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The role is suitable for someone with ideally at least 3 years experience with strong all-round knowledge and accuracy, particularly in month-end processes, bookkeeping (including oversight of accounts payable and receivable processes), ledger experience (ideally Xero), the experience of management accounts, cash flow, VAT, audit processes, gift aid.
Charity and/or Cultural Sector experience a distinct advantage, as is the demonstrable ability to identify opportunities to improve efficiency of processes and implement them as appropriate
Essential Skills
- Ideally a minimum of 3 years' experience of working in a financial accounting role
- Holds a professional finance qualification, part-qualified, or qualified by experience but also currently training to obtaining a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Experience of:
- the key areas of accounting processes and systems, including management accounts, trial balance and nominal ledger, purchase and sales ledgers, banking and cash management, balance sheet, VAT, payroll, budgeting and monitoring
- working for a charity or charity accounting
- Strong level of IT skills:
- familiar with Microsoft Office
- proficient in Microsoft Excel for Accounting (SUMIF, LOOKUP, Pivot tables)
- practical working knowledge of accounting software packages (ideally Xero)
- Excellent attention to detail with high level of numeracy and accuracy, whilst working at a fast pace
- Ability to resolve problems using own initiative and an eye for financial opportunities
- Strong organisational skills and able to work independently, manage and prioritising a busy and varied personal workload, often working to challenging deadlines
- Has a "continuous improvement" mind set, questioning processes and investigating better ways of working within the role
- Highly self motivated, with the willingness to get more involved as time will allow
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information to non-financial colleagues
- Enthusiasm for team building and strong working relationships
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present numbers
- A team player with a flexible, "can do" attitude, taking initiative to solve problems
BENEFITS
- 27 days annual leave per annum plus Bank Holidays (This is inclusive of the mandatory closure period between Christmas and New Year)
- Staff Discounts in the Café, Museum Shop & Museum
- Pensions Auto Enrolment
About Us:
The Garden Museum in London is Britain's only museum of the art, history and design of gardens. In addition to the museum, the charity has a café and shop, is a venue destination and a key partner in local and other garden projects. The charity has a total income of c.£3.9m and a team which consists of c33 permanent employees, and a number of casual workers and volunteers - whose contributions are key to our success
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Main objectives:
- To ensure an efficient and effective finance function
- To deliver effective daily financial operations and controls and the provision of quality reporting to help accurately manage the financial activities of the organisation
- To provide guidance to staff on financial policy and procedure
- To provide support to the part-time FD and implement any new directives for the Finance function, as instructed
Summary of duties:
The provision of accurate and timely business support and analysis, including:
- Responsible for the ongoing day-to-day running of the company’s financial systems, primarily on Xero accounting software and Excel.
- Management of month-end process ensuring all procedures are completed including bank reconciliations.
- Support departments in finance reports in liaison with department contacts, discuss/resolve any variances.
- Delivering other ad hoc reporting and analysis for all departments as required
- Ad hoc financial guidance and input for departments as required, ensuring a high level of responsiveness and assistance, particularly for larger one-off projects.
- Develop, review and document all financial systems and procedures and keep information and processes up to date, (Soldo Card, approval & posting of purchase invoices)
- Balance sheet – posting and reconciling all the balance sheet accounts including the processing of prepayments, deferrals and accruals as required
- Building and maintaining excellent relationships and levels of customer service across the GM
- Supporting the part-time Director of Finance in the development of the finance system in relation to management reporting and analysis
- Assisting in maintaining and improving our internal controls and processes as the finance function continues to grow
- Work with external partner to ensure that the annual accounts are provided in a timely manner
- Ensure annual Gift Aid claims are completed and processed in a timely manner
- Manage the accounts payable process and ensure all invoices are posted correctly, and paid in line with company policy.
- Oversee the accounts receivable process and ensure all sales invoices are posted correctly.
- Review debtors weekly and take action to ensure invoices are settled in good time.
- Review and resolve any issues with monthly bank reconciliations.
- Prepare management accounts, cashflow and other papers, as required.
- Monthly Payroll: To ensure:
- correct posting and reporting, so as to enable Finance Director review and authorisation for payment;
- all PAYE and pension contributions are submitted and paid on time
- effective interaction with the HR manager who prepares and manages the monthly payroll and the company auto-enrolment pension scheme)
- Compilation and submission of monthly payroll to external payroll provider including staff salaries, reviewed by the Finance Director.
- Support in monitoring and to ensure the company’s compliance with financial and finance-related regulations including tax, VAT, accounting regulations, Charity Commission, Companies' House (including SORP, SOFA) and Charities Act.
· Responsible for ensuring that all transactional processing happens efficiently and effectively.
· Manage and maintain the fixed assets register ensuring the company has accurate and relevant information on all assets.
General responsibilities:
- Participate in staff meetings and appropriate working groups
- Carry out any other reasonable duties, in line with role requirements or as instructed by your line manager
- Follow organisational policies and practices.
Reports to: The part-time Finance Director
Recruitment process: We regret that we are unable to respond to all applicants, you will only hear from us if we wish to invite you to an interview
(Applicant Interviews will be scheduled for Tues, 28th October)
Equal Opportunities
The Garden Museum aims to be an inclusive organisation where everyone is treated with respect and dignity, and where there is equal opportunity for all. The Garden Museum respects and values diverse characteristics. We are committed to positively engaging and celebrating the differences between our diverse staff and users, to enabling us to achieve our aims within the organisation and the external community.
In your covering letter please outlinine your skills and experience in relation to the job description
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Location: Hybrid working - Part London office-based and part home working. The post holder will work a minimum of one day a week in the office.
Salary: £35,225 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Closing date: Tuesday 28 October 202510.00am
Interview date: Tuesday 4 November on Teams. Please note that there may be a second stage in person on Friday 7 November.
This is a permanent role.
Please note that we reserve the right to hold interviews earlier so please apply as soon as possible.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised individual to join our growing Individual Giving Team as a Senior Individual Giving Officer. You will work on creating our Individual Giving appeals, writing compelling communications which will inspire and drive income. You should have experience of working in a charity environment, and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously to tight deadlines and budgets.
Experience required
You’ll have previous experience of:
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Managing direct marketing campaigns in a charity environment.
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Leading projects from start to finish within given budgets and timescales.
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Creating compelling and professional communications for a variety of audiences and channels.
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Analysing campaign results and using insight to optimise future campaigns.
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Collaborative working with multiple internal and external partners to deliver campaigns.
About Breakthrough T1D
Breakthrough T1D is the world’s leading charitable research funder into type 1 diabetes, improving lives until we find the cure. We are dedicated to our 400,000 strong type 1 community in the UK and work closely with our international affiliates across the world, including the US, Canada and Australia.
You will find a vibrant atmosphere and spirited team at Breakthrough T1D, always striving to make a difference to people living with type 1.
Employee benefits
As an employer we offer:
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Hybrid working arrangements
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Flexible working and will consider compressed hours
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Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days per year plus bank holidays for full-time staff with leave increasing after three and five years’ service
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Health cash plan that allows you to claim for some treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy treatment
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Season ticket and cycle loan
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Pension scheme
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Family-friendly policies – maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave at enhanced rates
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Personalised training to suit your career aspirations and professional development
Breakthrough T1D is an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
Improving lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent, and, ultimately, cure T1D and its complications
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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o you want to use your research skills to drive social change?
At HCT, we’re showing how lived experience can transform public health. With almost 500 staff and volunteers working across every NHS area and prison in England — and in parts of Scotland and Wales — we connect some of the most marginalised communities to the services that too often miss them.
We’re now seeking a Research & Impact Manager to lead a programme that places inclusion, impact and lived experience at the heart of research. You’ll shape and deliver studies that improve understanding, influence local and national policy, and demonstrate how peer-led approaches can achieve real health equity.
About the role
As Research & Impact Manager, you’ll take day-to-day leadership of our research and evaluation programmes.
You’ll manage and develop our incredible team of peer researchers, supervise our Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate with the University of Essex, and build partnerships across academia, government, the NHS, and the voluntary sector.
You’ll also design and deliver evaluations of our programmes, help evidence how lived experience-led services can improve equity in health and care, and support funding bids and grant applications, and the dissemination of impactful research.
About you
You’ll bring both strategic insight and hands-on research skills, ideally with a strong qualitative background. You’ll be comfortable working across academic, policy, and lived experience settings — and you’ll share our deep commitment to social justice and inclusion health.
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about peer research and the power of lived experience
- Skilled in designing and delivering research and evaluation projects
- Collaborative and relationship-focused, with experience across academia, the NHS or the voluntary sector
- Able to mentor and empower others, including peer researchers and research colleagues
- A clear communicator who can translate research into impact
Registered Charity
51 - 100
The Hepatitis C Trust is a charity dedicated to eliminating hepatitis C in the UK by 2030.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our Client is an astounding group of professionals who believe that people's sight matters. They have ambitious growth plans to increase the investment they are able to make in life changing eye health by supporting the work of Moorfields Eye Hospital and its academic partner UCL and funding innovative research, equipment, patient care and training through the delivery of innovative programmes of fundraising work. The team is looking to appoint a Development assistant, and Prospectus is leading the search.
Development assistant
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Permanent
Hybrid
£27,007 - £29,191 per annum
The Development assistant will play a vital role in supporting the charity's ambitious fundraising programme at a pivotal time of growth and transformation. Working closely with the Director of development and communications and the wider philanthropy team, the postholder will manage varied responsibilities, including providing administrative support, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations and contributing to key projects supporting the delivery of high-quality supporter stewardship and major fundraising initiatives.
The successful candidate will bring excellent organisational and project management skills, the ability to prioritise effectively, and confidence in building relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. You will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and demonstrable experience working to deadlines in a busy environment. While previous experience in a charity, fundraising, or membership organisation is desirable, what matters most is your enthusiasm, initiative, and commitment to the charity's mission.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills and experience with a friendly, collaborative, and ambitious team raising vital funds for transformational work in eye health.
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. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at .
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
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Build Up is a youth-led charity that designs and builds public spaces, supporting young people aged 10-23 years old to shape their local area. We’re looking for a Head of Income Generation to drive our fundraising strategy and secure significant investment for our youth-led projects.
The Role
You’ll shape priorities, diversify income, and build lasting funder relationships – while writing compelling bids that win investment. With consultancy support on communications and evaluation, you’ll have the tools to make a powerful case for our work. We are a small, agile organisation capable of delivering big change - this is a new role in our team and combines big-picture strategy, innovation and hands-on delivery.
Who You Are
You’ll have a proven track record in leading fundraising strategy, securing charitable investment and writing successful grants. Alongside trusts and foundations, you’ll bring experience across other income streams (like corporates or major donors). You’ll balance strategy with delivery, thrive under pressure, and be excited by the chance to fund young people’s ideas. Because our model is unique, we need someone who can turn our distinctive approach into clear, inspiring narratives that unlock new opportunities.
About Build Up
Build Up is a London based award-winning youth-led construction charity. Since 2014, we’ve supported young people (10–23) to gain the skills, confidence and connections they need to thrive. On our projects, young people don’t just take part – they lead. With professional support, they design and build permanent public spaces that transform their communities.
Our approach is unique – and it works. Young people gain skills, confidence and power over decisions that affect them, while local communities benefit from safer, more inclusive spaces designed by and for local people.
Why Join Us
At Build Up, your work has a visible, lasting and personal impact. You’ll lead strategy, enjoy flexibility and support, and join a small, passionate team where your ideas genuinely shape the organisation’s future.
Key Details
Salary: £47,008 – £52,090 (pro rata, depending on experience) + 8% employer pension contribution
Part-time (3 days / 22.5 hrs per week)
Location: Hybrid – at least 1 day per week in our Elephant & Castle office
Contract: 2 years (with potential to extend)
Start date: January 2026 (flexible)
To Apply
For more information and to apply, please view our website.
Applications close 2nd November 2025.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
Build Up runs practical construction projects across London, supporting young people aged 10-23 years old to shape their local area.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Goodman Masson are exclusively partnered with a mission driven financial institution to recruit for a Financial Controller on a Maternity cover. This will be a fixed term role for a minimum of 12 months.
This innovative organisation are seeking a high-performing Financial Controller to be a key leadership figure within their London-based Finance team. Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, you will take on a broad remit, overseeing and managing the financial operations, accounting, and treasury functions. You will drive continuous improvement, enhance controls, and develop the finance team in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and develop a high-performing team of finance professionals.
Manage month-end processes and deliver robust financial reporting to a high standard.
Deliver quarterly management accounts and annual statutory accounts (IFRS/FRS 102).
Lead the audit process and be the main point of contact for tax advisors.
- Present reports to senior leadership, including Board of Directors and Audit Committees.
Manage the treasury function and support the management of liquidity risk.
Own the financial controls and support the CFO on efficiency initiatives.
Essentials:
Formal accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with a degree or equivalent education.
Proven experience in a hands-on Financial Controller or senior Finance Manager role in a small-to-medium business, ideally within financial services or development finance.
Excellent technical IFRS ability for financial and statutory reporting.
Demonstrable experience leading and mentoring a finance team.
Desirables:
Audit firm background (Big 4 or similar)
Familiarity and experience with IFRS 9.
Experience in using Microsoft Business Central.
Salary range is £80,000 - £90,000 depending on experience + 10% Employer pension contributions & private medical insurance.
Central London based with hybrid working available. Minimum of 2 days per week in the office.
Candidates will need to be available to start the contract from around mid November.
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, therefore please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered.
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Join Samaritans and help shape the digital experience that supports millions.
We’re looking for a Website Manager to lead the development and delivery of Samaritans’ websites, ensuring they are engaging, accessible, and impactful. This is a pivotal role in our Brand, Content and Digital Engagement team, where you’ll lead on digital excellence and work with external partners to grow our reach and improve user journeys.
Contract
- £40,000 - £42,000 per annum plus benefits
- Full Time (35hrs per week)
- Permanent
- Hybrid – Linked to Ewell (Surrey) office with flexibility to work from home
- We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences
What you’ll do
- Lead and develop a high-performing Web team
- Oversee website content strategy and functionality improvements
- Manage digital aspects of major campaigns and projects
- Own and optimise our digital ecosystem, including third-party platforms
- Drive SEO, PPC and content opportunities to increase reach and conversions
- Champion digital best practice and support internal teams to upskill
- Use data and analytics to inform decisions and improve performance
What you’ll bring
- Strong editorial judgement and digital marketing expertise
- Experience managing web development and content workflows (Agile experience desirable)
- Proficiency with CMS platforms (Wagtail experience a plus)
- Proven leadership and team management skills
- A data-driven mindset and understanding of user experience principles
- Knowledge of digital legislation, standards and trends
- Excellent communication skills and emotional resilience
See the full job description and person specification for further information.
Why Samaritans?
At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.
We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.
You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.
For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this.
We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.
Apply now
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You’ll be asked to upload your CV and cover letter. Please ensure your cover letter details how you meet the essential skills and experience.
We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.
Applications close: 20th October 2025 at 09:00am
Interviews: w/c 3rd November 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Finance Business Partner
Salary £46,000 - £51,000 per annum (dependant upon skills and experience)
Location Remote - Travel to Whitby, Croft, Malton and Middlesbrough will be required on a monthly basis
Purpose:
As a Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with the directorates, department heads and regional budget holders (supporting multiple sites), ensuring the delivery of full and effective financial service.
The role is one of decision support: providing, analysing and interpreting management information to influence decision making and to deliver service improvements and efficiencies
Partner with the directors and regional budget holders providing insight and understanding to ensure the Trust meets its financial objectives.
Regularly spend time in our communities, working with our budget holders to understand and drive performance.
Location & Travel:
Remote.
The role is mainly remote (home-based); however, you will be expected to regularly attend our Northern communities – Botton Village near Whitby, Croft in Malton and Larchfield in Middlesbrough.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Key responsibilities include:
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Ownership of budget and forecasting process for your community/ directorate /depts operations.
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Working as a team with the other Finance Business Partners, ensure a timely process and a high level of accuracy and engagement.
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Compilation of the monthly management accounts, including KPI’s and explanations for major variances to budget.
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Build and manage relationships and network productively.
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Working with budget holders to provide insight and challenge the performance of operations identifying trends and opportunities for improved financial performance.
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Responsible for all journal entries into the accounting system for the directorates, and departments they support e.g., accruals, prepayments etc.
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Ensuring best practices is adhered at the communities and with budget holders so that they are compliant with organisation financial procedures.
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Provision of support and guidance to operational staff to assist them in effective use of the Trust financial systems.
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Monthly review of rotas, payroll, and commissioned income to identify any issues of overstaffing or commissioned rates.
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Responsible for the Annual income review for any uplifts including annual housing rental review.
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Ensuring sales invoicing is undertaken on a timely basis by the Assistant Finance Business Partner (as and when required).
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Reconciliation of the Income proof in totals.
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Effective credit control, to ensure receipts are received on a timely basis.
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Work closely with the Financial Controller to ensure all financial returns are completed and submitted Centrally on a timely basis e.g. weekly banking’s, year-end accounts etc.
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Maintain a regular stock take and stock valuation process.
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Responsible for review of relevant community expense (nominal) codes, ensuring income and expenditure is coded appropriately.
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Line management of Assistant Finance Business Partner.
General:
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To comply with the Trust’s Policies and Procedures, including Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity and Data Protection.
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To comply with the statutory provisions of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
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Employees must look after their own health, safety and welfare and be mindful of other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Employees must co-operate and comply with management instructions regarding Health and Safety issues and report all accidents, incidents and problems as soon as practicable to their manager or other senior members of staff where necessary.
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To ensure that confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times.
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To attend and participate in Team Meetings, 1-2-1 Supervision sessions and other meetings as required in line with the post.
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To undertake any other duties which are consistent with this post, as directed by line management.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of the department.
Person Specification:
Essential:
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A recognised accountancy qualification - ACA /ACCA/CIMA qualified, finalist or part qualified, or QBE.
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Minimum 2 years in a similar senior finance role with a strong background in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting within the charity sector.
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Strategic knowledge and experience of finance and business planning
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Proven experience of supporting business performance management and reporting processes.
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Proven experience of business partnering and/or working closely with non-financial colleagues at varying levels of seniority.
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Experience of preparation of management accounts and multi operational reporting.
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Knowledge & understanding of internal controls& core accounting systems and processes.
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Ability to interact with non-financial business partners is key i.e. Operations, interpreting complex financial information, positions/ situations articulately.
Desirable:
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Degree in finance or accounting.
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Previous experience in an accounting role in the Charity or Housing Sectors.
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Iplicit accounting system in a multi cost centre environment.
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Experience/understanding of VAT partial exemption.
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Knowledge of Fixed Assets and Accounting for Capital expenditure projects.
Our client is an equal opportunity employer.
The Organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant pre-employment checks including a DBS check.
They reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
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Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations
- Oversee and lead core operational finance functions, including accounts payable, income processing, and cash (treasury) management
- Monitor emerging issues and support in the delivery of ongoing improvements to the organisation’s financial systems, controls, procedures, and financial reporting
- Oversee and lead the month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations and journal postings
- Provide support in the preparation of the monthly financial reports for the Executive Team, Board of Trustees and other key stakeholders
- Prepare the year end statutory financial statements and notes in line with Charity SORP requirements
- Support with gift aid and information required by the auditors and regulators (Charity Commission, Companies House, HMRC, etc)
Team Leasership and Management
- Lead and manage the operational Finance Team with the day-to-day activities, month end processes, and year-end close, to a high standard of quality
- Manage and undertake performance providing guidance, support, and mentorship and continuous feedback
- Oversee the recruitment, training, mentoring and development of new team members
Stakeholder Engagement
- Supporting the Directors, Head of Finance, and other budget holders with understanding their financial results
- Maintaining excellent relationships with our bankers, auditors, and third-party software providers
- Working closely with McDonald's finance teams to ensure that key financial processes and transactions between the teams are carried out effectively
Finance System
- Provide ongoing support with the implementation and user training of the new finance system (Xledger) and ensure that the finance system is continuously improved to meet the operational needs of the Charity
- Supporting the decision-making process to be more data-driven driving efficiency, not least by effectively embedding and maximising the capabilities of the new finance system
- Manage the data integrity, user access, financial workflows, and administration of the new finance system
Skills & Knowledge
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy
- Highly organised and able to work under pressure to meet conflicting priorities
- Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills to build strong relationships with stakeholders across the charity, acting as an effective collaborator
- Confident with the desire to work in a dynamic environment
- Advanced Excel skills for analytical tasks
- Experienced in performance management, team motivation, and building high-performing finance teams.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Goodman Masson are exclusively partnered with a mission driven financial institution to recruit for a Financial Controller on a Maternity cover. This will be a fixed term role for a minimum of 12 months.
This innovative organisation are seeking a high-performing Financial Controller to be a key leadership figure within their London-based Finance team. Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, you will take on a broad remit, overseeing and managing the financial operations, accounting, and treasury functions. You will drive continuous improvement, enhance controls, and develop the finance team in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and develop a high-performing team of finance professionals.
Manage month-end processes and deliver robust financial reporting to a high standard.
Deliver quarterly management accounts and annual statutory accounts (IFRS/FRS 102).
Lead the audit process and be the main point of contact for tax advisors.
- Present reports to senior leadership, including Board of Directors and Audit Committees.
Manage the treasury function and support the management of liquidity risk.
Own the financial controls and support the CFO on efficiency initiatives.
Essentials:
Formal accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with a degree or equivalent education.
Proven experience in a hands-on Financial Controller or senior Finance Manager role in a small-to-medium business, ideally within financial services or development finance.
Excellent technical IFRS ability for financial and statutory reporting.
Demonstrable experience leading and mentoring a finance team.
Desirables:
Audit firm background (Big 4 or similar)
Familiarity and experience with IFRS 9.
Experience in using Microsoft Business Central.
Salary range is £80,000 - £85,000 depending on experience + 10% Employer pension contributions & private medical insurance.
Central London based with hybrid working available. Minimum of 2 days per week in the office.
Candidates will need to be available to start the contract from around mid November.
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, therefore please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Part time Personal Assistant- (28 hrs a week, Sustainability Charity, once a week into the London office)
The Organisation
Our client is a purpose-driven organisation that works at the forefront of responsible investment. Through research, campaigns and investor engagement, they seek to drive long-term positive outcomes across the financial system. They support a range of initiatives focused on social and environmental impact, with a dynamic and collaborative team culture.
The Role
An experienced and highly organised Personal Assistant is sought to provide proactive support to three members of the senior Leadership Team. This is a critical role that will enable the Directors to focus on strategic priorities by ensuring efficient and seamless operational support. The post-holder will be confident working across multiple diaries and systems and able to build trust quickly with colleagues and stakeholders.
Responsibilities will include diary and inbox management, meeting coordination, document drafting, travel arrangements and general executive support. The role will also involve acting as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling correspondence with discretion and professionalism. There will also be opportunities to support wider team operations and assist the Executive Assistant as needed.
The Candidate
The successful candidate will bring prior experience in a Personal Assistant role supporting multiple senior leaders. You will be highly organised, calm under pressure and adept at managing competing demands. Strong written and verbal communication skills, alongside excellent attention to detail and discretion in handling confidential matters, are essential.
You will be confident using Microsoft Office, diary and inbox management tools, and supporting hybrid meetings via platforms such as Zoom or Teams. The ability to work independently, use initiative, and demonstrate sound judgement is key. Experience in the non-profit or charity sector, and familiarity with tools like Salesforce or Cascade, would be advantageous but not essential.
Application Process
Please apply immediately or for further information, contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
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Finance Manager
Location: London (Hybrid – 4 days office / 1 day home)
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + generous benefits
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Posted by: Peter O'Sullivan, Hays Senior Finance
The Organisation
The Methodist Ministers’ Housing Society (MMHS) provides housing and support for retired Methodist ministers and their families across the UK. Rooted in a Christian ethos of care and compassion, MMHS manages a national portfolio of properties and is committed to ensuring its residents feel secure, respected, and supported in retirement.
MMHS operates with an annual income of approximately £5.7 million, primarily from investments, charitable activities, and donations. Excitingly, new initiatives are planned for 2026, including enhanced wellbeing support and a new area of mission to address needs in the wider world.
The Role
MMHS is seeking a Finance Manager to lead on the production of monthly management accounts, financial forecasting, and day-to-day financial operations. Reporting to the Director of Finance, ICT and Investments, you’ll play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, transparency, and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to operate as a number two to the Director and gradually increase your skillset.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing monthly management accounts and supporting year-end financial statements
- Supporting budget holders with forecasting and financial planning
- Managing accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fixed asset registers
- Overseeing cashflow, banking, and investment transactions
- Supporting the audit process and ensuring compliance with HMRC and statutory requirements
- Contributing to process improvements and financial reporting enhancements
The Person
You’ll be a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) with approx. five years’ experience in a finance or accountancy setting. If you're currently working in audit or accountancy practice and considering your first move, we’d be delighted to hear from you. You’ll be confident working independently, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a broad range of financial responsibilities.
You’ll bring:
- Strong Excel and IT skills
- A proactive, diligent approach to problem-solving
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders
- A collaborative mindset and a willingness to support others
Experience in housing or the third sector is desirable but not essential.
What’s in it for You
MMHS offers a generous benefits package and a supportive working culture, including:
- Up to 16% employer pension contribution
- 4x salary life cover and critical illness cover
- 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with tenure, plus 3 discretionary days over Christmas
- Flexible start and finish times
- Learning & development budget
- Season ticket loan and contribution towards eye tests/glasses
How to Apply
This role is being managed by Peter O'Sullivan at Hays Senior Finance. For a confidential discussion or to request the full job pack, please get in touch via LinkedIn or email.
Advert closing: 13th October
Shortlisting: 15th October
Interivews: 21st and 22nd October
Thank you!
Morgan Law are delighted to be working exclusively with a leading global membership and awarding body to recruit their new People and Culture Manager.
Please note; this role offers predominantly remote working with the requirement to attend the central London office 2 days per month.
As People and Culture Manager, reporting to the Director of Finance & Corporate Services, you'll play a key role at the heart this dynamic, purpose-led organisation by taking ownership of the full employee lifecycle, driving meaningful people initiatives, and helping foster an inclusive, engaged, and high-performing organisation.
This is a values-driven organisation where people matter. As People and Culture Manager, you'll have the platform to make a genuine difference - shaping culture, policies, and processes in line with the organisation's mission. You'll be empowered to innovate, supported to grow, and encouraged to bring your full self to work.
This role will ideally suit a tech-savvy, process-driven HR professional who is excited about using tools to improve ways of working and who is seeking an opportunity to make their mark through a combination of HR operational excellence, technological enablement and strategic impact.
Responsibilities will include:
- HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle - Leading all aspects of day-to-day HR, from recruitment and onboarding to performance and offboarding
- Payroll & Benefits - Managing payroll processes and employee benefits with precision, liaising with external providers and ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Culture & Engagement - Bringing the people strategy to life through initiatives that champion diversity, inclusion, wellbeing, and staff engagement.
- Performance & Development - Maintaining frameworks for feedback and growth, supporting managers to bring the best out of their teams.
- Technology & Systems - Keeping HR systems running smoothly, reviewing and developing HR processes to improve efficiency and user experience - experience with BambooHR would be ideal.
- Compliance & Safeguarding - keeping up to date with employment law, HR policies, and best practices - and playing a key role in safeguarding responsibilities.
- Strategy & Insight - Contributing valuable insights from your HR work to help shape long-term people strategies and decisions.
To be considered you will require:
- Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally as a standalone or lead HR professional in a small to medium sized setting
- Confidence to manage the full range of employee lifecycle activity independently
- Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
- Payroll administration experience
- CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent)
- Tech savvy and skilled in HR systems and data management, ideally with experience of implementing HR systems and working with external HR partners
- Experience in the charity, not-for-profit, or membership sectors
- Familiarity with safeguarding frameworks would be desirable
Thank you!
Compass is a growing organisation with a long history of bold national campaigns, local groups across the country and a newly launched political network organising within the Labour party, Mainstream.
To grow our network and influence, we are looking to power up our organising, particularly by running impactful events. The Political and Campaigns Organiser will work with the Compass campaigns team to support our national campaigns for electoral reform and public ownership of water. They will also work with Compass’ organising team to support our network of local groups and to contribute to our organising across all progressive parties and in particular within the Labour Party.
They will contribute to our full organising programme, but with particular responsibility for events and working with our local groups. They should be comfortable working flexibly in a small, lively team and with groups with different perspectives.
This role involves:
- Growing, building and coordinating our local groups network across England and supporting their local campaigns.
- Working with the organising team and the local groups to strategise, plan and coordinate actions.
- Working with the whole Compass team to deliver events. We run a range of events throughout the year, from our big event Change: HOW?, our Annual Gathering, our panel events at party conferences and festivals to smaller events like our online party group meetings and briefings on our reports.
- Engaging and activating Compass’ member and supporter base through local groups and organising to maximise our impact, with a view to attracting and energising younger activists.
- Supporting the delivery of effective and creative campaigns - including supporting the campaigns team in writing copy and sending mailouts.
What this role might look like on the day to day:
- Meeting a local group in Warwickshire to plan an effective meeting to build their campaign against the far-right.
- Supporting the team to convene civil society leaders as part of our work on a New Popular Front by sorting logistics for events - choosing a venue or booking catering.
- Writing copy for emails to keep our activists up to date with key information about our activities.
- Supporting the organising team with desk research to feed into our political engagement work.
- Supporting our political party organising by writing template council or CLP motions.
- Following up with a member interested in starting a local group via phone or email, finding out what motivates them and building a relationship.
Requirements
Skills and competencies
We're looking for:
- Strong interest in UK politics, particularly the Labour Party, with a clear understanding of the political context in which we work, which issues are politically sensitive and the culture Compass represents.
- Willingness to learn: open-minded, flexible and eager to learn new skills.
- Ability to collaborate and communicate: able to bring people together to take action, work across networks, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, online and in person.
- Self-organisation: able to self-motivate, be proactive and work independently to an agreed schedule.
- Flexibility and adaptability: confident handling competing priorities across multiple fronts.
- Enthusiasm and energy: a demonstrable passion for the political change we seek and a willingness to work in pursuit of it.
Experience, qualifications and knowledge
- Experience working with a not-for-profit, political party, charity, trade union or NGO.
- Experience in political organising, whether in a professional or voluntary capacity.
- An insight into how local groups work as part of a national network.
- Experience in managing and running events online and in-person as part of a team.
- Experience of working with volunteers, activists and groups with different beliefs to build trust and work towards common goals.
- An understanding of the UK progressive political scene, particularly the Labour Party, and support for the aims, vision and values of Compass.
Benefits
Compass is a highly ambitious organisation, working to change the way we do politics. With a strong track record of bold and innovative campaigns and a wide network of members, associates and partners, Compass is rapidly expanding its political influence and reach, particularly within the Labour Party via the Mainstream network.
Mainstream is a new hopeful and purposeful vehicle to turn the Labour Party back once again to the direction of hope and a progressive and plural future.
This post is suitable for someone who believes in and wants to be part of creating the vision and culture of a good society and wants to work flexibly and energetically to further these goals. Though small in size, the team is supported by a community of partners, allies, members and supporters.
This role is suitable for someone who wants to work hard to develop new skills and is able to learn on the job, even if they haven’t worked in a political role before.
Pay will be £27,000, London-based, with room for flexible working in terms of hours and location. The team has an office in central London (near Vauxhall) and the likely candidate would need to be comfortable travelling to the office at least 2- 3 times a week.
You will work closely with Compass’ Deputy Director and our Political Affairs and Organising Officer who will offer managerial support and work with you to develop and deepen your skills over time.
The position is full-time and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. There is a 3-month probationary period.
Compass is committed to providing equal opportunities to people regardless of background and we actively seek applications from people with backgrounds that are underrepresented in our sector, especially with regards to race and class. We recognise that representation in our sector is not good enough; this makes our politics and our campaigns weaker. As such, we particularly encourage applications from people who can demonstrate the skills, even if they have never worked in this precise field. We welcome people to apply who can demonstrate their aptitude, even if a career in politics has so far been closed off to them.
To apply for this role follow the below link. You will be asked to upload a CV and answer three questions related to the position.
The application deadline is Tuesday 28th October, 10am. We expect interviews to be held in October and November and will explain more about the process if you’re invited to the next round.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Head of IT
Salary: £75,000 – £85,000
Location: Hybrid, with two anchor days per week in Central London
Contract: Permanent, full-time, flex working
About the role
Head of IT for an ambitious and fast-growing charity, with technology at the heart of how they deliver social impact. Robust systems and digital capability are essential in ensuring they can carry out their mission and will be at the heart of their continuing impressive growth plans.
The new role of Head of IT provides operational and strategic leadership across all technology, digital, and data services. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, this is a high-visibility leadership role with real influence, supporting the Executive Team, Trustees, and wider organisation to make the most of digital innovation while ensuring robust governance, security, and value for money.
The Head of IT will shape and deliver our IT and digital strategy, oversee infrastructure and systems, and champion the responsible use of data and emerging technologies (including AI) to support operational excellence, and future growth. With three direct reports, you will lead and inspire a small but skilled team, building digital confidence across the charity. The role also manages relationships and outputs for multiple onshore and offshore suppliers to maintain strong working relationships and maximise value.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the development and delivery of the IT and digital strategy in line with organisational goals.
- Ensure reliable, secure, and cost-effective systems, infrastructure, and processes (AWS, Salesforce. M365).
- Oversee data governance, analytics, and reporting, encouraging a data-informed culture.
- Drive responsible adoption of new technologies, including AI, balancing innovation with risk.
- Lead on cyber security, business continuity, and risk management.
- Provide responsive, high-quality IT support and training to build confidence and capacity across teams.
- Manage budgets, suppliers, and external partners to achieve best value.
About you
We are looking for an IT leader who can combine technical expertise with strategic vision and collaborative leadership. You will bring:
- Proven experience in IT leadership, ideally within the charity, not-for-profit, or public sector.
- Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud technologies (AWS), and cyber security.
- Experience of delivering digital transformation and change management.
- The ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
- Strong supplier and project management skills.
- A values-driven approach and commitment to the mission of the charity sector.
What we offer
- Salary: £75,000 – £85,000
- 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
- Hybrid working (two days per week in the London office).
- Flexible working options supportive of family and personal commitments.
- Regular team off-sites and social activities.
- Personal and professional development opportunities, including the potential for progression to IT Director.
- Pension salary sacrifice scheme available
- The chance to play a leading role in a pioneering organisation where technology drives social good.
To apply please send a copy of your current CV.
For more information about the role, please contact Peter Hawkes at Ivy Rock Partners.
