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At the Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF), we believe that AIDS can be beaten. Since 1992, we’ve raised over $600 million to support more than 3,000 programs – combating stigma, preventing infections, providing treatment and services, and motivating governments to end AIDS. As a leading worldwide organization, we work alongside local, national, and international partners, government officials, and advocates to promote a global response that leaves no one behind.

The Foundation currently works across four continents, supported by staff operating out of offices in London and New York. We are executing an ambitious five-year plan (2020-2025) to further our vision, and this position provides critical support for the Foundation's daily functions. Our team must consist of individuals who share our passion for the important life-changing work we do.

LOCATION London, UK (two days a week in the office, three days a week working from home)

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

· Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA)

· Minimum of two years post-qualification experience in a similar finance position.

· Some experience in an international context.

· Ability to work as a team player in a cross-functional setting and challenging environment.

· Ability to deliver within high-quality standards and tight deadlines and with strong attention to detail.

· Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to tell a story with numbers.

· Excellent organizational skills, with the capability to work effectively on multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.

· Intermediate/advanced Excel skills.

· Experience using Microsoft Dynamics D365 Business Central and Microsoft Power BI desirable.

· High level of integrity and commitment to professional responsibilities.

· Commitment and passion for the mission of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

MLC Partners are supporting a well-known Charity to recruit a 12-month fixed-term Finance Systems and Project Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to work directly alongside the Head of Financial Accounting and Processes and be involved in critical finance projects across the organisation.

Key deliverables of the role:

• Lead on and deliver the Finance system upgrade (Agresso/Unit 4 Business World from on-premise solution into the Cloud)
• Develop and enhance a robust cashflow forecast, and maximise the outputs to take a pro-active approach with Treasury management for short-term cash deposits
• Further develop and embed the internal financial control framework into the Finance team
• Support the Head of Financial Accounting & Processing with other Finance related projects as and when required 

Successful candidates will:

• Have experience in leading a system upgrade (desirably within Agresso/Unit 4 Business World)
• Significant experience in Financial Accounting, processes, and controls
• Proven experience in leading and delivering on projects and process improvement; including cashflow forecast
• CIMA, ACCA qualified, part qualified or qualified by experience (essential if not Q, P/Q)
• Charity sector experience desirable

If this position aligns with your experience and you are available immediately, please apply now as applicants are under constant review. For any additional questions, please reach out to Annabelle at MLC Partners.

My client is a small but ambitious membership body working across the UK’s vibrant theatre sector. Currently in the early stages of embedding a new vision and mission, they are looking to their back office functions to ensure they are fit for the organisation’s exciting new strategy.

As such they are looking to recruit an interim Project Accountant to lead on a review of the organisation’s accounting processes and controls including financial accounting, management reporting, capital investment plans and pensions.

The successful candidate will be a qualified Accountant with a track record of working in the Not-for-Profit space. Comfortable with working on a change programme, you will enjoy the variety of tasks outside of business as usual.

Project Accountant 
Salary: £47,000 - £50,000
12 month fixed-term contract
Flexible hybrid working
Start date: ASAP, subject to notice period
Office based in Shoreditch

My client is a major brand in the international development sector, fighting for human rights. As part of the organisation’s ongoing growth plans, they are currently in the process of a large scale Process improvement programme. This has led to a need to recruit a project accountant in support of this ambitious plan. As the Project Accountant you will work closely with the regional teams to ensure a more comprehensive purchase order system.

Key areas of responsibilities;

• Engage with and consider the needs of a broad range of stakeholders, to develop timely, accurate and efficient financial management information.
• Consider current technical functionality and whether any additional software is required to meet the financial reporting needs of the organisation.
• Enable project-based reporting, working in collaboration with the Head of Planning and the Data and Insight Team to integrate financial data with information on staff time and qualitive information to support analysis of how resources are employed to achieve impact in our work.
• Develop purchase order functionality and workflows within X-Ledger.
• Review and update the suite of financial policy and procedures impacted by the change including Procurement, Contract Approval and Financial Delegations.
• Engage with stakeholders to launch the purchase order system and support the wider organisation through this period of change.

Who are we looking for?

• A formally qualified, part qualified or qualified by experience accountant with relevant experience of accounting gained in a large, complex organisation (this could be commercial, Not-for-Profit or practice) 
• An excellent communicator who is able to influence at all levels within the organisation 
• Analytical with good judgement and decision making capability

My client offers hybrid working with established training and team practices to ensure full support and engagement at all times. If you are looking to develop your career in charity finance or change sectors, then this is the position for you.

MLC Partners are recruiting a Year End Accountant, 9 month fixed term contract within the Higher Education sector. The main objective of this position is to support timely delivery of financial reporting in compliance with the requirements of relevant regulatory bodies. In particular, the annual report and financial statements of the University and their individual subsidiaries.

Role responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Responsibility for successful delivery of Group’s annual financial statement audit
• Preparation of the Group Consolidation File
• Liaise and delivery of all audit deliverables
• Co-ordination and review of all Corporation Tax Computations
• Preparation / review of the Group and Subsidiary financial statements
• Manage the production of subsidiary Statutory Accounts for all legal entities
• Preparation and successful audit of the Annual Reports and Accounts that is in full compliance with IFRS, OfS, and any other regulatory disclosure requirements

Key skillset criteria:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA)
• Extensive audit experience within audit practice
• Experience of completing and managing an annual accounts preparation
• Expertise in IFRS accounting standards and strong technical accounting knowledge
• Desirable experience within the Higher Education sector
• Desirable experience of Agresso/Unit4

If your skillset meets the criteria above, and you are available immediately – we want to hear from you! Please apply now as applicants are under constant review. For any additional questions, please reach out to Annabelle at MLC Partners.

An international healthcare charity is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join their central finance team in London. 

The organisation works worldwide, working in partnership with community-level and national organisations and government to deliver support on important and high profile healthcare programmes. The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager oversees the financial planning and analysis function for the charity, working to drive financial performance and support the charity in deciding strategy. An oversight of responsibilities is as follows:

• Leading in the development of annual budgets and forecasts
• Partnering with relevant budget-holders to inform on the competion of budget templates
• Producing and presenting budget analysis for budget-holders and the senior leadership team
• Reviewing and providing insightful analysis on month end 
• Working with the Head of Finance to develop long term strategic plans by providing financial analysis

About you: 

You will be a qualified accountant (finalist may be considered) with a passion for business partnering and providing financial analysis to a variety of stakeholders. 
You will be passionate about supporting the humanitarian work the charity undertakes globally 
 

What's on offer:

Salary - £55,000 - £60,000 per annum 

Hybrid working - 1-2 days per week in London office

The role will be offered on an 18 month fixed-term contract initially with scope to become a permanent employee thereafter
 

Financial Controller - Projects | London | 12-month FTC | £55,000 - £60,000

For a leading global NGO, we're recruiting a Project Financial Controller for a fixed term of 12-months. Reporting to the Senior Financial Controller and working closely with the CEO, this role will lead the financial management and internal controls for the Regional and Country offices and shared service processes and transactions. The Projects Financial Controller will implement robust management reporting, and cash-flow forecasts, and will work with stakeholders to monitor budgets and forecasts. This is a key role within the NGO, and will be instrumental in building Finance knowledge, capacity and delivering training to Regional and country offices.

What you'll be doing:

• Monitoring and improving financial control processes
• Monitoring and analysing Regional, Country, Project and Departmental budgets and reporting including annual accounts of Country offices and reporting to external Donors
• Provide capacity building, training, and Finance support to all stakeholders
• Set up accounting systems for Country Offices and global offices, proposing improvements and robust controls
• Lead monthly and yearly close processes and review and prepare statutory audit deliverables
• Review and validate Country proposals, Donor proposals and reporting
• Review and reconcile Donor and Partner grants and reporting
• Support the migration and consolidation of data for closing processes

What you'll offer:

• Strong experience of financial management processes and reporting within an international development or humanitarian NGO
• Strong experience of financial control, and financial project management
• Strong experience of Excel, and ideally Unit 4
• Track-record improving finance processes, systems, and controls
• Experience of Donor compliance with a range of Donors including DFID, FCDO, USAID, ECHO, UN

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Do you have experience dealing with both European and US Grants?

Charity People are very pleased to be partnering with a growing and forward-thinking circa £10million turnover international charity based in London. My client is looking for a Management Accountant (Grants and Partnership) to join their agile, forward thinking Finance team.

This is a newly created contract role till December 2025 role. The salary being offered is £53,507 per annum with amazing benefits and investment for your personal development by the organisation.

You will be reporting to the Head of Management Accounts and will be office based twice a week.

Some of your main duties are:

• Developing budgets for concept notes and proposals.
• Ensuring financial requirements for grants are managed properly by all involved in approved grants.
• Allocating expenditure to grants according to the agreed budget.
• Preparing financial reports for donors according to donor requirements.
• Lead or support donor audits against the grants.
• Dealing with donor queries.
• Maintaining and improving partnership management guidelines from the financial aspect.
• Ensure the financial clauses in the standard partnership agreement are aligned with partnership guidelines.
• Ensure the financial clauses in any partnership agreement are adapted according to the situation.

Candidates applying for this role must have the following requirements:

• Proven experience in the grant management cycle and Donor Reporting and Proposals (US and European donors)
• Proven experience in the financial aspects of Partnership management and the allocation of Expenditure to a number of Donors
• Proven experience in the financial aspects of Partnership management and agreements
• Significant knowledge on working on Donor Budgets , Reports and Audits.
• Understanding of working with Partners and the reporting and disciplines required
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, with the ability to ensure compliance with organisational policies.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to accurately record and analyse complex financial transactions.
• Proficiency in financial software (SUN and Vision Q&A preferable) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge and use of Microsoft Dynamics 365 , Power BI and Power Query preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to both internal and external stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and propose solutions.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Has self-awareness, understands own strengths, limitations, and impact on others

Interviews for this role will held w/c 29^th April, 2024. Due to the nature of this role, my client may close the role early if we have suitable candidates.

If you have the necessary skills and experience, please apply with a copy of your CV.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Our partner, a leading international charity, seeks an interim Head of FP&A. This is fixed term contract to the end of 2025.

Responsibilities

• Lead in the preparation of the organisational budget, and in monitoring the budget, working with regional heads of finance.
• Lead in monitoring the pipeline of funding, forecasting grant and other income flows, cashflows.
• Advise senior leadership on managing changes in cashflow and income, in allocation of surpluses/deficits, and cost savings.
• Lead on reviewing new funding opportunities, ensuring the accuracy of funding calculations, and in the contacting process for core funding.
• Lead in undertaking analysis and creating reports, and in the continual streamlining and improvement of reporting.
• Support in the year-end accounts preparation.  

Requirements

• A chartered accountant, or with a masters degree in accounting/finance/equivalent with over ten years of experience in leading the budgeting, forecasting and reporting functions of a complex international organisation.
• Experience of developing and implementing improvements.
• Strong analysis and financial modelling skills.
• Experience of working and managing an international and decentralised team.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, able to motivate a team.
• Strong systems skills, and advanced MSExcel skills.  

This role has management responsibilities. The role is only open to candidates who are UK-based with the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. This role offers hybrid working in the UK. 

Our Client:
Working across Africa, Asia and Latin America this INGO is based in Central London looking for a strong FP&A leader to join and add value quickly.

The Role:
A newly  created role to help set up the FP&A team by bringing together the FBPs into one team. Reporting directly into the CFO, and working closely with other department heads and SLT to provide analysis for the decision making process within the charity on both an operational and financial basis. A real opportunity to add value quickly, and oversee all aspects of FP&A. Managing a team of 3 FBPs.

The Successful Candidate:

- Fully Qualified Accountant ( ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA)
- Demonstrable experience in both Finance Business Partnering and all aspects of Financial Planning and Analysis.
- Excellent Excel skills and analytical mindset
- Demonstrable experience in leading / managing teams

Whats on offer:

Opportunity to work closely with Senior Leadership Team during a pivotal time for a ever evolving INGO.

- c.£80,000 - £85,000
- 9 month contract, with the opportunity to extend 
- Hybrid working, one day in the central london office (Wednesdays)
- Reporting directly to CFO

Would you like to be a finance treasury accountant for an organisation that represents nurses, midwives, nursing support workers and student nurses across the UK?

Flexible Working:

Hybrid working model with at least 40% office time.

Core team day on Tuesdays, with one additional day per week chosen by the employee.

Your Benefits will include:

• 28 days per year, increasing to 30 days after one year.
• 3 additional days off for Christmas closure.
• Plus bank holidays.
• Financial Wellbeing:
• Group personal pension scheme.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for season ticket loans and cycle to work.
• Health & Wellbeing:
• Access to remote GP appointments.
• Second medical opinions.
• Wellbeing information resources.
• Mental health support.
• Physiotherapy consultations.
• Discounts & Savings:
• RCN Xtra: Get exclusive discounts on gym memberships, hotels, holidays, and leading brands.

As Finance Treasury Manager, your day-to-day will consist of:

• Leading and motivating a team to provide exceptional financial accounting and treasury services.
• Overseeing the entire year-end process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Managing banking, investments, and cash flow for the group.
• Partnering with boards and committees on strategic financial planning.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a high-performing financial accounting team.
• Expertise in statutory accounting regulations (FRS 102 & charity accounting).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Recognized CCAB accounting qualification

Knowledge:

• Up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and regulations (FRS 102, charity accounting)
• Working knowledge of data protection requirements

Experience:

• Demonstrable experience of:
• Accountability for full year-end audits
• Producing Statutory Accounts using FRS102 and SORP
• Preparing Group Accounts
• Developing, maintaining, and evaluating effective control frameworks
• Direct staff management
• Giving formal presentations and report writing
• Preparing VAT and Corporation tax returns

This is a 12-month maternity cover fixed term contract, the closing date for applications is Friday, April 12, so if your experience and qualifications align with this role and you are ready to make a difference, please get in touch with your CV.

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.

The Role

This role will ensure the organisation is following robust financial systems and processes; carry out all day-to-day accounting tasks; and ensure timely production of financial information to inform management decisions. Most tasks can be done from home, however some tasks such as banking and petty cash reconciliation will require you to attend our offices. Once the initial training is complete you will be able to arrange your own hours, to be worked Monday to Friday.

This role is for a fixed period of 12 months, to cover maternity leave.

About You

A proven track record of relevant financial administration experience is essential and competence in the use of Xero accounting software, Excel and other MS packages such as word and Outlook is essential. You will have an organised approach to workload and ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines, be flexible and adapt to the requirements of the role. You must be able to clearly convey financial information to non-finance colleagues.

This role would suit someone looking to increase their experience of working within the charity sector as part of a busy and friendly finance team, perhaps whilst studying to complete AAT Level 4 or similar.

About you

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who is confident in being able to provide office operations and finance administrative support to the Society and to the CEO.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in learning how a charity runs, with lots of scope for development.

• You will be working with a wide variety of people and you will need to be a confident communicator through phone, email, and in person.
• You will need to have good IT skills, with knowledge of Microsoft Office, and a willingness to learn our IT processes.
• You will have some previous experience in customer service or administration, and have strong attention to detail.
• You may have some finance experience, have a bachelors degree or equivalent, or have worked in a charity, however, these are not essential requirements and training will be provided in all areas of the role.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of People, and with support from the Sustainability & Finance Officer, some of the responsibilities of the Office & Finance Assistant are to:

• Be the first point of contact for visitors to our office, and administer the hello@ email.
• Provide administrative support to the Chief Executive
• Administer day-to-day financial processes and the accounts@ email, helping staff with their finance queries.
• Take minutes during key strategic meetings
• Provide administrative support in office operations
• Meet and greet visitors for business meetings, prepare meeting
  rooms where necessary, and support our in-office events.
• Contribute to our well-being activity schedule, supporting the team
  in organising staff outings and activities.

 To find out more about the role, please download the job description and job pack.

Location: Cameroon Salary:Competitive, local terms and conditions will apply Contract: 24 months Fixed Term Contract (renewable)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Finance and Support Services Manager (FSSM) to join our team in Cameroon. The post-holder will oversee the management of Sightsavers Finance and Administration in the Cameroon Country Office. Reporting to the Country Director they are responsible for monitoring the country resource management and identifying risks or issues.

Key accountabilities but not limited to:

• Excellent financial management and risk mitigation through compliance with local regulations and adherence to the organisational Financial Framework
• Implementing financial management and controls; financial planning and budgeting; financial monitoring and audits
• Monitoring and retaining accurate financial records
• Leading support services for the country office through management of logistics and procurement of supplies
• Delivering/overseeing administrative functions, payroll; ensuring IT equipment functions effectively. All in line with organisational policies and procedures
• Working collaboratively with programme and finance teams to support and strengthen the financial management, accountability and capacity building of partners
• Supporting finance and programme teams with joint review of programme/project reports, planning and analysis
• Supporting proper financial and resource management of programmes
• Reviewing project planning, monitoring reports, auditing of funds

Essential skills and experience:

• Relevant professional accounting qualification or tertiary degree in Finance and Accounting (for example CPA/ ACCA/ MBA)
• Extensive workpro experience ideally gained within international development in a similar role. Experience of audit and government organisations also advantageous
• Proven work experience in financial management, programme/ project management and administration
• Strong project financial management, budget and data analysis
• Strong experience in grant management (for example EC, FCDO, Irish Aid or USAID)
• Excellent communication and organisation
• Fluent or strong written and spoken English
• Available to travel as and when required within Cameroon

The FSSM role is varied and involved. Please read the job description for full details.

The deadline to apply is 2 May 2024 23.59 BST UK.

The recruitment process has three stages. First stage is a written task lasting up to 90 minutes. Successful candidates at this stage will then be invited to a virtual Teams interview, lasting up to 1 hour. A final virtual interview with the Regional Director as required. We anticipate interviewing from week commencing 13 May 2024 onwards. We reserve the right to close this opportunity early.

To apply please simply click on the link provided.

As an equal opportunity Employer we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader therefore qualified people living with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.

In line with its commitment to safe programming and recruitment, Sightsavers participates in the inter-agency (MDS) administered by the . Through collaboration with other MDS members, Sightsavers aims to ensure that there are no sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment issues relating to potential new hires and that we can respond systematically to checks from fellow MDS members. This ensures our work is accountable, delivered to a high standard and supports safeguarding across the development and humanitarian fields.