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Job Title: Head of Finance
Reports to: Chief Executive
Direct Reports: Finance and Business Administrator
Location: Remote – With some travel to attend meetings and events (mainly in London but also other project areas elsewhere in the UK)
Salary: £46,542 Pro Rata
Hours: 3-4 Days per week
About Alexandra Rose Charity
We should all be able to eat healthy food. But right now, healthy options cost more than twice as much as junk food. It’s getting harder and harder for people to put good food on the table. In fact, the poorest fifth of UK households would need to spend 50% of their disposable income to eat the UK Government’s recommended healthy diet. Access to a choice of high quality, culturally appropriate fruit & veg is an essential building block for our mental and physical health. We need to put this right.
We’re on a mission to give people access to their choice of fresh fruit & veg, in the heart of their community. At Alexandra Rose, we are proud to deliver a mix of practical, place-based projects and national advocacy to shape a fairer future, where everyone can afford and enjoy fresh fruit & veg with dignity.
If this aligns with how you see the world, and you want to use your skills and experience to help us build towards it, you’ll feel at home here.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Head of Finance to help deliver our mission and support the growth and consolidation of the charity. As a member of our Senior Management Team, you will play a key role in implementing our new strategy as well as managing risk.
You will take overall responsibility for the organisation’s financial management, working closely with the Chief Executive and the Treasurer.
You will provide effective finance partner support to other functions within the charity to support its fundraising, operations and development.
You will also be responsible for the line management of the Finance & Business Administrator, working with the Chief Executive to both oversee and support the governance and compliance services function of the charity.
We want our organisation to reflect the diversity of the communities we work in, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.
Interview Process: The selection process may include two interviews:
Please submit your CV together with a cover letter that clearly demonstrates how your skills, experience and knowledge meet the requirements set out in the job pack. Please note that applications will not be considered from candidates who have applied within the last 18 months.
N.B. Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted
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A fantastic opportunity to join the Cure Parkinson’s Finance team – a medical research charity supporting research to slow, stop or reverse Parkinson’s. Working closely with the Finance Manager, this role will support the day-to-day financial operations of the charity, helping to ensure supporter donations and charitable funds are managed effectively and efficiently. The Finance team plays a crucial role across the organisation, working collaboratively with fundraising, research and operational colleagues to provide accurate financial information, safeguard charity funds and maximise the amount available to invest in pioneering Parkinson’s research. This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation and make a meaningful contribution to the search for a cure.
As our Accounts Officer, you will have previous experience in a finance role and be part-qualified or qualified AAT (or equivalent). You will have a good working knowledge of accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, financial reporting and journals, along with strong Excel and organisational skills. A proactive and detail-oriented finance professional, you will be looking to develop your career in the charity sector while applying your skills to a cause that changes lives. You will require excellent communication and relationship-building skills as you will work with colleagues across the organisation and be the first point of contact for finance queries. Working as an effective member of our Finance team, you will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, handling confidential information with discretion and supporting the production of management information that helps drive informed decision-making across the charity.
Everything we do is to move us closer to our goal, of finding new treatments to slow, stop or reverse the progression of Parkinson’s.



At Stewardship, we are passionate about equipping the Church and Christian charities with the financial tools and guidance they need to thrive. Our specialist services support a wide range of organisations, from small local churches to larger Christian charities, with annual incomes ranging from £25,000 to £1,000,000.
Stewardship is looking for an Accounts Examiner to join our growing Accounts Examination Team, helping clients prepare and review receipts and payments accounts, identify key financial and regulatory matters, and offer practical, thoughtful support that strengthens good financial stewardship.
This is a rewarding opportunity to use your finance skills in a mission-focused Christian charity, supporting a wide range of churches and charities across the UK. You will be highly organised, confident working with financial records and systems, able to communicate clearly, and committed to deadlines and excellent service.
This is full-time role of 35 hours per week, but part-time working would also be considered (minimum of 21 hours per week)
What You’ll Be Doing
- Undertake and oversee the preparation of year end ‘Receipts & Payments’ accounts for our client charities with income up to £500k.
- Undertake, or review, independent examinations of charity ‘Receipts & Payments’ accounts.
- Provide fee quotes to clients and monitor job costs against this budget. Provide explanations for variances from budgeted fees and negotiate additional fees if required.
- Review the information we receive to identify any significant financial and regulatory issues that need to be brought to attention of our client charities.
- Working collaboratively with a team of experienced accountants who share a passion for church and charity finance.
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of our services and resources.
- Provide ad hoc advice to client charities on a whole range of technical issues (which may include advice on bookkeeping, accounting issues and arrangements, internal controls, gift aid, taxation and regulatory compliance) where appropriate
What We’re Looking For
- Bookkeeping experience
- Experience of / a desire to be involved in Christian finance, working with church/charity finance teams, treasurers & trustees.
- Excellent communication skills and a heart for serving Christian organisations.
- Experience working with or within churches or Christian charities is highly desirable.
- A practising Christian, in line with the Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, who is committed to Stewardship’s Christian ethos.
As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:
· Active membership of local church congregation.
An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.
We help Christians be the best stewards of the resources God gives them



This is an exciting opportunity to join Battersea as Head of Finance on a part-time, fixed-term basis, providing cover during a period of sabbatical leave. The role will provide senior financial leadership throughout this period, ensuring continuity, stability and high-quality financial support across the Charity.
This role will lead a high-performing finance and procurement team, ensuring Battersea has robust financial management and an effective control environment that safeguards its finances. They will oversee statutory financial responsibilities, including the production and external audit of statutory accounts and submissions to the Charity Commission, Companies House and HMRC.
This role will ensure the Charity has timely, accurate and meaningful financial information to support sound decision-making, while providing a customer-focused finance service across the organisation. This will include high-quality financial reporting, training, support and advice to key stakeholders.
As a senior leader and member of the Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will contribute to Battersea’s strategic direction and culture, role-modelling its values and helping the Charity achieve its objectives.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year.
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes.
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution.
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans.
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.
We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. If you would like to talk more about this, please contact us. Greyscale copies of the recruitment pack are also available on request.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Acceptable use of AI:
At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.
To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.
Closing date: 31st August 2026
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Interview date(s): To be confirmed
For more information about the role, please download our Recruitment pack.
To apply for the role, please click the "Apply" button below.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.



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Harris Hill is recruiting for a Financial Controller to work for this well-established charity based in Northwest London (Hybrid)
THIS IS AN URGENT PERMANENT POSITION WITH INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
- Position: Permanent
- Title: Financial Controller
- Reporting to: Director of Finance:
- Management: 2 Finance Staff: Finance Manager & Finance Assistant
- Salary: £55.000pa
- Hybrid working: 3 days a week is required in their offices in Northwest London
- Qualification: A Fully Qualified Accountant is required.
The Role
As the Financial Controller, you will run the day-to-day financial operations, taking ownership of transactional accounting and month-end reconciliations. You’ll maintain the general ledger, ensure data integrity across systems, and manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit control functions.
The role involves coordinating payroll, preparing management accounts and VAT returns, supporting budget preparation and assisting with year-end accounts and internal and external audits. You’ll also manage the Finance Manager and play a key role in the organisation’s financial stability and operational success.
Requirements
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification).
- Proven experience managing the month-end close and preparing management accounts.
- High-level Excel proficiency and ability to work with financial data confidently.
- Experience with accounting software (Xero experience is advantageous). Proactive self-starter with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Experience in the charity sector, including technical expertise in Charity SORP.
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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
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.
Using the power of science and 80 million specimens to create a future where people and planet thrive.

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!
Head of Finance
Salary£80,000.00 per annum
LocationLondon/Hybrid (with 1 to 2 days a week in the office)
Weekly Hours35
The Vacancy
Job Title: Head of Finance
Location: London/Hybrid (with 1 to 2 days a week in the office)
Salary: £80,000.00 per annum
Weekly Hours: 35
Reference: YMC1228366
About Us
Founded in 1844, YMCA is a global movement and the world's largest youth-focused charity. In England and Wales, YMCAs are based in over 700 communities across 168 local authorities supporting young people and communities to reach their potential. The turnover of YMCA in 2025-26 was £386m. YMCA England & Wales is a £23 million organisation of more than 400 colleagues, supporting a Federation of 80 local YMCAs to deliver vital services which positively impact young lives across the country. As we grow our income and impact, we are seeking an established and inspirational Head of Finance to take on one of the most pivotal roles in our organisation.
The Opportunity
This is a senior leadership appointment, reporting to the Director of Resources and leading a Finance team of around nine, including the payroll function. You will act as our lead on all matters of finance, liaising with our Federation members where necessary, providing expert support to our Income Generation Directorate (Fundraising and Retail) and other internal Directorates, embedding financial insight into revenue-generation strategy and working in close collaborative partnership with senior colleagues both within those teams but also across the Federation. Beyond this, you will oversee statutory reporting, investments, VAT and taxation compliance, and provide expert counsel to our Board of Trustees and Finance and Audit Committee.
Why You
Perhaps you have already established an excellent track record within a charity with significant fundraising and retail operations and are ready for the scale and influence this role commands. Or perhaps this is your first move into a charity; you are a seasoned accountant whose clients have included charitable organisations, and you now plan to apply that expertise where it matters most. Either way, this is a genuine opportunity to shape the financial future of a movement with over 180 years of heritage as we continue to embed strong financial practices whilst delivering our strategic ambition
What We're Looking For
You will be a fully qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with senior management experience leading finance in an organisation of comparable scale, ideally with charity reporting and SORP knowledge. Strong business partnering skills, gravitas with trustees and committees, and genuine collaborative leadership are essential to succeed in this crucial role.
Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check
YMCA is the world's oldest and largest youth charity. Collectively, we support 402,501 young people across 708 communities in England and Wales.


A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Finance Director with a social enterprise on a full-time, permanent basis. As Finance Director, you will lead the Finance function, providing high-quality financial planning, reporting, control, technical accounting and decision support that enables the COO, CEO, Leadership Team and Board to manage financial sustainability, risk and performance across the organisation.
The role has a particular focus on property finance, including the financial stewardship of the organisation’s mixed-use estate property portfolio, service charge arrangements, long-term asset planning and accounting for land and buildings, alongside senior oversight of charity / and social enterprise accounting and long-term financial sustainability. Please note, the COO retains senior executive ownership of financial strategy, capital allocation and organisation-wide financial sustainability.
Please note, there is hybrid working in place with this organisation with 3 days per week required in their London office.
As Finance Director, you will:
- Lead on organisation-wide budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes, balancing operational requirements with long-term financial resilience and sustainability
- Maintain an effective framework of financial governance, delegated authorities and internal controls that protects organisational assets and supports sound decision making
- Lead on the performance, capability and continuous development of the Finance function, ensuring effective delivery of finance services across the organisation with a business partnering ethos
- Provide strategic financial advice, challenge and recommendations to the COO, Leadership Team and Board on organisational performance, investment decisions and financial risks
- Contribute to organisational strategy, performance management and transformation initiatives
by ensuring financial considerations are embedded within major decisions and change programmes
- Lead a team of 3
The successful applicant will:
- Have significant demonstrable experience in finance within the not-for-profit sector, in a similar role (evidence of continuing professional development in charity / social enterprise finance, property finance, VAT, audit, treasury or systems improvement)
- Be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA etc)
- Have more than 3 years’ experience leading a finance function or senior finance team in a complex organisation
- Be able to work confidently across multiple entities with property ownership within the group (knowledge of, or experience working with asset-owning, organisations and that own, manage or account for mixed-use property subsidiaries assets, including commercial, community or residential elements)
- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!
Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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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.
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About us
Carers UK is the leading national charity for unpaid carers. The Finance Manager is responsible for the management of the financial accounting functions of the organisation, for the preparation of statutory accounts, regular management reports, the preparation of all tax returns, supporting budget holders and assisting them fulfil their responsibilities, and for compliance with statutory requirements including compliance with tax laws and regulations.
About the role
The Finance Manager will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, including the nation offices, supporting and advising, building excellence in standards within the finance office and injecting innovative solutions to the organisation’s financial strategy.
About you
We are looking for a proactive and visible finance professional who is able to engage and build relationships across the organisation as a pivotal member within a values led high performing organisation. You will be a qualified accountant with proven track record of financial management awareness and a solid understanding of charity audits and statutory accounts preparation. You will have the ability to work with staff across the organisation in supporting good financial governance and oversight of financial operational matters. You will have the ability to analyse financial information and present this in a suitable format for the audience. You will have good ability to meet deadlines, be IT literate with an emphasis on financial systems, spreadsheets, Quickbooks and Excel. You will be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and be able to work with minimum supervision.
The role will involve the management of the day-to-day financial activities, VAT, gift aid, payroll and the monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliations and statutory accounts preparation. The job holder will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Finance Officer and volunteers within the team. There will be a requirement to work closely with the income generating staff, budget holders, auditors, banks and credit card providers on a regular basis. The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the Finance Officer and Finance volunteer.
Diversity and inclusion
Carers UK is committed to becoming a diverse and truly inclusive organisation. We strive to create a workplace where our colleagues and volunteers can truly be themselves and feel like they belong and constantly seek to ensure all voices are heard.
To embrace this culture of diversity, our employee and volunteer recruitment should reflect our stakeholders and the society that we serve and support, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, physical abilities, disabilities or religious practices. We value individual diversity and are actively building diverse teams here at Carers UK and value our colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds.
As a membership charity for carers, we particularly seek employees and volunteers with a real understanding of the issues faced by carers. Reasonable adjustments can be made to the process and role dependent on the needs of the applicant.
At Carers UK, we want our application process to be as accessible as possible. If you need any adjustments to apply please email the recruitment team to discuss.
The closing date for applications is Friday 24 July 2026, 5pm.
Carers UK anonymises all applications prior to shortlisting.
Carers UK are actively interviewing as we receive applications.
Carers UK reserves the right to appoint at any stage, should an outstanding candidate emerge.
Carers UK may carry out online and social media checks before a formal offer is made.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Imperial College London is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell to recruit a Head of Management Accounting on a permanent basis. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the world's leading universities in a senior finance leadership position at a pivotal time for the them. Imperial is investing significantly in the future of its Finance function through the implementation of Oracle Fusion, bringing enhanced business intelligence capabilities and the modernisation of their management accounting processes.
As Head of Management Accounting, you will play a central role in shaping this transformation whilst leading a high-performing team responsible for delivering financial insight across the University's extensive non-academic portfolio.
The role
- Lead and develop a high-performing management accounting function of 11 finance professionals, creating a collaborative, high-performing culture centred on continuous improvement and exceptional customer service.
- Oversee management accounting and financial reporting for more than 30 support service departments, responsible for approximately £320m of annual expenditure and £185m of capital investment programmes.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting and month-end reporting, ensuring timely, accurate and insightful financial information that supports strategic decision making across the University.
- Act as the finance lead for the continued optimisation of Oracle Fusion, driving process redesign, standardisation, automation and the adoption of AI to improve efficiency and reporting capability.
- Oversee financial accounting and statutory reporting for key University subsidiaries, whilst leading external audit activity and ensuring compliance with FRS102.
- Partner with senior leaders across Finance and Professional Services, providing commercial insight, challenging assumptions and influencing strategic decision making.
- Work closely with the Finance Business Intelligence team to further develop reporting capability through Power BI and data-driven insights.
- Champion continuous improvement by reviewing existing processes, strengthening controls and embedding best practice across the management accounting function.
Essential criteria
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or CCAB).
- Proven leadership experience managing and developing finance teams.
- Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting expertise within a large, complex organisation.
- Experience leading process improvement, harmonisation and finance transformation initiatives.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge senior leaders.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, including FRS102.
- Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.
Experience within Higher Education, knowledge of TRAC, Oracle Fusion or Power BI would be advantageous but is not essential.
Why join Imperial?
The opportunity to continue your career at a world‑leading institution and be part of our mission to deliver world‑class teaching and learning. You'll benefit from an outstanding working environment, genuine opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive reward package designed to support your career, wellbeing and work-life balance.
Benefits include:
- Hybrid working (2-3 days per week office based working)
- Competitive pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave (27 days plus campus closures and Bank Holidays), with the option to purchase additional leave.
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, discounted sports facilities and occupational health services.
- Excellent family-friendly policies, enhanced parental & carers leave &childcare initiatives.
- Extensive learning and development opportunities to support your long-term career progression.
- A wide range of employee discounts, travel schemes and lifestyle benefits.
Apply now
If you're an ambitious finance leader looking for an opportunity to shape the future of management accounting within a world-renowned institution, we'd love to hear from you.
This is a permanent, full-time position based at Imperial College London's White City Campus, operating on a hybrid working model.
Applications close on 6 September, with interviews scheduled for 16 September.
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.
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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.
