Chief Financial Officer Jobs in SE6 1HW

Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. Our multiple award-winning Income Generation department raises around 60% of the Charity’s total income, allowing us to continue to grow to make sure we can be here for every cat and dog, now and in the future.

We are looking for someone to join our team as a Senior Legacy & In Memory Direct Marketing Officer on a fixed term basis, to deliver Battersea’s Legacy and In Memory marketing and fundraising programme by independently managing multi-channel direct and wider marketing campaigns to recruit and attract new Legacy and In Memory donors.

The ideal candidate would have experience planning, implementing and evaluating direct marketing campaigns across a range of media channels, the ability to analyse results of campaigns and a passion for helping dogs and cats.

Please note that this is a 6-month fixed term contract.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 5th December 2024
Interview date(s): 11th / 12th December 2024 (1st round); 18th / 19th December 2024 (2nd round) 

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

This role is a core part of Pecan’s senior leadership team (SLT), working to develop strategic direction and playing a play a key role in the organisation’s aim to transform the lives of the most disadvantaged people in our community.

You will enable Pecan’s frontline team to deliver the highest possible standards of service. You will have responsibility for developing a strategy and vision for all community food activities and developments within Pecan. You will focus on ensuring the programmes have dignity at their heart and work towards seeing an end to foodbanks. You will work with the projects to support them to collaborate and work together. You will play a key role in the organisations aim of transforming the lives of the most disadvantaged people in our community.

When working for Pecan, you can expect to become a valued member of a diverse and supportive team. In addition to a place in our 35-year legacy, you will receive a generous holiday allowance, pension contribution and life assurance cover. You can also expect regular team meetings and social opportunities, and a variety of other benefits as outlined in our recruitment pack.

Main Responsibilities:

• Line manage and appraise staff in line with Pecan’s procedures: Foodbank Manager, Pantry Manager, Operations Manager, and the Development Manager Community Food Programmes.
• Demonstrates strong financial literacy and business acumen.
• Develop and oversee food strategy for Pecan’s food services, implementing the vision to end the need for food banks, re‑imagining the food services offer and including a cash-first approach.
• Develop and manage partnerships with authorities, corporates, churches, community groups and networks to support the successful development of programmes.

Key Requirements (specific skills, qualifications required):

• Strong experience of managing multiple projects.
• Experience of managing staff and volunteer teams.
• A strong understanding of community food programmes. 
• Demonstratable history in achieving targets.

Desirable knowledge/expertise

• An effective networker.
• Experience of the voluntary and community sector.
• Experience of working across a spectrum of church cultures and types.
• Experience of organisational development.

To apply please submit the following:

• CV
• Covering Letter, no more than 2-sides of A4 paper, expanding on your passion for this area of work and describing how you meet the Job Description/Person Specification, as set out in the Recruitment Pack.

Closing Date: Wednesday 4th December 2024, 9am

Interview Date: w/c Dec 2 onwards; details TBC.

Start Date: December 2024 or January 2025

Please note that applications that do not contain BOTH the CV and Covering Letter as described above cannot be considered. Candidates that have not been contacted by the interview date or within 2 weeks of submitting an application if it is an open recruitment, have not been shortlisted for interviews.

Direct Marketing and Fundraising Officer

This is an exciting and dynamic role within our Fundraising and Marketing department, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on our public fundraising efforts. The role has been designed to support the Direct Marketing Manager [Acquisition]  in managing and developing internal systems, coordinating projects, and providing essential administrative support to the team.

Please download the job description for full details

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Direct Marketing and Fundraising Officer to join our Public Fundraising team. This role is integral to the smooth operation of our fundraising activities, particularly during appeals, where your coordination skills will be crucial.

Key Responsibilities:

Appeal Coordination:

• Assist the Direct Marketing Manager - Acquisition in keeping member agency fundraising directors and key suppliers up to date in the run-up to and during appeals.
• Update the fundraising and marketing team budget tracker, ensuring accurate financial tracking throughout the appeal process.
• Support the setup and management of Appeal Toolkits and Appeal Hubs, providing essential assets to staff, member agencies, and suppliers.
• Assist with the coordination and delivery of creative projects across all direct marketing channels, ensuring timely and effective execution.
• Work with the team to gather and report appeal results, providing updates to the Director of Fundraising and Marketing, Executive Team, and CEO’s office.

 Ongoing Responsibilities:

• Organize and manage review meetings with suppliers’ post-appeal, contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
• Monitor and update core and appeal budgets, processing invoices and ensuring financial accuracy.
• Support the Director of Fundraising and Marketing in organizing and managing the Fundraising Director’s Group meetings, including diary coordination, preparing presentations, and taking minutes.
• Provide general administrative support to the Fundraising and Marketing team, including setting up monthly team meetings, organizing agendas, and coordinating away days.

 

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Proven experience in project coordination and administrative support, ideally within a fundraising or marketing environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience with budget tracking and financial processes.
• A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work well within a team.

If you are passionate about making a difference, are eager to learn the fundamentals of direct marketing and have the skills to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

We are trialling 2 compulsory days per month "in the office", which is subject to change.

During an appeal, you will be contractually obliged to be in the office for 2 weeks, which are likley to include working during the weekend.

The PKD Charity seeks a motivated and experienced grants fundraiser to drive our income growth from trusts, foundations, corporate partners, and other grant-making bodies. In this critical role, you will lead efforts to identify, research, and apply for grants, and will nurture ongoing relationships to ensure sustained and impactful support. With guidance from the CEO, you will play a key role in securing funding to expand the charity’s programs and increase our reach. 

Our mission is to improve the lives of those affected by polycystic kidney disease (PKD) through research, education, advocacy and support. PKD is one of the most common life-threatening genetic diseases, affecting about 70,000 adults and children in the UK. It causes kidney failure, affects other organs, reduces life expectancy and there is currently no cure. We are dedicated to finding new treatments and helping everyone with PKD have the best life they can. 

As our Trusts and Grants Officer, you will join a dedicated team of five, working collaboratively to realise our ambitious goals. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a flexible, friendly, and supportive environment where teamwork and adaptability are highly valued. Working closely with the CEO, you’ll help PKD Charity achieve significant income growth through grants, fuelling the organisation’s impact. 

We value talented, enthusiastic individuals like yourself who want to be part of our mission. If you join us, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of PKD patients. This is an exciting time full of challenges and opportunities. If you're ready to join our team and help us accelerate research, provide compassionate support, and advocate for the PKD community, we encourage you to apply. Together, we can create a brighter future. 

This remote role can be worked from anywhere in the UK, ideally over 2 days Monday-Friday. The salary for the role is £29,000-£31,000 (pro rata £11,600- £12,400). 

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Identify Funding Opportunities: Research trusts, foundations, and other funding bodies whose criteria align with PKD Charity’s work. Build a robust pipeline of potential funders. 

Craft Compelling Applications: Prepare, write, and submit high-quality, persuasive funding applications. Tailor proposals to meet each funder’s specific guidelines and highlight the charity’s unique impact. 

Data-Driven Case Development: Gather and analyse relevant information to create compelling cases for support, backed by data that showcases the impact of our programs. 

Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective funders, ensuring consistent communication, appreciation, and donor care to foster long-term engagement. 

Expand Funding Pool: Utilise sector knowledge to identify and approach new funders, increasing the charity’s income streams and securing diverse funding sources. 

Progress Tracking and Reporting: Provide regular updates to the CEO on application progress, successful funding, and potential new opportunities. Develop and manage systems to monitor deadlines, submissions, income received, and application status. 

Donor Communication: Ensure funders are kept informed about the charity’s work, including submitting progress reports and impact updates that highlight the value of their contributions. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other colleagues, especially service delivery and finance, to ensure that information sharing and reporting are aligned and effective. 

ABOUT YOU: 

Proven Experience: You have a strong background in fundraising, particularly in trust and foundation grants, and are comfortable working independently in a remote setting. 

Organised and Detail-Oriented: You excel at managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and paying close attention to detail. 

Collaborative Team Player: You are flexible and ready to contribute to various aspects of the charity's work, embracing a team spirit. 

Effective Communicator: You possess excellent writing skills for creating compelling grant applications and are skilled at nurturing funder relationships through clear and professional communication. 

Tech-Savvy: Familiarity with CRM systems and website management is a plus, as is a proactive approach to automating processes where possible. 

How to apply

Please submit your CV with a covering letter (which is no larger than two sides of A4 paper), addressing how you meet the above criteria.

Deadline for applications 14th December 2024. Interviews for the post will be held in the week beginning 13th January 2025.

We are recruiting for a Senior Financial Accountant to join our team in Finance.

Job Title: Senior Financial Accountant

Location: Homeworking with a requirement to work periodically at Head Office (Vauxhall, London) 
Salary: £53,000 per annum (plus an additional £3000 London weighting allowance if applicable dependent on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement)
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as the Senior Financial Accountant. 
This is an exciting role within the finance team at Refuge working as part of the Corporate Services directorate. The finance team is on a change journey and this role is a great opportunity for someone with a keen eye for seeking efficiencies, enjoys process improvement and who has implemented change in previous roles, to bring their skills and experience to the team. You will have the opportunity to make a big impact through your work. This role will be the lead on matters relating to the accounting and treasury function. 

This role reports to the Head of Finance and will be a key member of the finance leadership team, working together to create a finance function which is fit for the future.

Closing Date: 09:00am 2 December 2024

Interview Date: 11 December 2024

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services, and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.

Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.

Royal Ballet and Opera 
Senior Finance Business Partner
Circa £65,000
Permanent, Full-time 
Hybrid working, 3 days a week in the office
Closest station Covent Garden

The Royal Ballet and Opera stand as iconic institutions in the UK’s performing arts landscape, dedicated to delivering world-class ballet and opera performances that inspire, captivate, and enrich. Our mission is to combine innovation with tradition, reaching diverse audiences and expanding our impact on both national and international stages. With a focus on enhancing accessibility, fostering partnerships, and diversifying our revenue streams, we are committed to a sustainable future that continues to support and celebrate artistic excellence.

To support this ambitious vision, we are seeking a commercially-focused Senior Finance Business Partner who will play a key role in identifying and driving alternative revenue streams. This strategic position will focus on building the financial foundation for growth, while supporting new commercial ventures that enhance the Royal Ballet and Opera’s impact and reach.

As Senior Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with the Chief Commercial Officer & Chief Financial Officer to provide financial insights and direction that align with our artistic and commercial goals. You will lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting process, with an emphasis on identifying opportunities for income generation and maximising returns from existing and new revenue streams. You will also collaborate with key departments to evaluate and implement commercial initiatives, including venue hire, sponsorship, merchandise, digital content, and membership programs, helping to diversify income while supporting our mission.

Reporting to the CCO, this role will oversee a Management Accountant, to provide business and financial support for the Audiences and Commercial division. This includes day to day financial analysis and reporting, support for longer term strategic planning, review of progress against strategic objectives, management of financial controls and general finance support.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join the Royal Ballet and Opera at a transformative time. If you are passionate about supporting the arts and have a strong commercial acumen to drive financial growth in a world-renowned cultural institution, we invite you to apply for this impactful role.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders and work in partnership with other teams providing data and analysis relevant to the business strategy.
• Use data from various data sources to understand historic trends and use this information to create financial models and presentations to inform budget decisions.
• Create income and cost Key Performance Indicators and research other organisations to measure performance.
• Provide timely and accurate monthly management accounts including income and  expenditure, balance sheet reconciliations and Key Performance Indicators.
• Prepare budgets according to timelines in discussion with the team, Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Financial Officer.
• Prepare monthly rolling forecasts of income and expenditure, working closely with other members of the Team.
• Undertake monthly reviews with budget holders to review income and direct costs and feedback to key stakeholders where necessary.
• Lead and line manage direct report effectively, with due regard to performance management, development, coaching, guidance, training, recruitment and retention.
• With direct report, build in routine one to one supervision meetings to provide an infrastructure of information flow and support.

Who are we looking for?

• A formally qualified accountant 
• Relevant and appropriate experience in finance and management accounting obtained in a complex organisation
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting in a complex organisation 
• An excellent communicator who is able to influence at all levels within the organisation
• Ability to work on own initiative, assess priorities and be proactive.

Royal Ballet and Opera are fully open to sector experience. As such we welcome candidates from industry, charity or practice backgrounds.

Timetable:
Closing deadline:             Sunday 24th November
1st round interviews:        28th November
2nd round interviews:       w/c 2nd December
3rd round interviews:        w/c 9th December 

Next steps?
Royal Ballet and Opera are proud to partner with Allen Lane and Iain Slinn on this recruitment. To apply for this position, reach out to Iain Slinn

This is a very hands-on role in our small team, supporting the Finance Manager and Finance Director and working alongside our diverse teams to make sure our finances are well managed and helping us to deliver our charitable objectives. We are looking for someone who has excellent attention to detail, honesty and integrity, an interest in learning more about our work and some knowledge or experience of working in accounts. This is a rewarding role in a fast paced, creative environment for a self-motivated individual who understands the need for rigour and accountability in their work and wants to contribute to the success of NYT.

The Finance Assistant will support the Finance Manager to provide an accurate and efficient accounting service for NYT. This role will lead on our day-to-day financial processing including managing the purchase ledger, posting bank transactions and carrying out reconciliations. The role will also support the Finance Manager in the preparation of monthly management accounts, ad hoc reporting and year end accounts. 

Our building at Holloway Road was redeveloped in 2021 and now includes a theatre for our own and external productions, studios for our growing programme of courses and activities for young people and rehearsal facilities which are hired out to professional companies. We also deliver training, productions and activities around the UK and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger
• Responsible for maintaining the purchase ledger - recording accounting entries in Sage 50 and tracking that approvals are recorded in line with NYT policy.
• Prepare weekly supplier BACS payment runs for approval and issue remittance advice.
• Monthly reconciliation of company pleo accounts and tracking coding and approvals.
• Post invoice and direct debit payments from the bank to ensure they are up to date and correct.
• Reconciliation of supplier statements to amounts on Sage.
• Respond to supplier and budget holder queries as required.

Income and Sales ledger
• Circulate bank receipt information to budget holders promptly and confirm coding.
• Work with the Communications team to respond to and resolve financial queries and issues on our membership programmes.
• Ensure ticket sales for NYT performances are recorded correctly in the finance system.
• Prepare sales invoices as instructed and record bank receipts. 
• Work closely with the hires team on invoicing and receipts.
• Prepare regular aged debtors reports and carry out credit control as required.

Accounting and reporting 
• Prompt reconciliation of all bank accounts.
• Ensure any cash is reconciled to sales records and banked promptly.
• Managing cash floats or temporary pleo cards and accounting for expenses.
• Assist in the reporting and financial information to support grant claims and reporting requirements as required.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and month end reporting as directed by the Finance Manager.
• Assist in preparation for annual audit and resolving audit queries related to your work.
• Undertake ad-hoc analysis of expenditure as directed by the Finance Manager or Finance Director or by other members of the Senior Management Team.

The development and growth of Men’s Sheds is made possible through a network of volunteers and partnerships across the UK. 

This role will develop new Sheds across Greater London, and will coordinate and manage partnerships with other organisations and charities to support the growth and development of the movement.  This role has the focus to support the growth of new and development of new Men’s Sheds, enhancing our reach and the reach of Sheds.

Director of Finance & Operations

Location: Richard House Children's Hospice, Richard House Drive, E16 3RG
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5
Department: Finance
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent

Are you looking for a challenge?

Richard House is seeking an experienced Director of Finance & Operations to play a crucial role in shaping the strategic management of the charity.

Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, the Director of Finance and Operations will be responsible for the operational and financial strategies, plans and activities so as to maximise the overall effectiveness of Richard House Children’s Hospice in achieving its vision and core purpose.

We are looking for someone with experience of working in a strategic capacity as a senior leader within not for profit and/or commercial organisations of a similar size and complexity. The ideal candidate will also have proven experience as a Finance Director or Deputy Director in a comparable sized organisation and finance background (preferred) with operational/facilities understanding.

Previous experience, knowledge and understanding of both the voluntary and healthcare sectors is an advantage.

Richard House is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender.

As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

Richard House is not authorised to sponsor overseas workers; you will need to have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this role.

Benefits:

- Annual holiday allowance of 27 days, increasing to 29 days after five years’ service
- Pension scheme offering 7% employer’s and 3% employee’s contribution
- Option to continue existing NHS pension (subject to meeting criteria)
- Employee assistance programme
- Death in service scheme
- Occupational sick pay scheme
- Enhanced maternity pay scheme
- Flexible working
- A supportive team with a commitment to CPD
- Unsocial hours benefit (certain Care positions only)

REF-217 995

We are seeking a part-time Head of Finance to join our Operational Leadership Team (OLT) for three days a week.

You will have a compassionate heart and be deeply motivated by your evangelical Christian faith, with a passion to serve your persecuted family in Christ.

You will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) to identify the level of internal and external resource that is required to develop a hybrid delivery model to operate financial management in the most effective and efficient way possible.

Your proven track record and experience of operational financial management will ensure the accurate delivery of this, as well as oversight of the day-to-day financial operations. Your clear communication skills and accounting qualifications, knowledge and experience will enable you to convey financial information in a practical and insightful way to a number of different audiences that have varying levels of financial understanding.

If you believe God may be calling you to fulfil this important new role and you understand the importance of excellence in the stewardship of our precious resources, then please apply for this part-time position which is based at our office in Orpington, Kent, with some agreed flexibility to work from home.

Applicants must be committed to Release International’s evangelical Christian beliefs (occupational requirement).

The Role

To provide health and safety monitoring support to the housing team. This will include maintaining and updating local and central health and safety records and carrying out local health and safety inspections and checks using CIHA’s standard recording processes. Ensure tenants understand their health and safety obligations and support housing officers to take enforcement action as necessary.

Our Organisation

Causeway is a London living wage employer, with a competitive pension scheme. We also offer an employee assistance programme that provides free financial, legal, and mental health advice and support to our employees. We provide core training, and continuous learning and development throughout your career with us. 

About Us: 

Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people’s lives and strengthen our local community.

At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best. On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive:

  

Benefits: 

• 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), 3 additional free days off at Christmas
• Life Insurance
• Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work)
• A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc)
• Free Gym Membership
• Free breakfasts/snacks

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Based: Battersea

Salary: £27,427

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Work Arrangement: 40 hours per week, Hybrid/Office 

  

Role Overview: 

Reporting to the CFO and working closely with the tight knit Finance team, this role would be best suited to someone at the beginning of their Finance career. We are open to candidates who are AAT qualified, or working towards qualifications in ACCA/ACA. 

Central Services ensures the company operates smoothly and assists in working towards Enables strategic direction. Supporting the various services that make up Enable, Central Services consists of small and high output teams including Human Resources, Marcomms, Operations and Finance. Together, these teams make up the foundation of our business, driving our mission and fostering growth and development. 

Main Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Accounts payable and receivables: controls and processes 
• Processing purchase invoices: entering and coding invoices (including VAT) in Xero managing the approval workflow (by cost centre budget holders) as required
• Setting up weekly payment runs, expense pay runs and individual payments as required 
• Maintaining the aged purchase ledger ensuring invoices are accounted for on receipt and tracked through to payment 
• Supplier set-up: ensure appropriate supplier information is obtained 
• Raising sales and recharge invoices on a monthly/quarterly basis 
• Bank reconciliation process 
• Posting cash journals to record payments/receipts from bank statements into the ledger 
• Processing and posting payroll journal
• Assisting with month-end processes 
• Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations and other standard month end processes 
• Assisting with year-end accounts preparation and audit process 
• Assisting with general finance-related inquiries and correspondence received via the generic finance email inbox.

Skills and Experience:  

• Experience of Purchase Ledger, Sale Ledger and General Ledger management including month end processes
• Experience of bank and other balance sheet reconciliations 
• Supplier management 
• Proficiency in MS Office, Xero and other accountancy packages
• Attention to detail 
• Good communication 
• Ability to meet deadlines
• AAT qualified or part qualified ACCA/ACA

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts. 

Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website. 

The role:

A global think tank, who are leaders in their fields of research and policy design to influence a more equitable world, are looking for an Interim Head of FP&A to join them on a part-time basis of either 3 or 4 days per week for 12 months. This crucial position will report into the COO, and will lead and develop the organisation's Finance Business Partnering/FP&A and Systems team of x4 reports.

As Interim Head of FP&A, your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the production of management accounts, financial forecasts, and budgets. Providing financial advice and support to teams across the organisation, and external stakeholders
• Managing the annual budget process, supporting the production of consolidated results for the Board and Committees
• Working closely with, and challenging where necessary, Programmes teams and other departments to continue to improve processes and efficiencies
• Managing and continually improving finance systems effectiveness, ensuring data integrity and leading system-related projects

The successful candidate for this opportunity will:

• Be a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with experience at senior finance level within the Not for Profit sector
• Have excellent line management experience of both fully and part-qualified staff
• Be able to evidence strong examples of influencing senior leaders
• Have extensive experience working with, maintaining, and improving finance systems
• Be able to work in the organisation's City of London office 2 days per week

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Location:
Flexible (with travel to Birmingham and/or London once a week or as necessary)

Salary:
£69,665 per annum (plus £3,250 London allowance if applicable)

Contract Length:
Approximately 12+ months (to cover maternity leave and allow for handover)

About the Role:
A large complex organisation with an income of over £150m is seeking an experienced and dynamic Interim Financial Controller to join their finance team on a maternity cover basis. This role is pivotal in ensuring the financial health and compliance of the organisation during a period of significant change and transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a finance team of 10, including 4 direct reports.
• Oversee the production of annual statutory accounts and manage the audit process.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and statutory requirements.
• Support major transformation projects, including cost reduction, local service offer, and tech/data initiatives.
• Manage large DB pension liabilities and prepare for the tri-annual valuation.
• Improve financial processes, particularly in cash flow forecasting and VAT calculations.
• Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, audit partners, trustees, and executive directors.

Essential Criteria:

• Recognised CCAB (or equivalent) professional accountancy qualification.
• Significant experience in leading and developing teams.
• Extensive experience in managing financial and operational processes in the charity sector.
• Proven track record in producing or auditing annual statutory accounts.
• Experience of managing and delivering successful change within an organisation.
• Strong technical understanding of finance systems.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to make confident decisions and solve problems effectively.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Vena FP&A tool.

About the Candidate:
The ideal candidate is a team player with a great personality, capable of quickly building relationships and leading a team through change. You will have a strong background in charity finance and audit, with the ability to handle complex technical issues and improve financial processes. You will be comfortable working in a flexible environment and willing to travel as needed.

Application Process:
Interviews will be held ASAP (ongoing before advert closing date, may hire before the closing date). The successful candidate must be immediately available and able to start soon after, subject to pre-employment checks (DBS, credit, and employment referencing).

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