Financial accountant jobs in Central london, greater london

Reporting to the Head of Finance, and supporting our small talented highly talented Team your key tasks will be to:

· assist staff managing project finances ;

·       support the development of donor project budgets;

·       take a principlal role in supporting financial compliance;

·       support IM to fulfil its accountability to funders 

You will be part or fully qualified, with at least 4 years’ progressive experience supporting charity financial management including budget compilation, donor reports and grant management.  With excellent MS Excel skills and experience of Sage 50 and ExpenseIn or similar systems, you will have outstanding attention to detail and excellent oral and written English communication skills.

We don't just want a dyed in the wool accountant, we also want someone with great interpersonal skills. You will be dynamic and keen to move to the next stage in your career, you are a problem solver with a GSOH who thrives in a small, fast-paced high-calibre international team where everyone pitches in. A demonstrable interest in international relations and peacemaking and / or experience of working in a conflict zone and additional languages would be highly desirable.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Previous applicants need not apply again.

About Ataxia UK 

Ataxia’ is an umbrella term for a group of progressive, neurological conditions which involve problems with co-ordination, balance and speech caused by disruption of the messages sent from our brains to our muscles. 

Ataxia UK funds research into cures and treatments for ataxia, including stem cell and gene therapy. By collaborating with ataxia researchers across the globe, and pharmaceutical and research organisations, we’re confident that cures can one day be found. Until then, we work towards getting better treatments for people with ataxia and providing information and  support to everyone affected. Improving their quality of life and helping to slow the progression of the disease.   

About the Role   

As our Financial Controller, you'll lead the day-to-day financial operations of the charity, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting and efficient processes that support our mission. You'll oversee month-end reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, providing clear insights to inform decision-making across the organisation. Working closely with colleagues throughout the charity, you'll manage grant and restricted fund reporting, support annual planning, drive continuous improvement in financial systems and processes, and lead a small finance team. You'll also play a key role in ensuring compliance with charity accounting standards, governance requirements and best practice.

About you 

We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA ,CIPFA or similar) with at least five years' post-qualification experience and a proven track record in senior finance or audit roles. You'll be confident leading finance operations, managing staff, and turning complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.

You'll bring experience of charity finance, including grant management, restricted and unrestricted funds, and Charity SORP, alongside strong skills in Xero and Excel. Experience with Fathom and Raiser's Edge (or similar CRM/database systems) would be an advantage.

Just as importantly, you'll be passionate about making a difference for people affected by ataxia. You'll understand the barriers faced by disabled people, approach our members with empathy and respect, and share our commitment to equality, inclusion and ethical medical research.

This is an opportunity for a skilled finance professional to use their expertise to help drive our mission and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits of working for us. 

• 25 days annual leave pro rata (rising to 30 with a length of service)
• Extra holiday day for your birthday
• Access to a free Health Plan, Employee Assistance Programme & Employee Hotline
• Flexible hybrid working
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and co-parental leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Accredited Living Wage Employer

Please see full Job Description for further details including Person Specifications. Your covering letter will be used to assess you against the person specification for this role.

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.

About us

We are a long-established UK research institution with charitable status and accounting operations in both the UK and East Africa. With an annual turnover of over £1 million, our finances span two entities and a range of restricted and unrestricted funds, consolidated for reporting. We are looking for a qualified accountant to join us as a contractor in a part-time, ongoing capacity to strengthen the running of our finance function.

The role

Our accountant in the East Africa office handles the day-to-day transactions — raising invoices, recording expenses and paying supplier bills. You will work alongside them, providing the qualified oversight, payment control and monthly discipline that keep the finance function running well, and supporting their development along the way.

It is a varied role that combines hands-on accuracy with oversight and coaching. In practice, you will:

• Support, guide and coach our accountant so that accounting entries are made correctly and consistently, building their skills over time.

• Run payment preparation and approval process in the UK entity, approving payment runs for release by local signatories.

• Financial management of project funds: accounting, expense management, funds transfers and accurate financial reporting.

• Review monthly results and report, examining the Statement of Financial Activities and underlying entries, and tracking performance against budget.

• Own the budgeting process, maintaining and updating the existing annual budget and monitoring it each month, and reporting quarterly to funders.

• Run a reliable monthly close and provide cover for our accountant during leave or absence to keep the accounting running.

• Lead on risk, taking an active interest in risk assessment, management and internal financial controls, working with compliance officer for local regulatory compliance.

• Attend and co-ordinate the finance and development meeting, support Companies House and Charity Commissions returns and updates.

• Administrative support for grant applications and management of these.

Key requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or CIPFA), or a finalist with strong relevant experience.

• Right to work in the UK.

• Proficient in Xero, and either proficient in Joiin or a similar consolidation system such as Hyperion and able to learn it quickly. Familiarity with payment platforms (desirable).

• Sound understanding of payment controls, dual authorisation and segregation of duties.

• Experience of maintaining a budget and reviewing monthly performance against it.

• Detail-focused and hands-on, with the judgement to review, oversee and coach a colleague.

• Charity or non-profit experience is useful but not essential, including experience of managing project funds, expenses and reporting to funders.

What does success look like

In this role, success means:

• Accounting is accurate and correctly recorded across both entities.

• Monthly review and reporting is completed reliably and on time.

• The budget process is mastered and embedded in monthly reporting, with performance tracked against budget categories.

• Dual authorisation of key processes is operating successfully.

• Key processes in both entities are learnt, so you can cover for the East Africa accountant in the event of absence.

• The payment process is smooth, reviewed, and presented to the Director for second approval.

• Risk assessment is formalised and internal financial controls are maintained.

Who it suits

This role would suit an accountant who wants to broaden their range of experience, or an experienced accountant from the commercial or non-profit sector who now wishes to work part-time and contribute to the smooth running of a respected institution.

Our systems

We use Xero for our accounting and Joiin for consolidated reporting. Both are already implemented and stable. Proficiency in Joiin is ideal; otherwise, experience of a similar system and a readiness to learn this software quickly is an advantage.

How to apply

Please send your CV with a short covering note explaining your interest and how your experience fits the key requirements above. We will review applications on a rolling basis and may close early if we find the right candidate.

Financial Controller

Salary: Up to £55,000
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Location: Hybrid / London

A growing social-impact charity is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to strengthen financial management, reporting, controls and business partnering across the organisation.

Reporting to a senior operational leader and managing the Finance Team, you will work closely with the Executive Team, budget holders and colleagues across the organisation. You will play a key role in improving financial insight, strengthening controls and helping non-finance colleagues make confident, well-informed decisions.

The role

As Financial Controller, you will lead the organisation’s financial management and control environment while supporting longer-term planning and sustainability.

You will:

· Lead budgeting, forecasting and multi-year financial planning

· Provide high-quality management information, analysis and commentary to senior leaders and Trustees

· Partner with budget holders, providing financial insight and support.

· Oversee month-end processes, reconciliations, payroll controls and policies

· Lead preparation for the annual audit and statutory accounts

· Maintain strong oversight of restricted income and funder reporting

· Support fundraising and income-generation teams with financial modelling and funding applications

· Lead cash-flow forecasting, treasury management and investment oversight

· Improve finance systems, reporting tools and processes, including identifying opportunities for automation

· Help improve financial understanding and confidence across the organisation

About you

You will ideally be a qualified accountant, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, and will offer:

· Strong finance experience gained within a charity, not-for-profit or similarly complex environment

· Excellent financial control, management accounting and reporting experience

· Practical knowledge of Charities SORP and FRS102

· The ability to translate complex financial information into clear, practical advice

· Confidence working with senior leaders, Trustees and non-finance stakeholders

· Experience improving financial systems, processes and controls

· The ability to combine attention to detail with a wider organisational perspective

Above all, you will be motivated by the opportunity to use your finance expertise to support an organisation delivering meaningful social impact.

How to apply

To view the candidate information pack, please visit the Giving Back Recruitment website.

Closing date: 31st August 2026
Interviews: Mid-September 2026

Natural History Museum
Financial Controller
Salary: £65,000
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (36 hours per week)
Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office, South Kensington

The Natural History Museum is one of the world's most iconic visitor attractions and a globally respected scientific research centre. Home to over 80 million objects and welcoming more than five million visitors annually, we are uniquely placed to inspire people to care about the natural world and tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our planet. 
As we continue to deliver our ambitious strategic priorities, we are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Financial Controller to play a pivotal leadership role within our Finance team.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a qualified finance professional to lead core financial operations, reporting and systems functions while helping shape the Museum's financial strategy and supporting transformational change across the organisation.

About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Financial Controller will lead three teams, totalling 12 members of staff, across Financial Accounts, Financial Operations and Finance Systems.
You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, compliance and effectiveness of the Museum's financial reporting processes, maintaining strong financial controls and delivering excellent finance services across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities
As a key member of the Finance leadership team, you will:

• Lead and develop the Financial Accounts, Financial Operations and Finance Systems teams, ensuring a high-performing, customer-focused finance function. 
• Take overall responsibility for the production of statutory accounts, Whole of Government Accounts (WGA) returns and the successful delivery of the annual external audit process. 
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, Charity SORP, FReM, VAT and HMRC requirements, maintaining robust financial controls and governance across the Museum. 
• Lead treasury management, cashflow forecasting and stewardship of Museum funds, whilst managing relationships with auditors, government bodies and other external stakeholders. 
• Act as a senior finance leader and deputy to the Head of Finance, providing expert financial advice to senior stakeholders and supporting major projects and strategic initiatives. 
• Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, reporting, policies and processes, ensuring efficient, compliant and effective financial operations.
• Work in partnership with business leads responsible for income generation, providing strategic advice and aligning teams to work with agility to respond to organisational need

About You
We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management and people leadership skills.
You will bring:

• A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with significant, demonstrable post-qualification experience
• Proven experience leading and developing finance teams within a complex organisation
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory reporting, financial controls and governance
• Experience of preparing and presenting financial information to senior leadership and Board-level audiences
• Knowledge of charity accounting, SORP, VAT and HMRC requirements
• Experience overseeing finance systems and driving process improvement initiatives
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for non-finance stakeholders
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and ability to manage competing priorities effectively

Why Join the Natural History Museum?

• 27.5 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Defined contribution pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support programmes
• Free admission to our exhibitions and many other paid exhibitions at museums, galleries and institutions across London and the UK.

Apply Now
The Natural History Museum is partnering exclusively with Allen Lane and Iain Slinn on the recruitment of this exciting opportunity. For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact Iain directly.

Financial Controller

This is an exciting role for a motivated self-starter, who is keen to make a key contribution to delivering financial strategy and has a well-rounded business partnering approach to delivering Finance solutions.

Join an education charity that believes that every young person can make the most of education, unlocking their potential and creating a fairer society.

Position: Financial Controller

Location: London/Hybrid

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £47,000 to £52,000 depending on experience, plus £3,000 London Weighting (where applicable)

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours (we welcome requests for flexible working arrangements)

Close Date: 2 September 2026. Please note this role may close sooner than advertised if a suitable candidate is found.

Interview Date: 11 & 14 September 2026

About the Role

The organisation has ambitious plans to grow and is looking for a Financial Controller to build strong foundations in relation to financial literacy and commercial awareness across the organisation whilst working closely with the Executive. This role will be crucial in supporting the Chief Operating Officer to deliver strategic plans over the next five years.

This role will give you the opportunity to build strong relationships across the organisation and provide outstanding customer service to various stakeholders. 

Given the relative size of the organisation, this is a broad role, encompassing many different aspects of Finance and therefore will provide an amazing opportunity for the right candidate to develop a broad Finance skillset. 

Role areas of responsibility include:

• Financial Management and Finance Business
• Financial Control and Reporting
• Treasury Management 

About You

We are looking for someone who holds a professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA/ACCA/CIMA), including newly qualified accountants with sufficient experience. Finance professionals that have sufficient relevant experience and are close to becoming fully qualified may also be considered. 

You will also have:

• Relevant experience within the not-for-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of and practical application of Charities SORP and FRS102 requirements.
• Demonstrable business partnering experience, preferably in a similar size organisation and business model.
• Strong financial control, management accounting and reporting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt and influence change.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using a range of financial reporting tools.
• Experience of using a range of accounting software (Xledger desirable).
• Good working knowledge of MS Office programmes.
• Desire to pro-actively learn about AI and its application to finance activities.

About the Organisation

Join an organisations that believes that every young person should have the opportunity to fulfil their potential and make the most of their education. The team are passionate about reducing the educational barriers students face, helping them to pursue a career in their chosen field and follow their dreams. 

Benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave p.a. (pro rata), Bank Holidays and Winter closure (5 days).
• PerkBox – offering nationwide shopping discounts, gym memberships, holidays, learning and much more.
• Employee Assistance Programme, a 24-hour helpline for staff.
• Paid wellbeing day.
• Online Medical assistance – access 24/7 to a qualified GP within minutes, with referrals and prescriptions available same-day.
• Interest-free travelcard loans.
• Cycles scheme loans.
• Two paid Volunteering Days.
• Employer’s pensions contributions (3%).
• CPD options with a business case aligned with strategic objectives.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a proud to be a Level 1 Disability Confident employer, if you require any reasonable adjustments please contact us. Please note, if you are selected for appointment to the role, you will be subject to a DBS check.

You also have experience in roles such as Finance, Financial Controller, Finance and Operations, Finance Officer, Finance Manager, Accountant.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP

FP&A Consultant  (AI & Automation)

£500 - £600 per day (Depending on experience)

Job description

An innovative research organisation is seeking an experienced FP&A consultant to join the team on an interim basis. This is a unique opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys combining traditional FP&A with technology, automation and AI. Alongside budgeting, forecasting and reporting, you'll design and build tools that automate manual finance processes, improve data quality and provide better insights for decision-makers.

Working closely with Finance, Data and Technology teams, you'll play a key role in shaping how financial information is captured, analysed and reported across the organisation.

Key responsibilities are as follows:

• Maintain and enhance financial models, forecasts and budgeting processes.
• Produce insightful management reporting and analysis for senior stakeholders.
• Design and implement automation tools that streamline finance processes and reduce manual reporting.
• Connect data across finance and operational systems to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Develop financial reporting tools, dashboards and workflow automations.
• Use AI and emerging technologies to improve forecasting, analysis and financial reporting.
• Build and document robust financial models, controls and data structures.
• Support wider finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively across Finance, Technology and operational teams to deliver scalable solutions.

You will:

• Be a fully qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or possess significant FP&A experience.
• Have strong experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling.
• Enjoy using technology to improve finance processes and automate repetitive tasks.
• Have experience working with ERP, general ledger or FP&A systems.
• Be comfortable exploring AI, automation and low-code tools to solve business problems.
• Possess excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Be naturally curious, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Experience with SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau or workflow automation tools would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on offer:

• Day rate: £500 - £600per day (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working arrangements with a London office.
• The chance to join a growing organisation in a newly created role and help shape the future of its finance function through technology, automation and AI

 Part Qualified/Qualified  Management Accountant (Remote, Islamic Charity)

The Opportunity

Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a national Muslim charitable foundation that enables Zakat giving and provides support to people in need across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Management Accountant to join a values-led finance team and support the Head of Finance in delivering high-quality reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial insight across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor financial performance, track KPIs and provide clear variance analysis against budget.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and scenario planning.
• Assist departments to understand and manage their budgets, providing clear financial insight to non-finance colleagues.
• Support compliance, statutory accounts, audit documentation and the development of financial policies and procedures.
• Own and maintain the contracts register, supporting procurement oversight, value for money assessment and supplier monitoring.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a qualified or part-qualified accountant, such as ACCA or CIMA, with demonstrable experience of financial reporting to senior management and internal stakeholders.

You will bring strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to explain financial information clearly to a diverse audience. You will be organised, proactive, adaptable and confident working independently and collaboratively across teams.

Experience of contracts management, procurement oversight or maintaining a supplier/contract register is essential. Knowledge of charity finance, governance or regulation would be desirable, as would experience with Microsoft Excel, Power BI and Microsoft Dynamics Business Central.

How to Apply

Please apply using the link or contact syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and initial discussion.

Applications close  on the 30th August 2026.

Financial Planning and Analysis Lead
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 pro rata
Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (6 Months)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Central London (Hybrid, 1-2 days per week onsite)

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced FP&A professional to join a well-established membership organisation undergoing significant change and transformation.
 
With no dedicated FP&A function currently in place, this role has been created to provide immediate leadership across budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and management reporting. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering the next budget cycle while building stronger financial planning processes and reporting capabilities for the future.
 
This is a highly visible position requiring an individual who can quickly establish credibility with senior stakeholders, provide commercial challenge and insight, and drive meaningful improvements across finance processes, systems and controls.

What you will be doing

• Lead and coordinate the full organisational budgeting process
• Manage forecasting and financial planning activities
• Develop a more structured and consistent FP&A framework
• Improve the quality, accuracy and usefulness of management reporting
• Produce insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Partner with budget holders and senior leaders across the organisation
• Build robust financial models and business cases
• Support wider finance transformation initiatives
• Review and improve reporting processes, controls and systems
• Help embed stronger financial discipline, accountability and governance

What we are looking for


You will be a genuine FP&A specialist with a proven track record of delivering budgeting, forecasting and planning processes in a complex organisatin such as a similar Royal College or membership organisation.

You will bring:
 

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ICAEW, ACCA or equivalent).
• Significant FP&A experience with a similar Royal College or membership organisation
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial planning expertise
• Advanced Excel and using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Experience providing and improving finance business partnering support in an organisation going through change or transformation.

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

Interim Financial Planning & Analyst Manager (3 to 6 Month FTC)

Salary: £55,000 per annum (pro rata)
Location: Central London with hybrid working (1 day in office, 4 remote)
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (3 to 6 months)

Are you an experienced Financial Planning & Analyst professional who can hit the ground running? We're partnering with a well-established organisation seeking an accomplished Interim FP&A Manager to provide strategic financial insight during a key period of change and planning.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to make an immediate impact, working closely with senior leadership to drive budgeting, forecasting and business performance across a diverse organisation.

The Role

You'll take ownership of the financial planning and analysis function, providing meaningful commercial insight to support decision-making and organisational performance. Acting as a trusted business partner, you'll work collaboratively with budget holders and senior stakeholders while leading the budgeting and forecasting cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities.

• Produce high-quality management reporting with insightful analysis and recommendations.

• Develop financial models, business cases and scenario planning to support strategic decisions.

• Partner with budget holders to improve financial performance and accountability.

• Deliver KPI reporting, variance analysis and performance dashboards.

• Analyse payroll and workforce costs to support resource planning.

• Support commercial performance analysis across multiple income streams.

• Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and financial controls.

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

• Proven experience in FP&A, commercial finance or management accounting.

• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Experience supporting senior leadership with strategic financial insight.

• Confident working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities.

• Available to start at short notice.

What's on Offer

• £55,000 per annum (pro rata).

• Hybrid working arrangement.

• Opportunity to influence strategic decision-making from day one.

• Collaborative and supportive working environment.

• Immediate start with potential for extension.

If you have the above skill and experience and are immediately available, please apply online today, I would love to hear from you!

Are you an accomplished finance executive looking to combine strategic financial leadership with meaningful climate impact?

We're seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Officer to join the executive team of a mission-driven international organisation working to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable, climate-resilient future. This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial future of a complex, multi-entity organisation as it evolves towards a more diversified and sustainable funding model.

As the organisation's senior finance leader, you will provide strategic oversight of finance while leading key enabling functions including funding operations and facilities. Working closely with the CEO, Board and Executive Leadership Team, you'll help drive organisational resilience, support informed decision-making and ensure robust governance across an international, remote-first environment.

We're looking for someone who can:

• Develop and deliver long-term financial strategy aligned to organisational growth, resilience and impact.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and financial performance across multiple entities.
• Strengthen financial resilience through effective governance, controls, risk management and commercial insight.
• Partner with executive leaders to support strategic investment decisions and organisational transformation.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Enable high-quality financial reporting, data-driven decision making and operational excellence.

You'll bring:

• Significant experience as a CFO, Finance Director or equivalent within a complex, multi-entity organisation.
• A recognised professional accounting qualification.
• A track record of leading organisations through change, transformation or evolving funding and business models.
• Experience across multiple funding environments, ideally spanning institutional, commercial and/or philanthropic sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen combined with exceptional governance, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to thrive in ambiguity while maintaining financial discipline and enabling innovation.

This role is ideal for a purpose-led finance leader who wants to apply their expertise to one of the defining challenges of our time. You'll join an ambitious, international organisation where financial leadership is central to enabling climate innovation, organisational resilience and long-term systems change.

Interested?

If you're an inspiring finance leader ready to shape the next chapter of a high-impact international organisation driving positive climate action, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis, as such an early application is highly recommended.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact our exclusive partner, Bryony Thomas via the Allen Lane agency website.

About Hope for the Young

Hope for the Young removes the obstacles to young refugees and sanctuary-seekers’ education and wellbeing through mentoring, advocacy, and financial support.

The Mentoring Programme supports young refugees and sanctuary-seekers aged 16-25 by matching them with trained volunteer mentors who provide weekly one-to-one support tailored to the young people's needs. Mentors help with teaching English, enrolment advice, study skills, confidence and trust building, and provide emotional and practical support that helps young people access new services, adapt and settle into their communities.

The Grants and Advocacy Programme supports young people who, due to their immigration status, have no access to student finance or other financial support to enable them to go to college or university. We provide small grants to pay for tuition fees, living allowances and travel expenses, alongside tailored advocacy support to enable young refugees and sanctuary-seekers to access education in the UK.

About this role

Hope for the Young is looking for an experienced and proactive Head of Finance and Operations to lead the smooth running of our finance, systems, HR and office functions. This is a hands-on role at the heart of a small, ambitious charity, giving you the opportunity to shape how we operate as we grow our support for young refugees and sanctuary-seekers across London.

You will oversee financial management and reporting, ensuring accurate records, robust controls and clear budgeting and forecasting to support the charity's long-term sustainability. You will also lead on our Salesforce system and wider data practices, manage day-to-day office and operational matters, and take responsibility for HR across the organisation. You will also line-manage our Finance and Administration Officer.

This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys working across multiple areas of responsibility and thrives in a small team environment. Working closely with the CEO and Head of Programmes, you will play a central role in ensuring Hope for the Young has the systems, processes and people in place to deliver our mission effectively, efficiently and sustainably, helping us support more young people seeking safety to build safe, hopeful futures.

We offer a flexible and hybrid working environment, however you will be expected to come to our office in Brixton for a minimum of 1 day per week (on a Wednesday, which is our office team day).

Key responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

· Lead and oversee the charity's financial management, ensuring robust controls, effective processes and compliance with financial policies and procedures.

· Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning in collaboration with the CEO and Head of Programmes to support organisational sustainability.

· Oversee the delivery of day-to-day finance operations, including bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and financial record-keeping, delivered by the Finance and Administration Officer, providing guidance, training, and support as necessary.

· Monitor income, expenditure, reserves and restricted and unrestricted funds, ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective resource management.

· Prepare and present monthly management accounts, financial reports and analysis to support decision-making by the CEO and Board.

· Maintain and strengthen financial controls, delegated authority arrangements and audit processes to ensure strong financial governance.

Leadership, Governance and Organisational Management

· Lead organisational operational planning and risk management, ensuring systems, processes and resources align with and support delivery of the strategic plan

· Sit as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), contributing to organisational strategy, cross-team planning and key decision-making alongside the CEO and Head of Programmes.

· Maintain the organisational risk register, working with the CEO and Board to identify and mitigate strategic and operational risks.

· Own the organisation’s policy framework, maintaining the policy register and ensuring the timely revision, review and compliance of all policies.

IT and Office Management

· Lead the development, administration and optimisation of Salesforce, other fundraising platforms and related system integrations to support fundraising, donor engagement and programme delivery, liaising closely with the Salesforce consultant to implement system enhancements and resolve issues.

· Drive the continuous improvement of Salesforce systems, processes and data management practices, ensuring high standards of data quality, security and operational efficiency.

· Oversee the IT infrastructure, managing the procurement and ongoing maintenance of IT hardware, systems and software with support from the external IT provider.

· Provide training, guidance and user support on Salesforce, Sharepoint, and all related platforms to maximise staff capability and system adoption.

· Ensure a fully functioning office base which enables Hope for the Young to deliver its operational activities in the most efficient and effective manner.

Human Resource Management

· Lead and oversee HR operations, including the recruitment, onboarding and retention of staff and volunteers

· Oversee employee lifecycle processes, including inductions, appraisals, performance reviews and professional development planning

· Ensure compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies through effective management and administration of contracts, HR records, employee benefits and people processes

· Lead on team wellbeing, fostering a supportive, inclusive, and resilient working culture across the team

The job description as described will be reviewed on a regular basis to respond to any changing needs of the post.

Benefits

• 25 days' annual leave (pro rata), excluding bank holidays, plus additional time off over the Christmas period

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a confidential counselling/support helpline

• Regular development opportunities to support professional development

• Quarterly wellbeing afternoons – group outings or activities to relax and unwind

Further Information

• You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this job.

• You must adhere to Hope for the Young’s Equal Opportunities Policy at all times.

• Your employment at Hope for the Young is subject to two satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

• There is a 3-month probation period for this role.

To Apply

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of forced migration. If you think you have the skills and experience to be our new Head of Finance and Operations, we would love to hear from you.

We understand that AI can be a helpful tool when writing job applications. However, our advice is to not over-rely on AI and ensure your application is a true reflection of you and your voice. We can often tell when AI has been over-relied on and, in many cases, this is not giving applicants the best chance of success.

To submit your application you will need to send your CV and supporting letter, outlining how you meet the person specification for this post and explaining why you would like to work for Hope for the Young.The deadline to apply is 9am Thursday 3rd September. Interviews will take place on 10th and 11th September. If successful, you will be invited to a second interview the following week.  

Job role: FP&A Analyst
Salary: circa £50,000
Location: London (Hybrid - typically one day per week in the office)
Contract: Permanent
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week
 
 
We are partnering with a well-established university seeking an ambitious and analytical FP&A Analyst to join a collaborative finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining financial planning, forecasting and modelling with meaningful business partnering. Working closely with the FP&A Manager, you will play a key role in supporting budgeting cycles, developing financial insight and helping stakeholders make informed decisions that drive organisational performance.
 
The role offers significant autonomy, exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to influence strategic planning and decision-making across the organisation.
 
What you will be doing
 

• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities
• Developing and maintaining financial models to support decision-making
• Producing insightful analysis, management information and reporting
• Building effective relationships with budget holders and non-finance stakeholders
• Providing business partnering support across multiple functions
• Undertaking scenario modelling and financial analysis
• Supporting monthly reporting and performance reviews
• Contributing to continuous improvement of planning and reporting processes
• Helping deliver strategic projects through data-driven analysis and insight

 
What we're looking for
 
We are keen to speak with professionals who can demonstrate:
 

• Experience within FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, management accounting or financial analysis
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyse, model and present complex financial information
• Strong financial modelling and analytical capability
• Commercial awareness and sound finance knowledge
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• Confidence to build relationships, influence and positively challenge stakeholders where required
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines during budgeting, forecasting and reporting cycles
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across an organisation
• Experience using budgeting, planning or finance systems would be advantageous

 
 
Benefits
 

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional winter closure days
• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance
• Enhanced parental leave provisions
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential support on personal and work-related matters
• Optional private medical insurance
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to Work scheme

 
About You
 
You will enjoy working closely with stakeholders, asking questions, challenging assumptions and turning financial information into meaningful insight. You will be naturally curious, comfortable operating independently and motivated by the opportunity to support strategic decision-making. We're particularly interested in individuals who are proactive, eager to learn and genuinely motivated by the opportunity to contribute within the higher education sector.

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