A dyanamic and challenging role at the heart of the Finance, Planning, and Analytics team. An opportunity to become an intergral part of a booming housing organisation.

Client Details

The Client, based in Central London, is looking to rapidly expand its property portfolio and has an ambitious development pipeline over the next few years. The key aim is to build affordable housing and use their position of influence to create positive change.

Description

Responsible for providing effective financial analysis to support strategic decision making by senior stakeholders within the business.

Stress testing of the Long Term Financial Plan.

A key position in dealing with and advising senior stakeholders on the financial viability of future investment projects.

Sound understanding of the group's business model and the application of intelligent analysis of the internal and external operating and macro-economic environments that underpin financial planning modelling bases and assumptions.

Production of I&E, Balance Sheet and Cashflow long range forecasts and the measurement of key performance indicators.

Profile

The successful Business Analyst candidate would have either a CCAB or CFA qualification.

The Business Analyst desirably have knowledge of the following:

Substantial knowledge of working with and building complex financial models and long range financial planning and analysis tools.

Advanced excel skills-Comfortable with the use of macros and producing financial models on excel.

Strong ability to quickly analyse data and forecast performance

Knowledge of influencing and challenging senior stakeholders, drawing insights for further analysis and communicate these results effectively to stakeholders.

Working on the long-term financial plan of the business.

Knowledge of Brixx software is desirable or a willingness to learn.

Knowledge of social housing sector or large regeneration projects is desirable.

Job Offer

£55,000-60,000 + Pension, working from home and flexible working hours

The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust - Head of Management Accounting

Role: Head of Management Accounting

Band 8c: £68,554 - £79,374* (*inclusive of London weighting)

Type: Permanent

Location: Central London

Sector: Healthcare

The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a Head of Management Accounting to join their finance team. The Foundation Trust has revenues of circa £55m, employs over 700 people and for almost 100 years has been committed to improving mental health, emotional wellbeing and gender dysphoria for children, families and adults. They aim to spread their way of thinking and practice through devising and delivering high quality clinical services, the provision of training and education, research, organisational consulting and influencing public debate. The finance team is close-knit and collaborative, giving you the opportunity to work a broad and varied role, as well as manage your own team of three people.

Head of Management Accounting Job Description:

The management accounting team is the function within the Finance Department which works most closely with operational managers to set, monitor and manage Trust finances and, as such, is critical to the ability of the Trust to attain its key short and long term strategic and business objectives.

Working closely with the Director of Financial Operations and the Director of Finance, the post holder will be responsible for the leadership and performance of the management accounting function of the Trust, ensuring that the function supports the Trust in the delivery of its key strategic and business objectives, that systems and processes are fit for purpose and that staff are trained and equipped to deliver the necessary support and services to other Trust departments.

The key elements of the role include:

• Influencing strategic decision making within the Trust through the provision of business and financial advice to Budget Holders and Directorate Directors, including the Clinical Chief Operating Officer, the Head of Education and Training and the Medical Director.
• Analysing, interpreting and comparing highly complex information in the production of major business cases to ensure the business and clinical objectives of the Trust are achieved. Supporting the production of business cases in respect of service developments within the Trust and with partner organisations.
• Working with Trust Directors to ensure that savings and efficiency projects are accurately identified both at a planning and delivery phase.  Ensure that financial expertise and acumen is deployed in the achievement of transformation projects.
• Responsible for development of Trust costing and pricing systems and, in particular, for development and implementation of the Trust’s NHSI/E-mandated Patient Level Costing System.
• Managing and overseeing the management accounting function.
• Preparing policies and procedures for the Finance directorate and the wider Trust, relevant to the remit of the management accounting function.
• Deputising for the Director of Financial Operations, in their finance capacity, as necessary.

Head of Management Accounting Person Specification:

The Head of Management Accounting role requires a CCAB qualified accountant with post qualification experience as a Senior Management Accountant, Finance Business Partner or Head of Management Accounting. It is essential that this person has previous experience delivering robust budgets and forecasts, delivering high quality presentations to non-finance audiences, and working with Senior Managers and Directors.

You do not need to have NHS experience to be considered for this role; however, NHS employees are welcomed. It is important to be able to demonstrate the versatility of supporting your team with the detail, as well as influencing senior management team with strategy.

Head of Management Accounting Package:

• Band: 8c £68,554 - £79,374* (*inclusive of London weighting)
• 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (holiday entitlement raises to 33 days with service)
• Flexible working
• Annual Recognition Awards
• Excellent Learning and Development opportunities
• Excellent Pension Scheme: 33.1% (or above at Band 8c)
• Health services discounts (retail, holidays, entertainment and restaurants)
• Car parking facilities and season ticket loan
• Bike racks and showers

To find out more information about the organisation, the role and to receive the full job description, please contact Brooke Cooper at Allen Lane who is managing this campaign and will share details on how to apply.

Applications close on Monday 28th October and interviews will follow shortly after. EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity as the Financial Controller in an organisation that combines both charitable impact in the UK and overseas as well as a significant commercial operation the RSPB is the next step in your career.

Financial Controller
Reference: A2401019
Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £39,970 to £53,293 per annum
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent

Reporting to the Head of Finance and having line management responsibility for the Assistant Financial Accountant and Procurement Manager, this role has responsibility for all aspects of the organisations financial accounting function to deliver an effective and compliant service.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Preparing the Trustee Annual Report and Accounts (including subsidiary and related entities).This involves co-coordinating input from the Finance Team as well as liaising with the Communications and Corporate Governance and Risk teams to provide an integrated narrative that clearly articulates RSPB's impact and the challenges it faces.
• Liaison with external and internal auditors.
• Cashflow management
• Managing all areas of tax compliance including VAT, Gift Aid and corporation tax..
• Be the point of contact for internal advice regarding tax compliance.
• Manage a £10m+ investment portfolio with support of professional advisers
• Support the development of a framework of accounting policies and internal financial control and provide practical advice and interpretation consistent with these policies and controls. This includes a consideration of wider organisational risk management issues as a member of the Risk Management Committee.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with proven and up to date technical accounting experience as a financial accountant/financial controller. You will be a supportive and solution based leader with excellent communication skills and be proficient at leading change through continuous improvement, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation. You will have the support of the Assistant Financial Accountant and Procurement Manager.

The RSPB is the largest nature conservation charity in the UK with over 1.2 million members, annual income of circa £140m and around 2,000 employees and 12,000 volunteers. We manage over 200 nature reserves in the UK and undertake a wide range of research, policy, advisory and educational activities both in the UK and internationally.

Closing date: 31 October 2019

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the Apply button to be directed to our website where you can download the Role Profile and Application Details.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. You will be asked to declare unspent convictions and cautions at offer of employment stage.

When you make your application please ensure that you include reference number A2401019  on any correspondence. 

No agencies please. 

Morgan Law are proud to be working with Christian Aid to recruit their new Head of Applications & Development.

Christian Aid (CA) is a UK-based international NGO, partnering with others to end poverty in Africa. At the heart of this vision is the transformation of the lives of people who live in poverty, empowering them to have a brighter future. Christian Aid works in more than 30 countries and has been operating in Nigeria since 2003. The Nigeria Country programme focuses on Humanitarian and Sustainable Development, Democracy and Good Governance and Health and Human Development.

In this role you will manage the development, implementation and ongoing support and maintenance of Christian Aid’s line of business systems. To provide technical leadership for the development of enterprise applications and web-based systems. To provide strategic advice to key business systems owners on application selection and utilisation.

As a member of the ICT Senior Management Team, you will be responsible for the management of the application portfolio, including development and maintenance. The team comprises software

developers, web developers and database administrators, and the post holder must work closely with the Connectivity & Infrastructure team to ensure continued application availability and well-planned migrations, updates and new system implementations.

Essential

• Professional qualification in software development or systems integration technology (e.g. MCSD).
• Relevant degree or equivalent essential.
• Extensive knowledge of MS SQL (language and server), IIS, .NET (particularly C# and ASP. NET)
• Understanding of web development, including HTML, CSS and Javascript
• Knowledge of Content Management Systems and CRM
• Understanding of reporting tools such as SQL Server Reporting Services
• Experience in capturing requirements and translating them into functional specifications
• Experience of project management, and various development methodologies (including Agile).
• Experience working in a variety of environments, including Not-For-Profit.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

As Head of Community Fundraising at St John Ambulance, you will be responsible for driving innovation and excellence in fundraising, ultimately leading to income growth through focusing specifically on community fundraising initiatives and projects.

About the Role

A key role in our Fundraising Directorate where you will join a senior leadership team as we expand and aim to significantly increase income. As Head of Community Fundraising at St John Ambulance, you will be responsible for driving innovation and excellence in fundraising, ultimately leading to income growth through focusing specifically on community fundraising initiatives and projects. You will provide high level strategic leadership across the department and ensure that our donor’s experience is front of mind and that long-term organisation wide income growth is maximised.

Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)

About You

To be successful in this role, you should bring a wealth of experience creating and successfully implementing robust strategic income growth plans, managing budgets, and driving fundraising income growth in the community. You will have worked to and been successful in achieving income targets of over £1m in a challenging, complex and pressurised environment.

About Us

St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, providing first aid, keeping people safe at events and working alongside the NHS in response to 999 calls.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people learn how to save a life through our training, education and youth programmes.

Over the next decade, we have bold ambitions to help transform out-of-hospital care, having a positive impact on the people we treat and the communities we serve.

We are a team of 1,600 employees and 18,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through first aid.

You will receive:

• Competitive salary & pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health and Wellbeing portal - access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts – you’ll have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym memberships, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping.

Interview Date: 31/10/19

Application Review Date: 25/10/2019

We may review applications before the Application Review Date, however, if you apply after the Application Review Date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role.

Chichester Festival Theatre is looking for an individual with a passion for theatre and an understanding of Development for the performing arts, as well as a proven track record in raising funds from Individuals, Trusts and the Corporate sector. You should have experience of managing a team and developing strategy whilst also being the ‘face’ of fundraising at the highest level to both internal and external audiences. 

The Development Department has been hugely successful in capitalising on the support for the Theatre’s inspirational work on stage and in our community, doubling income from £600k to £1.2m over the past three years.

You will be joining an organisation which has proven its ability to attract significant funds. With a committed Executive team and Board of Trustees, you will have the opportunity to shape the fundraising strategy to create new opportunities for the future and take Chichester Festival Theatre forward into a new era of fundraising.

If you are interested in playing a key role in the future growth and success of our unique theatre, please review the Job Pack featured in the job page of the website. 

Vauxhall, London

35 hours per week / 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Closing Date: 22 October 2019 (subject to change)

Interview Date: To be confirmed

About the role

A rare opportunity has arisen for a talented Senior Manager to join our team. As Head of Finance you will have responsibility for key aspects of financial control, reporting and financial management for Marie Curie. This role is an integral part of the Senior Finance Team which manages spend against budget and forecast, ensures correct recognition of financial transactions and adequate financial controls.

A diverse role across the full spectrum of the finance function, you will support Director of Finance to deliver a high standard of financial governance and control, whilst continuously delivering a high quality customer focused finance partnering service to two Executive Directors.

The Head of Finance will oversee the production of monthly management accounts, new bid assessments and help to ensure that all available resources support our aims and organisational direction.

About you

A talented and passionate leader with a wealth of experience working within a medium/large sized finance function in a Senior role.

A customer focused, financial expert who can demonstrate advanced competence and provide quality advice to the charity. A born problem solver who can communicate financial information to stakeholders with ease. With excellent analytical skills, you will see the key messages behind the numbers. You can confidently demonstrate your understanding of tax regulations (VAT, Gift Aid) and knowledge of charity finance (SORP for charities). Experience of reporting, budgeting and forecasting in a complex, multi division organisation is a must, as is ensuring that all financial systems and processes are operated effectively and efficiently.

You must be willing to travel nationally on a periodic basis to attend key meetings and build relationships with stakeholders.

Confidence, professionalism and a passion for service delivery is key, so if you think you fit the bill, we'd love to hear from you!

About Us

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications.

We are seeking candidates with extensive practitioner experience and technical expertise (10+ years) in Security, Justice & Peacebuilding to join our team at SDDirect.

This is a senior role in the UK’s leading international consultancy and research organisation in the field of social development, providing high level expertise and leadership in the field of SJP. The succesful candidate will ensure that the work of in-house staff and consultants is evidence based and of a high quality, and supports the continued high-quality delivery and growth of SDDirect in this technical area.

Please red the full job description for more information on this vacancy!

Eden Brown is recruiting a Head of Philanthropy for a world famous international humanitarian organisation at their UK HQ in London. Leading a team of 11 with three direct reports the Head of Philanthropy's role will be to strategically lead the fundraising from high net worth and ultra-high net worth individuals, build networks in donor communities and manage a portfolio of the charity's most senior donors and prospects.

You will maximise opportunities with philanthropists, ensuring the progression of a robust pipeline of prospects combined with high quality supporter engagement and experience to build upon and developing the team's strategy to significantly increase the number of six and seven figure gifts from high net-worth individuals.

For this role we are looking for a dynamic and results-driven major donor fundraiser with an excellent understanding of philanthropy and major donor fundraising and best practice high net worth and ultra-high net worth fundraising tools and processes, a thorough understanding of the UK philanthropy market and effective team leadership and line management skills to inspire motivate and develop a high performing fundraising team.

This job comes with a whole host of excellent benefits as well as flexible working including one day per week working from home.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Do you have current and extensive experience as a Business Analyst? Do you have strong analytical, communication and documentation skills?

Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK with a nationwide network of rehoming centres and charity shops. Last year, Dogs Trust centres cared for over 15,000 dogs; we never put a healthy dog down.

We are now recruiting for an experienced Business Analysts to join our Software Development team. The role will be working closely with departments across the organisation gathering requirements for software technology transformation projects and shaping business analysis and change practices.

In this role you will work with other business analysts, software developers, test analysts, technology teams and subject matter experts across the business to deliver programs of work across various applications. The post holder will also need to have a methodical and flexible approach to problem solving. Experience with fundraising technology and processes would be an advantage.

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button.  Our application process requires you to submit a CV and cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role.

Head of Fundraising

University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth, UK

Competitive salary and benefits
 

University of Portsmouth is a special place. 

Progressive, vibrant and a testament to our city’s heritage, we are a new kind of university and a breath of fresh air in the academic world. We are intent on discovery and connecting with our local and global community. 

As part of our new five-year strategy, we are investing significantly in growing the capacity and expertise within our Alumni Relations and Advancement team. To complete our first phase of recruitment, we are seeking two ambitious individuals to join us as our new Associate Director, Alumni Relations and Advancement, and Head of Fundraising. 

The Head of Fundraising post was created to help build further fundraising capacity at the University of Portsmouth.  Reporting to the Associate Director of Alumni Relations & Advancement, the post holder will devise, implement and manage the University’s fundraising strategy and lead a growing team, as well as actively manage a portfolio of individual prospects to secure gifts for key institutional priorities.  Working alongside senior members of the department and the wider Marketing, Advancement and Communications directorate, the Head of Fundraising will contribute to the planning and implementation of fundraising and stewardship strategies to grow philanthropic income and support for the University.

You will bring a demonstrable fundraising track record, having worked specifically with corporate or individual major gift prospects and donors.  A sophisticated communicator with the ability to build relationships with people of all levels, you will be self-motivated, creative and contribute a strategic outlook and robust approach to fundraising for the University.  You will be confident in your ability to operate at this level and will bring excellent team leadership skills, outstanding written and verbal skills, and the ability to communicate complex projects to a range of audiences.

You will be joining us at an exciting time of growth and opportunity, and into an award winning directorate that has undergone considerable transformation and investment.  If you are able to work at this strategic level and ready to join a team and University on an upward trajectory, we’d like to hear from you.  To view the information pack for this exceptional opportunity, please visit the Richmond Associates website or to have a confidential discussion with the consulting team please contact Sonja Dunphy, Managing Director at Richmond Associates on +44 (0)20 3617 9240.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 10AM TUESDAY, 5 NOVEMBER 2019

Are you passionate about financial accounting? Do you want to use your accounting technical skills in WaterAid to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone everywhere?

Join WaterAid as Financial Accounting Manager to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. On top of that you'll be joining a 2018 Great Place to Work® award-winning organisation.

The WaterAid International Finance provide key support to our International Programmes in leading the delivery of plans that will ensure there is a robust and effective financial accounting and control environment in WaterAid UK's international work.

As our Financial Accounting Manager you will work across the finance function and with other stakeholders to review, develop, enhance and embed effective financial processes throughout our international programme portfolio.

The role will manage 2 X Financial Accountants and will be expected to undertake international travel about between 6 weeks and no more than 12 weeks per annum.

The primary responsibility of the Financial Accounting Manager is to provide key support to the Head of International Finance in leading the delivery of plans that will ensure there is a robust and effective financial accounting and control environment in WaterAid UK's international work.

This role will lead the International Financial Accounting team that supports Heads of Finance in Country Programmes to develop and maintain good financial control environments and to manage key financial risks appropriately. The team will provide an assurance function, accountable for providing evidence that the financial control environment is robust in all country programmes.

This role will work across the finance function and with other stakeholders to review, develop, enhance and embed effective financial processes throughout our international programme portfolio. S/he will understand local context, and thus help the UK office to understand where local deviation from the WaterAid standard is appropriate and desirable.

This role will have capacity to look across the organisation, proactively identifying trends which highlight areas for improvement or highlighting local examples of innovative solutions that can be shared with others and can be adopted as the standard approach, thus embedding identified best practice as 'the WaterAid way'.

To be successful, you'll need:
* Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
* Audit experience
* Significant senior financial accounting expertise, experience and knowledge

To see the full job pack, please click 'Apply'.

Other Information
WaterAid benefits?include:
* 36 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
* Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave
* A generous pension plan with an employer contribution of up to 10%
* Flexible working conditions, including the opportunity for part-time work and home working up to 2 days a week
* Season Ticket Loan
* Free annual eye tests
* Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
* Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave.
* Sabbaticals
* Volunteer Day

WaterAid is currently located at Durham Street, Vauxhall. However, we will be leaving our current location in the summer of 2020 (likely to be June/July 2020) and moving to 20 Canada Square, Canary Wharf. Therefore the London Office location and contract base, if you are successfully offered the role, will change. This will be discussed at the interview stage with you.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.

To apply please submit your Cover Letter and CV into One Document in either Word document or PDF format.

Applications will close one minute before midnight on 29th October 2019. Availability for 1st interviews on the 8th November 2019 and 2nd interviews on the 15th November 2019.

Salary: £48,900 - £51,500 with excellent benefits

WaterAid is committed to ensuring that wherever we work in the world there is no tolerance for the abuse of power, privilege or trust. WaterAid reinforces a culture of zero tolerance towards any form of inappropriate behaviour, abuse, harassment, or exploitation of any kind. The safeguarding of our beneficiaries, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf, is our top priority and we take our responsibilities extremely serious. All staff and volunteers are required to share in this commitment through our Global Code of Conduct. We will conduct the most appropriate pre-employment references and checks to ensure high standards are maintained.

WaterAid is an equal opportunities, disability-confident employer and committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, fairness and equality. Should you have a disability and require any additional support, please contact us.

Here at Human Appeal we have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Communications to be based at our Head Office in Cheadle, Greater Manchester. You will join us on a full time basis as part of an initial 1 year fixed term contract (with a view to progressing onto permanent contract) and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £62-75k per annum.

Human Appeal is a faith-based charity that aims to abolish poverty by providing humanitarian aid, sustainable development programs and championing advocacy for our beneficiaries worldwide.

The Director of Communications is responsible for delivering Human Appeal’s communications strategy by overseeing the work of the Communications department, providing line management and for each of the 3 sub-teams (Marketing, PR and Campaigns, Online), as well as contributing to the strategic leadership of the organisation alongside the wider Board of Directors.

Key duties and responsibilities of our Director of Communications:

- Support, coach and develop staff in all sub-teams of the UK Communications department; Marketing, PR and Campaigns, Online

- Develop a Communications strategy and annual Communications objectives

- Deliver Communications objectives with a portfolio of Campaigns delivered within budget

- Meet annual income generation targets through Online activity, achieving year-on-year growth

- Oversees the preparation of reports to effectively communicate the results of key Campaigns and other Communications Projects to the Senior Management Team, Board of Trustees and donors

- Play a key role in the day-to-day operations and strategic leadership of the charity alongside the wider Board of Directors

Benefits of joining us as our Director of Communications:

- 35 Days Annual Leave

- Matched Pension Contribution

- Flexible Working

- Employee Discounts and Memberships

What we’re looking for in our Director of Communications:

- Degree-educated in a relevant field, e.g. Marketing / English / Design

- At least 10 years’ experience working in a Communications discipline

- Minimum of 8 years’ demonstrable team management experience 

- Computer literate with strong knowledge of technical and design software such as Photoshop, - Illustrator, Hootsuite and the Adobe package

- Excellent written and spoken English. Additional languages e.g. Arabic, Urdu desirable

- Highly creative, organised and results-focussed, with an ability to multitask, manage a busy workload and deliver against objectives

- Passionate about international development work and humanitarian aid

This would be the ideal role for an Experienced Director or Head of Communications looking to further their career and make a difference in the Charity Sector!

We are looking to appoint this role ASAP and will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so for the best chance of success please click ‘apply’ today to become our Director of Communications – we would love to hear from you.

A Little Bit About Human Appeal…

What our CEO Says:

“We are faith-based but not faith-specific. We have faith in all of humanity and believe we can achieve great things when we work together. So, come and be part of a dynamic global charity where we celebrate our differences, as well as our common humanity”

Dr. Mohamed Ashmawey

What our Staff Say:

“I appreciate the support from the senior leadership team. The CEO is a hands-on leader who supports his workforce with passion and energy. He promotes his employees’ successes and motivates his teams to work harder”

Humeira, Donor Care Manager

What We Have Achieved So Far This Year:

- We have provided emergency aid to 10,770 of the most vulnerable people across Yemen

- We have supported 1,000 Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh

- We have provided 300 refugee families in Jordan with essential winter aid

- We have helped 36,643 people to have enough food to break their fast during Ramadan

- We have collected and distributed 21,124 coats to the homeless in the UK

- We have provided 258 families with emergency food packs in Manchester

COME AND JOIN THE FAMILY – click ‘apply’ today!

An exciting career opportunity for an experienced audit professional keen to travel and support established International Development stakeholders. 

Are you seeking an inspiring role, a new and rewarding career with diverse travel, supporting truly worthwhile causes. Perhaps even the chance to use your 2nd language skills in a critical setting? Our partner, specialists in International Grant Assurance are seeking outgoing auditors for this management position; navigating a diverse group of grant recipients & donors, such as the United Nations & the World Bank. You'll be London-based travelling 40-50% per annum on assignments 1 to 2 weeks in length. Locations such as Malawi, Peru, Vietnam, Belgium, Oxford, Sierra Leone, Brazil, Fiji, Cameroon, France)

Overseas assignments are typically 1-2 weeks in length and could mean travel to one of over 100 countries/ territories. It presents a fantastic opportunity to see the parts of the world you’d never otherwise get to see, work with lovely people and pick up extremely relevant institutional donor and fieldwork experience; vital for anyone seeking to establish a career in the international development NGO sector.

This specialist team is wholly dedicated to the provision of financial management solutions to international institutions, particularly those involved in grant-making and the implementation of grant-funded programmes in the public sector.

Youre role will provide a high quality service to clients, contribute to business development activities and be active in the internal development of the department.

Responsibilities

- Prepare to be out of office at client sites for 50% plus of the time conducting audits or special assignments globally;
- Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of public sector audit issues and techniques and provide guidance to other team members based on previous experience;
- Demonstrate a detailed understanding of public sector client structures and the legal and contractual frameworks in which the assignments are performed and provide guidance to other team members based on previous experience;
- Demonstrate a detailed understanding of International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and provide guidance to other team members based on previous experience;
- Prepare a tailored plan for large or complex assignments based on an understanding of the terms of reference;
- Lead assignment fieldwork teams including locally based staff for large or complex assignments;
- Demonstrate the ability to identify the findings on an assignment and write them up in a detailed, precise and clear way in the assignment report;
- Lead opening meetings and present the audit findings at closing meetings;
- Draft a report for each assignment on a timely basis;
- Prepare proposals for specific assignments within a framework contract;
- Provide on the job training and guidance to more junior team members throughout the assignment process;
- Develop an good understanding of the firm’s billing procedures, including charge out rates, budgeting and calculation of recovery rates;
- Take on at least one formal internal responsibility in the following areas: training; recruitment; technical development; business development; IT; social.

Requirements

Qualifications: (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent);
- At least four years audit experience in practice, preferably including public sector experience;
- Ability to work under pressure with accuracy and focus;
- Sound technical and analytical skills;
- Good communication and presentation skills;
- Good reporting writing skills;
- Staff planning and supervision experience;
- Team worker;
- Adaptable and flexible in attitude;
- Public sector knowledge and interest;
- Passionate about international travel;
- Ideally worked for a top 20 firm;
- Second language, especially French, Spanish or German is highly desirable;
- Willing to work in international locations for 50% plus of the time.