Programme Finance Jobs
We are looking for someone to support CCT’s strategy with the replacement/upgrade of its current digital information systems with a new fit for purpose digital environment and manage the Trust’s move to this new environment.
You will work with all teams within the Trust, across all levels of the organisation, developing and implementing CCT’s Digital Transformation Strategy. You will take the lead in further documentation of the system and recommend a product/suite of products that will achieve the Trust’s Digital Transformation programme.
As Digital Transformation Officer, you will oversee teams that use agile, data-driven, and digital solutions to address the human factors that affect CCT’s capacity to achieve its strategic goals. These factors include how to cultivate, engage, evolve, measure and bring CCT’s workforce along the digital transformation experience.
If you would like to apply for this role, please visit our recruitment portal to begin your application. You will be asked to submit a CV and a short supporting statement (max 2 sides A4) outlining why you’d like to apply and how you fulfil the person specification for this post, so you’ll need to refer to the job description.
If you have any questions, please contact us.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 8am on Monday 10th June.
The interviews will take place in Northampton on Monday 24th June. Please note that the interview date and location have been specifically chosen according to the availability of the panel.
We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the job will be offered an interview.
If you have any queries about this role, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to valid right to work in the UK being provided.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join Us in Empowering Communities
Do you thrive on connecting with others?
Can you see the potential in ideas, even amidst the challenges?
Are you passionate about empowering communities to drive positive change?
Then our Grants Officer vacancy could be for you!
Due to our continued growth and development, we have two exciting job opportunities for 2x Grants Officers to join our team. These roles support local communities and third sector organisations in accessing funding. As a Grants Officer, you won't just be processing applications—you'll be shaping the future of our funds and programmes working with communities and fundholders across the West Midlands.
What You'll Do:
You'll work alongside a team of seven Grants Officers, under the leadership of our Senior Manager – Programmes. Each day, you'll engage with projects, assessing applications, preparing for panel meetings and visiting the initiatives we support.
In your first weeks, we'll welcome you with an in-person induction at our Coventry office. Here, you'll meet your colleagues, shadow panels and dive deep into our grant-making ethos. Beyond the initial period, we welcome hybrid working with the requirement of joining the team in office two days each week – additional office days may be required for high priority meetings and events.
We're looking for people from diverse backgrounds who share our values for community impact. Whether through personal or professional experience, you understand the importance of supporting grassroots organisations and their local communities.
Your Strengths:
- A confident communicator with a collaborative spirit.
- An innovator who values continuous improvement.
- Skilled in managing multiple priorities with autonomy.
- A champion of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Why Join Us:
By working with us, you'll evolve into a skilled Funding Officer, gaining expertise from the leading, independent grant making foundation in the West Midlands and Warwickshire. Our sector offers ample avenues for growth and development and gives you the chance to give back to real people, with real stories.
At the Foundation, we champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds—ethnic minorities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, persons with disabilities or health conditions, and those from diverse socio-economic and educational backgrounds.
If you're ready to turn your passion into purpose, we invite you to join our team and contribute to creating a fairer, happier and healthier Midlands.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Holocaust Educational Trust (HET) are pleased to be exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell in their search for a Finance Director to join their close-knit, dynamic team on a permanent basis, in this newly revamped role. The Holocaust Educational Trust’s mission is to ensure that people from every background are educated about the Holocaust and the important lessons to be learned for today.
They are seeking an experienced, strategic accounting professional to work with the Treasurer, Chief Executive and Managing Director, to devise and implement the Trust’s finance strategy, to ensure they have the resources they need to deliver their charitable objectives. The Finance Director will be responsible for ensuring an effective finance function; leading on the financial management of the Trust; overseeing financial compliance and governance; and the development and oversight of our Financial Strategy.
The organisation:
HET work to make sure that the millions who were murdered in this dark period of history are remembered, and honour those who survived and continue to tell the world of their experiences. Since 1988, the Holocaust Educational Trust has worked with schools, universities and communities around the UK to raise awareness and understanding of the Holocaust.
Through their flagship programme, the Lessons from Auschwitz Project, tens of thousands of young people have had the opportunity to see for themselves the site of the former Nazi concentration and death camp Auschwitz-Birkenau. They return inspired and passionate about ensuring that the legacy of the Holocaust continues for generations to come.
The key duties of the Director of Finance are as follows:
- Support the CEO and Senior Leadership Team in developing HET's organisational strategy and plans, ensuring they are financially sustainable.
- Play a key role in the senior management team and attend and present at various Committee and Board meetings.
- Prepare and present accurate and timely financial data and supporting narrative including strategic plans, budgets, management accounts, and live forecasts, updated monthly or as required.
- Support in the creation of, and challenging on, departmental budgets; presenting budget to Board and budget holders.
- Lead on the financial side of grant and contract reporting and applications.
- Work with the wider team to ensure procurement procedures are getting value for money and contracts are financially sound.
- Maintaining a high standard of strict internal controls.
- Ensuring financial policies are complete; reviewed and updated.
- Effectively line manage the Finance Manager and support their, and the wider Finance team’s, development.
- Support the Finance team in the implementation and use of the new Finance System.
The successful candidate will have:
- A recognised accounting qualification.
- Significant strategic and business planning experience, scenario planning and investment management.
- Expert knowledge of financial control procedures, SORP and charity accounting.
- Experience of presenting complex financial information to Trustees and Board of Management as well as to non-finance managers.
- Proven leadership skills and management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including sound report writing and presentation skills.
- Experience in new systems implementation / change management.
This is a hybrid role based in London, offering the potential to work from home up to three days per week. It presents a full time opportunity, although 0.8 FTE will be considered for the right candidate. The closing date for applications is on Sunday 2nd June with first stage interviews taking place the week commencing the 10th June. Applications will be under continuous review before then so please don’t delay in submitting your CV for consideration!
Application Closing Date: 21st June 2024 at 23:00 GMT
Location: Remote within the UK through a hybrid work model preferred; strong preference for individuals in the greater London area to ensure team continuity and collaboration with episodic in-person office days in London as needed and prescribed by the organisation. This role requires applicants to be able to show that they have the right to work in the UK.
Term: Full Time- 35 hours a week
Organisation: Global Greengrants Fund UK
Salary: Salaries at Global Greengrants Fund UK (GGF UK) are dependent on applicable salary scales, and internal pay policies including equity considerations, and budget. Due to how salary negotiations perpetuate existing structural inequities, GGF UK has moved away from salary negotiation processes for any candidate. Our best offer for this position is £42,500 per annum.
Benefits: We are in the process of improving our benefits package, to include a 10% pension contribution, remote and flexible work arrangements, generous family and sick leave, an employee assistance programme, health and life insurance, death in service x 4 salaries, income protection, and annual leave of 28 days plus all UK bank holidays.
About Global Greengrants Fund
Global Greengrants Fund (GGF) supports grassroots activists and civil society organisations around the world working to address environmental and social justice in over 160 countries. GGF applies a participatory and decentralised model in making grants to grassroots groups through regional and thematic boards of advisors, global partner networks, and independent funds, to support grassroots environmental and social justice action. Global Greengrants Fund believes solutions to environmental harm and social injustice come from people whose lives are most impacted. Every day, our global network of people on the frontlines and donors comes together to support communities to protect their ways of life and our planet. Because when local people have a say in the health of their food, water, and resources, they are forces for change.
Global Greengrants Fund comprises two organisations located in the USA, Global Greengrants Fund Inc (established in 1993), and Global Greengrants Fund UK (established in 2012). The two organisations work closely together with a shared grantmaking programme and strategic collaboration at the senior leadership level. GGF UK consists of nine staff members working on fundraising and influencing philanthropy; finance; communications; and operations, with all of these functions operating autonomously but in close collaboration with their US counterpart functions.
In 2024, Global Greengrants Fund is amid a strategic journey in which we collectively centre our values, including diversity, equity and inclusion, and organisational care in our work, and to rediscover our identity and potential after 30 years of work. We have experienced tremendous growth over the past two years and we are thoughtfully, yet rapidly, growing our annual grantmaking, our philanthropic advocacy, and our global partnerships and collaborations to new levels. This includes creating a globally networked learning organisation and transforming our organisational culture to be more collaborative and self-steering – we call this our transformative journey. The Finance and Grants Officer needs to understand the challenges and opportunities that come with these transformations and can remain flexible, steady, and adaptable.
The Role
Global Greengrants Fund UK is looking to hire an energetic and passionate individual who will play a key role in collaborating across teams to support finance and grantmaking. They are responsible for the smooth running of all transactional processes for grants, payments, reconciliations, and financial reporting. They will also lead on any applicable system enhancements thus offering a critical and wide-ranging systems support role for the grantmaking charity. They will ensure that financial transactions are properly allocated, recorded, and maintained and assist in the preparation of audit data as well as supporting project reporting to aid in the preparation of the annual statutory audit and project reports.
As part of the finance and operations team, they will join a growing team currently staffed by four members in the UK. In the present accountability structures, the Finance and Grants Officer, GGF UK is line managed by the Director of Finance and Operations, GGF UK while building and working in more collaborative ways.
The Candidate Profile
The successful applicant will have significant relevant experience in a similar role in a charitable, environmental, development, social justice, feminist, gender, human rights, and/or grantmaking organisation. They demonstrate knowledge and experience in charity/nonprofit grant accounting/financial issues and dealing with both financial and grant information and processes, understand accounting principles, and have knowledge of accounting, grantmaking, and budgeting processes. They have cash management, banking, and payment experiences. They demonstrate excellent administrative and organisational skills, and the ability to ensure the accuracy of work and demonstrate precise attention to detail. They will have the skills to give, receive, and work with feedback constructively. They also thrive in a virtual environment, motivated to take on challenges and collaboratively find innovative and creative solutions. Multiple language skills would be ideal, while English fluency is a must.
The right candidate will understand GGF’s core values and be committed to the guiding principles and mission of GGF and ensure they uphold them in the way they take up the responsibilities of the role.
How to Apply
Applications need to be submitted through GGF UK’s recruitment platform (Rippling) by June 21st, 2024 at 23:00 GMT. To apply, please apply via the link in the 'apply via website' button which will redirect you to GGF UK's recruitment platform (Rippling) and a detailed job description. You will be required to upload a current CV and complete a set of screening questions which will need to be submitted in English. If you’re intrigued by this position but feel like you don’t fit the profile precisely, please still apply.
We thank all those who apply, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Accounts Assistant
Salary: £16,197 (FTE £26,994)
Letchworth Garden City/ home working (hybrid)
Part time (21 hours a week)
Permanent
Flexible working considered
We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our Finance Team and cover all purchase ledger systems. If you have an eye for detail and have experience in working in a finance environment we would like to hear from you.
Join our friendly team
We are looking for someone with that has experience in a finance environment and has attention to detail. We would like you to have good communication and relationship building skills, who will enjoy working with others to provide a first-class finance service. Full training on our IT systems will be given, so please apply even if you feel that you do not meet all the criteria listed.
Our charity
The MS Trust is a UK charity which is here to help everyone make sense of MS. We are here for everyone affected by MS, from the moment of diagnosis and throughout their journey. We're here today, tomorrow and every day after that.
The role
This role works within the Finance Team, and looks after the purchase ledger, ensuring the smooth process of purchase orders and invoices. You will look after the purchase management system and support the wider team to use the system effectively. You will check the VAT coding and prepare the VAT return.
What we can offer
· 25 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays, which increases with length of service to 30 days.
· Company pension with enhanced employer contribution. Salary sacrifice scheme available.
· Death in service benefit.
· Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
· Sick pay.
· Hybrid working.
· Employee assistance programme
· Fantastic office location with free parking, local to town centre and train station. Good transport links to London and Cambridge.
· Learning and development policy to develop all staff.
· Cycle to work scheme, volunteering day and season ticket loans.
To find out more and apply
Please visit our website to download a job pack and application form (CVs will not be considered).
As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), we appreciate your time completing the form, as this allows us to keep our recruitment process fair and neutral.
Closing date: 10 June 2024 9am
First Interviews: 17 June 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking to recruit an experienced Finance Director / Manager, with leadership skills, line-management experience and an understanding of charity accounting, to join a dynamic and professional team working in a military environment.
Please see the attached Job Description for further details on the role.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential:
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACMA, ACCA, CIPFA)
Excel spreadsheet skills
Experience of budget preparation and preparing monthly management accounts
Clear understanding of risks relevant to the finance environment and controls required to mitigate risks
Good written and verbal communication skills
Strong leadership skills
You will have experience as a Finance Director / Manager, leadership and line-management experience and an understanding of charity accounting.
Desirable:
Experience of working in the Not For Profit sector and knowledge of the Charities SORP.
Knowledge of Sage accounting system
Experience of HR management
Personal Qualities
A committed Christian who subscribes to Aggie’s 'Statement of Faith.'
Passionate, dedicated and committed to delivering a customer-focussed finance service.
Excellent communication skills to drive engagement with finance issues and manage change effectively.
Prioritise and deliver effectively with your values at the core of your decision making.
You will have excellent written and verbal skills and be able to communicate with all levels within the organisation.
Our Values
Inclusive - Aggie’s treats all members of the Royal Navy (Including the Royal Marines and Royal Fleet Auxiliary) and their families with respect and dignity.
Safe and Welcoming - Aggie’s provides a safe and welcoming, hospitable space: Aggie’s listens; it does not judge; it is not part of the chain of command.
Motivated by the love of Jesus - Aggie’s staff live out their faith by showing care and compassion for those of all faiths and none.
Other Information
The role offers hybrid working opportunities which can be discussed and explained during the recruitment process.
The promotion of the efficiency of the Royal Navy and the advancement of the Christian faith
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity to join the South East River's Trust's Finance and Operation's Team. The team supports the organisation with a broad range of financial and administrative tasks, to ensure its smoothed running, development and growth. The role would suit an individual with a financial background, who is approachable and organised, with excellent attention to detail, able to work on their own or as part of a team.
The role will report directly to the Finance Manager and will provide support in administering all financial controls and processing for the organisation. The successful applicant will come from a financial background and have a strong understanding of financial principles with an accounting qualification. They will have experience in bookkeeping, reconciling accounts as well as dealing with banking, grant applications and expenses. Whilst this role focuses on the financial aspects of SERT, it will also play a key part in supporting with the set up of IT equipment, new financial systems and general IT queries, with help from our external IT supplier.
To be successful, they will need to be able to multitask, have excellent communication skills and the ability to support and advise staff across all teams. They will need to have a positive attitude, be proactive and supportive in assisting the whole team with other administrative tasks as and when required. This role is predominantly working from home, with at least one day per week working in the office in Leatherhead.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a small dynamic team, sitting at the heart of the organisation, making a real difference for the environment and the rivers in the south east of England. This is a full time position, however part time working of 4 days per week (0.8FTE) would be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Join the mission to protect our planet's future by becoming our new HR Manager. Synchronicity Earth is a growing organisation with an expanding team, and we are now looking for an experienced HR Manager to take ownership of all HR function within the team and organisation, building on the structures already in place to ensure we are a supportive and dynamic place to work.
Reporting directly to the Head of Relationships & Operations, this new role will bring together all current HR function, focussing at first on streamlining our processes from recruitment to performance review, as well as ensuring we have all necessary policies and guidance in place. The role will also be responsible for developing the skills and welfare of our team, creating a strong Learning & Development programme which supports career development at all levels.
Synchronicity Earth’s mission is clear: we blend passion and action to provide safe havens for endangered species, support communities living in harmony with nature, and turn conservation into a worldwide effort. By joining, you're not just taking part; you're weaving your own story into a future that's brighter and sustainable for all.
We understand that life sometimes takes unexpected turns, and we welcome candidates who may have taken a career break. Your unique experiences and fresh perspective will only enhance our team's diversity and strengthen our ability to tackle the complex challenges facing our planet.
Key responsibilities will include the following:
- Work with the Board and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to assess capacity gaps across the organisation and how best to fill them.
- Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle (recruitment, onboarding and offboarding).
- Provide support, guidance, and advice for managers in conducting and concluding employee relations cases, including absence, performance management, disciplinary and grievance cases, ensuring adherence to policy.
- Coordinate and administer company benefits (including health benefit), and research other ways to improve our employee experience.
- Create and manage organisation-wide and individual employee learning programmes.
- Be independent point of contact for entire team for all welfare and professional issues, providing guidance on support available.
- Support Synchronicity Earth’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Working Group.
- Review our staff handbook, and company HR policies and procedures ensuring they are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect relevant legislation and best practice.
- Be first point of contact with HR & HSE consultants.
- Identify and implement (subject to budget) suitable HR systems that will help to automate Synchronicity Earth’s’ processes and lead to greater self-service of HR matters.
About you
Essential skills and experience
- Level 5 CIPD qualified.
- A proven track record in managing and HR function.
- Experience of developing new policies and procedures for an organisation in line with current best practice.
- Experience of supporting individuals to develop their skill base and careers.
Candidates from Black, Asian, and Minority-Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds and people with disabilities with the above essential criteria who opt-in to our Guaranteed Interview Scheme will enter the first recruitment stage, see more information below.
Your development: skills and experience from this role
The following list is meant to provide guidance for your application while also demonstrating the type of skills and experience you will utilise and develop as part of this role. If there is anything here which you currently have no experience in, but would like to develop, then this would be a great role for you. Please let us know in your application if any of these in particularly appeal to you, or you have some experience already.
- Experience of managing and delivering Health Benefit schemes.
- Line Management experience.
- Coaching and mentoring experience. For the right candidate we would consider supporting a candidate to achieve the Level 7 CIPD through the Government Apprenticeship scheme.
- Experience or training in developing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion practices within an organisation.
- Strategic and creative thinking, problem solving with minimal supervision and embedding new ideas within organisations.
- Excellent listening skills and willingness to support others.
Application & Recruitment Process
Inclusion is a priority throughout our workplace culture and is embedded in our recruitment process (we are actively still seeking to improve it through employee and candidate suggestions). For example, the first stage of recruitment will be anonymised to mitigate against unconscious bias. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds for this role, particularly non-graduates, and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Please let us know at any stage during the recruitment process if you have any accessibility requirements, we can accommodate for you, and which pronouns you would like to be referred to by.
How to apply:
- Fill in our candidate survey (Please see 'HR Manager - Recruitment Pack' for more information).
- Submit a cover letter (one side of A4) outlining any relevant skills and experience you have for this role, why it interests you, and any skills that you would like to develop in this role, with your CV (no longer than two sides of A4) via Charity Jobs. Applications should be addressed to Victoria Steele.
Right to Work: The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the UK till at least the end 2028. We cannot accept applicants who require visa sponsorship for this role.
Closing date for applications: 12th June 2024, 12noon
Expected interview dates:
- First Stage Interviews (zoom): 17-21st June 2024 (TBC)
- Second Stage Interviews (in-person): 24-25th June 2024 (TBC). Step free access and accessible bathroom available.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
We recognise that people from Black, Asian, and Minority-Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds and people with disabilities are under-represented in our sector, and that there are often additional barriers present for people from these groups when applying for roles in the charity sector and beyond. We aim to apply the same dedication to a flourishing diversity of people and wildlife on our planet through our programmes and in our working environment and strive to make this environment open and inclusive for everyone.
For more information about the role and Synchronicity Earth, please see the HR Manager - Recruitment Pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Royal Opera House continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. As a charity we could not plan for our next programme of artistic work, or our community and outreach projects, without the support of our philanthropists and members. As an organisation we are committed to ensuring that all philanthropists and members enjoy a rewarding relationship with the Royal Opera House.
The Development and Advocacy Department are looking for a Philanthropy Coordinator to join the team. This is a growth role which is testament to the dynamism in our philanthropic endeavours and the continued need to supplement our income through the relationships with our supporters. This is a pivotal role within the team, and you will be able to learn about the full range of activities undertaken by the Philanthropy Managers. You will have a varied workload including correspondence, meticulous diary management, planning for and issuing invitations to events, following up on arrangements and assisting at fundraising events. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled administrator who is looking to grow and develop their career in a sector leading Philanthropy Team.
This role will suit a candidate who is a strong team player, happy to pitch in and support with a variety of tasks as required. You will be able to work both independently and as part of the wider team, showing initiative but also taking direction. You will be a confident communicator who can deal with people at all levels.
Please note, this role may be known in other organisations as: Fundraising, Development, Supporter Administrator/Coordinator.
A full job description and ROH information pack is attached below.
Closing date for applications: 8am, Thursday 27th June 2024
First stage online interviews will be held w/c 1st July 2024
Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Global Health 50/50 is seeking a Communications Executive to drive awareness of our work and catalyse change among our target audiences. This is an exciting role that involves working across the marcoms spectrum and encompasses digital marketing, social media, website and media management, press engagement, SEO, and reporting.
You will have an opportunity to have a truly tangible impact on important social justice issues across the world through your work.
About Global Health 50/50:
Global Health 50/50 (GH5050) is an independent, evidence-based initiative dedicated to advancing action and accountability for global gender equality. GH5050’s mission is to enhance health, wellbeing, and social justice through the promotion of human rights, with a particular focus on gender equality. We achieve this by conducting rigorous research, disseminating valuable findings, and providing information, guidance, and advocacy.
We fulfil our mission by:
- Informing global discourse with the world’s most comprehensive index on gender equality across organisations active in health, law, and finance, including their respective policies.
- Inspiring a vision of a new standard for gender equality across global health, finance, and legal systems.
- Inciting a movement to demand and implement policies that promote gender equality in the workplace and in global health, financial, and legal programmes.
Role Summary:
The Communications Executive will work closely with the Head of Communications and Advocacy to implement our communications and media strategy, contributing to organisational, engagement, and brand awareness goals.
You will manage digital channel growth, content calendars, and deliver social media plans to enhance our digital presence and position as experts in global health, social justice and gender equality.
You will create engaging content and ideas for data promotion and brand awareness campaigns, and support the press office function with media engagement throughout the year.
Skills & Experience:
Essential (1-3 years) experience:
- as a communications professional – you have a motivational, engaging style and can draw out information and ideas from others.
- in SEO implementation: Conduct keyword research to guide content creation, optimise website and article content for search engines, and monitor, analyse, and report on website SEO performance.
- in social media channel and content management, growing audiences, increasing visibility and engagement.
- in email marketing: Design and execute email marketing campaigns to engage Global Health 50/50’s audience, drive traffic to the website, and promote events or publications. Segment email lists and personalise content to increase effectiveness.
- in digital marketing, creating advertising campaigns across digital platforms.
Desirable experience:
- Experience in the charity/not-for-profit sector with a digital communications background.
Skills:
- Talented wordsmith – able to engage different audiences through website, publications, or social media.
- Enthusiastic with a collaborative approach to achieving goals through knowledge-sharing and effective delegation.
- Excellent at building rapport and developing good working relationships.
- Multi-tasker with a focus on goal achievement.
- Innovative, practical, and creative problem-solver – big picture thinker who responds quickly to varied activities and changing conditions.
- Confident use of Content Management Systems.
Knowledge:
- Experience tailoring communication messages to key audiences and channels in all sections of the community, including media.
- Understanding of the digital landscape and working knowledge of audience growth strategies on these channels
- Working knowledge of word press and social media managements tool such as Sprout or Hootsuite
How to apply & further details:
Please review the full job description for information on the application process.
Please note: Applications without cover letters will not be considered. Applicants will be assessed against their ability to demonstrate how they meet the skills & experience criteria.
We want to know in your application…
- What excites you about working with GH5050?
- What experience and knowledge would you bring and how do you meet the criteria for the role?
The deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 10th June. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
Requirements:
- Evidence of 'right to work' in the UK
- Three professional references upon offer of employment
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Finance Business Partner
Based at: Flexible – hybrid working. London based
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week (open to flexible or part-time working)
Salary: Band 5 (c£49,000)
Department: Finance
It’s a very exciting time to join the Ramblers. We have been instrumental in helping Britain experience the great outdoors for almost 90 years. But we are looking to the future, not the past.
We know not everyone has the same access to the outdoors, so we’re continue to fight for change. We campaign, protect paths and lead walks so no matter who you are, you can enjoy the benefits of getting out into the fresh air and wide-open spaces.
We need your drive, knowledge, skills, and creativity to help us raise awareness of the Ramblers and what we stand for, helping the charity grow its supporter base and meet our brand goals. Ultimately, you will help open up the joys and wellbeing benefits of walking to many more people.
About us
You might know us for our group walks, thousands of which take place every week across England, Scotland and Wales.
But there’s a lot more to the Ramblers. Since 1935, we’ve been fighting for the public’s right to enjoy Britain’s landscapes. We do it through campaigning for changes in legislation, opening up green routes in cities, maintaining paths and signposts, saving lost paths … and so much more.
Purpose of Role
The Finance Business Partner is the bridge between Finance and the other Directorates we support. The focus of the role is to provide finance expertise to budget holders to help them to understand their financial information and make informed decisions about their areas.
It is someone who truly partners with budget holders, to understand the key drivers, needs and priorities of different areas of the organisation and works with the relevant stakeholders to deliver our ambitious strategic goals.
The role
Support to budget holders:
- Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of all areas of the organisation.
- Establish strong relationships with and become the finance point of contact for budget holders with queries.
- Review monthly performance with budget holders and agree any revisions that are needed.
- Provide high quality financial support and training to budget holders on processes to develop effective budget management and controls.
- Implement and maintain strong business processes to support record-keeping, analysis, and good decision-making.
Monthly reporting process:
- Support the Head of Finance with month end process, to include: reconciliation of legacy funding with outsourced support organisation, accruals and prepayments.
- Run and review cost centre reports prior to sharing with budget holders.
- Distribute cost centre reports to budget holders and discuss variances .
- Compile incorrect transactions from budget holders and post correcting journals. Investigate reasons for mispostings and instigate corrective action.
- Produce management accounts and related variance analysis for Executive Leadership Team.
Budget and quarterly forecasts:
- Lead and coordinate the annual budget process, 3-year planning and quarterly reforecasting.
- Produce templates and guidance to support budget holders with budgeting and forecasts.
- Arrange meetings to discuss and support budget holders with completion of templates.
- Work with the Chief of Staff to align the annual budget and business planning processes.
Funder proposals and reports:
- Support Fundraising team and Programme implementation teams with proposals to funders.
- Work with budget holders to develop and maintain list of funding, timelines and reporting requirements.
- Prepare financial reports for external funders.
Ongoing support:
- Work closely with the Fundraising team to improve and strengthen reconciliations, reporting and system links between the CRM system (Salesforce) and the Finance System.
- Develop and deliver training to staff and volunteers on finance processes and understanding financial information.
- Support with the development and monitoring compliance of the financial policies and processes and controls.
- Support Finance process improvement activities.
Finance team tasks:
- Creation of and running reports and transaction queries from SUN systems using Q&A.
- Managing quarterly VAT return process.
- Support annual external audit to include preparation of schedules and financial statements/notes.
Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required of the post holder by the Ramblers.
The person
Qualifications
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CiPFA or equivalent formal qualification) or in the final stage of qualification.
Knowledge and Experience
- Substantial experience of charity fund accounting (SORP).
- Knowledge & extensive experience of finance systems (SUN systems desirable)
- Knowledge of CRM systems (Salesforce desirable).
- Experience of business partnering in the charity sector, working with budget holders to prepare departmental and project budgets and forecasts.
- Experience of communicating complex financial information effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
- Substantial experience of producing management accounts and variance analysis.
- Experience of working collaboratively and in partnership with individuals, groups, organisations and stakeholders internally and externally.
- Experience of dealing with charity VAT.
Skills and Leadership
- Ability to interpret complex data and apply problem solving techniques when required.
- Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills, with an emphasis on negotiation.
- Confident and adept operating at management and peer to peer level.
- Advanced Excel user.
- Technical support to junior members of the finance team.
Personal Attributes
- Enthusiastic and collaborative approach
- Ambitiouswith a growth mindset.
- Curious, wanting to question, understand
- Pro-active, problem-solving and solution focused.
- Communicate clearly, effectively and honestly.
- Open and approachable with a ‘can do’ attitude
- Commitment to excellence and being part of a high performing team
- Motivated by the work of the Ramblers.
The Ramblers promote diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Values and Behaviours
Our values are the core principles that guide us daily in our work and our membership of the Ramblers. We all share the passion that walking is for everyone and by living our shared values we can ensure the Ramblers is an organisation to be proud of. Our values will earn trust for the Ramblers brand which will allow us to open up a world of walking opportunities for even more people.
Inclusive – We make everyone feel welcome and part of the Ramblers community. We make sure we all feel respected and accepted and know our contributions make a difference in achieving our mission.
Inspiring – We strive to inspire people through the way we act and the things we say. We channel our passion and ambition so others are moved to help us achieve our mission.
Empowering – We empower and encourage each other to make a positive contribution to our teams and the Ramblers. We do all we can to make sure everyone has the ability, and feels confident, to take action.
Responsible – We take responsibility for ourselves and those around us seriously, by always acting in a safe and supportive way. We care about the environment and make sure we do what we say we will do.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Since its creation in 1987 Education for Health has been providing education and training to Healthcare Professionals. We provide a range of Higher Education courses from Certificate to a full master’s programme along with a growing range of Essentials, Refreshers and webinars across a range of long term conditions.
During the pandemic we created a new model of delivery – an interactive blended online learning model (IBOL), enabling people to access their learning at a time and a pace that suits them. This is supplemented by live interactive webinars and recorded lectures.
Director of Finance and Organisational Performance
£70,000 per annum
Hybrid, 2 dpw in Warwickshire
Full-time, permanent
This is a pivotal time for the charity; the pandemic had an adverse impact on our income as weary healthcare professionals had no time or energy to devote to training. However, it provided us with an ideal opportunity to refresh our products using state of the art authoring tools and develop a new Learning Management System (LMS). The result was an ambitious automation programme, organisational restructure and functional realignment.
As a member of the Executive Team, the Director of Finance and Organisational Performance will use their experience, ideas, and knowledge of finance and organisational performance to lead Education for Health’s Finance, Systems, Information, Data and People functions to fulfil our business plan, supporting healthcare professionals to improve health outcomes.
We are looking for candidates who can offer:
• An accountancy qualification (CCAB qualified)
• Senior leadership experience with a track record of delivering ambitious goals in fast-moving organisations across a broad portfolio of functions including finance and technology.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with clear commitment to collaborative working and able to build strong and effective internal relationships.
To find out more and to apply please click on the link to the role on the Prospectus website.
Closing date: 12th June 2024 (midnight)
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About Us
Inspire is a charity based in East London. We inspire children and young people across London and beyond, using data to understand the barriers they face and connecting them with a range of employers and opportunities to open doors to their success.
We have over 30 years of experience in delivering high quality services and programmes to children, young people, schools, local authorities and employers. Working alongside our large network of employer volunteers, we design and deliver programmes that inspire and support children and young people to create a positive future for themselves in their journey from the classroom to workplace. We provide them with independent careers guidance, high aspirations and strong employability skills.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Partnerships Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Business Development Team and make a significant contribution to delivery of the charity’s high quality services to children and young people, providing them with opportunities and inspiration to enable them to achieve their potential, create a positive future for themselves and open doors to their success.
If you are self-motivated, enthusiastic and confident with experience in successfully securing, managing and developing partnerships from initial prospect research through to contracting and ongoing management, then this role is for you. Working alongside the Director of Business Development and Partnerships, you will support and contribute to the charity’s business development strategy with responsibility for managing activity including raising funds for Inspire from a range of sources including corporate partnerships, community fundraising, trusts and foundations.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
1. Writing and submitting applications for new funding to statutory bodies, trusts, foundations and corporates.
2. Researching funding opportunities, competitors and market trends.
3. Developing and maintaining an annual calendar of community fundraising activities.
4. Identifying new business development opportunities and developing a pipeline of opportunities and proposals.
5. Management and growth of Inspire's entry to mid-level corporate partnerships.
6. Working with delivery team colleagues to ensure funders’ reports are completed on time and to a high standard.
Benefits
29 days annual leave plus bank holidays
3 volunteering days per year
Family friendly policies
Hybrid working arrangements
If you have the skills and desire to join our team, please see our job description for further details.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply for this role, please provide your CV and a covering letter outlining why you are suitable for the role, clearly addressing the requirements of the person specification.
Closing date
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. We will review applications as we receive them and aim to appoint as soon as we meet the right person. We reserve the right to close the application process early if we find a suitable candidate.
Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants.
Inspire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance and operations manager – Job Description
We are seeking a thoughtful, compassionate, and experienced finance and operations manager. This is a new role in an expanding team that will contribute to the senior leadership of the organisation and be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the charity, with a focus on financial management.
Our new Finance and Operations Manager will work closely with the CEO to set and manage the organisation’s strategic plan, drive strategic initiatives, manage resources, and foster a positive and reflective workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
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Leadership and Team Management
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Embody the values of The Magpie Project and support the CEO to maintain the core vision and principles of the organisation in all its activities.
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Support the CEO in overseeing the day-to-day activities of the charity, including deputising for her when appropriate.
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Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders (donors, community partners, other non-profit organisations), and identify opportunities for collaboration and partnership to enhance the organisation’s impact and reach.
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Represent The Magpie Project externally where appropriate.
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Foster a positive and reflective workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
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Implement best practices and internal systems to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
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Line-manage three staff members – Kitchen Manager, Donations Manager, and Fundraising Manager – in accordance with existing support and supervision structure.
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Financial Management
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Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including all incoming and outgoing payments and invoices, and maintain accurate records in line with financial best practise.
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Develop and manage the annual budget and produce management accounts to provide regular reports to the CEO and board of trustees throughout the year.
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Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for donors.
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Coordinate annual financial audits and ensure timely submission of annual accounts to the Charity Commission.
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Maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure internal controls are compliant with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and reporting requirements.
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Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure sufficient funds are available for day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives, identifying and mitigating potential risks.
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Liaise with off-site payroll provider and make monthly payroll payments.
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Oversee management of petty cash, including ensuring there is sufficient petty cash to cover travel money and emergency grants expenses at sessions.
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Develop and oversee processes for the distribution of emergency hardship grants, in line with donor expectations and best practice in record keeping.
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Operational Management
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Support the CEO in the strategic direction and operational management of the charity, including planning, service design, programme management, HR, and workforce development.
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Develop and maintain relevant internal policies.
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Lead on risk management within the organisation, identifying potential risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.
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Maintain relationships with external suppliers including DBS service providers, insurers, telephone and internet, banking, and software technicians.
Person Specification
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Experience in a senior finance role in a charity, including budgeting, forecasting, and day-to-day financial management.
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Specific knowledge of charity regulation and financial compliance with the charity commission and other regulators.
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High level of interpersonal and emotional intelligence to enable a trauma informed, reflective and calm working environment.
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Experience overseeing or supporting internal operations, including line-management, preferably within a charity.
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Experience of strategic planning, with the ability to think critically and creatively.
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Willingness to engage in co-production and co-design to include those with lived experience in all levels of planning, service design and governance, a bonus.
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Ability to build positive relationships with external stakeholders at every level.
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Commitment to The Magpie Project’s mission and values, with a passion for working in non-profit organisations to create positive social impact.
Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including TEAMS, Outlook, Xcel, Word, Sharepoint.
Knowledge of Salesforce or other CRM programme.
The National Youth Orchestra is the UK’s leading organisation championing orchestral music as a powerful agent for teenage development. We activate teenagers’ confidence, optimism, and abilities to play their part in the world today, through orchestral music.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious fundraiser to join our team as Head of Philanthropy. This pivotal role oversees major giving, trusts and foundations, corporate sponsorship, and legacies. You would be joining us at a crucial time as we embark on our Open Up strategy which has huge potential to unlock new areas of philanthropic giving. With a new brand identity, a growing programme and effective CRM infrastructure, you will have a strong foundation for success.
The successful candidate will have a passion for helping young people fulfil their potential and be enthusiastic about seeing the impact that their work has on teenage musicians across the UK. As well as being able to create compelling proposals and bids, you will be highly organised, collaborative and entrepreneurial, able to build strong relationships and understand the importance of exceptional donor care.
You would be joining a supporting, friendly and dynamic staff team who are passionate about music and young people. The role is based at NYO’s spacious and light offices near Holborn in central London and hybrid working is standard. The role will engage with NYO's UK-wide concerts and activities. NYO offers a season ticket loan scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, health cash plan and a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.
Deadline for applications: Monday 17 June 2024 at 10am.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.