The Charterhouse, a four-hundred-year-old start up, is an historic forward-looking care home for older people in Clerkenwell, London, with a museum, learning centre and thriving events business. We are seeking a dynamic full-time Finance Manager with demonstrable emotional intelligence for our small team.

You will be fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) and have over 2 years of post-qualification experience, ideally with some in the Charity sector. It is essential that you have experience of attending Management and Trustee meetings, and of producing monthly management accounts. You will also need to demonstrate experience in finance business partnering with budget holders. Knowledge of Sage Line 50, experience in producing Charity Statutory Accounts, understanding of the payroll process and a working knowledge of VAT and partial exemption would be a distinct advantage. You will be able to work with diplomacy, tact and discretion, including at Management level, and to demonstrate high emotional intelligence.

We can offer flexible work conditions and an option to work some days from home, however please note the beneficiaries of our Charity live onsite and staff will be expected to be onsite in London most of the working week once that is possible. Salary is £40,000-41,000 per annum. 

Please apply with your CV, via LinkedIn, in the first instance, thank you.

About us:

Pancreatic cancer is a tough one but we’re taking it on. We are supporting those affected by the disease, investing in ground-breaking research, lobbying for greater recognition of pancreatic cancer, and being a voice for everyone involved in the fight. Together we are taking on pancreatic cancer.

About the role:

Pancreatic Cancer UK has grown rapidly and significantly over the past 3 years and diversified a range of activities, which in turn has increased the volume and complexity of work in the Finance Team as we support our Fundraising and Marketing (FMC) and Service, Research and Influencing (SRI) operations.  We have also recently installed Sun V6 and are in the process of automating our purchase ledger, all of which have impacted our work.

We are looking for a Management Accountant to join our Finance Team which sits in the wider Corporate Services team. The successful candidate will be an experienced charity management accountant who will support our Senior Finance Manager in the production of monthly management accounts for our 2021 financial year as we bed in new systems and processes.

This role is key to increasing the capacity of our Finance Team to work in productive partnership with our budget holders to ensure they get the best from their financial data and to help them manage their budgets more efficiently. This will also enable more time to be invested in developing the quality of the decision support and management information we produce.

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Production and ongoing development of monthly management accounts using Sun and Q&A
• Supporting the annual budgeting and planning process
• Supporting the production of the annual report and accounts, along with the annual audit process
• Providing proactive support to budget holders
• Other financial management and control tasks, such as VAT returns

About you:

• Qualified ACA, ICEAW, CIMA, CIPFA, or near- qualified accountant
• Understanding of charity SORP accounting, and management accounting within fundraising charities
• Understanding of charity VAT accounting
• Understanding of budgeting, phasing, and variance reporting
• Extensive and proven experience of using Sun and Q&A
• Significant experience of working as a management accountant in a medium-sized fundraising charity (T/O £5m-£10m), supporting fundraising teams, and developing and improving management reporting
• Experience in annual budgeting and year-end accounting processes
• Competent user of Microsoft Office 365 suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), advanced user of Excel
• Skilled user of Q&A (Sun reporting tool), creating templates, updating and refreshing reports
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate financial concepts to non-financial colleagues

 Please see the job pack for full details of the role on our website.

Working with us:

We are an inclusive employer committed to developing a diverse workforce and are looking for people who can demonstrate dedication to our cause and values. We offer a supportive place to work with helpful and friendly staff who report a high level of job satisfaction. We are currently working remotely, but our main office is based in London on the river with views towards Westminster. Once Covid restrictions are lifted it is envisaged that staff will work on a flexible basis some home, some office.

To apply:

Please read the job pack and complete section 1 and section 2 of the application on our website.

Closing date:  Monday 8 March 2021 at 9 am.

Interview dates:  24 and 25 March 2021

You must have the right to work in the UK when you apply.

The position:

Support optimising the set-up of finance systems for effective planning and reporting. Responsible for the management and implementation of system improvement initiatives within the function, working with key stakeholders

The role will include data cleansing, data mapping, testing of the new finance system as well as providing bookkeeping support.  As such, candidates must have a blend of bookkeeping experience as well as strong systems experience.

• Support the system implementation from a finance perspective. Ensure full process documentation
• Data extraction and cleansing
• Checking codes on new finance system, testing and mapping to ensure fit for purpose on the new system
• Working with stakeholders to ensure seamless transition. Booking training sessions as required.
• Working with finance team members to streamline and re-align processes
• Reviewing processes from front end to back end, producing process maps and making recommendations and then managing the implementation of various efficiency programs through to User Acceptance Testing.
• Map and set up effective way of producing restricted fund accounts /other fund accounts.
• Ensure necessary reports required by the finance team are set up and works effectively.
• Ensuring proper bolt on of the bank reconciliation process
• Ensuring effective uploads of data and checking accuracy of data uploaded
• Driving the automation of data capture, analysis and reporting; ensuring data integrity and internal controls are integral to the new system.
• Entering transactions onto the new finance system and legacy system during the parallel running phase.
• Be willing to work with non-finance staff to explore how data from their systems can be interfaced onto the new finance systems.
• Provide support with the implementation of an expense system
• Undertake monthly review of control accounts to help ensure integrity of the general ledger.
• Support on generation of some monthly reporting for various funders.
• Processing of all purchase invoices and expenses, uploading copies, and supporting documents to the new financial system and updating the budget management system
• Ensuring the appropriate receipts are logged against all card and cash transactions
• Ensuring income/expenditure is correctly allocated to budget lines and funding codes
• To schedule accruals and prepayments each month.
• Administration/Invoicing related to income (grants, contracts, donations) as appropriate and recording receipts.
• Administration of sales/shops returns, reconcile returns with till system and bank receipts, monitor differences and follow up with retail manager.
• Reconciling income reporting between systems
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations
• Support with payroll administration
• Assisting with funder specific reporting and project audits where required
• Maintain stock take reconciliation
• Prepare analysis and summaries to aid month end
• Accounting for VAT on income and expenditure and assist with VAT returns.
• Assist with submission/claims to HMRC (eg gift aid, vat, furlough )
• Review fixed asset register and ensure correct capitalisation of new assets purchased during the year, and that depreciation rate is in line with policy
• Provide adhoc support with year end and preparing for an external audit
• Undertake other duties specified by line manager as and where needed

Skills, Requirements, Qualifications

• Experience in financial systems implementations, integrations with other systems and bolt-ons

• Part qualified/qualified in accounting/tax (ATT, AAT etc)
• Experience with Quick books, SAP  and similar accounting software
• Must be adept in use of the MS Office Suite, particularly Excel to enable the manipulation of huge volumes of data and checking their accuracy.
• Understanding the journey of an implementation and expectations along the way
• Knowledge of VAT calculations for charities
• Excellent communication skills
• A flexible and willing attitude who will be able to 'muck in’
• Well organised and methodical individual with good admin experience, who can check and organise financial information as well as respond to enquiries by email.
• Be flexible and able to deliver to deadlines
• High level of organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail and a thorough and systematic approach to diagnosing and solving problems.
• Ability to use initiative and to suggest new ideas for service improvement
• Must be organised, flexible and be able to manage/prioritise own workload and work under pressure.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues
• Be able to maintain confidentiality at all times

This is an exciting time for us as we are reshaping the way we do things and developing a new vision and culture for all our stakeholders. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual who is able to join us on our journey.  

This is a pivotal role for the finance team and the postholder will work very closely with the Financial Controller and the Business Support Lead to ensure that standards are met and maintained across all aspects of the teams' work and to ensure that the finance function meets the governance requirements of relevant legal, regulatory, and monitoring frameworks in line with the Charity Commission.

Meeting standards and compliance are high on BCOP’s agenda and will be a fundamental part of how the person will be expected to work.

The post holder will also be taking the lead on processing the monthly payroll for 250 employees, so a strong payroll background is essential.

The role will predominately based at our Support Office in Kings Norton, however the post holder will be expected to visit our nursing homes and housing schemes  throughout Birmingham.

The postholder’s duties will include but not limited to:

• Processing an end to end monthly payroll for c.250 employees using the company software (Salaried and hourly paid) including all associated administrative tasks and HMRC reporting
• Administrating the organisation’s stakeholder pension scheme in line with auto enrolment compliance by established deadlines
• Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and guidelines
• Working with Home Managers to ensure accuracy of the payroll submissions and relevant controls are adhered to
• Producing timely reports for senior management team  
• Processing purchase ledger payments including dealing with supplier queries
• Ensuring effective controls are in place including ensuring value for money
• Supporting the Financial Controller with month-end processing, creditor reports, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations to support the production of the monthly Management Accounts
• Supporting with the processing of income
• Ensuring cash book, Banking and Petty Cash controls are in place  
• Ad hoc project work and process improvement

Who are we looking for?

The role would suit a candidate with a strong background in payroll, ideally with 3 years’ experience, who wants to develop their accountancy skills. AAT or similar qualifications would be beneficial but are less important than the experience you can bring to the role.  Experience in a similar size organisation or Charities or Housing sector experience would be an advantage but is not essential.

There’s lots to do in this business, ensuring systems are embedded, processes streamlined, and the business accounts get managed on a day to day basis.

You will need to be organised, have a great attention to detail, a good problem solver and tenacious at seeing things through to conclusion. You will be a great communicator at all levels, both verbally and written, able to translate financial speak to those less confident than you. It is important that you are a team player and able to work alongside colleagues in other support functions.

BCOP encourages individuals who have a commitment to continuous improvement including people who can generate ideas and aspirations to improve services, make efficiencies and all round do things better.

What’s on offer?

As well as a competitive salary other benefits of working for BCOP include:

• Free on site car parking, with good links to public transport network
• 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service (Pro rata to actual hours worked)
• Free health insurance
• Free health cash plan scheme
• Workplace pension

Interviews are expected to take place at our Support Office w/c 12th April 2021.

Please be assured our Support Office is Covid Safe

Closing Date 5th April 2021 - However we advise you apply early as we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and may close the application round earlier should a suitable candidate be found.

Broadening Choices for Older People respectfully decline the assistance of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and do not wish to be contacted – speculative CVs or proposals from any agency or third party outside of our instruction will be treated as gifts.

Part-time Finance Officer (4 days)

Agency Reference Number:

A position has arisen for a Finance Officer to work for a small Charity based in Central London.

Salary: £24,000 per annum for 4 days per week

Job Role entails:

* Maintain the purchase ledger function - manage daily postings of invoices and deal with supplier queries
* Maintain the sales ledger function - raise invoices, control aged debt and co-ordinate recharging of costs
* Make weekly payment runs to third part suppliers
* Review and analyse income and expenditure on a monthly basis
* Hold the petty cash float
* Assist with the preparation of quarterly VAT returns
* Other ad hoc finance duties given by Finance Manager

The successful candidate MUST :

* Be AAT Qualified
* Have experience working in a small Charitable organisation
* Have a good knowledge of Exchequer (D) and Excel (E)
* Have excellent communication skills

Closing Date: Monday 15th March 2021

Our Financial Accounting team are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and driven to become the new Head of Financial Accounting.

The Financial Accounting function is responsible for the management of transactional finance and leading on production of The Trust’s statutory accounts and regulatory reporting. This includes the management of sales ledger and purchase ledger and treasury functions and overseeing The Trust’s purchase-to-pay processes. 

This role has responsibility for the day to day management of the Financial Accounting Team, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of the Trust’s financial transactions. The role will also oversee the management of the ledgers and lead on the Trust’s regulatory reporting and the statutory audit.

You will initially be based from home and then based at one of our key centres with the opportunity to work flexibly. There will also be opportunities for you to work with Young People and witness the fantastic work of the Trust. 

Why we need a Head of Financial Accounting:

Last year, we helped more than 70,000 young people, with three in four young people on our programmes, move into work, education or training. 

The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some have been in trouble with the law. Our job is to inspire and support young people, to help them reach their potential so that they can thrive and society can prosper.

We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us.

Perks for working at The Trust:

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, you can work hours to fit in with, school hours or care arrangements for example and you can also work from home.
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
• In-house learning platform!Develop your skills for your career and your role
• The Trust will contribute 5%of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The Prince’s Trust Awards, active events etc.
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)

Here at The Prince's Trust, we're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives is the right thing to do.

We’re a Stonewall Diversity Champion and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by PT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), PT NOW (Network of Women), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and Pulse (LGBT Network). For more information, click here.

The Prince's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.

WHO ARE WE?

We are the leading charity for the provision, protection and promotion of playing fields in London. Our vision is to create a happier, healthier, more cohesive London by encouraging more people to play sport on affordable, accessible and attractive playing fields. We believe that playing fields are more than expanses of open space and are places where the lives of local people and particularly those from disadvantaged groups can be improved.

THE ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Head Office team at this sport and physical activity based charity. We are looking for an experienced qualified accountant to take a leading role in the financial management of the charity. Reporting to the Chief Executive and Hon Treasurer, the successful applicant will be someone who is well organised, demonstrates good attention to detail and provides solutions in a calm and methodical manner. You will be joining a committed and dynamic team dedicated to improving lives through better access to sport and physical activity.

Job Description

Reporting to the Chief Executive and Hon Treasurer your role will entail:

Key responsibilities

• Prepare the Consolidated Financial Statements for The London Playing Fields Society and the Financial Statements for Wadham Lodge Sports Centre Ltd, its trading subsidiary.
• Liaise with auditors during the annual audit.
• Prepare an annual budget for the Finance and General Purposes Committee approval and implement appropriate financial systems for proper budgetary and cashflow control.
• Prepare the financial information to support the strategic Three-Year Plan produced by the Chief Executive.
• Prepare quarterly accounts for presentation to the F&GP Committee, identifying and reporting any matters which should be drawn to the Committee’s attention in a timely manner.
• Update the Fixed Asset Register and reconcile on a quarterly basis ensuring control of the Charity’s assets.
• Reconcile the Charity’s investments on a quarterly basis.
• Reconcile all other Balance Sheet accounts on a quarterly basis and perform a salaries reconciliation to agree to the quarterly accounts.
• Keep the charity’s books and financial records, including sales ledger, purchase ledger and bank processing, bank reconciliations and purchase ledger payment runs on Sage 50.
• Ensure that the charity has proper arrangements for handling of the funds, including banking, invoicing, payments, and online banking.
• Liaise with Companies House and the Charity Commission about the general company and charity administration and ensure timely filing of all reports, returns and accounts as required.
• Ensure credit control.
• Assume ultimate responsibility for ensuring the charity is fully and properly insured.
• Ensure the payment of staff and attend to payroll/HMRC matters including the administration of pensions.
• Ensure the appropriate retention of staff records.
• Ensure that the VAT calculation and submission are carried out in a timely manner so that the returns and payments are done on time.
• Contribute to the costing of bids to funders and the monitoring of grant monies expended.

Please download the Job Information Pack for full details of the position including the Person Specification.

Applicant guidelines

When we shortlist for this job, and when we interview, candidates will be assessed on their skills and experience as set out in the job description, using the selection criteria set out here and on the person specification.

For your application to be considered please send by the closing date of 19th March the following:

• A covering letter stating why you want the job, what you think you could bring to it and how your experience to date relates to the person specification.
• CV
• Details of two references, one of whom should be your existing or last employer (who will not be contacted without your prior consent).
• Your notice period from any existing employment.
• Your current or last salary.

LPFF is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from individuals with a disability. Should applicants require any support please contact us.

Recruitment timetable

The closing date for applications is 19th March.

Whilst all applications will be carefully considered, if you do not hear from LPFF within one week of the closing date, please note you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

First interviews will be held virtually on 29th & 31st March. Second interviews will be held on 14th April.

Our partner has played a key role in supporting the most vulnerable people during the COVID-19 crisis in the UK. As a result of an increase in the demand for the crucial services they provide, they have grown rapidly. They have received a large number of new funds; additionally, they have incurred a large amount of unusual expenditure for pandemic-specific projects, some funded by restricted funds and some not. With this, they require additional support around income recognition and accounting for restricted funds; they are seeking an experience financial accountant to support them in getting ready for the year-end and audit.

Responsibilities

• Review restricted funding received to determine the correct income recognition and allocation of costs, to ensure that the restricted reserves position for the year is materially correct in the accounts and individual donor/grant reporting is correct.
• Undertake monthly review of control accounts to help ensure integrity of the general ledger.
• Support with VAT returns.
• Support Head of Finance with the preparation of statutory accounts and with the statutory audit.
• Review fixed asset register and ensure correct capitalisation of new assets purchased during the year, and that depreciation rate is in line with policy
• Support on generation of some monthly reporting for budget holders, management accounts.
• Support Head of Finance with other ad hoc tasks that may be required.

Requirements

• A qualified accountant with experience in fund accounting, income recognition and VAT requirements in charities. 
• Experience of looking after a general ledger, performing balance sheet reconciliations, reviewing control accounts, preparing statutory accounts (charity SORP), and preparing for an external audit.  Experience of grants management and charity finance is desirable.
• Good systems experience, intermediate/advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, specifically  experience of preparing and presenting reports to a wide range of audience and stakeholders.
• Experience of working in a growing, changing organisation.

They are seeking someone to start within 2-3 weeks, so we can only consider applications from those immediately available to start a new role. Whilst this role is home-based, it is for a UK-based charity, and therefore we can only consider applicants with the right to work in the UK. 

An opportunity for a candidate with a good level of book-keeping, accounting, and administration skills, who would like to build their experience by working at a growing international not-for-profit organisation and be part of a small, dynamic team at the heart of global sustainability.

About the Role

As Finance & Administration Executive, you will work with the Finance & Risk Manager on all aspects of the finance function (approx. 80% time). Much of your time will be focused on maintaining accurate accounting records, enabling the business to meet its statutory filing obligations, and providing management with accurate, timely and relevant financial information. The role will also encompass supporting the CEO and the wider team in relation to governance administration and other administrative tasks (approx. 20% time).

What are we looking for?

To be considered for the role, you should be able to demonstrate your capability for being an effective finance professional with a keen eye for detail. You will have previously worked in bookkeeping and you would like to pursue your own growth in a finance role.  You are proactive and positive in your approach, a doer who ensures that actions are prompt and issues resolved to completion. You have recently worked in a similar role and are familiar with the day-to-day financial activities of a smaller organisation.

As well as being financially literate, you should be an accomplished multi-tasker who enjoys and is capable of providing administrative and organisational assistance to busy colleagues, including the Chief Executive Officer. Being a relatively small organisation with a global reach and a challenging mission, we are looking for someone adaptable, resilient and able to work with a diverse set of colleagues and external stakeholders. An interest in sustainability would round off your profile.

We provide good development opportunities to our staff, as well as a dynamic and inspiring work environment with a friendly culture. Working as part of a Corporate Services team of six people, based in central London, you will report to the Finance & Risk Manager.

We offer 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, a generous pension scheme with life insurance, learning and development opportunities, season ticket loans, and a childcare voucher scheme. Flexible working arrangements can be discussed, although initially this normally office-based role is likely to involve working from home in light of current Covid-19 restrictions.

Bonsucro is committed to being an inclusive employer and we value diversity, so we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, in particular from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates and candidates with disabilities. We encourage applications from all socio-economic backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain sales, purchase & general ledgers
• Receive, check and process expenses claims
• Create and post month end accounting journals
• Perform weekly bank reconciliations for all accounts (including foreign currency)

• Process payroll for Bonsucro´s UK-based and overseas staff
• Assist with other pay items (pensions, childcare vouchers, loan schemes, etc.)
• Carry out tasks related to credit control
• Assist with weekly payments runs
• Provide additional support to the Finance & Risk Manager, including assisting with preparation of the monthly management accounts, VAT returns, statutory accounts and annual planning and budget setting process
• Coordinate the effective functioning of the London office space (e.g. liaise with office building manager; manage procurement of office supplies; anticipate and deal with any problems before they arise) and the current remote-working setup.
• Provide administration to the Chief Executive Officer and the wider team
• Assist with organisation and logistics of internal/external events and meetings 
• Support the organisation of governance meetings, including Board of Director meetings, Sub-Committee meetings and Members Council meetings.

Person specification

• A good working knowledge of accountancy/bookkeeping principles and common accountancy software packages
• Previous experience in a finance or bookkeeping role (ideally in a not for profit or professional service environment)
• Previous experience in an administrative role
• Strong IT skills, in particular of Excel within a finance and accounting context
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise
• A proactive approach to work and confidence in working independently
• Good interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with others, including remotely based colleagues in the UK and internationally
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Reliable, hard-working and reliable

Other Criteria

• AAT Advanced certificate in Bookkeeping (or equivalent).
• Familiarity with Xero accounts software
• Experience of dealing with multicurrency accounting
• Language skills in Spanish and/or Portuguese
• Office management

Other information

Start date

As soon as possible

Salary

£25,000 to £30,000 pa (depending on experience) + competitive benefits package

Reports to

Finance and Risk Manager

Hours

Full Time (35 hours per week), open to discuss flexible working arrangements for exceptional candidates

Term

Initial 12 months contract with a view to becoming permanent

This job description reflects the core activities of the post. As the service and the post-holder develop, there will inevitably be some changes to the duties, and possibly to the emphasis of the post itself. We expect that the post-holder will recognise this and will adopt a flexible approach to work. This could include undertaking relevant training where necessary. The line manager will consult the post-holder if significant changes to the job description become necessary. Any changes will be reflected in a revised job description.

An exciting role for a progressive Finance Assistant looking to gain more exposure with in Finance and Accounting.

Client Details

Based in London this organisation provides accommodation across the Country.

Description

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for the following duties

• Maintaining the Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger.
• Reconciling all Bank Accounts and Payroll journals.
• Assisting with preparing information for monthly Management Accounts.
• Assisting with Annual Audits.
• Maintaining the Fixed Asset Register

Profile

The successful Finance Assistant will have experience in a busy finance team. Exposure to the Sector is desirable but not essential.

Job Offer

An hourly rate of between £12 and £14 pounds per hour plus an opportunity of a longer term position.