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Bid Writer
Service: Business Development Team
Salary: £32,635 - £36,158 + £480 homeworking allowance FTE per annum (£26,108 - £28,926.40 per annum for part time, 29.6 hours per week + £384 homeworking allowance)
Location: Homebased
Hours: 29.6 hours per week (part-time, 4 days) to be agreed upon successful appointment
Contract: Permanent
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.
We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the
importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.
Main Responsibilities:
The Business Development Team provides a specialist support function to enable the organisation to achieve its growth objectives. We promote the strategic growth of the organisation by supporting the retention of existing work and securing new contracts via competitive tender, trusts, grants and statutory fundraising.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Bid Writer or someone with equivalent writing experience/knowledge to join us and write applications that fully articulate Family Action’s offer. The post works closely with other organisational functions and the rest of the Business Development team to convey service models and content to funders.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
- Produce quality written material in easy-to-understand ways; convey ideas graphically and tailor documents to specific audiences
- Ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally
- Experience relevant for your effectiveness in the role might be from various sectors and disciplines. If you are passionate about supporting us to submit high-quality tenders and applications, achieving success rates whilst engaging with our services to contribute and evidence the impact of their work for inclusion in submissions then we would like to hear from you
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement of 30 working days plus bank holidays pro-rata
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
- cycle to work scheme
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
· Apply via our website by following the link and clicking the ‘Apply’ link to fill out our digital application form
· Closing Date: Monday 5th January at 9am
Interviews are scheduled to take place w/c 12th January virtually
All appointments with Family Action are subject to satisfactory Safer Recruitment checks.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates. We are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action because we know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and we strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support.
All candidates with a disability are welcome to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme and request priority consideration for an interview, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role.
To help remove financial barriers to working with us, we will reimburse travel costs if you are invited to attend an interview in person.
*Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.
Registered Charity
501 - 1000
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Can you lead a diverse programme of work?
Do you inspire confidence in colleagues across organisations?
Do you want a new challenge?
The Diocese of Carlisle is looking for a Programme Manager (Maternity Cover) who will:
- Be the Programme Manager for The Cumbrian Way programme including:
o Working closely with the Programme Director to ensure all aspects of programme management are undertaken
o Accountability for the adherence to the Programme Management Office’s programme management systems to assess and ensure budget, risks, issues, progress and impact are reported and escalated in a timely and appropriate manner
o Coordinating the project managers across the programme
o Oversee the management of the Projects and Programme Board and annual reporting
o Have oversight of all aspects of the programme in order to make connections and insights into the work as it progresses.
o Reporting on agreed outcomes by collecting, collating and presenting information as part of programme reporting and monitoring & evaluation
o Support the Programme Director as a point of contact for the national team and in quarterly reporting to the Projects and Programmes Board and other governance group updates
- Support the Church Planting Consultant with project management of the Church Plant workstream, including:
o maintaining & updating project plans/timelines
o monitoring, reporting and reviewing the effectiveness of the project work
o accounting for risk mitigation and issue resolution
o advising and collaborating on project communications
o reporting on agreed outcomes and impact by collecting, collating and presenting information as part of project/programme reporting and monitoring & evaluation
o meeting with the church plant consultant on a regular (at least monthly) basis.
o actively managing the project budget
o supporting local church planting teams with budget claims and outcome reporting
- Oversee the programme management of all areas of the Reaching Deeper SDF funded programme
- Be principal point of contact and manage the relationship with the diocesan research partner, including managing payment drawn downs, agreed pieces of work/briefs and outputs to be delivered.
- Lead and oversee the data collection and impact for diocesan Parish Returns data collection
- Line manage the God for All Programme Management Office team
This is a part time position for 24hrs per week (0.69FTE), fixed term until December 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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East End Homes is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell in their search for a permanent Group Financial Accountant.
East End Homes is a leading housing provider dedicated to building sustainable communities through high-quality homes, exceptional services, and operational excellence. Every member of the team shares a common mission: to improve lives through quality housing and outstanding support. Their strategic vision focuses on developing sustainable communities, increasing operational efficiency, and fostering innovation and community engagement.
They are now seeking a highly skilled Group Financial Accountant to take full responsibility for delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting compliance, and providing key insights to the organisation. This pivotal role will ensure robust financial controls, effective statutory and management reporting, and continuous process improvement across the finance function.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing and delivering accurate group financial statements in accordance with statutory and accounting standards.
- Supporting the production of management accounts, with detailed analysis to support decision-making.
- Ensuring compliance with all financial regulations, including VAT, tax, and other statutory requirements.
- Assisting with year-end processes, audits, and liaising with external auditors.
- Maintaining and improving financial systems, processes, and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Supporting the finance team with technical accounting queries and process improvements.
- Contributing to the organisation’s financial planning and forecasting processes as required.
The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate:
- Proven experience in financial accounting, ideally within the social housing or a similar sector.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and UK GAAP.
- Experience preparing statutory financial statements and managing audit
- Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of liaising with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Experience in leading or supporting on the implementation, enhancement, or integration of finance systems to improve reporting, automation, and data quality.
The role offers a generous 33 days on annual leave, highly competitive pension, and a flexible hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of three days per week at the head office located at 3 Resolution Plaza, London E1 6PS.
The closing date for applications is 7th December, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis—early submission is highly recommended.
Please submit your CV to Robertson Bell, East End Homes’ exclusive recruitment partner.
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Your new company
My client is a London-based charity with offices worldwide.
Your new role
They are looking for a Financial Analyst to join their team. This role is for a period of 6 months, but may extend. They offer hybrid working, 3 days in the office per week, 2 days from home. Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Regular reviews of budget vs actual performance, identifying variances
- Prepare regular monthly financial reports and KPIs, conducting regular reviews with budget holders
- Monthly and quarterly prepayments, accruals and control account reconciliations
- Engage with budget holders to prepare submissions for annual budget and periodic forecasting submissions
- Analyse forecasts and budgets to prepare commentaries on key variances and emerging trends
- Identify errors and omissions in submissions
- Ownership of salary and headcount forecasting, budgeting and monitoring for all departments
- Maintain and improve models, supporting annual pricing and related analysis
- Assist with year-end audit preparation, providing necessary documentation
- Ensuring all year-end reconciliations and adjustments for relevant control accounts are completed accurately and in a timely manner
- Supporting internal and external auditors and providing accurate and timely financial information
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, maintaining strong financial controls
- Be proactive in seeking continuous improvement and implement relevant audit recommendations
- Maintain good relationships with colleagues across the finance team and wider organisation
- Engage with colleagues across the organisation, both inside and outside finance, responding promptly to queries
What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed, you will need previous experience of management accounting and financial analysis. Strong Excel skills, including financial modelling are also key. If you were studying for a financial qualification, this would also be an advantage.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will have the opportunity to join a large and growing charity with branches worldwide, in a key role within the finance team. This role is initially for 6 months, but may extend for the successful candidate.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
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The purpose of this role is to manage the day-to-day cash management, including cash forecasting, reconciliations, ensuring timely receipt of debtors and optimising investment income. Also the successful candidate will be taking a lead on all aspects of the department’s work relating to cash, providing advice and support to the team and to internal clients as a senior member of finance team, and to support the Financial Controller, and other senior finance team members in their roles.
The successful candidate will have the following:
- CCAB-qualified accountant with a working knowledge of current UK GAAP.
- Experience of cash management and cash flow reporting, analysis and forecasting.
- Experience of working in a busy financial accounting team or first time move out of Practice.
- Highly organised and motivated, with strong attention to detail, and the passion and ability to develop, streamline and improve financial and administrative systems and controls.
- The ability to confidently challenge the status quo and problem solve, suggesting and demonstrating new innovative ways of working to the team where appropriate; follow improvements from conception through to completion.
If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Friday 12th December at 12 noon
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Payroll and Pension Manager is responsible for the weekly and monthly payrolls for all staff across the NT in each pay period. The Payroll and Pension Manager provides a key interface between the Payroll department and People team, and with members of the finance department and the NT’s staff.
As the NT continues to evolve under the management of a new Artistic Director, the work of the payroll department will continue to change and the team must be continually able to identify and implement ways to improve the efficiency of the department.
Payroll costs form almost 40% of the NT’s cost base. With increased pressure on public funding, the way in which the NT spends will be under even more scrutiny. This puts increased demand on the payroll team to provide accurate and detailed management information.
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Proven experience of running a complex payroll department and a high degree of professionalism
- Strong technical, payroll system and taxation knowledge and the ability to keep up to date with changes to legislation and best practice
- The ability to critically appraise the payroll system, processes and controls, and identify and implement changes to the payroll processes and procedures
- Proven experience of managing staff with the ability to encourage and motivate, creating an open and positive environment to enable people to succeed
- A resilient, highly motivated individual who has the ability to work on own initiative and effectively as part of a team.
If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Friday 12th December at 12 noon
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Goodman Masson are partnered with an Internationally recognised sports organisation to recruit for an FP&A Analyst.
This role provides essential support to the CFO and Head of Finance, driving their strategic financial planning initiatives and delivering high-quality business partnering across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in preparing annual budgets and quarterly re-forecasts, and build financial models to project performance.
Conduct monthly variance analysis of financial results vs. budget/forecast to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Collaborate as a strategic partner with department heads to build robust budgets and communicate financial insights clearly.
Prepare the monthly management pack, manage departmental month-end reporting, and maintain key Balance Sheet controls.
Drive the enhancement of FP&A processes, tools, and reporting frameworks, including automation efforts.
Essentials:
- Fully Qualified Accountant.
Strong Excel skills with excellent financial modelling and forecasting experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear insights.
Salary range is £65,000 - £70,000 + Bonus. Excellent Benefits include 10% employer pension contributions and private medical insurance.
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis therefore please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered.
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What if you could grow your experience in finance at one of the UK's leading charities while gaining hands-on experience and mentorship from experienced finance professionals? You'll be part of a team that keeps our supplier payments and procurement processes running smoothly, enabling the organisation to deliver life-changing support to people affected by dementia.
About the opportunity
As an Accounts Assistant focusing on Purchase to Pay, you'll play an important role in delivering a high-performing, efficient financial transactions operation with partnership and improvement at its core. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract offering valuable operational experience and the opportunity to develop your finance skills through mentorship and on-the-job learning.
You'll be part of our Finance & Assurance directorate, reporting to the Purchase to Pay Officer and working alongside other assistants and trainees. Focusing specifically on Purchase to Pay activities, you'll gain broad experience across supplier management, invoice processing, and payment operations.
From recording and processing financial transactions to supporting month-end and year-end processes, you'll monitor daily communications and role-model brilliant partnership and customer service, support reconciliations and audits, and work in an agile way across multiple projects and workstreams.
This is a role where your success is built on strong collaboration across multiple teams. You'll have opportunities to undertake specific improvement projects, identify ways to enhance processes, and support colleagues across the organisation to operate within best practice when it comes to financial transactions.
About you
You're someone with a willingness to learn and develop on the job, sharing your learnings with colleagues to foster whole-team development. You have a working interest in quality improvement and an enthusiasm for a career in finance with ideas to help us constantly improve. You have experience with problem-solving, preferably in a financial environment, and you're willing to proactively reach across to colleagues in different teams.
You'll have:
- Willingness to learn and develop on the job, sharing those learnings with colleagues.
- Working interest in quality improvement in processes, analysis, communications, or customer service, and experience supporting it.
- Enthusiasm for a career in finance and ideas to help us constantly improve.
- Experience of problem-solving, preferably in a financial environment, and willingness to proactively reach across to colleagues in different teams.
- Good grasp of data and how it can be analysed and presented to improve understanding, engagement, and performance.
- Experience of processing invoices, managing supplier records, or similar financial administration tasks.
What you'll focus on:
- Processing purchase requisitions, goods receipting, supplier invoices and supporting payment preparation in line with internal procedures.
- Monitoring and responding to daily communications from colleagues and role-modelling brilliant partnership and customer service.
- Recording, processing, and filing financial transactions, including completing reconciliations and supporting audits.
- Liaising with suppliers and other third parties to resolve queries and maintain positive relationships.
- Assisting with month-end and year-end closing processes and supporting the Purchase to Pay Officer with reports and analysis.
- Identifying ways to improve processes and supporting colleagues across the organisation to operate within best practice for financial transactions.
Could your enthusiasm for finance and quality improvement help strengthen our Purchase to Pay operations? Are you ready to develop your skills through hands-on experience and mentorship in an environment where learning and collaboration are valued? If you're looking for a role where development meets meaningful purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
Important Dates
The deadline for applications is Friday 12th December 2025, 23:59
Interviews will take place on W/C 15th December 2025
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people.
Our hiring process
During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply. Please also contact Alzheimer’s Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.
We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.
We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a DBS check at the relevant level.
Giving back to you
Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.
You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it’s like to be an employee at the Society.
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As Managing Director, you will provide strategic direction for the charity, employing a collaborative leadership style to ensure that the achievement of the charity’s vision and objectives is supported by an engaged and culturally healthy staff team.
You will ensure the projects are run in-line with our policies, legal requirements, and budgets, with an overarching understanding of the charity’s finances and fundraising.
You will also be a figurehead for the organisation, effectively networking, partnering and influencing across sectors.
Lastly, but most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative power of connection across division, and how the projects we create serve this core purpose.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with The Scouts to recruit for an Interim Financial Controller on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (MAT cover).
The Scouts actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.
As their Financial Controller, you will lead the Financial Accounting and Payroll team. This hands-on, strategic role requires a leader capable of driving operational efficiency in transactional accounting while managing the complexity of statutory reporting, audit, and internal control frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, GL, Banking) and drive efficiency. Ensure the integrity, controls, and continuous improvement of all finance systems.
Be the primary lead for the production of annual statutory accounts and the management of the year-end audit. Ensure full compliance with tax obligations (VAT, Corporation Tax) and external regulations.
Design, implement, and maintain a robust and effective internal control framework, ensuring processes are documented and controls are strictly followed.
Lead cash flow management, debt collection, liaise with investment managers, and report on compliance with the financial reserves policy.
Manage and motivate the Financial Accounting Team and oversee the Payroll Operations Manager, ensuring an accurate, timely, and compliant payroll and pensions service.
Act as a key advisor to employees and trustees, specifically managing the fixed asset register and partnering on capital expenditure budgets.
Essentials:
A recognised, full Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
5-10 years' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in a senior financial accounting or audit position with a demonstrable track record of success in managing complex financial operations.
- Experience working within a charity environment and strong knowledge of charity SORP.
Proven experience in statutory accounts production, managing audits, implementing strong internal controls, and overseeing transactional teams.
- Strong change management skills and a passion for driving continuous process and system improvements.
Salary is up to £68,000 + Excellent Benefits.
The Scouts are based in Gilwell Park, Chingford, London. Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office.
Advert closes on Friday 12th December. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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This role will deliver the ITF Group financial budget, forecasts, reports of actual results and explanations of variances, be responsible for the chart of accounts and accruals and prepayments, and develop and exploit the use of finance systems and interfaces with other systems.
Your core responsibilities will include:
- Budgeting, forecasting and reporting: Deliver the ITF Group financial budget and forecasts, propose budgeting assumptions, issue monthly accounts and variance analysis and report on financial risks and opportunities.
- Engage with stakeholders: Deliver reports of actual results, and explanations of variances to budget and forecast, to the Finance Director, senior managers and other stakeholders.
- Group-wide reporting: Review, challenge as required, and process expenditure returns from regional offices and upload these to the finance system to be included in ITF Group actual results.
- Chart of accounts: Responsible for the chart of accounts, opening and closing elements of the accounts, other coding matters, and controlling access rights to the finance systems and other financial information.
- Accounting: Responsible for all accruals and prepayments, including overseeing those posted by the Head of Finance, Financial Controller and others.
- Supporting business partners: Provide regular donor funding reporting, accrue or defer income and expenditure, and make coding changes as requested by the donor funding team.
- Assisting audits: Prepare for and assist with the external audit and year-end and complete allocated balance sheet reconciliations.
- Strategy and projects: Strategic and ad hoc projects and financial modelling.
- Systems: Develop and exploit the use of finance systems and interfaces with other systems, upgrade finance systems, manage the relationships with finance software suppliers and ensure resilience, backups and contingency plans in relation to finance systems.
About You
You are a qualified accountant (e.g., CCAB or CIMA) with a proven track record in a senior finance role.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Essential criteria:
- Advanced Excel and intermediate Word skills.
- Practical experience with complex finance databases (e.g., Sage, Oracle, SAP) and, reporting tools.
- Strong project management skills.
- Direct experience of being audited by external financial auditors.
- Knowledge and hands-on experience preparing annual reports and financial statements, with a solid knowledge of accounting standards and HMRC requirements.
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, be numerate and have the organisational skills to meet tight deadlines.
- A problem solving and systematic approach.
- A willingness to adapt working hours during periods of high demand to ensure deadlines are met.
- Be fluent in English.
Desirable criteria:
- Experience in implementing new finance databases and reporting tools.
WHY WORK FOR US
ITF offers a highly attractive salary and annual bonus, competitive pension scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as the opportunity for international travel.
At the ITF, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our team and our affiliates. We see the diversity of our staff as a source of intelligence and strength. This means that we work creatively to make the most of unique experiences and perspectives. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome all applications regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, migration status, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, political opinions or trade union affiliation or activity.
Non Charity Employer
101 - 500
Every day transport workers keep the world moving – connecting millions of people across our cities and countries
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Organisation
This is a well-established national charity with an income in excess of £100 million, playing a vital role in supporting people affected by a major health condition. The organisation is values-driven, impact-focused, and undergoing continuous improvement in its financial operations. The Finance & Assurance directorate is a trusted partner across the charity, enabling better decision-making through high-quality financial insight and compliance.
The Job
As Financial Accountant, you'll lead a small team and report to the Head of Financial Accounting. You'll be responsible for producing accurate financial statements, managing audit deliverables, ensuring compliance with charity and company law, and driving improvements in financial processes and reporting. This is a hands-on technical role with leadership responsibilities, requiring collaboration across finance, systems, and planning teams to deliver a seamless finance function.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing statutory accounts and technical accounting adjustments
- Leading year-end processes and audit engagement
- Ensuring compliance with VAT, Corporation Tax, and Gift Aid
- Driving system and process improvements
- Supporting and developing Associate Accountants
The Person
You'll be a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise in SORP/FRS102 and experience in a large, complex organisation. You'll bring a track record of producing high-quality financial reports, managing audits, and improving performance through data and collaboration. Open to candidates coming straight from practice, especially those who have previously laised with charities.
We're looking for someone who:
- Communicates confidently with senior stakeholders
- Builds high-performing, accountable teams
- Is resilient, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement
- Works collaboratively across departments and disciplines
- Champions inclusion and values-driven leadership
What's in it for You?
- A meaningful role in a purpose-led organisation making a real difference
- Remote working with occasional office attendance
- Competitive salary in the region of £50,000-£58,000
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with service
- Up to 8% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance and income protection
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A collaborative, high-support environment focused on learning and impact
What to Do Now
If you're a technically strong accountant who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment, I'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
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Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with The Scouts to recruit for an Interim Financial Controller on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (MAT cover).
The Scouts actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.
As their Financial Controller, you will lead the Financial Accounting and Payroll team. This hands-on, strategic role requires a leader capable of driving operational efficiency in transactional accounting while managing the complexity of statutory reporting, audit, and internal control frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, GL, Banking) and drive efficiency. Ensure the integrity, controls, and continuous improvement of all finance systems.
Be the primary lead for the production of annual statutory accounts and the management of the year-end audit. Ensure full compliance with tax obligations (VAT, Corporation Tax) and external regulations.
Design, implement, and maintain a robust and effective internal control framework, ensuring processes are documented and controls are strictly followed.
Lead cash flow management, debt collection, liaise with investment managers, and report on compliance with the financial reserves policy.
Manage and motivate the Financial Accounting Team and oversee the Payroll Operations Manager, ensuring an accurate, timely, and compliant payroll and pensions service.
Act as a key advisor to employees and trustees, specifically managing the fixed asset register and partnering on capital expenditure budgets.
Essentials:
A recognised, full Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
5-10 years' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in a senior financial accounting or audit position with a demonstrable track record of success in managing complex financial operations.
- Experience working within a charity environment and strong knowledge of charity SORP.
Proven experience in statutory accounts production, managing audits, implementing strong internal controls, and overseeing transactional teams.
- Strong change management skills and a passion for driving continuous process and system improvements.
Salary is up to £68,000 + Excellent Benefits.
The Scouts are based in Gilwell Park, Chingford, London. Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office.
Advert closes on Friday 12th December. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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We are now recruiting for a Head of Building & Facilities to join our team! In this crucial role, you will have overall responsibility for the management and maintenance of the building and ensuring the appropriate provision of facilities at JW3, including services and equipment. You will also lead on the management of contracts with outsourced suppliers, including those responsible for building maintenance, IT and telephones, security, and cleaning. This role reports into and will collaborate closely with the Director of Finance & Operations.
As a key part of our management team, you will directly contribute to our mission of creating open and welcoming Jewish spaces that bring different people together, strengthen identities, and build community through arts, culture, education, and social action.
Some of the core duties include:
- Ensure the building – both externally and internally – is maintained and serviced to a high standard in accordance with agreed budgets
- Oversee and regularly review the work conducted by contractors providing specific services to JW3
- Consult with specialist professional contractors to oversee the development and implementation of longer term (5-10 year) plans for building lifecycle replacements and improvements, including energy efficiency and environmental matters
- Take responsibility for the building’s health and safety policy, its implementation, monitoring and reporting
- Ensure the building remains compliant with relevant legislation, regulation and licences for buildings and health & safety at all times
Full details of the role and person specification are outlined in the job description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Reports to: Operations Director (Head of Delivery)
Contract: Part-time (0.5 FTE)
Role Purpose
As Payroll Lead, you will manage HOST’s global payroll operations — ensuring that all staff, contractors, and hosted partners are paid accurately, compliantly, and on time.
You will bring structure, care, and precision to one of HOST’s most essential services: ensuring the people driving climate and social action receive the financial stability they need to do their best work.
This role supports both internal HOST staff and hosted partners, liaising across HR, Finance, and Community Support to deliver secure, compliant, and efficient payroll management. You will also help develop new systems and processes as HOST expands internationally, ensuring our operations remain smooth, transparent, and aligned with local legislation.
Core Responsibilities
1. Payroll Management
- Manage all aspects of monthly payroll for UK and international employees, contractors, and hosted partner staff.
- Prepare and process payroll changes (new hires, terminations, pay adjustments) in line with internal procedures.
- Ensure timely submission of payroll information to Finance and external providers.
- Reconcile payroll each month, identifying and resolving any discrepancies.
- Reporting cadence: Monthly payroll cycle; quarterly summary to Operations Director.
2. Compliance and Record-Keeping
- Ensure full compliance with UK employment law, tax regulations, and international payroll requirements in collaboration with external providers.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee and contractor records.
- Support statutory reporting, including PAYE, HMRC, and pension submissions.
- Liaise with HOST’s Finance Team on audits and compliance reviews.
Reporting cadence: Monthly compliance report; annual payroll compliance review.
3. System Management and Improvement
- Maintain and improve digital payroll systems, ensuring data accuracy and secure integration with Finance and HR tools.
- Support the development of HOSTHub payroll features and automation processes with the Tech Team.
- Identify opportunities to simplify workflows and strengthen reporting.
Reporting cadence: Quarterly system and process improvement review.
4. Contractor and International Payroll Support
- Coordinate with the Community Support and Finance Teams to process international contractor payments, ensuring correct deductions and documentation.
- Liaise with local payroll providers and Employer of Record (EoR) partners to ensure compliance in each jurisdiction.
- Track and report on cross-border payroll performance and issue resolution.
Reporting cadence: Monthly report; immediate escalation of compliance concerns.
5. HR and Staff Support
- Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll queries from staff and contractors, providing clear and timely responses.
- Collaborate with the HR & Operations teams to ensure policies and processes reflect payroll updates and legislation.
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes for staff and contractors.
Reporting cadence: Ongoing; monthly summary of staff queries and resolutions.
6. Risk and Confidentiality
- Identify potential payroll or compliance risks, escalating concerns to the Operations Director and Finance Manager.
- Ensure all payroll data and personal information are handled securely, in line with GDPR and HOST’s data protection policies.
Reporting cadence: Ongoing; quarterly inclusion in organisational risk report.
Key Relationships
Internal: Operations Director, Finance Manager, Accountant, Community Support Leads, HR & Payroll External Specialist, and Legal Lead.
External: Payroll providers, Employer of Record partners, and hosted partner representatives.
Performance Indicators
- 100% accuracy in payroll delivery and documentation.
- 100% on-time monthly payroll completion.
- All compliance and statutory submissions completed by deadline.
- 100% confidentiality maintained in payroll data handling.
- Measurable improvements in payroll efficiency and staff satisfaction.
Qualifications/Experience: Member of recognised payroll body e.g. CIPP/GPA
Non Charity Employer
11 - 20
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