Director of finance jobs in england, united kingdom

Remote position with some preference for London UK, Freetown Sierra Leone, Cape Town South Africa or Nairobi Kenya

SCOPE OF WORK

1. Grantmaking Due Diligence & Onboarding

• Coordinate the collection, review, and secure storage of due diligence documentation from prospective grantees.

• Assist with risk screening checks and internal reviews in alignment with Purposeful’s grantmaking policies.

• Prepare grantee onboarding documentation, including grant agreements and orientation materials.

• Track submission of required onboarding documents (e.g., bank forms, MoUs, safeguarding policies).

• Monitor and keep track of the grants due for payment.

• Respond to grantee and applicant inquiries and proactively update them on the status of their grant awards.

2. Grant Compliance & Documentation

• Monitor compliance status of all active grants, flagging outstanding requirements and follow-up needs.

• Ensure that compliance-related deadlines (e.g. reporting dates, grant conditions) are met and documented.

• Maintain clean, well-organised, and accessible digital grant files, using existing tools or systems (e.g., Google Drive, Netsuite, Salesforce, etc.) to ease retrieval and generation of reports.

• Support internal checks to ensure that funds are disbursed in line with compliance protocols and funding agreements.

3. Finance Coordination

• Liaise with the finance team to prepare and verify payment documents, banking instructions, and payment schedules.

• Support alignment between grant budgets and payment disbursements.

• Track the movement of funds across grants, ensuring appropriate documentation is in place for each transaction.

4. Donor & Internal Reporting

• Assist in preparing compliance-related sections of donor reports and internal grantmaking summaries.

• Track reporting obligations by donor or partner, and ensure all documentation is collected and filed on time, including any relevant country-specific compliance requirements.

5. Audit & Policy Support

• Prepare documentation for internal and external audits, including sampling, document summaries, and data extractions.

• Assist in developing and maintaining internal tools (templates, checklists, trackers) related to grant compliance.

• Contribute to ongoing improvements in Purposeful’s compliance systems, bringing in lessons learned and audit feedback, and emerging regulatory or legal considerations relevant to our work.

Are you ready to join us?

A powerful campaigning organisation, Brain Tumour Research is the leading voice of the brain tumour community in the UK. Unique and much needed, we are the only national charity focused on finding a cure for all types of brain tumours. Our work focuses on campaigning to increase the national investment in research into brain tumours to £35 million per year, while fundraising to create a network of seven sustainable Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence, across the UK.

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Brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer, yet just 1% of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease since records began in 2002.  All of us at Brain Tumour Research are passionate about finding a cure for this devastating disease.  

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Job Purpose:

This is a new role to transform our current “Supporter Care” team into one that leads our Individual Giving programme. At present the team is focused on thanking donors for gifts to our charity and supporters for undertaking challenges and events as well as organising our lab tours and tiles programme. The introduction of a major automation project in the charity will reduce this team’s workload whilst at the same time decreasing the amount of time taken to thank donors and supporters. Once that project is fully implemented we want this team to expand its remit to include a wider programme of proactively supporting our donors and supporters throughout their journey with the charity and thus to increase the amount raised through these channels.

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This job will be a challenging one with a changing focus. The initial focus is very much process-driven – bedding in the automation and getting all of our processes humming so that everyone is thanked within one working week of their donation, but once that’s done the focus needs to move to both wider care of our supporters and growth of the income channel.

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Reports to:

Director of Finance and Operations

(at some point in the future – possibly in about 12 months time the role and team may move to the Income Generation department)

Direct Reports: Supporter Care Supervisor and Fundraising Administrator

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Requisite Skills and Experience:

Essential:

· Outstanding organisation skills.

· An excellent standard of written English and a good all-round communicator.

· Experience of working with a Fundraising Database/CRM as well as Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.

· Experience in manipulating and seeking insight from large data sets.

· Flexible in your approach to work, embracing change and development.

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Desirable:

· Experience in running a individual giving programme.

· Experience of working with members of the public, especially those who may be going through current or recent traumatic experiences.

Main duties:

· To be the owner of all thanking processes so that every supporter and donor receives an appropriate thank you withing one working week of their donation or the end of their fundraising activity.

· To embed the new processes from our automation solution, recommending changes that are required and adapting other processes to ensure the most efficient overall system for all team members involved in thanking.

· To support and develop your direct reports so that they are working efficiently and effectively and have a rewarding role at the charity. To conduct regular 1-1s with them as well as quarterly reviews and annual appraisals.

· Ensure accurate recording of all processes and outputs from the team – primarily on our CRM database.

· To ensure that our Lab Tour and Tiles process is run effectively and efficiently. This process is managed by a member of the team, but remains the responsibility of the team manager.

· To develop our understanding of the data relating to our individual giving and to recommend

· To develop additional ways of valuing our supporters and donors through their journey with us (cards, phone calls etc).

· To develop additional ways of generating income from our individual donors (appeals etc).

· Deputise for colleagues as necessary to ensure that your team’s activities continue during periods of leave/absence.

· To comply with Brain Tumour Research’s internal policies, comply with relevant charity and other legislation and to undertake any other reasonable duties as required.

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If you are looking for a fulfilling and impactful role and have the level of experience and skill we are looking for, we welcome your application.​

Please see our Recruitment Pack for further details​​​

We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.

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We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process.  Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.

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Closing Date: 5th August

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We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.

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Who we are

Chefs in Schools is a young, ambitious charity that’s rapidly growing. Our mission is to improve kids' health, through improving school food & food education. Working in areas of high deprivation, we support and train schools and their kitchen teams to serve the best, freshest and tastiest food possible, alongside meaningful food education. We share our learning and resources freely, aiming to inspire and enable others to follow our lead.

We’re backed by some of the biggest names in food and have ambitious targets to ensure every child has access to incredible school food and food education, setting them up for life with the skills and knowledge to feed themselves well.

About you and the role

This is a pivotal role, at a pivotal moment for us. We are entering a critical growth phase, which includes rapidly expanding our own operations and managing significant external partnership. As Head of Finance & Systems, you will be accountable for ensuring we have the right systems and structures in place to grow at pace without detriment to good governance.

The purpose of this role is to lead on our finance strategy, and ensure all of our systems, reporting and processes are helping to drive forward the charity and deliver on our objectives at scale. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Directors to ensure that financial planning is effective and supported by accurate data analysis. You will report directly to Trustees as required and ensure that the highest standards of transparency and probity are maintained. 

You will be joining the team during a period of growth in the size and complexity of our delivery. We currently have 24 employees and anticipate growing significantly in the next twelve months. You will have a crucial role in shaping our systems and processes to ensure we can scale effectively, both our existing programmes and a new membership-based programme that is in development. We’re looking for an experienced finance professional with an interest in effectively using technology and systems to drive efficiency, without compromising on accuracy or compliance. 

You will oversee all financial administration, ensuring this is carried out proficiently and in line with all legal and regulatory requirements, including ultimate responsibility for ensuring that all statutory filings are made accurately and on time. Your role will also encompass ensuring that we operate within legal & regulatory frameworks and stay up to date with changes in relevant legislation.

The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don’t meet every requirement, but feel as though you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we would urge you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important ‘experience’ is passion for our mission. You may be just the right candidate for this, or other roles.  

We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you’re at ease. We’re an inclusive employer and work hard to create a welcoming working environment for everyone, including appointing a neurodiversity champion to help us identify how we can make our work environment work for everyone. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know.

As we work with children & young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy.  

 

Key responsibilities:

• Developing a comprehensive financial strategy that supports the delivery of the charity’s objectives and activities

• Developing our systems strategy, including reviewing suitability of our current systems (Quickbooks for accountancy, Beacon CRM, PLEO for expenses management, Survey Monkey for data collection etc. ) and ensuring optimal use of systems, maximising automation, and using AI where appropriate.

• Constantly seeking to develop and improve the organisation’s financial systems, policies and procedures to promote dynamic, best practice and up-to-date application of tools, systems and approaches

• Leading and developing the Finance and Office Manager and ensuring effective support from the external book-keeping team.

• Lead on creation of the annual budget, working closely with Directors.

• Advising the Chief Executive, team and Trustees, ensuring that benefits and risks of decisions are fully considered and fit with the overall financial strategy

• Oversee sound financial administration, management and governance across the organisation, ensuring robust financial controls in place and operating effectively.

• Provide leadership and guidance to all things finance related, providing mentoring and support to the team, and coaching on financial awareness. 

• Accountability for monitoring that the organisation’s services are, and will, run to budget, supporting budget holders and reporting promptly on risks 

• Have ultimate oversight of the external audit and production of the statutory accounts, supported in delivery of this by the Finance & Office Manager

• Oversee production of management accounts and bespoke financial reports, including accurate forecasting, incisive analysis and accessible narrative commentary, ensuring decision-makers have the information they need. 

• Forecasting cash flow and managing the treasury position.

• Support the Partnerships & Impact team and Programme Managers with financial inputs to funding proposals and ensure restricted funds are used in compliance with grant conditions.

• Oversight of finance, governance and basic HR administration, supporting the Finance and Office Manager with high profile or complex queries, seeking specialist advice on financial or compliance matters as required

• Ensuring GDPR compliance across the organisation

• Leading an effective risk management process.

• Ensuring the organisation’s compliance with charity law, in accordance with the Charity Commission in England & Wales and all financial reporting requirements.

Skills & experience:

• You have interest and belief in our mission, to improve kids’ health through improving food and food education in schools

• You have full or partial qualification through an accredited accountancy body 

• You have experience in a senior finance role (e.g., Director, Head of) in any sector, and some experience within a finance function in the 3rd sector (in particular familiarity with Charities SORP and experience of administering restricted funds).

• You have experience of audit

• You enjoy a mix of leadership and rolling up sleeves to get hands on 

• You take a pragmatic and dynamic approach to robust financial management

• You can turn complex and dry data, into clear and engaging narrative 

• You have project managed the implementation of new systems (accountancy / CRM / data) and have a good awareness of new technologies

• You are organised, methodical, strong on detail, and able to map out deadlines and plan ahead 

• You are skilled in leading a team and building rapport with people, and strike a balance between being supportive and challenging 

Benefits

You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who works hard but believe in a healthy work/life balance. We were voted one of CODE Hospitality’s happiest places to work in 2024. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you’ll be able to contribute to and draw on various projects and strategic insights.

We offer 33 days of holiday per year including bank holidays, 3 additional office closure days over the Christmas period as well as wellbeing days over the summer school holidays.  We also have a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, enhanced parental leave, and free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice.

We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the Aviva Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.

Application process

In line with our commitment to ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we invite candidates to answer a series of questions related to their day-to-day job. Please follow this link to answer the questions and submit your application along with your CV.

We recommend that you develop your answers offline and copy them in when you’re ready to ensure you don’t lose your work if interrupted.

Your answers will go through our sifting process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers. A long list of candidates will then additionally have their CVs reviewed. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 30 mins online interview. Successful candidates will be invited to attend a second, in-person interview at our office in Brixton, London.

Expected duration of this application process: 7 weeks

First interviews will be held on Thurs 14th Aug.

Second interviews will be held on Weds 20th Aug. 

Finance Business Partner: £500 - £534 per day (Umbrella) | Hybrid | Birmingham

For Europe's largest infrastructure project, based in Birmingham, we are recruiting an interim Finance Business Partner for the Corporate Services Directorate, and specially to partner with the CIO and the IT Directorate. Working within central finance, this role reports to the Senior Finance Business Partner, and provides financial support and critical analytical challenge to directorate business managers and executives to ensure the organisation achieves financial targets and delivers value for money within the budgets set by the comprehensive spending review.

Main Duties:

• Responsible for looking after a portfolio of directorates (HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Facilities) and the corporate expenditure in the monthly financial accounts
• Drive consistent month-end reporting and review of all Corporate Directorate (c£200M)
• Lead business planning and forecasting processes, providing guidance on planning principles and expectations
• Provide Workforce Actual costs and forecast information to inform programme estimates
• Challenge budget holders to achieve workforce objectives
• Supporting Corporate Directors in determining the appropriate disaggregation and delegations to Contracts
• Review financial endorsement of Change and Investments, provide assurance to Finance Director that reporting expenditure and contract payments are appropriate
• Work to NAO Audits as required; Liaise regularly with Corporate Directors, Procurement and Supply Chain, Business Managers, Finance Teams and Corporate Finance Teams

Person Specification:

• CCAB qualified
• Experience in business planning, forecasting, business partnering and corporate finance
• Knowledge of Oracle accounting systems or other similar ERP systems
• Experience in working with Corporate Directors, budget holders, Business Managers, Head of HR, and wider Finance teams
• Ability to interpret financial information and determine IFRS treatment
• Ability to use Excel to analyse large and complex data sets and provide useful management information
• Experience in providing financial information to inform project decisions and cost, schedule, and quality consequences

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

International Medical Corps (UK) is an international humanitarian non-governmental organisation (NGO) with its headquarters in London. IMC UK was incorporated as a company limited by guarantee in England and Wales on July 2, 2002, and registered as a charitable organisation with the Charity Commission on September 19, 2002. Activities commenced on November 1, 2002. IMC UK’s mission is to provide humanitarian assistance, healthcare and training to communities affected by disasters, conflict, and poverty, so they can return to self-reliance. The Charity is an independent affiliate of International Medical Corps, a US-registered non-profit organisation that shares the same mission, and International Medical Corps Croatia, an association registered in Croatia

JOB SUMMARY:

 To deputise for IMC UK Director of Finance and work closely with budget holders and counterparts in Split and LA to provide 'real time' support and analysis, that will assist budget holders and IMC UK in decision-making.

Manage the day to day financial activities of International Medical Corps UK with specific focus on financial management, budgeting and corporate financial planning, and ensuring that the finance team is achieving expected deliverables timely and accurately. 

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Planning

1. Active participation in drafting IMC UK annual budget for board of Trustees approval.

2. Monthly Updates of Rolling Forecast of IMC UK corporate costs. As the responsible finance officer train and regularly collaborate with Budget Managers to ensure that corporate forecasts are accurate, relevant and reliable by ensuring that; b), to confirm that:

2.1.  Staff cost projections – work in collaboration with HR team to ensure that IMC UK staff projections include  hire plans, transfer plans, allocation plans, field deployment, terminations, promotions etc.

2.2 HQ Non Labour Cost Projections – monthly review and cost projections should be updated to reflect IMC UK’s latest plans; For example, Travel budgets should be updated if no travel has taken place during the month and not likely to happen in next 2 months. Professional fees - are there valid consultancy agreements in place or is it still in the pipeline and the lag should be built into.

2.3. Provide SFD with latest IMC UK corporate expenditure position with the following details:

 - Movement on IMC UK costs vs IMC costs

 - Breakdown of fixed costs vs variable costs under IMC UK pipeline

 - New positions projected and salary costs allocations;

 - Service fee analysis by departments and seek explanations on movements from HQ teams of IMC UK affiliates;

 - Work with SFD to ensure IMC UK SMT approval on service fees is obtained;

Financial Control

3. Bookkeeping. Ensure that accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank & general ledger modules are maintained timely & accurately. Ensure that the following are available on file:

3.1. Monthly reconciliation of  payroll data,

3.2. Reconciliation of other control accounts including payroll, accruals, prepayment;

4. Internal Control & Regulations.  Ensure that all relevant procedures are maintained in relation  to a) Procurement process, b) Financial procedures & approvals, c) Sanctions checks d) HMRC Tax - Payroll, Dispensation & VAT tax issues and e) Pensions are adhered to.

4.1. Finance manager shall prepare, plan and deliver training to all relevant staff members on IMC UK's financial,  approval  and allocation processes.

4.2. Maintain an exceptions register with incidences where the proper procedures have not been observed.

5. Banking & Cash Projections. To monitor and update the Finance Director on

5.1 IMC UK banking and sanctions compliance requirements are updated and adhered to;

5.2 IMC UK Cash requirements projections are updated on a monthly basis on the last day of the month;

5.3 intercompany settlements are reviewed and undertaken on a timely manner

5.4  Summary of bank charges by IMC UK bankers are monitored  on a regular basis;

6. FOREX.

6.1.  Work with finance team to ensure that funds in other currencies are transferred into IMC UK functional currency – USD on an urgent basis. 

6.2 liaise with IMC UK bankers to offer effective solutions for transfers to sanctioned countries;

7. Payroll. 

7.1 Staff Cost projections.  Proactively work with HR, to provide input on cost implications for new hires; and update IMC UK’s financial projections systems with cost projections on all changes including  salary changes, increment implementation, benefits and deductions, vacation leaves pay, off-boarding of employees, and pension management.

7.2.  Posting monthly payroll costs to the ledgers.

7.3. Regular monthly payroll reconciliation with differences shared with SFD.

8. Pensions.  –

8.1 Effectively manage IMC UK Pensions Plan contributions in collaboration with HR. 

8.2 Ensure  appropriate and timely pensions contributions are made to pension provider. 

9. Public Donations – with collaboration with the Fundraising team, ensure accurate classifications and coding of restricted & unrestricted funds received;  For new appeals request for finance codes from IMC Finance team.

Financial Reporting

10. Monthly SMT report.  Produce by set date with analysis on income projections, expenditure projections, corporate cost breakdown, donor payments receivables, donor disallowed costs, intercompany balances and variance analysis and clarifications from relevant teams.  The following reports are reviewed to prepare the monthly reports:

• Summary pipeline report

• Shortfall Reports

• DR GR Reports

• Summary of cash inflow in IMC UK bank accounts fortnightly;

• Intercompany balance

• Services fees

11. Quarterly Management Accounts.  Produce within set timeline for board distribution following FD review. The Quarterly Management Account should be accompanied with the following details:

11.1. Valid variance analysis with input from operations and International Finance team

11.2. Detailed breakdown of unrestricted funds received and sources and updated unrestricted income projection;

11.3. Summary of key events affecting the figures reported;

12. Assets –

12.1 Regular update of IMC UK Asset list and annual update to IMC UK asset list with obsolete items;

12.2 VfM is achieved through competitive bidding process

Statutory Audit

13. Provide active support and planning in annual statutory audit undertaken on the company accounts, including:

13.1 assist with drafting of the financial statements for audit;

13.2 analysing and reconciling the underlying reports for the audit preparations;

13.3 Create audit file with back-up transaction details;

1. 13.4 Liaise with other corporate offices to provide inputs;

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by manager. Please note that the duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive. This job description is subject to review to ensure that it reflects the strategic direction requirements of International Medical Corps UK.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A recognized Accountancy qualification and/or related degree including a detailed technical knowledge of UK Financial legislation.

• Experience managing all aspects of financial statements from month end close to preparing financial statements / annual accounts and presentations for boards in a corporate headquarters environment

• Experience of working in the non-governmental sector at HQ level a plus Proven ability to lead, manage, motivate and develop a team; 

• Experience of working in a similar multi- HQ set-up an advantage.

• Ability to actively influence day to day decisions, shaping strategy and the direction of the business

• Ability to demonstrate initiative, be proactive and offer a solution-oriented approach

• Self-motivated, positive attitude, flexible and adaptable to the needs of team and organisations

• Proven track record of change management and influencing the organization

• Ability and willingness to undertake routine administrative tasks

• Ability to develop effective working relationships at all levels internally and externally

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines using multiple accounting software platforms

• Strong analytical skills and a commercial outlook

• Ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and work calmly under pressure

• Accounting for payroll and pensions experience

• Ability to travel on business trip if required

Job title: Interim IT Manager role

Location: A short walk from Moorgate

Duration: 6 months

Pay: £27.47 holiday pay

Hours: Part time – 21 hours a week

Are you an experienced IT Manager looking for part time hours?

Are you passionate about working for an international organisation which helps countries impacted by war and disaster?

If so then this part time IT Manager is the right role for you.
Working closely with the SMG and reporting to the Director of Finance and Resources your role is to do a consistent review of the organisations existing IT processes, procedures, and suppliers.
• You will ensure current suppliers services are maximised and retender where necessary
• Ensure existing processes allow the organisation meet its long term strategic plans
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand where there are gaps in IT services and find suitable solutions
• Ensure the charity gets its Cyber Essential security accreditation
• Create efficiencies in existing IT processes and procedures

The skills you will bring to your role as IT Manager will be your prior experience of working in a similar role ideally in the charity and not for profit sector. Your knowledge of IT best practices and Cyber Essential.
If you are interested in applying for the position of part time IT Manager through TPP Recruitment please do so by sending your CV [email protected]

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Regional Youth and Community Director
OASIS UK – Youth and Community (OCP)

Permanent, full-time post, 40 hours per week, inclusive of breaks 

Salary: £51,959 per annum (£54,669 p.a. London Weighting for London based staff)

At an exciting and key stage in our journey we have the opportunity for Youth and Community Directors to join our team supporting Oasis’ youth and community work in neighbourhoods in the following regions;

- London and South East (North, Central and South London and Kent - five local Oasis charities)

- North West (Greater Manchester – two local charities, and two regionwide youth violence contracts)

- North East (NE Lincs, Humber, Bradford and Sheffield – four local charities)

With accountability to the Oasis CEO for Youth and Community the role of the regional Youth and Community Director will have three main functions:

1 Strategic management oversight of local Youth and Community teams

2 Regional development, working alongside other functions within the Oasis family

3 Being part of the national Youth and Community leadership team

The Youth and Community Director will have strategic management oversight of local Youth and Community teams in the region, providing accountability and support to the local leaders and charity boards. This responsibility area falls into two categories; those the Director is directly responsible for, and those they are responsible for ensuring are carried out by those within their region.

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT

Oasis neighbourhoods are local places of activity that provide integrated, high quality and diverse services to benefit the whole person and the whole community. The Oasis ethos stems from our Christian roots and is an expression of our character - it is a declaration of who we are and therefore the lens through which we assess all we do. This is encapsulated by the following five statements:

a passion to include everyone

a desire to treat everyone equally, respecting differences

a commitment to healthy and open relationships

a deep sense of hope that things can change and be transformed

a sense of perseverance to keep going for the long haul

An Oasis neighbourhood is a community movement and the joining together of all the work Oasis does in any one place, which could include foodbanks, debt advice centres, family support and advice services, healthcare, youth work, children’s work, alongside other Oasis activities in that community, including formal education through Oasis Academies.

The Youth and Community function of Oasis is responsible for the wider community work that takes place within Oasis neighbourhoods, working closely with the other functions of Oasis to outwork our vision. In relation to governance, Oasis Community Partnerships is the national charity, with each local team operating from their own local Oasis charity.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing national organisation, making a difference to communities on a local level, whilst also influencing the national landscape.  As part of the package, Oasis offers:

• A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution
• A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays)

Please contact us to arrange for an informal conversation with our CEO to find out more about the role. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and a covering letter (ensuring you refer to the job description and person spec).

The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK.  Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers to application, please let us know.

Completed applications should be returned by 9AM on Monday 21st July.

Interviews will take place week beginning 28th July. (Shorter more informal calls may be arranged the previous week to assist with shortlisting)

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 08749179

Role:  Head of Finance

Location:Hybrid (on-site 3 days per week in Sheffield)

Our offer to you

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. You will receive:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years
• Hybrid, Flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Health and Wellbeing portal – access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts – you will have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym membership, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping

About Us

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 1,400 employees and over 31,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training and campaigning.  As a charity with rich heritage and a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future. 

St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and mental health first aid. We do this through developing and providing effective community response and outreach services (e.g. Ambulance response & Nighttime Economy) and using our longstanding expertise to empower people with vital clinical skills and the confidence to use them (e.g. our Volunteers and Community Advocates, NHS Cadets and Young Responders programmes). There is also a buoyant social enterprise network which delivers first aid training and supplies medical consumables to businesses and consumers.

Job Summary

We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking finance leader to play a central role in shaping the future of the finance team at St John Ambulance. Reporting to the Finance Director (who reports directly to the CEO), this is a high-impact position at the heart of our finance transformation journey—ideal for a self-motivated, qualified accountant who thrives on change and making an impact.

As a senior leader within the organisation, you’ll be instrumental in driving the evolution of our finance function, leading and developing a large, multi-disciplinary team. You'll bring deep expertise across a broad range of finance disciplines and be excited by the opportunity to embed best practices, streamline processes, and strengthen financial governance.

This is more than a technical role—it's a strategic leadership opportunity. You'll collaborate with senior stakeholders across the organisation and externally, using your communication and influencing skills to shape decision-making and support our charitable mission.

You’ll oversee the delivery of timely, accurate management accounts and play a key role in providing high-quality financial reporting to our Trustees and Finance Committee. You'll also take the lead on our statutory audited accounts, acting as the principal contact for both internal and external auditors.

With additional responsibility for cashflow forecasting, treasury management, tax compliance, VAT, and gift aid, this role ensures St John maintains robust financial governance. While charity sector experience is an advantage, it's your passion for making a difference and your leadership in finance that will set you apart.

About You

• Educated to degree level with a full professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Significant post-qualification experience (PQE) in senior financial accounting roles, with strong technical expertise.
• Proven track record in producing annual statutory accounts and successfully managing external audit processes.
• Extensive experience leading and developing large finance teams within complex organisations, driving performance and accountability.
• Skilled in preparing management accounts, income and expenditure reports, and cash flow forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated success in finance team transformation, implementing process improvements, and enhancing financial controls.
• Experienced in stakeholder engagement at all levels, including Board reporting, and providing expert technical accounting advice to support change and excellence.

About the Role

• Lead statutory and management reporting: Oversee the production of audited statutory financial statements and timely completion of the external audit. Ensure best practice in external financial reporting and take full responsibility for the accuracy and delivery of monthly management accounts.
• Own cash flow and balance sheet management: Lead the preparation of the charity’s monthly rolling cash flow forecast and ensure full ownership of the balance sheet, including timely and accurate reconciliations.
• Strengthen financial controls and working capital: Ensure effective financial processes and controls within transactional teams to manage working capital and drive continuous improvement in financial operations.
• Oversee compliance and tax: Identify, manage and control financial risks, including tax compliance. Provide expert technical accounting advice and ensure the charity remains fully compliant in all taxation matters, including VAT and gift aid.
• Drive counter fraud and governance improvements: Act as the financial lead for the charity’s control environment and counter fraud framework. Champion improvements in fraud awareness, culture, and control.
• Manage key external relationships: Serve as the main contact for the charity’s bankers and investment managers, and act as secretary to the Finance Committee and Investment Advisory Group.
• Optimise treasury and investment performance: Lead treasury activities to maximise returns on working capital and investments, ensuring alignment with the charity’s strategic objectives.
• Develop team and performance culture: Foster a high-performing finance team through regular 1-1s, development reviews, and team meetings. Embed a strong performance management culture in line with St John Ambulance policies.

Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)

If you are a current St John Ambulance employee, please apply here: Click here

For all other candidates, or St John Ambulance volunteers wishing to apply: please apply below

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

St John Ambulance are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive, we have several networks including Multi Culture, Disability and Accessibility, Pride, Family and Carers and Women’s groups.  We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and engender a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately in equality, diversity and inclusion.

St John Ambulance is committed to safeguarding and we promote safe recruitment practice. Therefore, all successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks, including DBS Clearance, as part of the onboarding process, if applicable to the nature of the role

Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.

At Leeds Credit Union, we believe in the power of ethical finance to make a real difference in our communities. With a strong heritage of delivering accessible financial services and a deep commitment to financial wellbeing, we’re seeking a dynamic, strategic, and values-driven Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to take us into our next chapter of growth and impact.

The Role

As CEO, you’ll be the driving force behind the strategic direction and operational success of Leeds Credit Union. You will:

• Be a regulated leader, holding SMF8 level repsonsbilities.
• Provide visionary leadership to a passionate senior management team.
• Champion our mission and values in public forums, media engagements, and stakeholder events.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with local authorities, regulators, partner organisations, and members.
• Lead the organisation through a time of opportunity, challenge, and transformation within the financial services landscape.
• Ensure robust governance, financial sustainability, and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an inspirational leader who is:

✅ Strategically minded – with a proven track record in developing and delivering business strategy.
✅ A natural relationship-builder – confident in representing an organisation at the highest levels.
✅ Experienced in financial services, not-for-profit, or membership-based organisations.
✅ A strong team leader – able to coach, motivate and develop a high-performing executive team.
✅ Commercially astute – with sound judgement and a commitment to ethical finance.
✅ Driven by purpose – someone who sees beyond the bottom line and is passionate about improving lives.

Why Join Us?

At Leeds Credit Union, you’ll find more than just a leadership role – you’ll find a platform to create meaningful impact. With over 37,000 members and a strong community presence, we’re looking for a CEO who sees potential and drives it forward with energy, empathy and excellence.

Ready to Lead Change?

If you’re a strategic, outward-facing leader with a heart for inclusive finance and a head for sustainable growth, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of Leeds Credit Union.

Click apply to register your interest request a candidate pack.

Associate Director of Performance & Programme Delivery

Central London (hybrid, min 2 days per week in St James’s Park)

Salary: £83,538 + benefits (permanent, full time)

Parkinson’s UK are pushing for better, right here, right now. Everyone in the organisation has a crucial role to play as both drivers and enablers of change.  Join them to play your part in making this leading charity Fit for the Future.

Parkinson’s UK is the UK’s leading charity for people with Parkinson’s.  A growing organisation with 605 employees, 4000 volunteers and a projected income of £50m+.  They have a proud history dating back nearly 60 years and are now on a mission to be fit for the future, ensuring the infrastructure, culture, and operating model to drive even more impact for people with Parkinson’s, both now and in the future.

The Operations team plays a key role in driving that mission. Over the coming years they’re modernising systems and processes to ensure they’re fit for now, as well as in the future.  Much of this work is already underway, and they’re now ready to start an exciting new chapter.

They have been working to get themselves in the best shape to deliver that progress over the next few years, and are looking for ambitious, driven, and purpose-led people to join their team of ‘relentless doers’.  To hear more about these exciting new changes and how you can play your part in Parkinson’s UK story, click here to hear from Ben Clarkson, Chief Finance and Operating Officer

About the role

You’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering the charity’s strategy, ensuring all activities are aligned with its mission and objectives. You will focus on establishing project and performance frameworks, measuring impact, and driving continuous improvement across the organisation.

You’ll ensure that KPIs and outcomes are consistently met, aligning with the charity’s strategic aims and working closely with senior leadership and teams to optimise performance and impact.

What you’ll do

• Build and oversee a high-performing project delivery team, focusing on successful and efficient project execution across the charity.
• Establish and oversee a new PMO function, creating governance and performance frameworks, processes, and tools that ensure effective project delivery and performance measurement.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define and track KPIs, ensuring they reflect the charity’s goals and measure both project performance and impact effectively.
• Lead cross-directorate collaboration, fostering strategic alignment and driving organisational impact.

What you’ll bring

• Extensive experience in project management, performance monitoring, and impact evaluation, ideally within the charity or non-profit sector
• Proven track record in building and leading teams focused on project delivery, PMO functions. A solid understanding of performance management is essential, and risk management is desirable
• Significant expertise in establishing, creating and implementing project governance frameworks, tools, and templates to support successful project execution
• Solid understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs) and impact measurement techniques, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights for senior leadership

If this opportunity sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! If you would like more information about the role, please contact Peter Hawkes at Ivy Rock Partners.

Closing date: 8th August

Informal discussion to be held from 1st August

We are working in partnership with Emmaus Village Carlton (EVC), a flagship Emmaus community, who give hope and a sense of belonging to those who have experienced homelessness or social exclusion by creating a safe and supported community and opportunities to develop. They are a respected local charity and social enterprise with a unique self-funded model, and capacity for up to 45 Companions to live and gain work experience on site, who are supported by the staff team and volunteers.

They are now seeking a new Head of Finance, who will be a pro-active member of the Senior Leadership Team and actively contribute to the smooth running and ongoing development of the organisation. The Head of Finance will provide effective leadership of the financial management of EVC, across both the social enterprise and charitable objectives, as well as overseeing administrative and IT support, working closely with the IT support provider and the Administration Assistant to achieve good operational performance.

With a sharp rise in homelessness being seen across the country and the cost-of- living crisis heavily impacting local communities, this is a hugely exciting time to join a dynamic organisation with a strong purpose and unique approach to supporting people experiencing homelessness.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or part qualified with significant relevant experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in financial reporting, financial planning, strategic planning and budgeting.
• 3+ years’ experience in a senior management / leadership role.
• Experience of managing in house payroll systems, including HMRC and pension requirements. 

We are seeking an agile and resilient individual, who is highly self-motivated and demonstrates integrity, compassion and empathy. 

For more information, please contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Associate Director of Charisma Charity Recruitment.Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Location: Emmaus Village Carlton, Bedfordshire, MK43 7LQ / scope for occasional homeworking

Closing date: 17th July 2025

Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by the EOD on the 24th July prior to shortlisting on the 25th July

Interviews with Emmaus Village Carlton: TBC

About NZF

National Zakat Foundation (NZF) gives Muslims around the UK a way to bring their Zakat to life.

It is the only organisation with a nationwide reach that helps Muslims calculate and give Zakat or apply for Zakat.

This is an exciting time to join NZF. With over ten years’ experience in collecting and distributing Zakat in the UK, NZF seeks to help as many people in need as possible with an experience that makes them feel valued members of the Muslim community.

How this post supports NZF’s vision and mission

The post-holder will be responsible for offering support to the Director of Finance and Governance to ensure effective outputs within a high-performance environment, adhering to the highest standards of corporate governance.

The main responsibilities of this role include tracking, collating, and recording essential performance information; providing administrative support for the Board meetings, sub-committees, working groups, senior leadership meetings and team meetings; maintaining governance procedures and ensuring their adherence; and managing and maintaining risk registers.

To succeed in this role, you will have a passion for the non-profit sector. You will be highly organised and diligent, showing great attention to detail. You will be proactive and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. You will have excellent people management skills with the ability to build effective, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ranging from senior managers, directors and external stakeholders. You will be highly motivated, versatile, empathetic, and have a good eye for detail. You will ensure that policies and processes are being implemented effectively across the organisation.

 

Typical Accountabilities of position:

Board and Senior Leadership meetings:

· Maintain a forward-looking calendar of Board, Board Committees and Senior Leadership Team meetings and agenda items and set up the meetings.

· Support line manager to prepare agendas, co-ordinate timely pre-read papers, write minutes, and track agreed actions.

· Maintain consistent Terms of Reference across all Board Committees.

· Provide administrative support to the line manager and Board with recruitment, induction, performance management and succession planning for the Board and Board committees.

· Manage and maintain Trustee documentation to ensure that information is transparent, up to date and readily accessible.

· Provide administrative support to the line manager and Board Chair with a periodic review of the Board, its value and behaviours, practice and operations.

Compliance:

· Ensure compliance with requirements and guidelines of Charity Commission, Companies House and other regulatory bodies.

· Coordinate the narrative, design and approval of the Annual Report and Accounts.

· Ensure appropriate governance information reflected in external communications.

· Ensure full and accurate reporting provided to grant funders.

Governance and risk management

· Support governance within the functions, and ensuring appropriate guidance and advice provided from those functions to the wider team.

· Manage and maintain risk registers across the departments.

Approach

· Comply with relevant legislation and regulation ensuring that good practice is observed.

· Understand and support the vision, mission and aims of NZF.

· Adhere to and champion NZF’s policy and practices on safeguarding.

· Ensure the approach is coordinated with key stakeholders across the organisation.

· Undertake any other duties requested by the line manager commensurate with the role.

Relationships and Stakeholders

· Executive Team, Trustees, Advisors and other staff across the organisation

· External consultants, freelancers, and partners

Why work with NZF?

• Flexible working 

• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity pay 

• Ethical pension 

• Health cash plan (Medicash) 

• Days off for religious holidays 

+ How to apply

Please send a cover letter with a CV. 

The cover letter must show why you are a suitable candidate, demonstrating any relevant knowledge and skils, experience and behaviours that match the requirements for the post. The cover letter should not exceed 2 sides of A4.

 Applications close – Friday 27 June 2025.

Interviews expected – Week Beginning 30 June 2025.

For more information about the role or how to apply, you can click on the job pack Governance Officer Job  on the website ( NZF) under vacancies. 

Note: an application for a DBS certificate wil be submitted in the event of the individual being offered the position. A copy of the Charity’s ‘Hiring policy -ex offenders’ is available on request. 

Join Our Team as an HR Administrator 

Are you an organised, service-driven professional with a heart for people and a passion for purpose? Scripture Union, one of the UK’s most respected children and youth ministry organisations, is looking for a talented HR Administrator to join our team. 

About the role   

We’re Scripture Union (SU), we’re one of the UK’s longest-established children and youth ministry organisations, and we’re looking for a talented Administrator to join our team to support our HR function.

What You'll Do 

• Keep our HR engine running by providing excellent admin support 

• Maintain accurate employee records and databases 

• Help welcome new team members through recruitment and onboarding 

• Support training and policy implementation 

• Champion digital tools to streamline our processes 

• Deliver excellent service in every interaction 

Why Scripture Union 

• Hybrid working (2 days/week in Milton Keynes HQ) 

• Flexible hours (full-time or part-time from 22.5 hours/week) 

• Generous benefits: 23 days holiday + bank holidays + 5 volunteering days, up to 12% pension contribution, life insurance, and enhanced family leave. 

• A supportive, faith-filled environment where your work has eternal impact 

Important things to note before you apply.  

• We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from people, regardless of their background.  

• The Movement takes Safeguarding seriously. This role will require a Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service and has an occupational requirement to be filled by a committed Christian, active in church life. Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9 applies.  

Who We're Looking For: Our Ideal Candidate   

We’re seeking someone who is not just good at what they do, but is  passionate about who we are what we do. Here’s what we envision in the right person: 

• Organised and Driven: You thrive on managing your own workload, setting priorities effectively, and juggling multiple projects with grace and precision.

• Deeply Committed to Faith: You have a strong personal commitment to God and live as an active Christian disciple, bringing your faith into your daily work.

• Process-Oriented: You’re always looking for ways to improve systems and processes, making things more efficient and effective.

• Service-Focused: You believe in delivering first-class service to colleagues and stakeholders, ensuring every interaction is handled with care and  professionalism.

• Digitally Savvy: You embrace digital tools and solutions to streamline HR operations and enhance the employee experience. 

Previous experience in HR is not essential as training and support will be provided to gain HR qualifications. 

As with all our team members, you will also:  

• Be a committed Christian who resonates with Scripture Union's mission and values, actively participating in a local church community.   

• Strive for a strong understanding of the Bible, applying its teachings to your daily life and inspiring others to do the same.   

How to Apply  

• If this describes you, and you are in agreement with the aims and beliefs of Scripture Union, then we would like to hear from you. To apply for this role, download a copy of the job profile. You will need to upload your CV (2 A4 pages max) and a covering letter (2 A4 pages max) detailing how your skills and experience reflect the person specification via Charity Jobs. All screening questions provided as part of your application, must be answered.  

If this describes you, and you are in agreement with the aims and beliefs of Scripture Union, then we would like to hear from you. To apply for this role, in the first instance please send your CV and a Covering letter via CharityJob.  All screening questions provided as part of your application, must be answered.  

Closing date: 31st July 2025. 

Interview date: 12th August 2025.

Interview location: At our Head Offices in Milton Keynes

An exciting position has arisen for a Head of Finance to join an excellent Community Foundation on a permanent basis. The postholder will be reporting directly to the CEO and will be part of the executive team, leading a team of 7.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead, manage and improve the Trust’s finance function and provide accurate, timely and relevant financial reports as required by the CEO
• Be the Executive Lead of the Finance Audit and Risk Committee, ensuring timely papers to the CEO and to the Committee and Board as required
• Ensure the provision and reporting of financial accounts, forecasting and large-scale project/programme budgets
• Oversight of the legal and financial statutory processes in line with the Charity Commission and Companies House requirements, including the annual audit
• Allocating tasks for timely responses and keeping all colleagues abreast of progress
• Monitor, cash flow, reserves, analysis of performance against the organisation’s annual business plan and dashboard as it relates to the finance function
• Contribute to the overall leadership of the Trust and to the Trust’s future strategic and operational planning
• Direct line management of 3 staff, indirectly manage 7
• Ensuring an excellent service to all budget managers, enabling them to make effective use of all systems and monitor and manage their income and expenditure
• To attend the Executive Team meetings and provide reports

Successful candidate profile:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)
• Significant track record in a Head of Finance / FD role for a Charity
• Experience of implementing enhanced reporting tools
• Experience of cost-effective procurement in line with policy
• Extensive staff management experience

Salary: up to £80,000 per annum + excellent benefits

Working pattern:  on site

Hours: 35 per week

Location: West London

Duration: Permanent

Agency Reference Number: J81925

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.