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This is a particularly exciting moment for Bath Cats and Dogs Home. We’ll soon be merging with a neighbouring animal charity. Together, we’ll be stronger and more sustainable, working across a large area that stretches from west Wiltshire to the Bristol Channel, and doubling the size of the population we serve.
This new chapter will significantly expand our reach, increase our impact for local animals, and strengthen the support we can provide to pet owners across our communities. As part of this transformation, fundraising will play a critical role - making this a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to shape meaningful growth and help deliver ambitious plans for animal welfare.
You’ll lead on developing and securing income from charitable trusts and foundations, managing existing relationships while identifying and cultivating new opportunities. Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and Retail and colleagues across the organisation, you’ll create compelling funding proposals, build strong funder relationships, and help bring innovative projects to life.
Every cat and dog should enjoy a healthy life and a happy home.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hitchin Youth Trust is a small charity with a big heart. We support local young people (up to the age of 26) through the award of individual grants and bursaries, and we provide grants to local charities and organisations carrying out vital work with young people across our community.
We are also home to the Hitchin Charity Youth Hub at our base on Walsworth Road in Hitchin — a shared space where several local youth charities work side by side, because we know that collaboration makes everyone stronger.
In addition, we provide a meeting space at the Charity Hub. It is offered free of charge to local youth groups and charities, to help them to provide support and a wide range of other opportunities for the young people in our community.
As Youth Trust Manager — our sole employee — you’ll work closely with an engaged and forward-thinking Board of Trustees. The role is fabulously varied – one day you might be attending an investment meeting in London; the next, liaising sensitively with an individual or organisation enquiring about grant support; the next, checking toilet roll supplies and making sure the building is running smoothly.
Your work will span six key areas:
• Financial management — keeping our accounts accurate, reconciling income and expenditure, liaising with our investment broker and auditors, and producing monthly reports using Sage.
• Grant applications — receiving and processing applications, supporting applicants, preparing summaries for Trustees, and managing award payments.
• Representing the Trust — networking with local and national organisations, keeping our website and social media fresh, and organising events.
• Trustee clerking — preparing agendas and minutes, managing Charity Commission and Companies House returns, and supporting the annual audit.
• Buildings & facilities — managing the Charity Hub, overseeing bookings, maintenance and H&S compliance, and being the go-to person for building users and contractors.
• General administration — first point of contact for the Trust, maintaining our annual calendar, and keeping us compliant with legislation and best practice (including GDPR).
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who has a genuine passion for supporting young people in our community. In addition, you will need to offer:
· A great eye for detail.
· Be organised, proactive and self-motivated.
· Enjoy the variety a day will bring you, manipulating a spreadsheet, preparing Board papers, following up grant enquiries or representing the Trust at a local event.
· Have a warm manner. Be equally comfortable liaising charity directors, educational professionals and individual parents who may be desperately reaching out to the charity for urgent support.
Once you have read the Applicant Pack (which contains the more detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the post, alongside more information about the charity), please upload your CV alongside a covering letter which explains clearly to us what makes you a great fit for our role. Please ensure you also provide full details of 2 referees (references will be taken up at offer stage only).
Interviews will be held on Monday 20th July 2026
A small charity with a big heart supporting local young people (up to the age of 26).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a motivated and forward-thinking Operations Manager to lead our Victim Support Services across Warwickshire. This role is to provide maternity cover for a period of 12 months.
It is currently home based with an expectation to work from different office bases alongside team members when required as well as regular travel across Warwickshire to attend a range of in-person multi-agency operational and strategic meetings.
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
As an Operations Manager you will lead and manage the delivery of victim services supporting adults, children and young people, including specialist DA support for children and our Restorative Justice team. You will ensure the provision of high-quality services, as well as compliance with contractual and organisational standards, and supporting the Area Manager to identify opportunities for service development.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and monitor service performance KPIs and business plans.
- Lead and support your team through effective recruitment, training and performance management.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key external partners and stakeholders.
- Analyse data and produce reports to inform service improvements.
- Support strategic projects and represent Victim Support externally as required.
The role includes an additional £2,000 allowance for managing multiple service types or specialist services with distinct funding streams.
About You
Ideally, you will be someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, confidently managing a busy workload while building strong relationships with partner agencies. You'll bring proven leadership experience and a talent for inspiring others, along with the ability to drive positive change and make a real impact.
We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of government policy relating to victims and the Criminal Justice System, and an awareness of the impact crime has on victims and witnesses. You will share our commitment to organisational values, equality, inclusion, and a shared sense of purpose in everything we do.
You will need:
- Understanding of voluntary and statutory agencies in criminal justice, health and social care.
- Strong safeguarding knowledge and practice.
- Ability to analyse data and produce clear, evidence-based reports.
- Awareness of the impact of crime of people of all ages including children and young people.
- Experience of working directly with adults, children and young people.
This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements.
About Us
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Lead a space that changes young people’s lives
We’re looking for a bold, strategic and hands-on leader to take ownership of our Middlesbrough Hub — a vital community space supporting young people facing real barriers to opportunity.
As Hub Manager, you won’t just run a service. You’ll shape a high-impact environment, design programmes that change lives, and build partnerships that open doors for young people who need it most.
What you’ll do
As Hub Manager, you will:
- Lead and develop the hub as a high-impact community asset, responding directly to local needs of young people.
- Design and deliver programmes that support young people’s physical, emotional and social development, using youth voice to shape provision.
- Build strong local partnerships with organisations, funders and community stakeholders
- Drive impact and sustainability, using data, insight and storytelling to evidence change and secure future financial support
- Lead and inspire a team, creating a positive, accountable and high-performing culture
- Oversee operations, including budget management, facilities, safeguarding and compliance
You will play a critical role in ensuring the hub not only delivers for young people today — but is built to sustain and grow its impact over time.
Who we’re looking for
You’ll bring:
- Strong experience leading youth, community or place-based programmes
- The ability to turn strategy into reality
- A track record of building partnerships and influencing stakeholders
- Confidence in leading teams, driving confidence and performance
- A clear commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and young people’s outcomes
Most of all, you’ll be someone who sees potential — in people, in places, and in what’s possible
Why join us?
At the KFC Youth Foundation, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive. This role offers the chance to:
- Lead a high-profile, purpose-driven community hub
- Shape innovative programmes that respond to real need
- Work as part of a mission-led organisation with national reach and growing impact
- Be part of a team committed to creating lasting change for young people
Benefits
- 28 days’ holiday + bank holidays
- Up to 9% employer pension contribution
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Private medical cover
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Ongoing training and development
Apply now
If you’re ready to lead a hub that makes a real difference — and help shape the future for young people in Middlesbrough — we’d love to hear from you.
Interviews
This is a two stage interview process.
For Stage 1, this will focus on your experience, leadership style and approach to delivering impact.
You can expect:
- A structured interview with key stakeholders
- Questions exploring your experience in programme design, partnerships, leadership and safeguarding
- An opportunity to talk through how you would approach leading and developing the Hub
- Space for you to ask questions about the role and organisation
Please ensure you can be available for first round interviews online w/c 6th July
For Stage 2, This stage is designed to reflect the reality of the role and how you operate in a live environment.
You will be asked to:
- Deliver a short practical session or activity with young people, demonstrating your ability to engage, communicate and create a safe, inclusive environment
- Complete a scenario-based exercise or presentation linked to hub leadership, programme design or local impact
- Take part in a follow-up discussion with the panel, reflecting on your approach and decisions
This stage allows us to see how you balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, and how you connect with young people — a critical part of the role.
Second stage interviews will be held 4-6pm on either Monday 14thJuly, Tuesday 15th July, Friday 17th July in person and you must be available for one of these dates.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid working. Our flexible working policy requires everyone to be in our east London office for 25% of the time as a minimum because building in-person relationships is important to us (for this role we ask that you come to the office every week for the minimum of one day), but you’re welcome to be there more as many staff are.
Salary: £48,524 p.a.
Hours: Permanent, full-time, contract. At NEON, we work a 28 hour week - the equivalent of a 4 day standard work week. This can be done over 4 or 5 days.
Benefits: a 28-hour week, 7.5% employer matched pension, genuinely flexible working, 20 days holiday per year (25 days pro rated for a 4 day week), plus bank holidays and Christmas break, a progressive Parenting Policy, Sabbatical Policy, and a generous staff development budget
Reporting to: Director of Operations
Application deadline: Sunday 19th July, 11.59pm
Interview dates: First round of interviews (online): Mon 3rd - Weds 5th August 2026, second round of interviews (in person): Thursday 13th August 2026
This role requires that you are resident and have the right to work in the UK
About NEON
NEON is a capacity and infrastructure building organisation that seeks to accelerate the transition to a new economy by building the power of social movements - because without strong social movements we lack the power we need to win. We deliver trainings, develop resources, facilitate collaboration and work in partnership with key movement allies, especially in the climate, housing and migration movements. Our focus is on strengthening the organising, communications and strategy skills of social movement organisations, as well as deepening movement alignment, as we believe these are key to building collective power. As part of our work, we are looking to change the starting point in social movements from “what do we agree on” to “what can we win together?”
Purpose of this role
This role is the main point of contact for staff for all people & operations support. It is crucial in providing the systems and support that NEON staff rely on to do their best work by:
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owning NEON people and operations policies and ensuring they are understood and applied consistently and equitably across the organisation;
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guiding staff through people processes;
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overseeing the smooth running of operations systems across the organisation.
What you’ll be doing:
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Lead the full lifecycle of NEON staff, including recruitment, contracts, onboarding, ongoing management, and offboarding, while overseeing and supporting the Ops Assistant to run these processes. Lead on reviewing and improving people processes and ensure anti-oppression is embedded within them.
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Manage HR systems and records, including contracts, payroll inputs, leave, training, appraisals, probations and policy implementation, ensuring processes are accurate, well maintained and completed on time by line managers.
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Act as first point of contact for HR queries, taking ownership of NEON’s policies, processes, culture and employee relations. Advise staff and line managers on policies, accommodations, and support needs, conduct relevant HR meetings and escalate to the Director of Ops and People when appropriate.
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Manage monthly payroll, submitting updates to the outsourced provider, checking accuracy of pension and other deductions, implementing pay increases and paperwork, and addressing staff payroll queries or signposting them to financial guidance.
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Line manage the Operations Assistant to a high standard using the full spectrum of management tools and approaches e.g. mentoring, coaching, challenge and feedback using the feedback guidelines, more formal performance processes. Empowering them to thrive at NEON and perform their role excellently.
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Oversee day-to-day operational support functions delivered through the Ops Assistant, including IT and systems, GDPR processes, office and facilities coordination, health and safety, staff event logistics and board logistics, ensuring tasks are completed on time and to a high standard, following NEON’s values.
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Support the Director of Ops and People in developing and updating people policies, procedures, and practices, staying across emerging trends, and embedding a caring, anti-oppressive culture through organisational development projects such as internal comms, team guides, manuals, and frameworks.
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Maintain core organisational administration, including Companies House filings, insurance renewals, subscriptions, and shared organisational inboxes.
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Participate or lead on Operations projects as agreed, (e.g. HR systems, data protection, health and safety), with clear scope and prioritisation.
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Actively lead on the enhancement of the Ops Peer Support Network’s community of practice as part of implementing the network strategy.
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Play an active part in the whole NEON team, contributing to organisation-wide plans
Who you are:
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HR & people ops experience: You’ve worked in HR or people operations before and are confident managing the full employee lifecycle — recruitment, contracts, onboarding, performance, leave, payroll coordination and offboarding. You can hold these processes end-to-end and keep them accurate, consistent and compliant, whilst ensuring they align with the values and ways of working.
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Operational systems & improvements: You’ve held responsibility for systems like HR platforms, shared drives, IT tools or project management software. You’re confident in improving how things work and embedding changes so they actually stick and work for people.
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Strong organisation & reliability: You’re highly organised, detail-focused and someone who gets things done. You can manage multiple recurring processes (like payroll cycles, HR records and compliance tasks) and keep everything on track without things slipping.
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Line management experience: You’re a skilled and confident line manager, and able to support with feedback, development and performance. You know how to balance care with clarity and accountability.
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First point of contact for HR & ops support: You’re comfortable being a go-to person for staff questions on HR, people and operations. Supporting staff and managers with clear, practical guidance and handling sensitive issues with care, confidence and professionalism.
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Working knowledge of compliance areas: Good understanding of core compliance areas such as UK employment practice, data protection and health and safety. You know how to apply these in a proportionate, practical way that fits a small organisation.
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Self-directed and collaborative: You’re able to manage your own workload and priorities, whilst working naturally across teams, actively building relationships, sharing responsibility, and making sure work is joined up rather than siloed. You’re comfortable holding your own while staying deeply connected to the wider organisation and what others need from you.
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Proven understanding of anti-oppression work and commitment to tackling all institutional forms of oppression, bigotry and exclusion
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An affinity with NEON’s aims, objectives and organisational values of solidarity, generosity and respect.
We know that people from certain backgrounds and identities are often excluded in progressive movements and we’re committed to doing what we can to correct this.
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We particularly welcome applications from marginalised groups, especially people of colour and other ethnic minorities, people who identify as LGBTQIA, Disabled people and those who identify as working class or have done so in the past.
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We know the work goes way beyond "diversity", it's about making the space inclusive too. So we are continuously working on that at NEON. So far this includes tangible things like a flexible work policy so people have genuine flexibility around where and when they work and a 28 hour week as standard; a gender-neutral parenting/leave policy, an anti-oppression strategy which is held at senior level given how important it is to the organisation. It also includes the day-to-day work of creating psychological safety for everyone at NEON and celebrating the wisdom of black, indigenous, queer, Disabled and other cultures in the way we work and behave
There are no formal education requirements for this role. As long as you can show us you have the skills we don’t mind where you got them from! Also important to us is your potential to learn and grow in the role so even if you don’t have 100% of the skills listed we want to hear from you.
We build capacity & infrastructure to accelerate the transition to a new economy.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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.
*First round interviews will take place online. Second round interviews will take place in person at our office in Highgate.*
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Apply before 30th June 2026
This role requires you to already have a Right to Work in the UK
Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer
Location: 122 Braymere Road, Peterborough, PE7 8NB (On-site work)
Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week (08.30 AM to 5.30 PM, Monday to Friday)
Salary: £32,500 p.a.
Annual Leave: 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
WELCOME TO GFA WORLD
Since 1979, we have been committed to serving the “least of these” in Asia and Africa, primarily in places where no one has ever heard the name of Jesus, so that those still waiting can experience the love of God for the first time. Today, nearly 3 billion people have little to no opportunity to ever hear the name of Jesus. Every single day, an estimated 70,000 people die without ever hearing His name.
We are partnered with National Missionaries serving as the hands and feet of Christ in Asia and Africa, children in poverty and suffering, and community development initiatives helping families in need of care or during disasters.
As a Christian missions order we are a small organisation, but we are deeply committed to doing our work with excellence, faithfulness, and care in everything we do. We function as a community, and by joining GFA World you’ll be joining a family that does life together—journeying toward Jesus, living for eternity, and making a difference for some of the poorest and most afflicted people on earth in Christ’s name.
Our Mission
We exist to ensure no one dies without knowing the love of Christ and give people the chance to experience a transformed life in Christ by partnering with National Missionaries to bring the love of Jesus to communities still waiting to hear His name.
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
GFA World's mission is to help people know Jesus and experience His love in places where there is little or no Christian presence. Every donation, prayer, event, communication, and ministry activity relies on strong systems and faithful stewardship behind the scenes.
This role helps ensure that GFA World remains financially sound, legally compliant, operationally effective, and a healthy place for staff to serve. You will help steward the resources entrusted to us by our partners, support the staff who carry out the ministry, and maintain the systems that allow our work to grow sustainably.
As a small and highly collaborative team, we do not have separate departments for finance, human resources, compliance, facilities, health and safety, or operations. Instead, we rely on people who are willing to take ownership, learn new things, solve problems, and help strengthen the organisation wherever needed.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating and improving systems, spotting gaps, and ensuring that important things do not fall through the cracks.
OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT
As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to:
- Be a practising Christian and active member of a local church.
- Subscribe to GFA World’s Statement of Faith and the Nicene Creed.
- Demonstrate a personal commitment to our Mission and Core Values.
- Participate in and lead Christian prayer as part of normal organisational life.
- Work effectively with Christians from a variety of denominational backgrounds.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Finance & Accounting (25%)
- Maintain online accounting system (QuickBooks Online) and other related financial systems.
- Maintain and improve accounting structures, nominal ledger, and chart of account.
- Review, maintain, and automate transaction processing workflows.
- Upload and reconcile donations and other financialtransactions.
- Complete monthly and quarterly reconciliations.
- Process payroll and maintain payroll records.
- Oversee pension administration and HMRC submissions.
- Prepare budgets and reports in collaboration with leadership.
- Monitor actual performance against budgets and identify variances.
- Assist with year-end processes and external audits.
People & Culture (25%)
- Administer HR system (Employment Hero) and maintain accurate staff records.
- Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and off-boarding processes.
- Maintain employment documentation, contracts, and policies in accordance with GDPR.
- Coordinate staff training and professional development records.
- Support performance review and appraisal processes.
- Help preserve and strengthen GFA World's mission, values, and staff culture.
- Assist staff and managers with HR-related administration and processes.
Compliance & Governance (25%)
- Maintain awareness of relevant employment, charity, and workplace regulations.
- Review organisational policies and recommend updates where needed.
- Maintain compliance records and organisational documentation.
- Support legal and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Coordinate organisational risk assessments.
- Maintain the health & safety master file and supporting records.
- Carry out routine health and safety tests.
- Organise mandatory health and safety trainings and checks.
- Maintain incident records and compliance documentation.
- Help ensure a safe working environment for staff and visitors.
Operations & Facilities (25%)
- Maintain the smooth day-to-day operation of the office.
- Order office supplies and consumables.
- Manage office equipment and coordinate repairs when required.
- Liaise with contractors, service providers, and suppliers.
- Manage office keys, alarms, access systems, and security procedures.
- Support office refurbishments and workplace improvement projects.
- Identify opportunities to improve organisational systems, processes, and ways of working.
- Take ownership of operational issues and see them through to completion.
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY LIFE
GFA World is a Christian ministry, and prayer is central to who we are and how we serve.
All staff participate in regular corporate prayer as part of normal organisational life. These times include reading Scripture, sharing thanksgiving, and praying for the needs of the ministry, our staff, and the mission field.
The successful applicant will be expected to actively participate in these prayer times and, on occasion, lead them.
As with all roles at GFA World, staff are expected to support the spiritual life and mission of the organisation through prayer, service, and Christian fellowship.
ABOUT THE APPLICANT
We recognise that, to be great at your role, there are certain characteristics that are important and others that enable a good fit within our existing team and culture. But if you don’t meet them, get in touch anyway! You may be more awesome than you realise.
Required
- You are a practising Christian with active involvement in a local church.
- You have a heart for helping people know Jesus, even if your role is primarily office-based.
- You care about serving people in some of the world’s most underserved communities.
- You are willing to support the mission in whatever practical way is needed.
- You have experience in accounting and human resources administration.
- You are comfortable working with financial systems, spreadsheets, and IT softwares.
- You are naturally organised and detail-oriented.
- You enjoy creating order, systems, and clear processes.
- You take ownership of problems rather than waiting for someone else to solve them.
- You are comfortable researching unfamiliar topics and learning independently.
- You can manage multiple responsibilities and priorities simultaneously.
- You communicate clearly and professionally in both written and spoken English.
- You can work independently while also contributing positively to a team.
- You are comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
Desirable
- Experience with QuickBooks Online.
- Experience with Employment Hero or similar HR software.
- Experience processing payroll and administering workplace pensions.
- Experience preparing budgets or monitoring budget performance.
- Experience maintaining policies, compliance records, or organisational documentation.
- Experience coordinating staff training and maintaining training records.
- Experience with health and safety administration, risk assessments, and workplace compliance.
- Experience within a charity, church, ministry, or values-driven organisation.
- Experience identifying and improving organisational systems and processes.
GFA WORLD’S STATEMENT OF FAITH
We Believe:
• That the Bible is the inspired and infallible Word of God, given to us by the Church – “the pillar and ground of the truth” (1 Timothy 3:15).
• The Nicene Creed to be the official Creed of the Holy Church.
• In one God, Creator of all things, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and that these three are co-eternal and of equal dignity and power.
• In the deity of Jesus Christ; His miraculous conception by the Holy Spirit; His virgin birth; His sinless life; His death on a cross; His bodily resurrection; His ascension to the right hand of the Father; and His personal, imminent return.
• That man was created by and for God; that by man’s disobeying God, every person incurred spiritual death, which meant they were no longer in communion with God, and physical death was the consequence; and that all people are given the option of being redeemed and restored to God.
• The Lord Jesus Christ died for our sins and that all who believe in Him are declared righteous because of His victory over death and are, therefore, in right relationship with God.
• Salvation means far more than being “saved from sin; we are saved for sonship, to be divinely adopted sons and daughters of God. Forgiveness is the precondition for God’s greater gift, the gift that will last beyond our death: the gift of divine life” (1 Corinthians 15:3-7).
• Believers in Christ are destined to share in the life of the Holy Trinity. Sharing in the life of God, as God has shared in our humanity (1 Peter 1:4).
• In the present ministry of the Holy Spirit indwelling all believers and thus enabling and empowering the life and ministry of the believer.
• In the bodily resurrection of everyone who has lived, the everlasting blessedness of those in right relationship with God, and eternal separation for those who have rejected God’s forgiveness in His Son.
• The sacrament of marriage to be ordained by God as a holy union between one man and one woman as biologically defined at birth.
OUR DESIRE
To be devout followers of Christ and to fulfil His Great Commission amongst people still waiting to hear His name for the first time, by training up, sending out, and assisting qualified labourers in partnership with the body of Christ
OUR CORE VALUES
- Knowing the lord Jesus more fully & intimately
- Being a people of integrity and excellence
- Living in submission to God’s word
- Being a people of faith
- Being a people committed to prayer & worship
- Having a servant lifestyle
- Being a people of grace & love
- Serving sacrificially
- Being a people sold out to win the lost at any cost
- Working together with the body of Christ
THE NICENE CREED
We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible.
And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, begotten of the Father before all worlds; God of God, Light of Light, very God of very God; begotten, not made; being of one substance with the Father, by whom all things were made. Who, for us men and for our salvation, came down from heaven, and was incarnate by the Holy Spirit of the Virgin Mary, and was made man; and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate. He suffered and died and was buried; and the third day He rose again, according to the Scriptures, and ascended into heaven, and sits at the right hand of the Father; and He shall come again, with glory, to judge the living and the dead; whose Kingdom shall have no end.
And we believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of Life; who proceeds from the Father; who with the Father and the Son together is worshiped and glorified; who spoke by the prophets. And we believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic church.
We acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins; and we look for the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come.
Amen
We believe in lifting up the broken, serving the weary, and giving hope to a diverse world – we do all of this through National Missionaries


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Corporate Complaints Manager
Cambridge
Permanent
Full-Time
This is an exciting opportunity to join CHS Group in this newly established post. Do you have the expertise and confidence to lead on complaint handling and help shape how we listen, respond, and improve for our customers? If so, this is an opportunity to make a real impact. As Corporate Complaints Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering a high-quality, customer-focused complaints service, ensuring every customer feels heard and supported.
You will be joining a long-established, locally based and independent housing association with strong local partnerships. We have a reputation for delivering on our values of care, openness and trust in our housing and community services. We continue to build on this strong foundation, with ambitious plans to further develop our services and infrastructure.
You’ll lead on our overall approach to complaint handling, working with teams to support their complaint responses and help ensure we remain fully compliant with regulatory requirements, including the Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code.
You’ll also use insight and data to drive service improvements, helping us learn from feedback and strengthen the overall customer experience.
About the role
Reporting to the Executive Director, Customers Services you will:
· Monitor and where necessary promote improvements in compliance against our complaints and compensation policies, ensuring timely and high-quality responses
· Support customer facing teams to maintain a positive complaint handling culture and service through training, sharing data and good practice
· Lead on liaison with the Housing Ombudsman, ensuring all enquiries are responded to and that CHS learns from cases.
· Analyse complaint data and identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement
· Support continuous improvement across the complaints process and customer experience
· Prepare our internal and external reporting and self-assessments and ensure they are published on time.
What You’ll Bring
You’ll bring a strong background in complaint handling and customer service, along with the confidence to challenge and influence colleagues.
Experience
· Experience of handling complex, high-volume complaints within a social housing, local government or other regulated organisation in a customer facing environment
· Experience of implementing change to drive up standards and performance
· Experience of using and improving databases / IT systems for customer and/or complaints data.
· Experience of collating and presenting data to a range of audiences
· Good knowledge of the Housing Ombudsman’s Complaints Handling Code and regulatory framework for social housing
Skills
· Excellent communication, influencing and listening skills
· Outstanding customer focus with the ability to balance empathy, accountability and operational compliance
· Excellent investigative and problem-solving skills
· Excellent analytical skills, using data to drive improvement
· Understanding of safeguarding, vulnerability and partnership approaches that support customers with complex needs
· A collaborative and assertive approach to working with colleagues and teams to drive improvement
Qualification:
Level 4 housing qualification regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) or willingness to work towards.
Hybrid Working Arrangements – the majority of the working week will be office-based in Histon in the first six months (probation period). Thereafter it may be possible to apply for a higher proportion of hybrid working, with service delivery being the prime consideration.
Benefits of working for CHS Group:
· Employee discount scheme (retail, leisure, gym membership and fitness equipment)
· Doctor Care Anywhere (telehealth service offering private online GP and nurse appointments via video and phone)
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Financial wellbeing hub - access to advice and support from experts, whether you're budgeting, interested in investing or retirement planning
· Refurbished Tech - access to the latest models at affordable prices, with a 12-month warranty and 30-day money back guarantee.
· Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice)
· One day off a year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
· 30 days holiday, increasing to 35 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff), depending on length of service
· Holiday purchase scheme - up to 5 days per annum (pro rata for part-time staff)
· Company sick pay
· 58p per mile business mileage allowance
· Refer a friend scheme (£250)
· Contributory pension scheme, which both you and CHS contribute to
· Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
· Flexible Working Policy
· Full induction
· Comprehensive free training and development opportunities with paid time off
· Free DBS (for relevant posts)
· Free onsite/nearby parking
· Hybrid Working Policy
· Flexitime
As part of the recruitment and selection process candidates will be required to complete a Personality Profiler
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Midnight Sunday 12th July 2026
INTERVIEWS: Friday 31st July 2026
Director of Finance and Systems
Are you a qualified accountant with experience at a senior level in a finance role?
We are looking for a Director of Finance and Systems to join the Strategy Team, responsible for shaping the organisations long-term strategy and financial sustainability.
Working for an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.
Position: Director of Finance and Systems
Location: Hybrid working: two days a week in the Bolton or London offices (based in White City) combined with home-working and travel across our Youth Zone network as required.
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week)
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Agile working with flexibility in working hours; 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to a maximum of 30 days); birthday leave, additional annual leave purchase scheme; company matched pension; company sick, maternity, paternity & adoption pay; Employee Assistance Programme, active and engaged networks to join (including Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) and access to Charity Worker discounts.
Closing Date: 12noon on Wednesday 8 July 2026 (We may close this role early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.)
First stage interviews (virtual): Wednesday 15 July 2026
Second stage interviews (in-person): w/c 27 July 2026
There will also be a short, values-based phone interview between Stage 1 and 2.
About the Role
As a key member of the Executive Team, you will partner closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to develop and deliver a financially resilient and scalable organisation, supporting both the charity’s and its growing national network of independent Youth Zone charities.
You will lead the organisation’s finance, systems and data capability ensuring strong financial stewardship, high-quality insight for decision-making, and efficient, innovative ways of working.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial and operational model of one of the UK’s most ambitious youth charities, with influence extending across a growing national network.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Financial Strategy & Sustainability
- Financial Leadership & Governance
- Systems, Data & Insight
- Network Support & Influence
About You
You will be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB recognised) with strong leadership skills and the ability to develop team members to their full potential
You will have experience of
- Working at a senior level in a finance role with responsibility across the whole finance function (ideally also including responsibility for the systems function)
- Substantial financial leadership across scaling organisation or multi-entity structure spanning organisational planning, analysis and improvement, ideally a national-level charity
- Effective collaborative working with senior colleagues at Executive and Board Level
Above all, you’re motivated by purpose and excited by the opportunity to help deliver spaces that enable young people to thrive.
About the Organisation
A national charity that believes all young people should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose that fund and build state-of-the-art, multimillion-pound youth centres called Youth Zones in the country’s most economically disadvantaged areas. The organisation trains the amazing people that run them and offers continuing support to youth zones nationwide through a national network of independent youth charities.
It’s about opportunity.
You may have experience in areas such as Accountant, Business Account, Finance Manager, Director of Finance, Head of Finance, Finance and Systems, Director of Finance and Systems, Finance and Systems Manager, Finance and Systems Lead.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
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Head of Finance
Location: Fully remote with flexible working arrangements. You must be able to travel 1-2 times per month for a team day in Bristol, Reading, or London, for which expenses will be covered.
Salary: £46,350 - £49,440 depending on experience
Contract: Part-time (0.8 FTE, 4 days per week), Permanent. We are flexible with how these hours are worked - working pattern to be discussed with the successful candidate.
Closing date: Monday 13 July
Interview date: Week commencing 27 July
Start Date: ASAP - this is a new role
Reporting to: Operations Director
Direct Reports: Finance Officer
Role Purpose
The Head of Finance plays a key role in supporting Good Faith's financial health, sustainability and growth. Working closely with the Operations Director and colleagues across the organisation, they provide the financial insight, systems and support that help teams make informed decisions, deliver impactful work and plan confidently for the future.
The role combines hands-on financial management with the ongoing development of financial systems, tools and processes to support Good Faith's growth and evolving needs.
Working in partnership with the Operations Director, Senior Leadership Team, thematic project delivery ("track") leadership teams and project leads, the Head of Finance helps promote sound financial stewardship, clear reporting and responsible use of resources.
The role also provides financial management support to Good Faith Foundation, working alongside its trustees and Charity Development Lead.
The Head of Finance line manages the Finance Officer, supporting their development and helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting
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Support the effective management of Good Faith's finances, helping to ensure accurate reporting, strong financial stewardship and long-term sustainability.
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Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cashflow reporting.
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Provide clear, timely financial reporting and insight to support decision-making by the Operations Director, Senior Leadership Team and Board.
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Help colleagues understand organisational financial performance, identifying trends, opportunities and areas requiring attention.
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Work closely with the Operations Director to develop and improve financial systems, controls, policies and processes that support effective decision-making and organisational growth.
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Coordinate month-end and year-end reporting processes.
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Build positive working relationships with external accountants, banks and other professional advisers.
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Maintain compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations and statutory requirements.
Budgeting, Forecasting and Planning
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Coordinate the annual budgeting process, working collaboratively with SLT and Directors across the organisation.
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Maintain GF’s financial forecast and support scenario planning to inform decision-making and future priorities.
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Monitor organisational, track and project budgets against performance and support teams to understand and respond to variances.
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Provide financial insight and recommendations that help colleagues balance ambition with sustainability.
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Support business planning and provide analysis to inform significant organisational investment and spending decisions.
Project Finance
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Work alongside track leadership teams and project leads to develop, manage and monitor project and track budgets.
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Produce project and track-level financial reporting and analysis, including profitability reporting.
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Help project teams understand financial information and use it confidently in decision-making.
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Provide practical financial support and guidance to help achieve GF’s organisational objectives while making the best use of available resources.
Warm Welcome Campaign
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Work closely with the Warm Welcome Head of Operations and Leadership Team, providing financial support on budgeting, reporting and forecasting.
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Ensure expenditure is accurately recorded, appropriately authorised and aligned with financial policies.
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Produce regular financial dashboards and reporting, highlighting budget variances, emerging risks and opportunities for improved efficiency.
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Provide insight and recommendations that support effective decision-making and responsible resource management.
Cashflow, Reserves and Financial Sustainability
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Monitor and report on cashflow, reserves and wider financial performance, helping SLT plan for the future.
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Manage and process supplier and payroll payments, ensuring appropriate controls and approvals are in place and payments are made accurately and on time.
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Work with the Finance Officer to monitor debtor and creditor performance, supporting the timely collection of income and effective management of liabilities.
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Provide financial insight and scenario planning that supports sustainable growth, informed decision-making and long-term resilience.
Support to Good Faith Foundation
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Provide financial management support to the Good Faith Foundation.
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Oversee the preparation of quarterly management accounts by external accountants, alongside budgets and financial reports as required.
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Support trustees and the Charity Development Lead with financial information, insight and analysis.
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Help maintain appropriate financial controls, governance and compliance arrangements.
Team Management
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Line manage, support and develop the Finance Officer, creating opportunities for learning and professional growth.
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Review and oversee bookkeeping, reconciliations and transactional finance processes.
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Help foster a collaborative, supportive and efficient finance function that supports colleagues across GF.
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Contribute to a positive team culture that reflects Good Faith's values.
Governance and Compliance
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Help ensure GF maintains high standards of governance, accountability and financial compliance.
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Support statutory record-keeping and coordinate company secretarial filings and documentation.
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Coordinate the preparation and submission of VAT returns, annual accounts, corporation tax returns and other regulatory filings, working with external accountants as required.
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Act as a trusted point of contact for external accountants, auditors, legal advisers and other professional advisers.
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Coordinate annual insurance renewals and maintain records of key organisational licences, registrations and financial policies.
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As needed, support audits, compliance reviews and risk management activities, helping to ensure appropriate documentation, controls and procedures are maintained.
Person Specification
Essential Experience
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Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least 2-3 years' working experience
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Experience managing finance functions within an SME, consultancy, social enterprise, charity or purpose-led organisation.
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Experience preparing management accounts, budgets and forecasts.
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Good understanding of UK financial reporting, tax and compliance requirements.
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Experience managing cashflow and financial planning.
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Proficiency in accounting software (Xero) and Microsoft Excel/Google Workspace.
Essential Skills
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to communicate financial information clearly and confidently to non-finance colleagues.
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
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Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people.
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The ability to balance financial sustainability with organisational ambition and social impact.
Desirable
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Experience in consultancy, professional services, social enterprise or charitable sectors.
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Experience managing the finances of grant-funded projects
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Experience supporting boards, trustees or senior leadership teams.
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Knowledge of charity finance and governance requirements.
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Experience supporting and developing colleagues through line management.
Personal Attributes
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Collaborative and relationship-focused, with a genuine desire to support others.
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Inclusive in approach and committed to building positive working relationships
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Proactive and solutions-oriented, with the confidence to improve systems and ways of working.
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Trustworthy, accountable and able to exercise sound judgement.
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Comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving organisation.
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Able to balance ambition with pragmatism, helping the organisation make the most of its resources.
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Committed to Good Faith's mission, values and the positive impact of our work.
Key Relationships
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Operations Director
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Senior Leadership Team
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Project Leads
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Thematic project delivery leadership teams
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Finance Officer
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Good Faith Foundation Charity Development Lead and Trustees
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External accountants and professional advisers
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Clients, funders and other partners as required
Please review the attached JD for full information on how to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract
Full-time, permanent
(We welcome proposals for flexible working arrangements)
Salary
£55k per annum
This is a newly created role. with responsibility for financial management owned previously by the Executive Director, supported by the Head of Finance & Operations. In the refreshed structure operational and finance functions are separated.
The purpose of this role is to ensure the organisation is financially sustainable, well governed, and able to deliver its mission effectively. You will lead the financial management of the organisation, ensuring robust financial control, high-quality reporting, and effective financial planning to support strategic decision-making and long-term sustainability. This is a hands-on, collaborative role in a busy team, spanning both strategic and operational finance.
Being a success in this role will essentially balance three things at the same time:
1. Financial stability, control and risk management
2. Artistic and charitable ambition
3. Long-term organisational resilience and sustainable growth
Over the last two years the Festival has refreshed a number of our platforms and ways of working, including updating our CRM, ticketing and finance systems (Xero). We have worked with an external consultancy firm who have reviewed our systems and processes in finance and recommended new approaches; we are seeking a financial leader who can continue to progress this transformation, embedding new systems and ways of working across the team, while managing the busy annual BAU finance operations. We are in year two of a refreshed Strategic Plan, with a focus on building organisational resilience, maximising income and building new revenue streams; our new Finance Director will play a key role in realising these ambitions.
The role will be the key liaison with the Audit & Risk Committee of the Board of Trustees.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial leadership
- Financial reporting and insight
- Festival and programme support
- Sustainability and development support
- Systems and data
- Compliance, governance and risk management
- Leadership and team management
Essential Knowledge, skills and experience
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent experience)
- Significant senior financial management experience including Xero accounting system
- Experience of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
- Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing audits
- Strong understanding of financial controls and governance
- Experience presenting financial information to boards or trustees
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work strategically and operationally in a fast-paced environment
For full information on key responsibilities and person specifications please see full Job Description on Edinburgh International Book Festival Website.
Key Dates:
Closing date for applications: Monday 29th June 2026. Please complete the online application using the links on our website.
Interviews will be held in central Edinburgh during the week of 6th July. Remote interview requests will be considered but in person is preferred.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Challenge Events and Community Fundraising Manager
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Working Pattern: Remote with attendance at meetings in Cannock/London (approx 2 per month) and attendance at events across the UK as required.
Lead the transformation of challenge events fundraising for a charity that changes children's lives daily. You'll build a national portfolio of inspiring events that generate significant income and create lasting supporter relationships.
About Newlife
As one of the UK's leading charities providing essential specialist equipment to children with disabilities, Newlife is dedicated to making life better.
Through grants and emergency equipment loans, we ensure children get vital equipment when they need it. Our free nurse helpline offers crucial support and information. We advocate for change and support adults with additional needs through volunteering and employment opportunities.
What you'll be doing
You'll develop and deliver a sustainable programme of challenge events and supporter-led fundraising activities. Working with the Head of Fundraising and Marketing, you'll create the strategy and drive income growth.
Strategic Development:
- Develop challenge events strategy and annual operational plans
- Set budgets, income targets and performance indicators
- Research new event opportunities and market trends
- Monitor performance and maximise income generation
Event Portfolio Management:
- Build portfolio including running, cycling, walking, trekking, overseas and virtual challenges
- Recruit, steward and retain participants through exceptional supporter journeys
- Manage relationships with external event organisers and suppliers
- Ensure safe, effective delivery meeting ROI targets
Relationship Building:
- Support corporate partners, community groups, schools and local businesses
- Deliver high-quality supporter care throughout their journey
- Collaborate across Fundraising, Marketing, Retail and Services teams
- Move supporters into long-term giving opportunities
What we're looking for
- Evidence of commitment to professional development within fundraising, events management or supporter engagement
- Experience delivering digital fundraising and supporter journeys
- Experience of mass participation events and challenge events delivery
- Track record achieving income targets and delivering fundraising growth
- Experience building relationships with supporters, volunteers and external stakeholders
- Experience planning and delivering events, managing budgets and monitoring financial performance
- Experience working with fundraising databases or CRM systems
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- Strong event planning and project management abilities
- Ability to inspire supporters to achieve ambitious fundraising goals
- Flexible approach, including occasional evening and weekend working
- Understanding of fundraising compliance and regulation
Desirable: Experience of volunteer management
This role reports to the Head of Fundraising and Marketing.
Ready to create inspiring events that change children's lives? Join our mission to make life better for families across the UK.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checking may be necessary for this role.
The UK’s largest charitable provider of specialist equipment for disabled children.


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Financial Controller
£60,000 - £65,000 | Permanent | 4 day working week (Full Time) | London Hybrid
Take ownership of financial control, statutory reporting, and technical accounting while helping shape the future of CIPFA's finance function whilst they are undergoing transformation!
CIPFA is exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell in their search for a Financial Controller to join their finance team in a newly created role. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of financial control, statutory reporting, treasury, tax and compliance, while helping drive the ongoing development of a modern, high-performing finance function.
As the professional body for people in public finance, CIPFA is committed to supporting better public services through excellence in financial management and governance. This role will play a key part in ensuring the organisation continues to operate with strong financial stewardship while supporting future growth and organisational priorities.
Why this Financial Controller role stands out:
- A genuine four-day working week – work Monday to Thursday, enjoy Fridays off, and take the full salary home (it is not pro rata!).
- Newly created position with the opportunity to shape the role and influence the future direction of the finance function.
- Strategic exposure – partner with senior leaders on commercial opportunities, international activity, and organisational initiatives.
- Drive improvement and transformation across systems, controls, reporting, and finance processes.
- Clear progression potential – gain exposure well beyond traditional financial control responsibilities, with the potential to develop into a broader finance leadership role over time.
What you'll do – and what you'll gain:
- Play a leading role in statutory reporting, year-end processes, audits, treasury management, and tax compliance.
- Act as the organisation's technical accounting expert, ensuring compliance with charity accounting standards and evolving regulations.
- Support strategic projects by providing insight into financial, tax, treasury, and compliance implications.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve reporting, and maximise the value of finance systems.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of a modern, high-performing finance function.
What you'll need:
- Experience preparing charity statutory accounts and managing year-end audits, either in industry or practice.
- Strong knowledge of charity accounting, VAT and SORP FRS102.
- A proactive approach to process improvement and problem-solving.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills and the confidence to challenge constructively.
- A recognised accounting qualification is desirable, although exceptional relevant experience will also be considered.
Location & Working Pattern:
The organisation operates a 32-hour full-time working week, with employees typically working 9:00am - 5:30pm Monday to Thursday (including a 30-minute lunch break) and enjoying Fridays off.
Hybrid working is in place, with 1-2 days per week in the London office.
Ready to make your mark?
This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation investing in its finance function and creating an environment where technical expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement are genuinely valued.
The deadline for applications is on Sunday 5th July, but CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged to ensure you don’t miss out!
Financial Accountant – London health charity
Location: Hybrid working (minimum 40% of time in the office)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 PA Depending on experience
· Support a charity funding life-changing medical research and patient care projects worth £6m annually
· Manage complex balance sheet reconciliations, investments and restricted fund reporting independently
· Work within a small, collaborative team of 32 committed professionals across diverse functions
· Access ring-fenced training budget and structured career development opportunities
· Enjoy 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after three years
Position Overview
Our client is a well-established charity dedicated to funding innovative medical research and improving patient experiences. They're seeking a Financial Accountant to take ownership of balance sheet management, investment reconciliations, and year-end audit processes within their growing finance function.
Experience with the following is particularly relevant for this role: manual bank reconciliations experience, purchase and sales ledger background, cashbook experience, rent accounting experience.
Responsibilities
· Prepare and reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts independently
· Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules accurately
· Reconcile investment statements and prepare monthly investment journals
· Prepare monthly and quarterly cashflow forecasts and restricted fund statements
· Support external auditors and prepare audit schedules
· Contribute to strengthening financial controls and process documentation
· Monitor banking and mail processing activities
Requirements
Essential qualifications and experience:
· Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA or AAT Finalist status
· Demonstrable expertise with completing manual bank reconciliations
· Strong experience with cashbook
· Strong grounding in both purchase ledger and sales ledger
· Working experience within complex finance functions
· Knowledge of Access Financials or similar accounting systems
· Understanding of Charities FRS 102 SORP requirements
· Strong balance sheet reconciliation and financial controls experience
· Advanced Excel and Word skills
· Ability to work independently under pressure and prioritise effectively
Desirable qualifications and experience:
· AAT Fully Qualified status
· VAT reporting and compliance experience
· Line management experience
· Knowledge of CRM databases and Access Dimensions
· Understanding of the healthcare sector
· Prior experience with rent accounting is useful as much of the charity’s money comes from a property portfolio
Benefits
· 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by one day annually to a maximum of 30 days
· 6% employer pension contribution
· Ring-fenced training budget and excellent staff development opportunities
· Access to employee assistance programme
How to Apply
Please submit your CV by the closing date of Thursday 25th June
Lumos Foundation works to realise every child’s right to a family by transforming care systems around the world. Our vision is a world in which all children grow up in safe and loving families within supported communities. Lumos is currently recruiting for a Global Financial Controller for a fixed-term period for a maternity cover contract.
Lumos partners with governments, civil society and young people with lived experience to transform care systems globally and advocate for family-based solutions that help children thrive. We ensure that families receive the support they need to stay together or reunite, and that children grow up in family-based settings such as foster or kinship care.
Lumos works with local, national and international partners across Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America to drive systemic and sustainable reform of child care systems. Over the next decade, Lumos aims to help 500,000 children transition from institutional care to family-based care and prevent 10 million children from experiencing family separation.
The Role
The Global Financial Controller is responsible for leading Lumos’ financial control, reporting and compliance framework across the organisation, ensuring strong stewardship, financial integrity and transparency across all entities and jurisdictions.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Strategic Finance, Executive Leadership Team, Board of Directors and external auditors, while leading and developing a high-performing global finance team. The role will also deputise for the Director of Strategic Finance where required.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of annual statutory accounts and consolidated group financial statements in accordance with Charity SORP and relevant accounting standards.
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting.
- Manage the annual external audit process and resolve technical accounting matters.
- Staff management of a team of 3 accountants
- Maintain a strong internal control environment across the organisation.
- Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure financial integrity across all reporting.
- Develop and enhance finance policies, procedures and governance frameworks.
- Support risk management and organisational accountability. .
- Provide analysis and recommendations to support strategic and operational decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with donor and funder requirements.
Candidate Profile
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Significant experience leading financial control and reporting within a complex or multi-entity organisation.
- Strong technical accounting expertise, including statutory reporting and audit management.
- Experience implementing and maintaining robust financial controls and governance frameworks.
- Experience within the charity, NGO or international development sector.
Desirable Experience
- Experience with finance transformation, ERP implementation or process improvement projects.
Recruitment Process
- The preferred start date for this position is 3rd August 2026.
- First-stage interviews are scheduled to take place on 3rd July 2026, with second-stage interviews planned for 17th July 2026.
Benefits
- Salary of £60,000 - £70,000 DOE
- Annual leave of 30 days per year + bank holiday
- Hybrid working of 2 days per week in central London and remainder from home or up to you
- A fixed-term contract for a period of 12 months
- Direct impact on operational systems supporting our global mission, with exposure to senior decision-making during a transformative period
- Enhanced family-friendly leave (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental) and enhanced sick pay
- Competitive employer pension scheme
- Learning and development opportunities
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential wellbeing support and advice
Ivy Rock Partners is working exclusively with Lumos on the appointment of this role. For further information, please get in touch with Holly Arrowsmith or Jake Morrow for further details.
Safeguarding & Equality Statement
Lumos is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and associates to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to appropriate screening and references.
Lumos is also committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.



