience with SelectHR and Select Pay systems (this is essential).
- Strong communication.
What you'll get in return
- Life assurance.
- Season ticket loan.
- Access to the healthcare cash plan.
- Discount scheme
- etc
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
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MLC Partners are supporting a well-known Charity to recruit a 12-month fixed-term Finance Systems and Project Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to work directly alongside the Head of Financial Accounting and Processes and be involved in critical finance projects across the organisation.
Key deliverables of the role:
- Lead on and deliver the Finance system upgrade (Agresso/Unit 4 Business World from on-premise solution into the Cloud)
- Develop and enhance a robust cashflow forecast, and maximise the outputs to take a pro-active approach with Treasury management for short-term cash deposits
- Further develop and embed the internal financial control framework into the Finance team
- Support the Head of Financial Accounting & Processing with other Finance related projects as and when required
Successful candidates will:
- Have experience in leading a system upgrade (desirably within Agresso/Unit 4 Business World)
- Significant experience in Financial Accounting, processes, and controls
- Proven experience in leading and delivering on projects and process improvement; including cashflow forecast
- CIMA, ACCA qualified, part qualified or qualified by experience (essential if not Q, P/Q)
- Charity sector experience desirable
If this position aligns with your experience and you are available immediately, please apply now as applicants are under constant review. For any additional questions, please reach out to Annabelle at MLC Partners.
Are you an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager looking for an exciting new hands-on opportunity? Do you have strong management experience? Are you available immediately or on a short notice period? If so, read on…
My client, a leading charity organisation is seeking an Accounts Receivable Manager to bolster their fast-growing team.
The main responsibilities of the Accounts Receivable Manager are:
- Managing a team of 3-4 individuals
- Maintaining strong relationships with customers and stakeholders
- Ensure that receivables processing is administered in line with agreed Service Levels
- Ensure that the debtors control accounts and sales ledger are operated accurately
My client is looking for:
- Background in Charity or Government Body
- Experience using Oracle ERP
- Experience managing high performing teams
- Experience processing high volume transactions
My client offers hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office and 2 from home.
Applications are under constant review and the post can close early if the right candidate is found. Please apply immediately if this role is of interest.
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
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MLC Partners are partnering with a prestigious Charity based in South-East London, to recruit an experienced Finance Systems Consultant (interim).
This position will play a pivotal role in researching and implementing a new financial system, working closely with the Finance Director and team to automate and modernize internal controls and processes.
This is a full-time position, working hybrid (3days/week in the office), and will be an initial 6month interim position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the charities current finance system, and internal controls and processes
- Research, develop and implement a new finance system, with a strong focus on optimising finance operations, streamline processes, and enhance overall efficiency
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate the finance system with other business functions, ensuring seamless operations and data integrity
Key criteria:
- Professional Finance qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACA, ACCA)
- Proven experience and success in finance systems implementation and process improvement
- Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
This role is due to commence at the end of April. Applications will be reviewed daily, and the role may close before this advert. Please contact Annabelle at MLC Partners to discuss further.
Could you prioritise and allocate work within a large accounts payable function? Have you successfully managed a team of 20 or more transactional staff with a focus on accounts payable? Do you have notable experience developing team members offering professional growth and career opportunities? If yes, please continue reading!
Robertson Bell are partnering with this well-known nonprofit organisation whilst they recruit for a new Accounts Payable Manager. Reporting into the Head of Operational Finance you will have three direct reports and a wider team of 25.
Duties for this role include:
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of payments, adhering to the board's approval matrix for delegated authorities.
- Supervise the department's data entry process to validate invoices, match them with purchase orders, and ensure accurate coding for authorisation.
- Oversee the accurate and timely setup of new suppliers, following necessary controls and procedures.
- Manage expense payments, ensuring accuracy and policy compliance.
- Supervise all cash processes, including petty cash and payment runs.
- Maintain the ledger, resolving outstanding invoices and supplier issues prior to each payment run.
- Improve team efficiency by measuring KPIs and implementing process enhancements.
- Ensure objectives for the team are aligned with organisational goals and develop SLAs for direct reports, conduct regular performance reviews, offer necessary coaching, and regular development sessions.
- Provide internal and external guidance on accounts payable matters, collaborating with systems, accounting teams, and other departments to automate processes and support change initiatives.
Based at the organisations head office in South London this Accounts Payable Manager will be required to work in the office twice a week. This permanent position will best suit an individual who has already run an effective accounts payable function of a significant size.
The successful candidate will:
- Be a highly capable communicator.
- Have previously led sizable teams of 20 or more.
- Understand how to drive efficiencies across an accounts payable function.
- Be able to manage a busy workload within a large and complex organisation.
Our client has set a short deadline for this role so if you might be interested in applying please don’t hesitate in getting in touch.
One of the UK’s largest and highest profile groups of schools is looking to recruit a new Head of Operational Finance - to work from their head office in East Croydon (3 days per week in office). This is a fantastic opportunity to have a real impact with an organisation whose purpose is to make life fairer for children in and around London. Focusing on the most challenging schools and turn them into exceptional places of learning where everyone – staff and students – thrive.
Job Purpose
To manage the internal financial operational processes and reporting for the Federation, ensuring timeliness, accuracy and completeness. To provide financial support and advice to Head Office departments and schools, including the Federation Senior Leadership Team. To provide support to the Financial Controller and Director of Finance as required.
The Federation is going through an exciting period of change and this role represents an excellent opportunity to be part of driving improvements within a large organisation, as part of a compact and high-performing central finance function.
Main Areas of Responsibility
- Oversee all income processing for the schools and federation.
- Oversee all payroll processing for the schools and federation,
- Manage the BACS and manual payment process
- Review central processing for best practice.
- Oversee Balance sheet reconciliation for the schools and federation monthly
- Maintain the finance handbook and other published guidance
- Work with FC and Systems team to implement month end timetable
- Develop and implement a training for Finance Officer’s, Management Accountant’s and Accounts Payable team
- Work with the Financial Controller on producing and reviewing consolidated monthly accounts
- Work with partnership team to incorporate proposed adjustments to Month end and Year end accounts in line with the timetable.
- Prepare all consolidated submissions to the Department for Education
- Prepare year end papers and supporting schedules for head office activities
- Liaise with the Internal Audit team and External auditors
- Assist with various ESFA submissions and audits
- Oversea Reconciliation and review of monthly inter-academy recharges
- Review of monthly journals (e.g. prepayments, deferred income, academy recharges)
- Identify and evaluate opportunities for improving value for money
- Work closely with other departments and Hubs within the central federation such as procurement to ensure that we have clear and smooth processes between departments
- Ad hoc tasks as required by the DF and FC
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Our partner, a leading international charity, seeks an interim Head of FP&A. This is fixed term contract to the end of 2025.
Responsibilities
- Lead in the preparation of the organisational budget, and in monitoring the budget, working with regional heads of finance.
- Lead in monitoring the pipeline of funding, forecasting grant and other income flows, cashflows.
- Advise senior leadership on managing changes in cashflow and income, in allocation of surpluses/deficits, and cost savings.
- Lead on reviewing new funding opportunities, ensuring the accuracy of funding calculations, and in the contacting process for core funding.
- Lead in undertaking analysis and creating reports, and in the continual streamlining and improvement of reporting.
- Support in the year-end accounts preparation.
Requirements
- A chartered accountant, or with a masters degree in accounting/finance/equivalent with over ten years of experience in leading the budgeting, forecasting and reporting functions of a complex international organisation.
- Experience of developing and implementing improvements.
- Strong analysis and financial modelling skills.
- Experience of working and managing an international and decentralised team.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, able to motivate a team.
- Strong systems skills, and advanced MSExcel skills.
This role has management responsibilities. The role is only open to candidates who are UK-based with the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. This role offers hybrid working in the UK.
Goodman Masson is thrilled to collaborate with a globally recognised organisation dedicated to advancing sexual reproductive health care rights and justice, including safe abortion, across diverse communities worldwide. This impactful organisation is seeking a People Systems Implementation Manager. This contracted role involves a 6/9 months project to upgrade HR systems, aiming to streamline operations and integration across multiple international jurisdictions. This goal of this role aims to reduce administrative burdens, costs, and errors while improving processes, data consistency, and decision-making. This initiative is crucial for modernising the NGO's people management tools across the international organisation by integrating various systems such as ATS, HRIS, Payroll, LMS, staff survey, and finance for more efficient operations.
The role is based in London and will require presence in the London Office 1/2 days a week. The main deliverables are:
- Come in and quickly make the case for change
- Develop and implement HRIT road-map for strategic goals. The HRIT systems shortlisted to be implemented are Personio, HiBob and HR Bamboo. Consulting with the HR D and deciding which HR system fits the international organisation's needs best will be key to the role
- Manage planning, execution, and delivery of HRIT activities across multiple countries
- Create business case for system improvement.
- Lead selection, implementation, and optimisation of HR technology.
- Establish HRIT working group for systems improvement.
- Provide guidance and training for sustainable HRIT capability.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experience and streamline processes.
The Ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in communicating and influencing in a global organisations
- Demonstrated Programme Management expertise, ideally in HR processes or technology-driven transformations, with transferable skills across sectors.
- Proficient in standard Project Management tools like MS Project, SharePoint, and Visio for efficient project execution.
- Mastery of various project management frameworks for versatility in managing diverse projects.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for articulating technical information persuasively and fostering understanding.
- Strong understanding of HR systems technology functions and capabilities on a global scale
Benefits:
- Competitive day rate salary outside of IR 35
- Flexible working (can be one day in the office)
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.