Do you want to and take ownership of a well-known charity's regional finance function?

Would you want to lead a large team and manage financial performance by influencing key senior staff?

Does analysing and communicating long term financial strategy across the business sound appealing to you?

The Role

This is a pivotal position for this well-known large charity in order to deliver the financial goals and objectives across their region. The key responsibilities will be:

• Leading a team in order to deliver the charity's business plans and provide opportunities for development and growth for staff in the team
• Manage the full budgeting process including all business planning cycles and forecasting on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Communicate financial advice across multiple areas of the organisation as a strong business partner in relation to financial targets and guide budget holders to help make better informed decisions
• Ensure business reporting is accurate, relevant and easy to understand for non-finance staff
• Work effectively with multiple managers across the charity to implement and deliver financial plans across both long and short terms.

The Candidate

• A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
• Post qualified experience of managing a finance function, preferably in a large and complex organisation
• Experience of managing a full budgeting cycle
• An effective communicator with the ability to work effectively with senior managers from a finance and non-finance background
• A technically strong individual with the ability to use their initiative to drive processes forward
• Ideally have some experience of working in the not for profit sector

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a finance function during an exciting period of change and growth. Please apply now as applications are being reviewed daily.

Senior Finance Business Partner - Large National Charity - City of London

A large UK charity are looking for a fully qualified (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) finance business partner to join their Finance and Transformation team within their National Finance function. The organisation is a network of charities, based across the country who provide advice and services to the general public across the UK.

As Senior Finance Business Partner, your key responsibilities will include:

• Finance business partnering, ensuring your budget holders have all the information they need to make informed decisions
• Financial reporting, develop and improve processes and procedures to maximise efficiency
• Creation of Management Accounts, Budgeting, forecasting and KPI analysis
• Working on change projects
• Line managing two direct reports

This is a full time permanent position with a salary of £50,000 to £60,000 (dependent on experience) plus great benefits

If this Senior Finance Business Partner position is of interest then please apply now, or if this isn't quite right, but you are looking for a new role in the charity and not for profit sector, send through an up to date CV to [email protected]

Senior Finance Business Partner - Large National Charity - City of London

Financial Transactions Manager

Permanent

£45,000 - 50,000 + Benefits London / Croydon

For a global education company, we're recruiting a Financial Transactions Manager on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Transactions Manager will lead the accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit control functions, delivering optimal customer service internationally. This role will work with the Finance and Systems Accountant on the implementation and delivery of a global online payment system and will lead and manage a team of 5 staff.

Main Duties:

• Deliver accurate and timely payments to suppliers and examiners, with the aim of a complete review of processes across all markets to make them more transparent, automated and accurate
• Management payments to the company and overall debt management with the aim of setting up an online payment process across the company
• Lead on the delivery of an expense management system for partners and staff
• Lead on the delivery of an optimal customer service model to stakeholders
• Lead on improved and streamlined processes in collaboration with the Operations Team
• Lead, manage and motivate a team of 5 across accounts payable, receivable and credit control.

Person Specification:

• Extensive experience of system and transaction accounting with good knowledge of FX impact on global companies
• Experience of implementing process improvements; Implementation of new systems
• Experience of implementation of online payment platforms internationally would be desirable
• Significant management experience across several organisations creating a high-support and high-challenge environment for team members
• Advanced MS Excel skills and working knowledge of Sun Systems (ideally)

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A charity are recruiting for an Interim Finance Business Partner

Your new company
A large charity based in Central London are recruiting for an Interim Finance Business Partner.

Your new role
Reporting to the Head of Business Partnering you will be responsible for budgeting and forecasting; producing monthly management accounts; accruals and prepayments; variance analysis; providing advice to stakeholders and project accounting.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified Accountant with strong finance business partnering experience ideally within the charity sector.

What you'll get in return
The opportunity to work for a dynamic organisation in a varied and interesting role.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Harris Hill is working alongside an international NGO based in Central London and we looking for an experienced Charity Finance Officer.

Initially this is a temporary role however there is potential for the position to go permeant after three months.

You will need to be a great communicator (verbally & written) with the ability to be well organised as you will need to manage large volumes of financial data with speed and accuracy. If you have experience in the charity sector, have prior experience of using Quickbooks to process and reconcile income, expenditure & bank transactions we would like to hear from you.

Your experience of charity fund accounting is essential, as is experience in credit control and management reporting.

The hourly rate is £15.38 per hour (paid weekly).

Interviews will be pre-Christmas with a start date of 2nd January 2020.

Good Luck!

Are you looking to utilise your experience in financial administration and management to support a small but thriving charity? The Florence Nightingale Museum is looking for a part-time Finance Manager to support our developing charitable business. It's an exciting time to join us as 2020 is not only Nightingale's bicentenary but also the Year of the Nurse and Midwife, meaning we have lots of exciting events and activities planned and are expecting a high number of visitors to our small but busy site.

A strong eye for detail, accuracy, business acumen and experience with SAGE is essential, as are the skills to work independently within a small team in a varied role with genuine responsibility. Experience of administering grant aid, pay roll, VAT and retail income would be advantageous too, but most of all we need someone who is committed to the role and keen to join a developing and growing site.

The position is available for either 15 or 22.5 hours per week, with the days worked flexible to suit the needs of the post-holder and the business. (Hours can be discussed at interview.) Based at St Thomas' Hospital our museum has great transport links and is easy to access from many different parts of London.

A social welfare charity is seeking a Finance Director to join their central London finance team. The organisation operates on a national level, with a focus on investment in to local communities. You will be responsible for the day to day running of the organisation's finances as well as having responsibility for the strategic finance input in liaison with the senior management and executive team. Your role will include the following duties:

• Management of the finance team (5 staff members)
• Oversee all aspects of financial and management reporting (month end reports)
• Lead on the production of year-end accounts and act as main point of contact for external auditors
• Provide insightful business planning and financial analysis of upcoming and current projects for the executive team and Board when required

Please note that this role is ideal for candidates looking for part-time or flexi-working options, with reduced hours of just 28 hours per week expected. This can be offered on a variety of bases dependent on your requirements.

You will be CCAB qualified, ideally with previous experience of working within a charitable organisation in a mid to senior level finance role.

Finance Manager - Central London - Youth Charity

One of the largest voluntary youth organisations in the country are looking for a finance manager to look after the day to day running of their finance function. Reporting into the Director of Finance and Operations, the successful candidate will be working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, completely important data analysis to inform wider business decisions.

The successful candidate will be either a finalist or a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with experience of:

• Preparing monthly management accounts
• Managing the financial accounts and liaising with auditors
• Strong excel skills (vlookups and pivot tables)
• Working in the charity / not-for-profit sector

This Finance Manager role is based in Central London and will be looking after one direct report. This is a diverse position providing brilliant exposure to the wider charity and would be a great position for a newly qualified accountant looking for their first finance manager position.

If this Finance Manager job is something that would interest you then please do apply now, or if this job is not quite right but you are looking for a role within the charities and non-profit sector then please do email me an up to date copy of your CV to [email protected]

Finance Manager - Central London - Youth Charity

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we’re challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in research to make life-changing breakthroughs possible

We’re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic administrator to join a fast-moving team and provide vital support to the Supporter-led Fundraising team at Alzheimer’s Research UK. The roles will be crucial in providing excellent customer service to our current community fundraising supporters through prompt, helpful, professional and friendly contact.

We’re looking for someone with strong communication skills who can support various teams, manage a busy workload, lead on projects and help to develop new team resources and tools.

Fundraising experience is not essential for the role, but we’re looking for someone with the drive and passion to change the future for those affected by dementia. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, want to learn and develop and be keen to get involved.

Main tasks of the role:

• Responding to fundraiser queries and requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Planning and implementing stewardship plans for supporters.
• Fundraising data management: inputting data into our CRM system.
• Supporting on fundraising projects and product development.
• Event support: organising and attending events.

What we are looking for:

• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English, with grades 9-4 (A-C equivalent)
• Excellent, enthusiastic telephone manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience of supporting fundraisers or working in another customer service role.
• Confident working with computers – good knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and databases, ideally Raiser’s Edge.
• A professional and hard-working team player.
• Good organisational skills.

Location: Granta Park, near Cambridge

Salary: Circa £21,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for full details.

Please note that the official job title for the successful candidate will be Supporter Engagement Executive. When accessing our online recruitment system, the role will be listed as Supporter Engagement Executive.

The closing date for applications is the 1st January 2020, with interviews to be held on the 10th January 2020. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend on this date.

In order to be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please visit the Alzheimer’s Research UK website.

Job Description: Director of Finance and Operations

Reports to:

Chief Executive Officer

Salary:

£60,000 - £65.000 per annum gross

Responsible for:

Project Financial Accountant, Finance Officer, HR and Operations Coordinator

Hours

Full Time – 37.5 hours per week

Location

1 Wimpole Street, London, W1G 0AE 

Length of contract

Permanent

About the Role

THET is looking for a Director of Finance and Operations to join our Senior Management Team ideally starting on or before March 1st 2020. You will be joining THET at a very exciting time of growth for the charity. This follows a period of intense and successful effort to diversify our income and secure new contracts.

The role is ideal for a person who relishes the opportunity to work in a friendly, innovative, medium-sized charity which occupies a very distinctive place at the interface between the NHS and health services across Africa and Asia. It is vital that you have experience of working in an international charity at a senior level.

THET has country offices in Ethiopia, Myanmar, Zambia, Tanzania, Uganda and Somalia/Somaliland. Our team in the UK office is composed of Programmes, Grants, Communications and External Engagement and Policy and Learning teams as well as Finance, and Operations.

You will lead a small team and play an important role in the leadership of the charity, combining an ability to operate strategically with a willingness to get stuck in to detail when necessary. The team is a busy and multi-functional team focussed on providing the best quality support for the organisation.  The successful candidate will have the chance to have a profound impact on a fast-paced organisation. The post holder will be a member of the Senior Management Team working alongside the CEO and the Director of Programmes and closely with the Treasurer on the Board of Trustees, members of the Finance, Risk and Governance Committee, and the volunteer Company Secretary.

About THET

Today, one billion people will never see a qualified health worker in their lives. 

Since 1988, THET has been working to change this. From reducing maternal deaths in Uganda to improving the quality of hospital care for injured children in Myanmar, we work to strengthen local health systems and build a healthier future for all. 

We do this by leveraging the expertise and energy of the UK health community, supporting Health Partnerships between NHS institutions, Royal Colleges and academic institutions in the UK and those overseas.

In the past ten years THET has reached over 100,000 health workers across 31 countries in Africa, the Middle East and Asia in partnership with over 130 UK institutions.

In 2018, the charity had a turnover of £5m and employed 30 staff across six offices. From 2020 onwards, our turnover will be £8m a year.

You can learn more about our work on THET website.

Key responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to perform any of the following tasks:

Finance

• Form a close working relationship with the Chief Executive and Director of Programmes, other members of SMT including overseas Country Managers and Trustees;
• Direct and control finance staff to ensure that they are appropriately motivated and developed and so that they carry out their responsibilities to the required standard;
• Contribute to the achievement of the charity's business objectives by providing advice and guidance on the financing strategy;
• Develop and control the charity’s annual operating budget to ensure that all financial targets are met and that THET complies with financial and statutory regulations;
• Provide financial advice and guidance to the charity's managers and staff to enable them to achieve their objectives;
• Oversee the preparation of the charity's financial accounts to ensure that these are presented accurately and on time;
• Develop and implement an internal audit programme to ensure that the charity complies with financial procedures and regulations;
• Develop and maintain all necessary systems, policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient financial management within the charity;
• Monitor external contracts and services provided by suppliers to ensure that these are operating effectively and provide the best value to the charity;
• Carry out all necessary actions to ensure that the charity meets its financial and legal obligations.

HR

• Ensure that the human resources and staff development policies are updated and implemented in keeping with employment law and good practice;
• Maintain HR files and staff records, and ensure that managers fulfil their line management responsibilities;
• Have oversight of the recruitment process for, and induction of, new employees;
• Work with managers to ensure that staff training needs are identified and met;
• Take the lead on, or where relevant, support the Chief Executive and other managers in the implementation of HR policy, appraisals, disciplinary processes and restructures.

IT & Office Facilities

• Maintain health and safety, IT, data protection and building management systems to ensure THET is compliant with current legislation and best practice;
• Manage service contracts including HR and legal advice, IT and finance support;
• Any other appropriate duties to ensure the efficient operation of THET.

Conditions of Employment

Hours: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week - 09.00 – 17.30 Mon – Fri

Leave:  25 days annual leave, plus 3 additional days between Christmas & New Year

How to apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining precisely how you satisfy the person specification on or before midnight on Sunday 29th December 2019.

Closing Date: Sunday 29th December 2019.

Interviews to be held:  15th January 2019.

For more information regarding this position, please contact Sue Louise - interim Head of Finance. The contact details are provided in the attached job description.

This post is UK based. Non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK

My client is looking for a Transactional Assistant to join the team immediately and look after:

- Accounts Payable

- Accounts Recievable

- Petty Cash & VAT

- Bank Reconciliations

Client Details

My client is a large Membership organisation based in Central london with great transport links

Description

- Accounts Payable

- Accounts Recievable

- Petty Cash & VAT

- Bank Reconciliations

- Ad Hoc duties

Profile

Candidates need to be able to hit the ground running and be quick learners

Must be able to handle large work loads

Want to progress

Good Excel Skills

Exp in Exchequer desirable

Job Offer

£14-17ph

Prisoners Abroad is a unique welfare and human rights charity providing advice and emotional support to people affected by overseas imprisonment. We help people during their incarceration, when they return to the UK and need resettlement services, and we support their families throughout the trauma and isolation.

Our Finance Assistant job is an excellent opportunity for someone keen to develop their finance skills within a busy and interesting charity. We have a well-established finance function and we now require some additional part time support to assist the Head of Finance.

Previous experience in a finance department is not essential but the successful candidate will need to demonstrate transferable organisational and administrative skills that we can support through training.

You will be the first point of contact for many of the day-to-day queries that arise and the successful candidate will need to be a proactive and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working in an environment which is varied and busy. The role requires accuracy, integrity, honesty and an individual who is well organised and has excellent computer skills and is particularly proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel

We are open to a range of different working patterns and a conversation as to how the 14 hours are worked during the week.

We deliver our services from our purpose built offices that are located a 5-minute walk from Finsbury Park (zone 2) which is 10 minutes from Oxford Circus and serviced by the Overground, Victoria & Piccadilly lines.

This role is initially offered on a one-year’s contract with the possibility to extend. We offer a generous annual leave entitlement and a 6.5% employer contributory pension as well as a range of enhanced benefits 

Please click the link where you will be directed to our website for information on how to apply to to view the role description.

Options is looking for a self-motivated Commercial Bid Manager to play a pivotal role in the development of proposals for new programmes. Working within the New Business and Partnerships team, the post holder will be responsible for the development of budgets and advising on wider commercial aspects of all proposals.

Responsibilities: 

The Commercial Bid Manager will work within the New Business and Partnerships (NBP) Team reporting to the Director of New Business and Partnerships with close working links with the Director of Finance.  The NBP team co-ordinates and manages the business development process, in conjunction with others in Options (e.g. Lead Technical Writers, Senior Management, Programme Management and Finance Teams). The Commercial Bid Manager will play a pivotal role in the development of new proposals, being responsible for the construction of budgets and advising on wider commercial aspects of all proposals. 

• Preparation of the commercial elements of proposals:

Working closely with the NBP and Finance Teams, you will be responsible for the development of commercial aspects of proposals.  This will include developing budget templates in line with clients’ requirements, structuring fee rates and operational costs to build up accurate budgets and development of payment by results approaches where appropriate.  You will need to develop a broad understanding of the programme aims and delivery model to produce commercially viable budgets that offer funders value for money.  You will also work with partner organisations to guide them in constructing budgets, including budget negotiation where necessary.  You will contribute to the review of all budgets prior to submission, ensuring they are comprehensive and advising on changes where necessary

• Post tender

This role will support revisions of budgets and commercial tenders as part of contract negotiation with clients.  On successful bids you will work with Options’ Programmes team ensuring they have a comprehensive understanding of the budgets and assumptions to assist them during the programme start up. 

• Other duties

You will support, as required, the provision of financial information to assist with the development of Options’ new business strategy, and advise on ways in which business development systems can be enhanced and developed to improve efficiency and/or increase our chances of bids being successful. 

The postholder will be expected to work closely with other teams to develop the approach including the construction of data on overhead costs, day rates, etc.

The post is based in Options’ office in central London. Occasional international travel may be required.

Person specification: 

Essential

• Management or Administrative qualification with significant financial component
• Wide ranging financial skills encompassing both financial and management accounting.
• Extensive experience of budget development and analysis
• Experience of developing and maintaining complex and large spreadsheet models
• Analytical skills
• Highly developed (advanced) spreadsheet skills (Excel)
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to present and explain complex issues to  staff from a variety of backgrounds
• Ability to work autonomously to tight deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Desirable

• CCAB finance qualification
• Thorough understanding of and experience in the development sector
• Knowledge and experience of the requirements of donors including but not restricted to DFID, the World Bank and foundations (e.g. the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation)

Benefits: 

Options offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave allowance, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme and a performance related bonus scheme.

Other information: 

• Options is an equal opportunities employer.
• Overseas candidates require a valid UK work permit.
• Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.

My client is looking for an immediately available Finance Business Partner to join the team immediately in order to help them implement a new system.

Client Details

My client is a small not for profit organisation based in central London. They are currently going through a period of growth and are looking for a Finance Business Partner to help with the implementation of a new system

Description

• Actively participate in the implementation of the new finance system, championing the project across the organisation and ensuring its success.
• Roll out the new system across the organisation, becoming an expert to ensure all users throughout the organisation have an internal point of contact for help and support.
• Seeking opportunities to work in partnership across the charity to ensure all teams receive the support they need to manage the financial aspects of their roles.
• Support business expansion into new areas of income generation, ensuring finance processes can be adapted to meet requirements. Participate in new initiatives and clearly articulate the financial requirements to ensure they are met from the outset.
• Challenge the status quo to improve and reorganise finance processes and make the best use of opportunities, resources and systems.
• Deliver accurate, relevant, user focused financial information throughout the organisation to support decision making at all levels.
• Confident Excel user including pivot tables, vlookups and data filtering across large volumes of data to transform and present data to key stakeholders.
• Proactively support budget holders in the management of budgets and variance analysis.
• Uphold controls and good financial governance processes, identifying and acting quickly to correct areas of weakness.
• Be proactive in resolving issues arising from any work that touches the finance team.
• Ensure that the general ledger is accurate and up to date at all times, processing invoices, expenses and large volumes of income with a full audit trail.
• Understand and actively assist in managing the cash flow to ensure obligations can always be met.
• Support overseas offices ensuring they receive funding in good time, offering the right levels of challenge and scrutiny to requests and financial returns.
• Comfortable working in a multi-currency environment with an understanding of how that impacts business.
• Ongoing and timely reconciliation of the charity's bank accounts and all control accounts.
• Support credit card and cash expense transactions. Manage cash to ensure travelling staff have access to funds.
• Banking of head office income.

Profile

Essential

• Knowledge of computerised accounting and database packages
• Microsoft Office with intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• An innovative, collaborative, questioning and flexible attitude to work, with a desire to keep building on knowledge and skills
• Ability to produce clear and concise documentation to support finance process improvement
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with all staff members
• Effective time management with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

Desirable

• Experience of Raiser's Edge and integration with accounting software
• Purchase ledger experience
• Multi-currency experience

Job Offer

Competitive salary for 6 months