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Accounts Assistant

Location: Head Office, Walton Lodge, Aylesbury
Hours: Part-time 22.5 hours per week.
Salary: £23-25k (FTE) depending on experience
Closing date for applications: 31st January 2026. Please note we will be reviewing applications as they come in. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to provide support to the existing Accounts Payable Assistant and Finance Officers to maintain an efficient and accurate Accounts Payable process. This role has become necessary due to the expanding operations of the Charity, following a recent merger with South Bucks Hospice. With more growth expected longer term, this role has the potential to evolve further for the right candidate.

What will I be doing?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small and friendly team based in Walton Lodge in Aylesbury, helping the Finance Team to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the department.

Assist in all areas of Finance, most predominantly the Accounts Payable process, covering both the charity and retail activities which will include (but not limited to):

• Managing the receipt, authorisation and posting of all invoice payments on to our
  accounting package (SAGE)
• Ensuring the prompt and correct authorisation of invoices, in accordance with the
  authorisation policy; and coded to the correct account codes
• Assisting with the supplier and expense payments
• Liaising with the utility suppliers and keeping meter readings up-to-date
• Managing the intercompany account
• Performing monthly supplier and creditor control account reconciliation
• Assisting with the monthly accruals & prepayment process
• Ensuring all invoices are correctly handled and recorded for VAT purposes
• Managing the debit & credit card payments
• Working closely with the team on achieving a timely month end & the year end accounts
  process
• Assisting the Finance Officer in any other aspect of the month end process

About You

Required Experience/ Qualifications:

• AAT or studying towards an appropriate accountancy qualification, with good technical
  knowledge of book keeping and basic accounting adjustments such as accruals
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills to ensure regular month/year end deadlines are met
• Ability to work as part of a small team as well as independently
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable Experience/Qualifications:

• Familiarity with accounting software, ideally SAGE, and other IT packages (Excel)
• Previous experience working in a finance function within the charity sector, ideally within
  Accounts Payable
• A keen understanding of VAT

About Us

In joining our friendly, busy and ambitious team, you’ll be rewarded with an interesting role, a competitive salary, a supportive culture that encourages a healthy work-life balance.

For You

• Workplace pension – 5% ER contribution (with an option to increase to 6%)
• Employee life assurance – 3 x salary
• Access to a 24/7 online GP and a range of other health and wellbeing services
• 34 days annual leave (FTE) including statutory holidays (increasing by a day a year up to 5 years’ service) -pro rata for part time roles.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave.
• Generous company sick pay allowance
• Membership of the Blue Light scheme, offering a wide range of discounts.

Hybrid & Flexible working

We’ll do everything we can to help you find a healthy work-life balance. Depending on the role people can sometimes work flexible work patterns, from home or part-time. We are always happy to explore options to help your work-life balance.

Employee Assistance Programme

You will have unlimited access to a 24-hour free, confidential telephone helpline. This service gives you free advice on a wide variety of issues such as legal advice, information and where appropriate, face-to-face counselling.

Tea, Coffee & Cake

Free tea, coffee and milk in our offices and shops and, more often than not, superb cakes and bakes from our generous volunteers and supporters.

Free Parking at Head Office

We offer free parking at our Head Office in Aylesbury and we try our best to make arrangements for our retail employees but unfortunately at some town centre locations we cannot offer this.

Keeping you Informed

Regular employee updates and a monthly e-bulletin to ensure employees feel involved, informed and listened to.

Gloucestershire Counselling Service (GCS) is a leading charity dedicated to providing high-quality counselling and mental health support across the county. We are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities.

We are seeking a Management Accountant to join our team and play a key role in ensuring financial integrity and supporting strategic decision-making. This is a new position within GCS, offering an exciting opportunity to shape processes and contribute to the charity’s success.

Key Responsibilities

•       Prepare monthly management accounts and explain variances against budget.
•     Develop reporting processes for accurate and timely departmental reports.
•     Manage balance sheet reconciliations.
•       Support the Head of Finance & Operations with policy and process development.
•     Assist with payroll submissions for 100+ employees and process payroll journals.
•     Contribute to annual budget preparation and audit processes.

About You

 Qualifications: Professional Accountancy Qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA/AAT) or qualified by experience.

 Experience: Minimum 5 years in financial management, budgeting, and reporting (charity sector experience desirable).

Skills: Strong analytical ability, proficiency in Xero and Excel, excellent communication skilss.

Values: Commitment to GCS’s mission and values.

Why Join Us?

•    Flexible hybrid working.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the voluntary sector.
•   Collaborative and supportive team environment.

Location: Camden Head Office/WFH (Hybrid - 2 days in the office)

Salary: £42,978 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 19th January 2026

Closing Time: 00:00am

Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as an Management Accountant at Solace Women's Aid.  

You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.

Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.

About the Service

You will be joining a team of 8 committed and inspiring individuals who are committed to Solaces mission of preventing violence and abuse as well as providing services to meet the needs of survivors of gender-based violence, particularly women and children. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse. We are a looking for friendly and diligent individual to join our services and help us make a difference.

About the Role

The Management Accountant will work closely with the Head of Finance to enhance financial services and provide supportive management accounting at Solace. You will work alongside the Assistant Management Accountants to produce accurate and timely internal and external financial reports. 

The Management Accountant will have line management responsibilities for the two Assistant Management Accountants.

In this role, you will prepare monthly income and expenditure reports for more complex allocated projects and the organisation as a whole, the monthly cashflow, funder reports and lead on the preparation of the budget and half yearly forecasting. You will ensure that management accounts are produced within established deadlines with commentary of financial reporting variances. You you will meet regularly with budget holders and be able to explain the accounts to non-finance colleagues. Provide project terms and financial information to the Director of Finance and Business Support and Head of Finance.

As part of your support to our business development plans you will provide fast responses to requests for support for pricing of new bids, grant applications, tenders and provision of other relevant financial information.

As part of the annual statutory reporting you will assist and support in the preparation of the year-end close and audit.

At all times you will support the Head of Finance to develop a business partnering approach between Finance and the widder organisation.

About You

The successful candidate will be a nearly or fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CCAB) or qualified by experience and desirably with knowledge of charity SORP reporting requirements, with charity experience on multi projects accounting.

Able to produce accurate reporting on timely manner and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Strong team player as well as working independently. Can work with non-finance budget holders with clear communication skills. Have strong knowledge of Excel and of working with finance systems.

What we can offer you

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:

• Flexible working
• Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Employer pension contribution
• Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
• Access to Inclusion Networks
• Daily clinical debriefing
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
• Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings
• Flow & Restore yoga classes
• Meditation sessions
• Cycle to Work Scheme

How to apply

When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:

• Values, Behaviours & Competencies
• Knowledge, Experience and Skills

Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.

This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.

No agencies.

A values-led national organisation is seeking a Finance Business Partner / Management Accountant to provide high-quality financial support, insight and challenge to teams across the organisation, helping to ensure financial sustainability and informed decision-making.

Reporting to a Senior Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with budget holders and operational leads, translating financial information into clear, practical guidance. This is a hands-on role combining robust management accounting with strong relationship-building in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Salary: c.£51,000
Working Pattern: Full-time, permanent
Location: Hybrid, London

Key duties will include:

• Preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts, including analysis against budgets and performance metrics

• Production of financial reports for senior leadership, boards, funders and internal stakeholders

• Business partnering with operational managers to support budget management, forecasting and financial decision-making

• Leading and supporting annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for designated departments

• Providing constructive challenge to budget assumptions and supporting realistic, deliverable financial plans

• Variance analysis, reconciliations and investigation of discrepancies across multiple data sources

• Development and improvement of financial reporting, dashboards and visual tools to improve accessibility of financial information

• Supporting the effective use of financial systems and reporting tools, including training non-finance colleagues

• Contribution to continuous improvement of financial processes, controls and systems

About You

• Strong experience in a finance or business partnering role within a charity, not-for-profit or values-led organisation

• Sound knowledge of UK charity finance, including management accounts, budgeting and forecasting

• Confident communicator, able to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues

• Collaborative and relationship-focused, with a supportive but appropriately challenging approach

• Highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple deadlines

• Aligned with the values and ethos of a mission-driven organisation

Deadline for applications: Thursday 22nd January
Interview process: Tuesday 27th January

For an informal conversation about the role or to learn more, please contact Madeleine at Ivy Rock Partners.

The purpose of this role is to provide management accounting support for the National Theatre and to assist the Management Accountant in providing quality financial reporting to stakeholders. The post-holder will work closely with finance colleagues and key stakeholders providing timely and accurate information.

The successful candidates will have the following:  

• Management accounting experience within either a commercial or not for profit organisation including month end reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis is highly beneficial.

• Excellent numeracy and Microsoft Excel skills.

• The post holder must be studying towards a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or qualified by experience.

• Able to identify potential opportunities to proactively enhance efficiency and/or effectiveness and introduce new ways of working and innovation within own area of work

• Strong Interpersonal skills both face to face and over digital media. Able to clearly present financial information in a simple and understandable form to non-finance stakeholders.

If that sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Wednesday 21st January 2026 at 12 noon

Interim Management Accountant

Location: Egham, Surrey

Working hours: Full-time or Part-time (4 days per week)

Contract Type: Contract - 6 months fixed term

Salary: Circa £40K

• Support a democratic charity serving thousands of student members across multiple commercial operations

• Prepare management accounts using Twinfield/Ezora accounting software with real impact on organisational decision-making

• Establish and document excellent month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations processes

• Make an immediate contribution to a financially responsible organisation managing diverse income streams and reserves strategy

• Develop your charity finance expertise within a values-driven, student-focused organisation

Our client is a students' union - a democratic charity operating as an independent legal entity. They're seeking an experienced Management Accountant on an interim basis to join their finance team in Egham, Surrey. If you're a qualified or part-qualified accountant with proven management accounting experience and the ability to make a quick impact in a charity environment, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

The post is offered on a 4 or 5 day per week basis for a 6 month fixed term contract as the organisation goes through a period of growth and change. The role is offered on a hybrid basis, with at least 50% of the role required to be office based.

Company Overview

Our client is a membership organisation and registered charity dedicated to advancing student education and welfare. Operating independently from the university they serve, they champion student interests through representation, advice services, and a wide range of social, cultural and sporting activities. As a financially responsible charity, they generate income through a university block grant, commercial operations including bars and cafes, and sponsorship opportunities. Every pound generated is reinvested into student services, grants and campus facilities. Their values - student-focused, high quality, trustworthy, inclusive and brave - guide how they operate and the environment they create.

Position Overview

This interim Management Accountant role is central to maintaining the financial health and transparency of a multi-faceted charity operation. You'll assist with, and ultimately prepare accurate management accounts, analyse financial performance across commercial operations, and support budgeting and forecasting activities. Your work directly enables the organisation to make informed decisions, build financial reserves for major improvements, and maintain the trust of their student members, university partners and regulatory bodies including the Charity Commission.

Responsibilities

• Initially assist with, then prepare monthly and period-end management accounts using Twinfield/Ezora accounting software

• Analyse financial data including bar sales, cost of sales and operational performance metrics

• Reconcile accounts across multiple ledgers and cost centres to ensure accuracy

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes to guide organisational financial planning

• Set up and maintain closing procedures to ensure timely financial reporting

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver reports and accounts within agreed deadlines

• Assist with external and internal audit processes, providing supporting documentation

• Ensure all financial processes comply with GDPR and charity regulatory requirements

Requirements

Essential:

• Fully or part-qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent experience

• Proven experience in management accounting roles

• Proficiency in accounting software systems

• Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting

• Strong analytical ability to interpret financial data and identify trends

• Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines and manage multiple priorities

Desirable:

• Experience working in charity or not-for-profit finance

• Familiarity with educational sector or membership organisation finance

• Understanding of GDPR compliance in financial operations

Benefits

• Competitive salary of circa £40K for an interim contract role

• Opportunity to develop specialist charity finance experience

• Exposure to diverse financial operations including commercial trading and grant management

Alongside these benefits, you'll join a supportive, values-driven organisation where transparency and trustworthiness shape how the team operates. You'll work with colleagues committed to student welfare and financial responsibility, in an inclusive environment where your contribution directly strengthens the organisation's ability to serve its members.

How to Apply

Please send your CV by the closing date: 12 noon on Friday 23rd January

About MediCinema

MediCinema is a UK-registered charity dedicated to providing cinema experiences inside hospitals to support the emotional, physical and mental health of NHS patients, their families, and carers. For 25 years, we have brought the power of cinema to hospitals, and in recognition of our impact, MediCinema was honoured with BAFTA’s Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award at the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards.

We build and run fully accessible cinemas within hospitals, screening the latest films at no cost to patients or the NHS. Our services help reduce isolation, stress, and anxiety, enhancing emotional and mental wellbeing while fostering resilience. We support patients of all ages, including dedicated paediatric screenings at several sites.

We have an ambitious goal to establish a MediCinema in every NHS region across the UK, and rely on long-term partnerships with NHS Trusts, Hospital Charities and the corporate sector to sustain and expand our services.

The Role

Reporting to the CEO, this new senior leadership role is central to ensuring MediCinema’s financial sustainability, operational excellence, and people-centred culture. The Director will lead the charity’s finance, HR, and business operational functions, ensuring robust systems, compliance, and strategic alignment with our mission.

This is a hands-on role for a values-driven leader who thrives in a collaborative, purpose-led environment and is passionate about improving patient experiences through innovative service delivery.

This role will be managing external HR and IT consultants and supported by a part time (1 day per week) assistant.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategy

· Participate in strategic and business planning processes, supporting the CEO and trustees to develop the strategic plan

· Serve as a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) contributing to the strategic direction and day to day management of the organisation.

Finance

· Lead the finance function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, and statutory reporting.

· Ensure robust financial controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.

· Manage cashflow, reserves, and risk, supporting strategic financial planning.

· Lead on financial reporting to the Board and relevant committees.

· Oversee payroll, pensions, and financial administration.

· Managing the annual audit process and liaising with auditors

· Liaising with tax specialists on VAT, corporation tax and other matters as required.

· Liaising with the Treasurer on all key financial matters on a quarterly basis

Business Operations

· Ensure efficient delivery of office services and a safe, well-maintained working environment.

· Lead on the IT systems and digital strategy ensuring platforms are secure and support business needs

· Work with the external IT consultant to maintain and evolve the infrastructure, systems and processes in place to align with business needs and industry regulation

· Keep abreast of changes and updates to Data Protection legislation and ensure that staff receive regular training on Data Protection and Cyber security

· Manage contracts, suppliers, and internal processes to ensure value and efficiency.

· Support the commissioning of new MediCinema sites, including project planning and stakeholder engagement.

· Lead on the annual insurance renewal process

HR and People Development

· Lead on strategic workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and talent retention.

· Embed inclusive HR policies and practices aligned with MediCinema’s values.

· Provide support and evolve processes to strengthen employee relations, performance management, and wellbeing.

· Support line managers in developing high-performing, motivated teams.

· Ensure compliance with employment law and HR best practice.

· Work with the external HR consultant on HR admin,including due diligence, onboarding and recruitment.

Governance and Compliance

· Maintain up-to-date policies and procedures across finance, HR, and operations.

· Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and safeguarding requirements.

· Support the CEO and Board with governance processes, reporting, and policy development.

The Person

Experience and Background

We are seeking a strategic leader with experience across finance, operations, and HR — ideally within the UK charity or public health sector. You may have worked in healthcare, education, or social impact organisations, and bring a strong understanding of compliance, governance, and people leadership. Candidates with a relevant background in SMEs may be considered, but will need to demonstrate a commitment to quickly developing the specialist knowledge required by charity regulations and an aptitude for operating within the third sector.

You will be comfortable working in a hands-on, collaborative environment, with a deep respect for MediCinema’s mission and values.

Skills and Qualifications

· Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT)

· Strong understanding of HR, IT, risk management, and governance in small teams

· Proven experience managing budgets, audits, and accounts (Quickbooks experience ideal)

· Excellent project management and strategic planning skills

· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and mentor others

· A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter telling us about your suitability for this role, why it appeals to you and what makes you a strong candidate (no longer than one side of A4). Please note applications will be anonymised.

Closing date for applications: Midday, Friday 30th January 2026 with a view to holding first round interviews in mid February.

We are an equal opportunities employer and an accredited Living Wage Foundation employer.

Citizens Advice Canterbury District is looking for a Finance Manager to join the newly formed Citizens Advice North East Kent. As such you may be required to work from any of these Citizens Advice locations: Swale, Canterbury District and Thanet and remotely, as required.

We are looking for someone who will provide a full financial management service to ensure Citizens Advice North East Kent operates effectively and is compliant with all legal and sector requirements, ensuring that accurate and timely financial information is produced for the Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees.

This is a newly created post within our organisations, established as we undergo significant structural changes and merge our three districts into a single entity. The transition requires dedicated financial expertise; therefore, we are looking to appoint a Finance Manager who will play a key role in supporting and influencing this organisational change. The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the financial monitoring and reporting of our newly formed organisation and ensuring robust financial management throughout the transition and beyond. You will need to ensure the sharing of financial knowledge and reports amongst senior colleagues so that they can understand financial implications of decisions. The post is open to some remote working as well as those able to work in our geographic locations.

About Us

Freeways and Freeways Trust are linked local charities that supports adults with learning disabilities.

Freeways is a highly regarded provider offering a range of social care support services and Freeways Trust owns and manages a portfolio of properties which support the work of Freeways. Both charities are passionate about helping people to become as independent as possible by supporting them to make choices, learn new skills, and make links with their local community.

We provide support for up to 115 people across North Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire in accommodation based services and also individuals in their own homes and a small number of respite placements in South Gloucestershire.

We also run other types of services including community day services, building based day services, hydrotherapy and warm water sessions in our own hydrotherapy pool, support to become self-employed or look for employment, and support living.

The Role

Freeways is looking to recruit a Head of Finance who will   manage a small finance team.

This role is responsible for preparing the monthly management accounts and associated report for both charities: providing high quality financial insight, analysis and advice to support informed decision making.

The Head of Finance is also responsible for ensuring the efficiency, accuracy and compliance of the day-to-day financial activities (including accounts payable, accounts receivable and cashbooks) for both Freeways and Freeways Trust.

This includes responsibility for the integrity and ongoing development of the accounting and payroll systems, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner to enable the production of accurate financial information for the management of both charities. 

You will also deputise and work closely with the Finance Director playing a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of both Freeways and Freeways Trust, responsible for advising on financial strategies that align with the charities’ objectives.

About you

To succeed in this role you will:

• Be a qualified accountant with substantial financial and management accounting experience.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrable experience of leading and engaging with finance and other corporate functions to develop a mature and rounded service.
•  Have an excellent understanding of financial and management accounting processes, financial reporting and audit planning as well as being adept at managing both your own and your team’s priorities.
• Be a strong leader able to communicate well with your peers and teams members and have resilience to adapt quickly to changing priorities and demands from internal and external stakeholders.
• Enjoy using technology to make processes simpler and more efficient.

In return for your hard work and dedication you will enjoy a wide variety of benefits including:

• 35 days (pro-rata) annual leave entitlement (including public holidays)
• Company sick pay
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance cover of twice your annual salary (subject to rules of the scheme)
• Free parking on site
• Family-friendly/work-life balance policies
• Free DBS check every 3 years
• Occupational health provision
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24-hour access to a counselling and legal helpline

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and Adult Barred List check.

ESPE is Europe's leading and largest charity focused on improving the clinical care of children and adolescents with endocrine conditions.  We aim for excellence in clinical care, research and education through innovation, collaboration and technology. Our charity is growing its membership and activities at pace, and we are now searching for a Finance Manager who will be the first member of the permanent staff team who is a qualified accountant. 

The Finance Manager role will make a significant difference to how we manage our finances, at an operational and strategic planning level.  We are looking for an individual who is excited by the prospect of transforming our financial governance and management. 

Role overview:

The Finance Manager will work closely with the CEO, Treasurer, and bookkeeper to manage daily financial functions, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive financial performance - including budgeting and forecasting. 

• Contract and working conditions: This is a fixed-term role (initially 18 months) which we envisage will transition to a permanent position. Hours will initially be 17.5 hours per week with remote and flexible working arrangements. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be based in the UK.

• Strategic responsibilities: The Finance Manager will support financial target delivery, ensure robust financial systems, and align financial processes with organisational growth and strategy. 

• Operational duties: Responsibilities include preparation of management accounts and all financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, grant management, VAT and tax compliance, audit support, and process improvements. The role also involves liaising with external suppliers and stakeholders and overseeing payroll and pension scheme implementation and management.

• Governance and compliance: The Finance Manager will ensure adherence to the requirements of the Companies Act, Charities Act, and HMRC regulations, ensuring we prepare and submit our statutory accounts on time.  You will coordinate the annual audit, review internal controls, and report financial risks to the ESPE leadership.

• Leadership and collaboration: The role includes providing financial guidance to coordinators and teams to support informed decision-making. 

• Required experience and skills: Candidates must be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/AAT/ICAEW) with at least three years experience in financial or management accounting, preferably in a professional body or learned society. Proficiency in accounting software, and having significant knowledge and understanding of VAT (ideally across Europe), analytical skills, communication, and project management skills are essential. 

• Personal attributes: The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, resilience, collaborative skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, and alignment with ESPE’s mission. You should be proactive, enjoy challenge, be capable of working under pressure, and skilled in influencing and strategic thinking. Must be willing to travel to Europe as required (2-4 times per annum).

Benefits:

• 30 days annual leave, plus UK Bank Holidays
• Flexible working
• Matched pension scheme (up to 7% of salary) 
• Employee assistance programme
• European travel

First interview date: 20th February, online.

Our partner, a respected international NGO seeks an experienced Project Finance Manager to provide financial support to a multi-year, multi-million dollar contract being delivered in Guatemala and Honduras.

The Project Finance Manager is responsible for the financial management of the contract within Guatemala and Honduras. The primary aim is to ensure the project team can react to the requests from the project manager to deliver high quality financial reports, underlying assumption narrative or reforecasts within the required timeframe, both internally and externally.

Job Responsibilities:

· Prepare project budgets in line with donor requirements

· Monitor project budgets and conduct regular budget reviews to ensure the project stays within budget

· Monitor expenditure variances and communicate any developing significant variances with the wider project team

· Prepare regular financial reports and statements for project stakeholders

· Manage and oversee all financial transactions related to the project

· Ensue operational plans are reflected in the budget and forecasts / spend out plans

· Track project-related procurement and advise the project manager on procurement related issues

· Monitor expenditure against income to feed into the cash drawdown process

Requirements:

· QBE or a professional or part qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA equiv. )

· Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

· Exceptional organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

· Strong numeracy and IT skills essential, and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

· Fluent in written and spoken English

· Experience developing and monitoring budgets.

Desirable:

· Experience using ERP planning systems

· Working level Spanish, or a willingness to engage in a fast track language program

The package will include secure accommodation and incountry allowance, alongside excellent R&R benefits and support.

Join Quartet Community Foundation’s small, supportive finance team to provide additional capacity as our Head of Finance returns from absence. You’ll work closely with the Head of Finance and CEO to deliver accurate, timely financial reporting and help modernize our systems.

Key Responsibilities:

· Produce monthly management accounts and board reports.

· Ensure investment income is integrated into financial updates.

· Support improvements to financial systems and reporting for clarity.

· Collaborate on efficiencies and make data accessible to non-finance stakeholders.

About You:

· Qualified accountant with charity finance experience.

· Skilled in fund accounting, Excel, and financial systems.

· Able to present complex information clearly and meet deadlines.

Benefits:

Pension (6% employer), health benefits, EAP, Cycle to Work, 29 days holiday + public holidays, flexible working.

Responsible for: Leading on the charity’s management accounting and financial reporting

Hours: Part time, 3 days per week

Reports to:  Business & Finance Manager

Role overview

City of Trees is looking for an experienced charity accountant to strengthen our internal finance function and provide high-quality financial insight to our senior management team and board of trustees.

City of Trees Trust is a fast-growing environmental charity working to plant trees, restore woodland, and create greener, healthier communities. Now in its third year, with a turnover exceeding £4 million, the organisation is entering an exciting new phase of expansion. Our work is funded through a diverse mix of grants, corporate donations, and contracted delivery projects.

This newly created role will lead on the charity’s management accounting and financial reporting; including preparing monthly management accounts, providing restricted fund analysis, budgeting and monitoring, support strategic decision-making, and ensure strong financial control.

About City of Trees

We are City of Trees, the Community Forest for Greater Manchester and registered charity. We plant trees, we look after trees, we promote a culture of trees. We plant trees for people; to create better, greener places; to boost health and wellbeing; to enhance green skills; and to tackle the climate and biodiversity emergency. We’re rooted here in Greater Manchester, the place we live and work. We are proud to call Greater Manchester home and are passionate about making our region even better, one tree at a time.

Benefits

• Flexi-time
• 25 days paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Training and development opportunities
• Employer match up to 8% contribution pension scheme after 3-months service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Comprehensive health & wellbeing package

Key duties and responsibilities:

Management Accounting & Reporting

• Produce timely, accurate monthly management accounts using QuickBooks.
• Prepare detailed restricted and unrestricted fund analysis.
• Provide variance analysis and commentary to the Management Team and Trustees.
• Prepare and present quarterly finance reports for the Board of Trustees and relevant sub-committees.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cashflow

• Work with the Senior Management Team and Business & Finance Manager on the annual budgeting cycle across departments.
• Prepare updated forecasts throughout the year.
• Maintain monthly cashflow forecasts and advise on cash requirements.
• Support budget managers in understanding project budgets and financial performance.

Financial Controls & Compliance

• Support the Business & Finance Team with day-to-day financial processing.
• Work with the Business & Finance Team to review and develop financial policies, procedures, and internal controls (existing framework in place).
• Ensure accounting records comply with charity-specific requirements (SORP, fund accounting, restricted funds, VAT).
• Support the preparation of year-end accounts and audit information for the external accountant and auditor.

Operational Finance

• Lead on reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, including grant and project balances.
• Monitor grant expenditure against funding agreements and ensure accurate allocation to restricted funds.
• Liaise with operational teams on project financials and contract delivery.
• Support Business & Finance Team with monthly payroll process.

Year-End & External Reporting

• Prepare year-end working papers and accounts for submission to the external accountant and auditor.
• Assist with queries from auditors and funders.
• Support preparation of financial information for grant applications and reports.

General

• To support the senior management team and build strong relationships with managers and wider members of the team.
• Monitor and implement general statutory requirements e.g. risk assessments, Health & Safety, data protection and GDPR.
• Perform any other duties, as required, in line with expectation within organisational framework.

Person Specification

Essential

• Strong experience working in a charity finance environment, including restricted fund accounting
• Part or fully CIMA, ACA or ACCA qualified
• Using Quickbooks or other financial management software and standard MS Office applications
• Strong management accounting skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues
• Experience preparing and presenting budgets, forecasts, and cashflow models
• Understanding of charity compliance, SORP, VAT and grant funding
• Ability to process and analyse information with detail and care
• Preparing audit support schedules and liaising with external accountants and auditors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, proactive and approachable.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Highly organised
• Commitment to work with integrity and discretion when dealing with confidential information
• Willing to manage a diverse and busy workload
• A positive, proactive, flexible attitude

Desirable

• Developing and implementing finance process improvements

Additional information

How to apply: Should you be interested in this role, please submit a full CV and covering letter detailing your relevant skills and experience.

The closing date for this advertisement is 3rd February 2026 with interviews expected to be held on at our Trafford Park office on 10th February 2026

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

About Us

Freeways and Freeways Trust are linked local charities that supports adults with learning disabilities.

Freeways is a highly regarded provider offering a range of social care support services and Freeways Trust owns and manages a portfolio of properties which support the work of Freeways. Both charities are passionate about helping people to become as independent as possible by supporting them to make choices, learn new skills, and make links with their local community.

About the Role

The Finance Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of both Freeways and Freeways Trust and will be responsible for developing  and delivering financial strategies that align with the charities' objectives while maintaining financial sustainability. This position also involves overseeing financial management, ensuring compliance and leading the finance team to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership and Financial Planning: Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to set strategic direction and develop financial strategies and budgets.  Develop the financial strategy and five-year budget plan, including capital investment plans and cashflow forecasts that align with strategic priorities and operational plans.

• Financial Management and Control: Oversee finance operations, ensure timely reporting, and lead the annual audit process.  Maintain, review, and update internal financial controls across the finance function, identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks. Be responsible for the review and audit of financial processes across the organisation including for the people we support.

• Organisational Performance: Manage budget-setting and performance tracking, providing insightful analysis to stakeholders. 
• Governance: Act as Company Secretary, ensuring compliance with charity law and maintaining essential records with the Charity Commission and Companies House.
• Leadership, Management and Culture: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and lead the finance team to achieve operational excellence and foster a positive organisational culture.

About You

You will be a qualified and experienced finance professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to improving financial processes. Your strategic thinking and exceptional communication skills will allow you to explain complex financial information to various audiences and help them understand the impact on the wider charity and the potential future options. You will also possess a solid understanding of financial management, compliance, and governance, along with the ability to lead and develop a team.

Benefits

• 35 days (pro-rata) annual leave entitlement (including public holidays)
• Company sick pay
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance cover of twice your annual salary (subject to rules of the scheme)
• Free parking on site
• Family-friendly/work-life balance policies
• Free DBS check every 3 years
• Occupational health provision
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24-hour access to a counselling and legal helpline

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and Adult Barred List check.