Management accountant jobs in bushey, hertfordshire

Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with The Scouts to recruit for an Interim Financial Controller on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (MAT cover). 

The Scouts actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. 

As their Financial Controller, you will lead the Financial Accounting and Payroll team. This hands-on, strategic role requires a leader capable of driving operational efficiency in transactional accounting while managing the complexity of statutory reporting, audit, and internal control frameworks.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, GL, Banking) and drive efficiency. Ensure the integrity, controls, and continuous improvement of all finance systems.

• Be the primary lead for the production of annual statutory accounts and the management of the year-end audit. Ensure full compliance with tax obligations (VAT, Corporation Tax) and external regulations.

• Design, implement, and maintain a robust and effective internal control framework, ensuring processes are documented and controls are strictly followed.

• Lead cash flow management, debt collection, liaise with investment managers, and report on compliance with the financial reserves policy.

• Manage and motivate the Financial Accounting Team and oversee the Payroll Operations Manager, ensuring an accurate, timely, and compliant payroll and pensions service.

• Act as a key advisor to employees and trustees, specifically managing the fixed asset register and partnering on capital expenditure budgets.

Essentials: 

• A recognised, full Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).

• 5-10 years' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in a senior financial accounting or audit position with a demonstrable track record of success in managing complex financial operations.

• Experience working within a charity environment and strong knowledge of charity SORP. 

• Proven experience in statutory accounts production, managing audits, implementing strong internal controls, and overseeing transactional teams.

• Strong change management skills and a passion for driving continuous process and system improvements.

Salary is up to £68,000 + Excellent Benefits. 

The Scouts are based in Gilwell Park, Chingford, London. Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office. 

Advert closes on Friday 12th December. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

Job Title: Business Analyst
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)
Location: Head Office, High Wycombe (hybrid working available).
Salary: Circa £43k per annum
Closing Date: 4th January 2026

We are looking for a Business Analyst with a commitment to the vision of Coeliac UK to provide day-to-day analysis and reporting support to colleagues and external partners. You will have strong financial management and analytical skills, good written and oral communications skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a small team.

Key responsibilities – the successful candidate will:

• Produce accurate and timely, monthly management accounts including detailed insightful commentary and ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as required
• Work with budget holders to review performance, agree budgets and conduct regular forecasts
• Support effective business decision-making through financial modelling and analysis.
• Work with the Head of Finance to produce long-term financial analysis to inform strategy
• Be responsible for automated reporting and key analytical insights across all database sources
• Liaise with, challenge and support colleagues so that the finances of the charity are well understood and owned by all in the team
• Identify opportunities to streamline and simplify procedures to develop and deliver relevant, timely and accurate management information including reporting against agreed key performance indicators
• Support the Head of Finance by providing financial papers to the Senior Management Team, Audit committee, Board of Trustees and other committees as required.
• Communicate financial principles to non-finance staff, building their skillsets to enable them to effectively manage their budgets and forecasts
• Support major procurement decisions and the supplier contract review process

Essential Knowledge, skills, and experience:

• With or working towards an accounting qualification
• Good attention to detail
• Experience of working in a finance department, with finance and CRM systems knowledge
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to the vision of the Charity
• Excellent planning and time management skills
• Proactive and supportive, with a positive outlook

Desirable:

• Experience of working within the charity sector

About Coeliac UK:

Coeliac UK is the charity for people who need to live without gluten. For over 50 years we've been helping people with coeliac disease and other gluten-related conditions live happier, healthier lives. We campaign for better food access, fund medical research, and provide trusted support to our community.

Closing date: 4th January 2026

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Coeliac UK is an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no applicant, employee or volunteer receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

No agencies please.

Finance Business Partner

Fundraising and Charitable Activity

£73,923 a year

London, E15 2GW / Hybrid working.

Full time, 35 hours a week

Job description

1 in 4 of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses.

Together we will be unstoppable.

At Scope, our Fundraising Department is entering a new chapter. We are investing to grow, diversifying, and testing new ways to raise money. Our services and other charitable activities are working in new partnerships, with the government and in communities. This role will be a key part of these exciting developments in Scope’s strategy – an Equal Future with Disabled People.

Permanent, Full time (35 hours a week)

Location: Here East Press Centre, 14 East Bay Lane, London, E15 2GW and working from home.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team at Scope. In this role, you will provide strategic financial insight, challenge, and guidance to our Fundraising and Charitable Activity teams, managing a combined budget of around £30 million. You will help us deliver on our strategic priorities, including closing the disability employment gap and ending the extra costs of disability.

As a trusted advisor, you will work closely with senior leaders, budget holders, and colleagues across Scope to make sure that financial insight is at the heart of our decision-making, helping us to deliver the greatest impact.

You will:

· Understand, analyse, and present large amounts of complex data in a clear way.

· Partner with budget holders to understand financial needs and provide proactive advice and analysis to support decision-making.

· Deliver transparent and accountable budgeting and forecasting processes.

· Provide accurate, insightful reporting, ensuring commentary and analysis add real value.

· Review financial proposals for investment and assess return on investment (ROI) on all fundraising spend across multiple years.

· Coach and influence teams, helping them understand financial performance and act on insight.

· Build strong working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders, including auditors and suppliers.

· Take ownership and responsibility for the accounts and embrace change.

For more information about the role’s responsibilities and the skills and experience required, please visit our website.

Please include examples in your application that show how your skills, experience, and values match the person specification in the job description.

About you

We are looking for someone who can combine technical financial expertise with strong relationship management skills. You’ll be confident working with large amounts of data, interpreting results, and presenting insights in a clear and impactful way.

To be successful, you will have:

· Experience of providing financial insight to senior leaders that influenced decisions.

· Strong knowledge of fundraising accounting, including gift aid, forecasting individual giving subscriptions, legacies, and donations, preparing cost analysis for funding bids, and allocation of restricted funds.

· Experience of proactively guiding budget holders through the budget setting process.

· Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.

· The confidence to challenge and influence decisions at senior level.

It would be great if you also bring:

· Understanding of the social model of disability.

· Knowledge of charity accounting and VAT partial recovery.

· An accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).

We welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability and from all backgrounds.

We also ask you to share how you support Scope’s values and contribute to our goal of creating a fair and equal future for disabled people.

Our values are being pioneering, courageous, connected, open and fair

By living our values and trusting each other, we give our colleagues freedom and space to be creative, push boundaries and change minds.

Disabled candidates

We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve.

Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

If you require adjustments through your journey with us, please email us via our website.

Find out more about asking for adjustments at interview.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.

We encourage people of colour and other underrepresented communities to apply and join Scope. We believe that this will bring new ideas and help us work better. We know that a variety of perspectives and viewpoints will greatly support the work we do and help us to reach all communities. 

We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity.

We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving.

You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website.

Scope benefits

We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:

· 27 days holiday plus bank holidays

· Flexible, hybrid and remote working options

· Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years

· Company pension

· Excellent training and career development

· Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+

· Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more.

How to apply

Click the apply button to create an account and complete your application form.

Closing date for applications: 11:59pm GMT, Wednesday 17 December 2025.

Do you have a heart to serve in a Christian charity? Are able to work part time for 6 months as a bookkeeper? If so, this role could be for you!

The opportunity

• Part Time (2 days per week)
• 6 month fixed-term contract with the possibility to extend
• £30,776.17 FTE, pro rata for part time to £12,310.47

This is an exciting time to join CMF as we head into our new strategic plan. This role will suit someone able to work two days per week and has bookkeeping skills and experience. This role may suit someone training for a finance-related qualification at the same time.

Our bookkeeper will work with our accountant to help with regular bookkeeping tasks like account reconciliation, filing digital financial paperwork, and processing payments.

The successful candidate will also support the wider staff team with their financial queries and assist with our membership database and direct debit scheme. This is a valuable opportunity within a friendly team to contribute to the effective management of our finances.

Would you be willing to use your passion, skills and experience to support CMF in our mission to see Christian healthcare professionals united and equipped to live and speak for Jesus Christ?

You will be a person of integrity, passion, and commitment to see Jesus Christ glorified in healthcare.

This role is based at our London office with some hybrid working.

To apply, please visit our website.

Location – Remote, with occasional travel required

Salary – Circa £55k per annum (pro rata)

Contract – Part-time 14-21 hours per week (flexible across the week), Permanent

Farms for City Children offers children and young people a week in the heart of the British countryside staying on one of our farms, where they are immersed in the natural world of food, farming, and country life.  During their stay, they participate in the seasonal tasks of the day: sowing, growing and harvesting in our kitchen gardens, caring for livestock and looking after the land, and a variety of tasks designed to build greater connection with the natural world.

We are looking for a Head of Finance to join our friendly team.

About the Role

The Head of Finance forms part of our Senior Leadership Team and leads the financial management of our charity. This is the most senior finance role in the organisation, responsible for ensuring robust financial oversight, compliance, and governance. The role also encompasses broader corporate responsibilities, including supporting the Board, strengthening governance frameworks, and overseeing data protection and information governance.

For full details about the role, please see the Job Description and Job Information Pack.

What we Offer

In return you will receive a salary circa £55k per annum (pro rata) and a range of benefits, which include:

· 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)

· 6% employer contribution to NEST pension scheme

· Employee Assistance Programme

How to Apply

To apply, please download and fill out our application form that is located at the bottom of the page. Once completed, click on the Apply button, fill in your details and upload the application form. You may also wish to fill out and upload our equal opportunities monitoring form. 

 

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis starting from 9th December 2025; as such we reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applications.

 

Please note that first interviews will be held online, second interviews will be held in person.

 

We are unable to accept just cover letters and CVs.

 

NO AGENCIES PLEASE – DIRECT RECRUITMENT ONLY

Prospectus is delighted to be working with an incredible charity that supports disabled children and their families, helping them to recruit for a Senior Finance Officer role.
 
This role is available on a permanent contract and part time basis (21-24 hours a week). The salary range is between £40,000-£45,000 FTE (pro-rata for 21-24 hours a week). This is a hybrid role, where you will attend the charity’s office in Redbridge (on the Essex/London border), with the opportunity to work from home 50% of the week.
 
Within this Senior Finance Officer role, you will oversee all aspects of the charity’s financial operations and support with strategic decision making.
 
This key role involves managing and maintaining all of the charity’s financial systems, including Sage. You will process income and expenditure, complete monthly bank reconciliations, and prepare monthly management accounts, alongside balance sheet, debtor and creditor reports. The role includes monitoring budgets and forecasts, overseeing the annual budgeting process, and supporting budget holders with financial planning. You will prepare financial reports for Senior Management and the Board of Trustees, attend Trustee meetings, and work closely with external auditors on the annual audit and year-end accounts.
 
In addition, you will support the administration and reporting of restricted funds and grants, work collaboratively with the Fundraising and Office Admin teams on payroll, grant reporting and financial analysis, and contribute to the review and improvement of financial processes while helping to reduce financial and compliance risks across the organisation.
 
To be successful in this role, you will either be fully qualified or working towards an AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent finance qualification. You will bring experience from a similar finance role, preferably within the charity or non-profit sector.
 
You will have an understanding of charity finance and experience supporting with financial reporting of externally funded projects and completing monthly payroll processes. You will have a good working knowledge of SORP and charity accounting standards. You will have strong working knowledge of Sage accounting software and Microsoft Excel. You will be confident in analysing and presenting financial data. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to build strong working relationships. You will also be able to prioritise effectively and manage a busy workload.
 
Desirably, you have experience preparing charity accounts for external audit.
 
The role offers flexible working hours, with the 21–24 hours per week able to be arranged over three, four, or five days.
 
Interviews will be taking place on the Friday 16th January 2026. Please register your application early, to ensure that you do not miss out.

At Prospectus, we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and looking for flexible freelance work in the charity sector? The National Youth Orchestra (NYO) is seeking a self-employed Finance Administrator to support our busy finance function. This remote role is approximately two days (14 hours) per week, ideal for someone with strong administrative skills and a proactive approach. No formal accounting training is required - this opportunity may suit someone at the outset of their finance studies or with relevant administrative experience.

NYO is the UK’s leading organisation empowering teenagers through orchestral music. Each year, we welcome over 10,000 young people from all backgrounds into our national community, providing opportunities to develop confidence, skills, and leadership. As a fundraising charity, NYO processes thousands of individual donations annually, funding ambitious projects and nationwide events. Our finance team manages significant financial administration, including large volumes of invoices from freelancers and suppliers, making this role central to the smooth running of our programmes.

As a Freelance Finance Administrator, you will:

• Manage the finance inbox: log invoices, respond to queries, check receipts, liaise with staff, and enter invoices into Xero accounting software.
• Administer credit card and prepaid card transactions.
• Update fundraising income logs from payment portals.
• Work closely with the Finance Co-ordinator on regular finance processes.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with NYO’s data protection and safeguarding policies.

Hourly rate: £20, invoiced monthly. Flexible remote working. Enhanced DBS check required.

Join NYO and play your part in supporting the next generation of musicians.

Goodman Masson are partnered with an Internationally recognised sports organisation to recruit for an FP&A Analyst. 

This role provides essential support to the CFO and Head of Finance, driving their strategic financial planning initiatives and delivering high-quality business partnering across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and quarterly re-forecasts, and build financial models to project performance.

• Conduct monthly variance analysis of financial results vs. budget/forecast to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

• Collaborate as a strategic partner with department heads to build robust budgets and communicate financial insights clearly.

• Prepare the monthly management pack, manage departmental month-end reporting, and maintain key Balance Sheet controls.

• Drive the enhancement of FP&A processes, tools, and reporting frameworks, including automation efforts.

Essentials:

• Fully Qualified Accountant. 

• Strong Excel skills with excellent financial modelling and forecasting experience.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear insights.

Salary range is £65,000 - £70,000 + Bonus. Excellent Benefits include 10% employer pension contributions and private medical insurance. 

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis therefore please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered.

Job Title: Junior Costs Clerk
Company: Deighton Pierce Glynn
Location: London, UK
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £27,750.00

About Us: At Deighton Pierce Glynn we are committed to empowering our clients to challenge abuses, failures, and other unlawful conduct by the government and those in positions of power. We believe that diversity enhances our ability to provide the best service, attract top talent, and drive innovation through varied perspectives. We recruit based on merit, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

The Role: We are looking for a problem-solving Junior Costs Clerk with a can-do attitude to work with our Billing Team to support our dynamic team of lawyers at our busy London office. You will be responsible for assisting in preparing and submitting legal aid bills, alongside reviewing case files, time records, and disbursements to ensure accurate cost submissions. You will be trained on all aspects of the job depending on experience. This is a varied role that requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to support our team efficiently.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Interest in Our Ethos: A strong interest in our mission to empower clients and challenge unlawful conduct by the Government and those with power.
• Problem-Solving Skills: A love for solving problems and overcoming challenges.
• Prioritization & Attention to Detail: Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and maintain attention to detail.
• Clear Communication: Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly in plain English. Confident, with negotiating skills and tact.
• Organizational & Time Management Skills: Outstanding organizational and time management abilities.
• IT Skills: Proficiency in typing, computer literacy, and the ability to learn our systems, including Office365. In particular an interest in developing proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Numerical Aptitude: An aptitude for numbers and process.

Advantageous but not essential

• Legal Aid: Knowledge and understanding of Legal Aid, Legal Help and other systems of public legal funding.
• Negotiation Skills: Demonstrable experience of putting forth convincing arguments for appeal purposes.
• Case Management: Such as SOS, Leap or demonstrable confidence with navigating comparable systems.

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter through our website, outlining why you feel you are a great candidate for this role, and complete our Equal Opportunities Form.  Please quote job reference 2025/14/LONJCC in the subject line of your email 

Important Dates:

• Closing Date: Continuous recruitment
• Interviews: Suitable candidates will be invited to a skills test and interview

Join us and be part of a team that makes a difference. We look forward to receiving your application!

Job Title: Finance Operations Officer
Location: A short walk from Victoria station
Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week minimum – Hybrid
Contract: Fixed term to 31 July 2026
Responsible to: Senior Financial Accountant
Salary: £30,850 £1,000 London allowance

About Organisation
This mission-driven organisation is dedicated to improving education and training for learners aged 14 and over. They work in partnership with others to deliver professional learning and development for teachers, trainers, and leaders, balancing sector needs with wider priorities to achieve our charitable purpose.

Role purpose
The Finance Operations Officer is responsible for supporting the finance team in transactional processing, financial administration, and providing excellent service to internal and external stakeholders. This role ensures accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, reconciliations, and reporting to support the organisation’s operational and strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities
• Oversee the collection of direct debit payments for subscriptions and status fees, monitoring automated processes for accuracy.
• Raise sales invoices and maintain the sales ledger on the CRM and accounting system.
• Post and reconcile non-automated payments such as BACS, credit card, and expense statements.
• Process purchase invoices and prepare month-end journals.
• Respond to financial queries and arrange refunds where appropriate.
• Carry out reconciliations and analysis, including using generative AI tools for basic checks.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to queries.
• Provide cover for colleagues during absences, including payment runs.
• Maintain effective credit control and support budget holders with transaction processing.
• Any other duties reasonably required to support the role.
Internal / External Contacts
• Membership subscribers and customers
• Auditors (internal and external)
• Bankers and suppliers
• Budget holders

About you
Experience:
• Significant experience in a busy finance department and managing customer/financial queries
• Credit control, raising sales invoices, cash allocation, and reconciliations
• Supporting internal and external audits
• Processing purchase invoices
• Experience with CRM systems and accounting software
• Prioritising workload and meeting tight deadlines

Knowledge & skills:
• Higher or further education qualification
• Strong financial literacy: accounts payable/receivable, journals, reconciliations
• GDPR and data protection knowledge
• IT proficient: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong written and verbal communication
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Solution-focused, adaptable, resilient
This is a hybrid role based in Victoria, London, offering a great opportunity to join a values-driven organisation where every hire contributes to the mission of supporting education and training excellence.

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

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a leading international human rights organisation to appoint a new Head of Finance. This is a full time, permanent vacancy with hybrid working from their London office and remotely. Our client is looking for someone to start ideally at the end of January 2026 and as such may also consider candidates on an interim basis.

The Head of Finance oversees the financial health of the organisation, and will work closely with the Chief Executive, wider Senior Management Team, Fundraising team, and budget holders throughout the organisation. You will monitor the organisational budget and ensure regular and accurate reporting against budget lines to the SMT, staff team and trustees. You will be responsible for preparing all necessary financial papers for the Board and will oversee the work of the Finance team, which is made up of the Finance Manager and the Finance Officer, working collaboratively and supporting them in their roles. Overall, you will monitor the financial functions of the organisation to ensure they run effectively and efficiently.

The successful candidate will bring strong experience of having led a finance function previously from within the charity sector. You will have a strong understanding of charity SORP and will bring excellent people management skills in order to support and mentor the finance team. You will also have demonstrable stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to engage with the wider organisation including budget holders and will be adept at translating finance to non-finance staff members.

To apply please submit your CV only in the first instance. You may then be asked to provide further information as part of the recruitment process.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

Summary

EduSpots is an innovative, dynamic, and community-orientated UK and Ghanaian registered charity which connects, trains, and equips grassroots voluntary educators (named ‘Catalysts’) to drive community-led change through education spaces named ‘Spots’. Our vision is of a world in which communities unite to create the futures they want to see, through education.

Since 2016, through collaborating with over 400 local voluntary community educators and actors – named ‘Catalysts’ – who take a central leadership role in the development of the network, we have supported 50 communities in creating and running community-led and owned education spaces named ‘Spots’’. Together, we are developing a model for a community-led education space with accompanying network engagement that could have global relevance. 

Our Ghana-based team creates collaborative learning opportunities through three leadership programmes for Catalysts which are increasingly facilitated by the EduSpots app: the Ignite, Catalyse and Inspire Mentoring Programmes. These enable the Catalysts to lead EduKidz (early years education), DigLit (digital literacy), EcoSTEM (STEM and environmental education) and Ignite Equity (gender equity) clubs for learners typically aged 3-16, alongside locally designed education projects, reaching over 10,000 learners of all ages annually. 

We are in an exciting period of our development, having more than doubled our income, programme breadth and reach in the last two years, with a recent independent evaluation by Expectation State offering further evidence in support of our model’s outcomes. We have been recently selected for two accelerator programmes, who are supporting us as we consider the scaling potential of our model. In the period, we are aiming to double our network reach, bringing an additional 50 Spots into the network.

We won the Tes International Award in 2018 and the Big Give Supporters’ Choice Award in 2022, and we were recently selected as a finalist for the 2023 Their World Scale-Up Innovation Prize. In 2021, our Founder was a Finalist in the UNESCO-backed $1 million Global Teacher Prize.

We are excited by our future. 

About this role 

The Global Head of Operations is a new role being introduced in 2026 with the core purpose of strengthening systems, processes and strategic delivery across both EduSpots Global and EduSpots Ghana, offering hands-on support to the CEO and wider staff across a range of areas.

In this senior role, you will work closely alongside the CEO, offering her the advice and skills needed to move EduSpots successfully through a complex period of growth in a challenging fundraising context, enabling more learners and Catalysts to participate in a unique community-led model of education, whilst sharing our practice more widely.

We are looking for an organised and empathetic strategic leader, ideally with strong or developing skills across project management, finance, HR and MEL skills and an ability to work independently in a fast moving work environment.

This role has the potential to grow into a Director of Global Operations or Deputy CEO role in time for outstanding candidates, and carries significant organisation-wide responsibility.

Candidates should hold a genuine passion for educational equity, a strong belief in the power of community-led models to transform lives at scale and a high level of flexibility in a fast-changing yet friendly and playful work environment.

Whilst this role is remote, and open to all global candidates, you will need to have understanding and experience of UK law, accounting and policy development, or a strong appetite to build experience in this area quickly.

Main duties and responsibilities 

Systems

• Work with the CEO and staff to proactively strengthen systems and processes across the organisation, including monitoring, evaluation and learning frameworks and operations. 
• Support the wider team with IT, including general skill development, leading the Google Space system. 
• Monitor compliance to organisational policies and lead the quarterly review of the organisational risk register, working with the Ghana Head of Operations. 

Finance 

• Work with the Finance and Admin Officer to produce monthly and quarterly global management accounts, cash flow analysis and to complete the annual audit. 
• Lead the financial planning of the organisation, working with the CEO and the Ghana Head of Operations to create the annual budget. 
• Work with the Ghana Head of Operations to strengthen financial systems, processes, and training across the organisation. 
• Work with the Ghana Head of Operations to prepare budgets for funding bids as needed.
• Work with the grants team to track grant spending and produce consolidated financial reports (including expenditure from the UK and Ghana) for donors. 
• Ensure EduSpots’ new accounting software (QuickBooks) is fully embedded and utilised.
• Oversee bank account management, including payments, checking bank statements, and reviewing bank reconciliations for UK and Ghana.
• Ensure staff payroll (likely to be outsourced) and payments to freelancers / consultants are done accurately and in a timely manner.

HR

• Work alongside the CEO, Head of Operations, Safeguarding and Inclusion Managers  and wider staff to develop strategies to sustain and strengthen a high performing and friendly work culture. 
• Work across the team to strengthen HR and performance management structures, informed by best practice and legal frameworks. 
• Lead the recruitment of staff, consultants and volunteers in the UK (advertising roles, drafting contracts, contacting referees and completing all filing and administration relating to recruitment).
• Onboard new staff, provide training on policies and procedures, and track key information (leave, appraisals, etc) for UK staff. 
• Regularly review and keep the Staff Handbook up to date.
• Depending on skill-set, work with the CEO to lead professional development for staff across the organisation, liaising with trustees and advisory group members.

Administration & Governance

• Manage and maintain databases and our Google Drive system. 
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and adherence to our child safeguarding and protection policy. 
• Maintain insurance renewals, tracking and filing.
• Review and keep up to date all organisational policies in line with current legislation, working with the Trustees and Directors. 
• Assist the CEO in the administration relating to EduSpots’ governance, including board meeting arrangements and minute taking.
• Support the CEO in all ad-hoc tasks that arise, working closely alongside her to ensure the smooth running of the organisation. 

Strategic insight 

• Work closely with the CEO and staff/Catalysts across the organisation to ensure all EduSpots’ decision-making is strategic and in the best interests of the Catalysts, Sparks and Communities we partner with. 

Other areas 

• Depending on experience, you may in time take on management responsibilities for some staff, but this role is principally a systems strengthening and quality improvement role, working closely with the CEO to offer advice and additional capacity. 
• Depending on experience, you may support with grants writing / management and/or community fundraising. Experience of fundraising would be of significant benefit to the organisation in this key leadership role. 

Personal Specification 

Essential 

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience of operations in a small/medium charity context. 
• Self-starter with the ability to hit the ground running and work with minimal supervision with high levels of flexibility.
• Self-motivated, with an ability to motivate and energise others.
• High level strategic understanding, critical thinking and the ability to strengthen systems in a fast-paced high performance environment.
• Excellent communication, both oral and written.
• The ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced, creative and impact-driven culture. 
• Strong administrative skills with a high level of attention to detail. 
• Experience in creating user-friendly tools and processes to support project and quality management.
• Experience using Google Suite, with strong Excel skills.
• Tech savvy – ability to learn new tech tools efficiently.
• Experience coordinating others. 
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills with strong empathy and cultural sensitivity 
• Strong personal alignment with the mission, vision and values of EduSpots. 

Highly desirable 

• Experience supporting charity Boards, and working with external bodies including auditors, tax authorities, and other official bodies is highly desirable.
• Experience complying and strong familiarity with UK charity regulations and requirements.
• Experience preparing budgets and financial reports for donors/grants. 
• Experience of working in a cross-cultural team.
• Experience of working with an international charity would be advantageous. 

Please send a tailored covering letter and CV addressed to the CEO Miss Cat Davison by Wednesday 31st December with a hope to meet shortlisted candidates for a first-round interview in the week starting Monday 12th January. 

This is an exciting role leading our committed policy team leading the fight to end child poverty in the UK. The development and implementation of a UK-wide cross-government child poverty strategy means this is a great time to join CPAG as we look to influence policy makers to adopt our evidence-based policy solutions to child poverty.

We are looking for someone to take a lead role in developing evidence-based policy positions to support CPAG’s influencing and campaigns work. You will have knowledge of political processes and how external organisations can effect change. You will have a track record of producing high quality research and analysis, including policy briefings, on social policy issues. You will have experience of managing a small team and working collaboratively to identify policy issues and develop solutions with colleagues across the organisation, as well as externally.

The postholder will be working in a fast moving, high profile and complex policy environment and will need to balance short term priorities with long term objectives. Current priorities include influencing the implementation of the forthcoming child poverty strategy, gathering and sharing analysis and expertise with the DWP as part of their review of universal credit, and monitoring the development of forthcoming changes to disability benefits.

We welcome applications from individuals with the skills and experience outlined and we can be flexible about working arrangements. We operate a hybrid working system and would be happy to discuss any flexibilities required. CPAG is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion which you can read more about in the job pack.

We welcome applications on a secondment basis.

For more information about this post and to apply download the Head of Policy job pack.

If you have questions or need specific arrangements or reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process, please contact us.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 4th January 2026 (midnight)

Interviews will take place: Tuesday 13th January 2026

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The Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the Programme Finance Officer role is to provide financial and administrative support to ensure effective financial management of programmes and projects implemented in the UK. The postholder supports the Programme Finance Manager with budgeting, expenditure monitoring, and financial reporting, as well as performing key transactional tasks such as reviewing and processing invoices, verifying supporting documentation, preparing payment requests, and reconciling project accounts.

The postholder ensures financial accuracy, compliance with donor and organisational policies, and contributes to the timely delivery of high-quality programme financial information.

Scope and Authority 

•  Acts under the supervision of the Programme Finance Manager and in accordance with organisational financial policies and procedures.

•  Authorised to review and verify programme-related financial documents (e.g. invoices, expense claims, timesheets) for accuracy and compliance prior to submission for approval.

•  May prepare and process payment requests, journal entries, and financial reconciliations, subject to approval by the Programme Finance Manager.

•  Authorised to communicate with internal departments on financial matters within assigned programmes.

•  May represent the finance unit in meetings when delegated by the Programme Finance Manager.

Responsibility for Resources:

Financial Resources

Responsible for accurately processing and monitoring programme financial transactions, including reviewing invoices, expense claims, partner financial reports, and payment requests in line with approved budgets and financial policies. Supports the Programme Finance Manager in ensuring effective use of programme funds and adherence to donor and organisational financial requirements.

Information and Data

Responsible for maintaining accurate, up-to-date financial records, databases, and supporting documentation for all programme activities. Ensures confidentiality and integrity of financial data and compliance with data protection policies.

Human Resources

Responsible for providing financial guidance, training, and support to programme staff and implementing partners but has no direct line management responsibilities.

Key Working Relationships

o  Programme Finance Manager – direct supervisor; receives guidance and provides regular updates on financial matters.

o  Programme Managers – collaborates on budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting.

o  Programme Team – provides support on expense claims, invoices, client expenses, timesheets, chart of accounts and other responsible tasks.

o  Finance Team – works closely on transaction processing, reconciliations, and compliance with organisational financial procedures.

Key Accountabilities

Budgeting and Monitoring (45%)

•  Assist in the preparation of budgets 
•  Processing budgets and reforecasts into the finance system 
•  Prepare monthly Budget vs Actual reports for programme managers to identify under or overspending

Financial Management and Reporting  (25%)

•  Ensure accurate recording, monitoring, and reporting of programme finances by maintaining up-to-date and true financial records 
•  Month-end reconciliations to ensure accuracy within the accounts. 
•  Journal processing 
•  Support the Programme Finance Manager in producing timely and compliant financial reports for both internal and donor requirements.

Transactional Processes, Compliance and Training (20%)

•  To be a finance super-user to support colleagues in areas such as finance system queries, invoice processing, coding and staff expenses
•  Create step-by-step guidance notes 
•  Lead on finance-related staff training to promote compliance with organisational policies and donor regulations. 

General Administrative support (10%)

•  Tracking & disseminating client supplies and managing inventory for vouchers, SIM cards, laptops etc. 
•  Setting up new clients and Community Advisory Board members on Integra with supply chain and processing client reimbursements 
•  Supporting orders of programme supplies such as client and service provider handbook orders

Person Specification

Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications:

•  Accounting knowledge**
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills**
•  Ability to use own initiative
•  Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving skills
•  Advanced Microsoft Excel skills**
•  Excellent attention to detail; data driven
•  Ability to work both independently and with diverse teams in diverse locations**

Experience:

•  Minimum two years’ experience as a Finance Officer, specifically supporting programmes**
•  Experience in assisting with the completion of budgeting, reforecasting and reporting**
•  Experience in processing journals**
•  Experience working on complex excel spreadsheets**
•  Experience in collating and analysing data from systems**