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To provide support to the small Finance and Administration team at Heart Research UK.

The role is office based and for 22.5 hours per week, with working pattern to be agreed but must include Friday morning.  

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

· Assist the team in maintaining accounting records for both the Charity and the Trading Company

· Purchase Invoices – obtain relevant authorisation, code and process invoices onto Xero, produce and send remittance slips

· Process staff expenses onto Xero

· Create and upload payments on bank account

· Process all credit card transactions onto Xero

· Process expenses

· Arrange set up of new standing orders, direct debits and other regular payments

· Input any other income or expenditure onto bank as required

· To assist in uploading regular donations to Beacon

· Create sales invoices as required and maintain sales ledger 

· Credit control – periodic review outstanding balances and chase overdue amounts

· Undertake general administration tasks including call handling, sending out mail and issuing temporary parking passes.

· Cover reception area in the absence of receptionist

· Undertake any other appropriate duties as requested  

Person Specification

HRUK is an equal opportunities employer committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

You will be proactive, resourceful and a great team player.

You will be an excellent communicator to a variety of audiences.

You will have a genuine interest in the charity sector and a shared commitment to HRUK’s culture and values.

Location: Bristol office, hybrid (minimum three days a week onsite)

Salary: £50,285 per annum

Job Type: Fixed term maternity cover, approximately 15 months. Minimum 30 hours a week, up to full time (37.5 hours)

The role:

This role covers the current post-holder's maternity leave for an anticipated 15 months. As Financial Controller you will lead CSE's finance team, directing and overseeing the finance function in compliance with appropriate accounting standards and practices, company and charity law.

You will provide timely, accurate financial and management information to support strategic decision-making and effective budgetary control by our Senior Leadership Team, Trustees, project managers and other budget holders. You will line manage the Finance Manager and Finance Assistant and be a member of CSE's Senior Management Team.

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, you will work alongside the wider Operations Team to provide operational support that underpins delivery of our charitable mission. This is a fast-paced role and we need someone who can get up to speed with minimal delay.

Specific responsibilities

An applicant appointed to the role will be expected to:

• Take responsibility for day-to-day accounting, invoicing, payroll, VAT returns, payments and banking, credit control and cash management, including timely monthly management accounts.
• Line manage the Finance Manager and Finance Assistant.
• Co-ordinate the annual budget cycle and mid-year budget refresh alongside the Director of Finance & Operations and SLT.
• Attend monthly SMT meetings to share the previous month's financial results and handle related queries.
• Prepare accurate, accessible reports on organisational, team, staff and project financial indicators to support timely decision-making.
• Maintain the organisation's financial records to appropriate accounting standards and prepare documentation for the annual audit and other statutory reporting.
• Liaise with CSE's auditors to enable an effective and timely annual audit.
• Support project managers to plan and manage project budgets, providing financial data for reporting to clients and funders.
• Provide expertise on financial costing and monitoring approaches for new project funding proposals, reflecting funder requirements.
• Provide finance support to Retrofit West CIC, including financial reporting, statutory obligations and payroll as required.

To see a more detailed list of responsibilities please see the supporting documents attached. These documents are also available to download from our website.

About you:

Essential attributes for this role include:

• Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent accountant.
• At least seven years' post-qualification experience, including at least five years in a financial management role.
• Working knowledge of accounting standards, VAT and HMRC regulations in England, including requirements applicable to a UK charity with a trading subsidiary.
• Experience of leading the preparation for an annual audit.
• Experience of preparing routine financial and management information reports for senior executives and staff.
• Experience of using timesheet software to track allocation of staff time to different cost centres.
• High level competence with Sage accounting software and MS Excel.
• Able to analyse, structure and sense-check financial data to produce clear, informative reports, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven management skills.
• Self-motivated and organised, able to work with limited supervision and manage conflicting priorities.

Please note, the above is an overview of the skills required for this role. To see the full list of essential and desirable skills please see the attached job description.

Benefits:

CSE offer a range of other benefits including:

• You will be entitled to 25 days' paid holiday (plus statutory holidays)
• Company pension scheme with 8% employer and 6% employee contributions
• Subsidised bike purchase and Tech Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Health Cash plan
• Retail discounts
• Discounted breakdown cover and many more.
• We will pay fees and expenses on relevant training courses.
• We are flexible with working hours and will discuss this openly if you are invited to interview.

How to apply

To apply, please download and complete the application form available from our website and send it to our Jobs email (available in the candidate pack). Your application should demonstrate your suitability against the criteria in the person specification and job description. CVs and supporting letters will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is 5pm Sunday on 16 August 2026.

First interviews are expected online on Thursday 3 and Friday 4 September 2026, with final panel interviews at our Bristol office on Thursday 10 and Friday 11 September 2026. The earliest start date is early October 2026.

This role requires a basic DBS check. If invited to interview, we will ask for evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.

Title: Finance Officer - Lancing
Location: Scout Store, Lancing, West Sussex,  BN15 8UG (Office Based)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £30,320per annum, Band D, Level 3, inclusive of a market supplement

About the Role

Join our busy and friendly Finance team where accuracy, teamwork and adaptability are key. This is a varied role offering hands-on experience across core finance processes, with opportunities to grow and develop.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll support the smooth running of daily finance operations, including banking, payment processing and reconciliations. You’ll also act as a key contact for financial queries and assist with credit control and general financial administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily banking and allocation of income

• Preparing BACS payment runs

• Processing expenses, direct debits and credit cards

• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations

• Supporting accounts receivable, payable and credit control

• Resolving financial discrepancies and maintaining data accuracy

What We’re Looking For as our Finance Officer

• Experience in an accounts or finance role 

• Knowledge of accounting systems and Microsoft Office

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Proactive, flexible and a strong team player

If you're looking to develop your finance career in a supportive, fast-moving team, we’d love to hear from you.

What we offer as our Finance Officer :

• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• 28 days annual leave, rising to 32 days after 2 years, plus additional time off over Christmas
• Flexible working options to suit you, your role, and your team
• A double-matched pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution
• A family-friendly approach, with generous family leave policies

For a full list of our benefits, click .

Closing date for applications: 11:59 pm on Monday 10th August 2026.

Interviews will be on Thursday 27th and Friday 28th August 2026.

Strictly no agencies. 

The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.

The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell to recruit a Finance Manager on a permanent, part-time basis (21 hours per week). This is an outstanding opportunity to join a globally respected charity at an exciting point in its evolution, taking ownership of core finance operations whilst helping strengthen the financial foundations of an organisation that empowers millions of young people across the world.

Joining during a period of positive organisational change, the Finance Manager will play a key role in a finance function that is evolving beyond traditional reporting to provide greater insight and support across the organisation and its global network of Award Operators. Working closely with the Head of Finance and Business Information, you'll have genuine ownership of the month-end process, lead a small finance team and drive continuous improvements, while also having opportunities to contribute to wider organisational initiatives that directly support young people around the world.

The organisation:

The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is a global non-formal education and learning framework that empowers 14–24-year-olds to develop their purpose, passion and place in the world. Delivered across more than 130 countries and territories, the International Award Foundation works with partners around the world to ensure every eligible young person can take part through licensing and accreditation, global advocacy, research, training, fundraising and supporting digital transformation across the Award family.

The key duties of the Finance Manager are as follows:

• Lead the day-to-day operational delivery of the finance function, ensuring accurate financial processing, strong internal controls and the consistent application of finance policies and procedures.
• Take ownership of the operational month-end close process, coordinating timelines, reviewing ledger postings and ensuring high-quality balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage and develop the Finance Officer and Credit Controller, providing regular coaching, support and clear direction to help them deliver to a high standard.
• Oversee all transactional finance activities, including purchase and sales ledger, payments, receipts, VAT accounting and Gift Aid submissions.
• Prepare accurate management accounts and work closely with the Head of Finance and Business Information to ensure financial data supports effective decision-making.
• Maintain audit-ready finance operations, ensuring robust documentation, clear audit trails and effective responses to audit queries.
• Drive continuous improvement across finance operations, systems and workflows to strengthen efficiency, resilience and financial control.
• Support budgeting, reforecasting and financial planning, whilst assisting with year-end financial statements, cashflow forecasting and wider finance projects.

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience within financial accounting or finance operations, including ownership of month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Exposure to VAT, with charity VAT experience advantageous but not essential.
• Experience supervising or supporting colleagues, or the confidence and desire to step into your first formal people management role.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to identify opportunities to improve finance processes and systems.
• Previous experience within the charity or wider not-for-profit sector would be advantageous.
• Qualified as an accountant, or be in the latter stages of study.

This is a permanent, part-time opportunity working 21 hours per week, with flexibility to spread these across either three full days or shorter hours across the week. The role is based in London, operating on a hybrid basis.

Applications close on Sunday 23^rd August, with first-stage interviews expected to take place during the week commencing 31^st August. Robertson Bell is managing this recruitment campaign exclusively on behalf of The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

As Payroll and Finance Manager, you will manage our Finance Department with particular focus on our payroll, pensions and treasury functions, ensuring the delivery of accurate information to our staff in order to minimise risk and maximise efficiency.

You will oversee payroll and pension services for UK and overseas staff, ensuring full compliance with PAYE, National Insurance and pension requirements, while providing guidance and support on payroll, tax and pension matters.

You will also manage all banking and treasury functions, ensuring payments are properly authorised, and funds are managed and invested effectively.

Additionally, you will:

- Ensure that overseas staff are on the correct tax (NT) code
- Make staff aware when they need to take independent financial advice
- Maintain the integrity of financial reporting, nominal ledger and costing structures
- Strengthen internal financial controls and monthly financial processes
- Manage and develop the Finance & Administration Officer

About You

To be considered as our Payroll and Finance Manager, you will need:

- Proven experience in a management role, including people and financial management
- Proven experience of charity accounting and SORP requirements
- Proven experience running payroll functions
- Proven experience running pension functions
- Experience preparing and managing budgets
- The ability to influence stakeholders at all levels within a complex organisation
- The ability to supervise, motivate and develop team members
- A degree, or equivalent qualification or experience
- A finance qualification
- A CIPP payroll qualification
 

This is a full time role but part time will be considered. 

QCCA has served Camden’s communities for more than 40 years.

Today we support more than 3,000 local residents every year through:

• Youth Services
• Older People’s Services
• Advice & Advocacy
• Family Support
• Two successful children’s nurseries
• Community facilities
• Health and wellbeing programmes
• Employment and skills initiatives

With an annual income approaching £2 million, multiple community sites and exciting plans for further growth, we’re investing in a modern finance function that supports excellent decision-making and long-term sustainability.

Why This Role Is Different

This isn’t a traditional Finance Manager role.

Yes, you’ll oversee management accounts, budgets and audit preparation.

But you’ll also have the opportunity to:

• Transform our finance systems.
• Lead our migration from QuickBooks to Xero.
• Introduce smarter digital processes.
• Improve financial reporting.
• Build dashboards that help managers make better decisions.
• Work directly with the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.
• Influence organisational strategy.
• Help shape the future of one of Camden’s leading community charities.

You’ll have the freedom to improve how we work—not simply maintain existing processes.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll provide strategic financial leadership while leading the modernisation of QCCA’s finance systems.

Working closely with our Chief Executive and Senior Management Team, you’ll:

• Lead the migration from QuickBooks to Xero (or an agreed cloud accounting platform).
• Produce insightful monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Develop budgets, forecasts and financial models.
• Present financial information to Trustees and senior managers.
• Improve financial systems, controls and reporting.
• Introduce automation and digital workflows.
• Support commercial income generation and grant-funded projects.
• Lead the annual audit process.
• Line manage and develop our Finance Assistants.
• Help build a finance function fit for the future.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who enjoys making organisations better.

You’ll probably have experience of:

• Charity finance.
• Management accounting.
• Budgeting and forecasting.
• Audit preparation.
• Financial controls.
• Cloud accounting systems (Xero experience is highly desirable).
• Leading change and improving systems.
• Supporting non-finance managers.
• Working collaboratively with senior leaders and Trustees.

Most importantly, you’ll be someone who enjoys solving problems, embracing technology and helping organisations grow.

Role Purpose

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, but dynamic team at Access – The Foundations for Social Investment. The Assistant Management Accountant will play an important role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of Access's financial records. The role will work closely with colleagues across the organisation and provide support to the Senior Finance and Operations Manager and Director of Finance and Operations.

About Access

We want to see a social investment ecosystem that works for all charities and social enterprises. Through our programmes and our advocacy work, we ensure that charities and social enterprises can access the finance they need to sustain or grow their impact.

We target those most in need of patient and flexible investment through:

• Funding enterprise development and blended finance programmes in England.
• Sharing knowledge and data and translating it into practical insight that others can use.
• Mobilising others who share our goal of making capital work for communities.

Main responsibilities include:

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (guide c.85%)

• Keeping the accounting system up to date, ready for review by the Senior Finance and Operations Manager, this includes but not limited to weekly bank uploads, posting weekly and monthly journals and reconciling Access's bank accounts and balance sheet.
• Assisting the Senior Finance and Operations Manager with preparation of monthly management accounts, annual budgets and Access's year end audit. 
• Supporting treasury management by maintaining cashflow records and assisting with forecasting future cash requirements.
• Managing the accounts payable and receivable functions
• Maintaining organised financial files to support monthly reporting and the year-end audit
• Work with the Finance team to ensure that appropriate financial controls are in place and are being followed in order to comply with financial regulations and internal policies
• Carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required from time to time, consistent with the nature, level and responsibilities of the role

OPERATIONS, PEOPLE AND GOVERNANCE (guide c.15%) – scope dependent on number of hours worked

• Support the Senior Finance and Operations Manager with the delivery of the finance and operations team’s objectives
• Support the implementation of new systems and processes to improve operational workflows, with a dedication to continuous improvement
• Understand the programmatic work via the building of strong relationships across Access to be able to provide support to other areas of the business.
• Support the Senior Leadership Team with ad hoc administration, coordination and organisational tasks as required
• Support the Senior Finance and Operations Manager in assisting with the preparation of Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee (ARCC), Endowment Investment Committee (EIC) and Board papers and minute taking as and when needed

Please download the Job Specification for the full job description, person specification, terms & conditions and benefits. 

Please note we are review applications on Thusday, 6th August, and may close recruitment early if suitable applications are received.

Seeking a Finance Manager to lead our day-to-day financial operations. Join a College that is equipping people to make a difference. 

Hours: Full-time (40 hours) .  We would also consider Part time option of 4 days per week (32 hours)
Reporting to: Chief Financial & Operating Officer (CFOO)

This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys combining hands-on financial management with process improvement and strategic support. Working closely with the Chief Finance & Operations Officer, you will play a key role in delivering robust financial management, maintaining strong financial controls, and supporting effective decision-making across the College.

About the Role

As Finance Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the College's finance function, including:

• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Overseeing payroll and pension administration
• Producing cash flow forecasts, reconciliations and management information
• Supporting budgeting, financial planning and annual audit processes
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Developing and improving financial systems, controls and processes
• Line managing the Finance Assistant and providing support across the wider organisation

This is a varied role requiring excellent organisational skills, strong technical knowledge and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to colleagues from a range of backgrounds.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• AAT Level 4 qualification (or equivalent experience), with GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above)
• Significant experience in a finance management role covering accounts, payroll and bookkeeping
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, payroll, pensions and HMRC requirements
• Excellent analytical, organisational and Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience supervising or supporting finance staff
• A proactive approach with a commitment to continuous improvement and excellent customer service

It would be an advantage if you have experience within a charity, higher education or not-for-profit environment and are studying towards or hold a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).

Apply

If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a rewarding role where your expertise will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.For further information on the College, our beautiful rural location and where to send your CV to apply, please visit our website.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and interviews scheduled throughout the summer.  We anticipate the successful candidate to be in post by end of September 2026.

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We’re looking for a competent and experienced Finance Manager to join our core team to cover maternity leave from September 2026 for around 6 months, with high likelihood of permanent extension following the cover period.

The main purpose of the role is to maintain robust financial, payroll, information and administration systems that support Chilypep’s strategic financial planning, sustainability, and programme development, following the organisation’s Financial Policy and Procedures.

This key member of our core team is a vital role for our organisation, providing the backbone and foundation for all the work we do to empower children and young people to have a voice, place and space in their communities and the wider world.

You will need a detailed understanding of the financial requirements of the charity sector, excellent teamwork and communication skills, along with experience and confidence to manage the breadth of tasks and relationships needed to keep a vibrant and busy youth charity going!

Job title: Finance Manager
Reports to: CEO

Internal working relationships: Regular contact with the Board of Trustees, Project Coordinators and the Core team. The Post-Holder will undertake regular supervision with the CEO and meet regularly with the Company Treasurer.

External working relationships: Key communication with Funders, voluntary organisations and statutory bodies such as the Charities Commission, Companies House, HM Revenue & Customs and service providers including external auditors, suppliers, bank, payroll and pension agents.

Contract: This is a Maternity Cover post for approximately 6 months (very likely to be permanent part/full-time post at the end of the cover period)
Location: 11 Southey Hill, Sheffield, S5 8BB (Hybrid option to enable some home working – to be agreed with successful candidate)
Hours: 30-37 hours per week (to be agreed for the successful candidate)
Salary: Scale 29 – 31 (£37,235.77 – £39,257.90) pro rata

Closing Date: 9am, Monday 10th August 2026

Interviews:Monday 17th August at the Chilypep Youth Hub, 11 Southey Hill, Sheffield, S5 8BB

Chilypep are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and ensuring equality of opportunity in our recruitment processes for staff and volunteers. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work. Our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce and follow the guidelines of the Equality Act. We are an employer that values lived experience at all levels of our organisation.

Our priority is to safeguard and protect the Children and Young People we work with, and we operate within strict Safe Recruitment Practices, including an Enhanced DBS check, social media check, and 2 references covering a period on no less than 3 years for all staff and volunteers.

All candidates must have existing permission to work in the UK.

For full details of the job description and person specification, please download our job pack now from our website

The Role

The Finance and Operations Assistant will play an important role in ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of the organisation. Working alongside the Chief Operating Officer, the successful candidate will provide administrative support across finance, governance, human resources, procurement, facilities and organisational operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in finance, operations or charity management within a fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

Finance

• Process purchase invoices, supplier payments and expenses.
• Raise sales invoices and monitor outstanding payments.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support monthly management accounts preparation.
• Maintain finance spreadsheets, bookkeeping, cashflow and accounting systems.
• Assist with budget monitoring and expenditure reporting.
• Support the preparation of year-end accounts and external audits.
• Maintain financial filing systems and supporting documentation.
• Process corporate credit card reconciliations.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding invoices and payment queries.
• Support grant and project financial reporting where required.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and policies.
• Support the Director of Development with essential administration tasks. 

Operations

• Be the lead on all HJS physical and online events – working closely with the (but ultimately having responsibility for) Research and Communications Departments to ensure smooth and successful delivery of the events.
• Support the day-to-day running of the office, including overseeing facilities and office supplies.
• Support the COO with overseeing and maintaining the research pipeline working closely with the Director of Communications and Director of Research.
• Work with the COO to maintain organisational policies, procedures and operational documentation.
• Support health and safety compliance and office risk assessments.
• Help organise internal meetings, events and board meetings.
• Maintain organisational records and filing systems.
• Support business continuity planning and operational resilience.

Governance and Compliance

• Assist with Board and Committee administration.
• Maintain governance records and statutory filings.
• Support GDPR compliance and records management.
• Assist with organisational policy reviews.
• Support compliance with Charity Commission and Companies House requirements (where applicable).

Other responsibilities 

• Support the COO to monitor KPIs, introducing clear metrics for monitoring output and impact month on month.
• Support where required the delivery of events and conferences.

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic individual who is excited to join a new team who are working hard to take The Henry Jackson Society to the next level. Someone who is highly motivated, energetic and understands the need for intuitive improvisation as well as careful planning. We are looking for someone who has:

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good understanding of financial administration processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Candidate must have:

·Experience using accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar).

·Experience using Salesforce (or a similar CRM). 

·Experience in an administrative, finance (bookkeeping) and operations support role(s).

Helpful (but not essential) experience includes:

·Experience working within a charity, not-for-profit organisation or think tank.

·AAT qualification or working towards an accounting qualification.

·Knowledge of UK charity governance and compliance.

We are looking for a highly motivated and organised Finance Manager. You will play a pivotal role in the organisation, ensuring the smooth running of Create London’s finances. Reporting to the Director and working closely with the Head of Strategic Operations and Operations Coordinator, in this role you are expected to be a professional lead within your respective area of finance, provide expertise and high quality financial services to senior stakeholders, including the charity’s Finance Sub-committee.

You will be working with the CEO and SMT to maximise the impact and longevity of the charity through strong and robust financial management, provide comprehensive finance support and manage effective systems to monitor Finance KPIs, identifying improvements and efficiencies in our financial systems.

Hours: 0.4 FTE (2 days per week)

Salary: £36,000 pro rata (£14,500)

Location: Colourworks and other Create sites

Term: Temporary, 2-year fixed term

Reporting to: Director

Annual Leave: 28 days pro rata, plus statutory holidays (11.2 for 0.4 FTE)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday 9 August 2026, 12:00 PM BST

INTERVIEWS: w/c 17 August 2026 (in person or remote)

The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) is partnering with Robertson Bell on a retained basis to recruit a Director of Finance on a permanent basis. This is a rare opportunity to join a globally influential organisation at a pivotal point in its growth, leading the transformation of the finance function whilst helping drive the organisation's ambitious mission to eliminate avoidable sight loss worldwide.

This is far more than a traditional Finance Director role. The successful candidate will inherit a finance function ready for transformation, with the full backing of an ambitious Senior Leadership Team committed to investing in modern systems, stronger processes and strategic financial leadership. It is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious finance leader looking to make their first move into a Director position, whilst remaining close to the operational detail and leading meaningful organisational change.

The role

• Partner with the Deputy CEO and Senior Leadership Team to shape the organisation's financial strategy and support the delivery of its ambitious three-year strategic plan.
• Lead the transformation of the finance function, moving from manual, spreadsheet-led reporting to streamlined systems, efficient processes and insightful business partnering.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, including scenario modelling to support significant organisational growth and major international funding opportunities.
• Deliver high-quality management reporting for the Executive Team, Finance & Audit Committee, Board of Trustees and major international funders.
• Lead the production of statutory accounts, oversee the annual audit process and ensure full compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House and tax requirements.
• Develop robust financial controls, policies and governance frameworks that support a growing international charity.
• Manage treasury activities, cashflow and foreign currency exposure across an increasingly global operation.
• Build strong relationships with budget holders across the organisation, embedding a proactive and commercially minded finance business partnering culture.
• Lead, develop and mentor a small finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Play a key leadership role in organisational decision-making, helping ensure finance is viewed as an enabling function that supports innovation and impact.

The organisation

The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness is the only global alliance dedicated to eliminating the world's avoidable vision crisis. Representing NGOs, professional associations, hospitals, academic institutions, corporations and philanthropies, IAPB works to influence policy, mobilise investment and strengthen health systems across the world.

The organisation has experienced significant growth in recent years, expanding to over 50 staff and securing substantial new investment to support its ambitious global agenda. This includes convening the inaugural Global Summit for Eye Health in November 2026, bringing together heads of government, multilateral organisations and major funders to accelerate progress towards ending avoidable sight loss for the 1.1 billion people currently living without access to the eye care they need.

With strong leadership, genuine investment in organisational development and a culture built around being ambitious, collaborative, inclusive and strategic, IAPB offers an outstanding opportunity to shape both the finance function and the future direction of the organisation.

Essential criteria

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience working within an international charity.
• Strong understanding of charity finance, including restricted funding, grant reporting and Charity SORP.
• Demonstrable experience producing high-quality financial reporting, budgeting and statutory accounts.
• Experience improving financial systems, controls and reporting processes.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships with senior stakeholders, trustees and non-finance colleagues.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience developing and supporting finance teams.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to translate financial information into strategic insight.
• Excellent communication skills, with confidence presenting complex financial information to a range of audiences.

Apply now

This is a permanent, full-time position with a salary of £87,000 based on a hybrid working model requiring one day per week in the London office, typically on Tuesdays.

The role offers an excellent benefits package, including a 10% employer pension contribution, 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible working, enhanced family leave policies and an Employee Assistance Programme.

We are looking for a Finance Manager to join the staff team at Godalming Minster, an active church across 4 locations in Godalming.  It comprises 3 listed church buildings, a community centre and a worshipping community which runs activities to support groups and individuals locally, and focuses on making a positive impact.

This is a new role in the finance team, to support the growing remit of the Minster's facilities and initiatives.  Working alongside staff and volunteers who lead youth and children's work, groups for older people, hearing aid clinics, pastoral care, a community cafe and a foodbank, we need a strong communicator who is highly organised - a great team player in a lively organisation.

The scope of the role includes routine financial oversight including aspects of management and statutory accounting, budgeting, VAT, Gift Aid, payroll and audit.

Part-time 23 hours per week.  Salary £24,500 - £27,500 per year (FTE £40,000 to £45,000).

About The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is an independent membership organisation dedicated to the education, training and advancement of surgeons, dental surgeons, doctors, and various individuals throughout healthcare who are involved in the surgical care of patients. The College has a current membership approaching 29,000 and growing, with members spanning over 100 countries around the world.

From our founding in 1505, the College has been committed to the advancement of surgery and driving patient safety standards worldwide. In our 515-year history, there has never been a better time to join the College than now.

Working with us

At the College we aim to embrace views from across the organisation, sharing common goals and values for the betterment of healthcare through the advancement of surgical and dental professionals. We aim to develop teams that are reflective of the needs of our members and maximise the potential of every employee.

To reflect the varying needs across the organisation, we offer a range of policies and benefits for our workforce including a generous 42 days annual leave, flexible working practices, enhanced employer pensions contribution and various discounts throughout the College including the Ten Hill Place Hotel, 1505 Café and free entry to Surgeons’ Hall Museums.

About the Role

Working within the Finance department, the post holder will play a pivotal role in supporting the Finance department with managing the administration of the Finance function.  The post holder is responsible for acting as the first point of contact for suppliers, departments and members through the Finance helpdesk and associated systems.  They are responsible for overseeing the timely response to queries, allocation of queries to others in the finance team and supporting with the administrative maintenance of the systems in Finance. This role requires a keen eye for detail, an ability to adapt to changing priorities, and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with various internal and external stakeholders.

Experience/Qualifications/Key Skills

This is a superb opportunity for an individual who is confident, methodical, organised and conscientious.

Educated to a minimum level of Advanced Higher/ A Level (or equivalent) you will have proven administrative, secretarial and database experience.

You will have excellent communication and team working skills. You will be a proficient user of the MS Office suite and have the ability to prioritise your workload with minimum supervision. A high level of professionalism and diplomacy is required for the role.

Experience with financial administration including invoices, bank payments and accounting systems is desirable.

Please note that we do not accept CV’s and agencies need not apply.