Finance Manager Jobs

Support Dogs is going through a period of exceptional growth including the development of a new centre of excellence in Sheffield. 

To truly be able to take the next step in our development, we need to invest to expand our Senior Leadership Team with the addition of a Finance Manager. 

This is a fantastic opportunity. We are facing an overwhelming demand for our services and this role will enable us to continue to grow and make an increasing impact in the lives of adults and children affected by epilepsy, autism and physical disabilities.

As the Finance Manager, you will work with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Trustees to ensure the charity’s finances are being utilised as intended and in line with the charity mission.

While the role will include;

• overseeing the day to day financial activities performed by the Finance Assistant who will report directly to you and;
• ensuring accuracy of the monthly reconciliations

the position will also play an important role in developing new finance processes and controls for the business, in addition to working strategically across all teams.

Part time 22.5 hours per week (with flexibility to work between the hours of 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday of which 7.5 hours per week must be worked in the office)

Finance Manager

About us: 

The Refugee and Migrant Forum of Essex and London (RAMFEL), is a not-for-profit organisation and one of the largest immigration and asylum advice charities in the UK, supporting refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants to access justice. An OISC level 3 accredited organisation, our focus is on providing immigration advice, destitution services, integration support and campaigning to improve the lives of refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants across London and Essex. We also actively campaign for a fairer and more humane immigration system.

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic individuals, and those who are migrants or refugees, and who have lived experience of the impact of UK immigration policy and/or of rough sleeping. This includes individuals with direct experience or experience gained through supporting family members with the challenges posed by immigration and asylum practices- those who have been or could have been clients of RAMFEL.

Purpose of the role: RAMFEL has grown significantly over the last few years, and we want to sustain our growth and diversify our income. Starting 25 years ago, we now support over 5000 people yearly with a few volunteers, 30+ staff and a turnover above one and half million pounds.

The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring that the financial systems in place at RAMFEL provide accurate and easily accessible information to the CEO, Board and other staff. You will work closely with the CEO and Head of Operations to ensure that financial monitoring and reporting enhance the governance and decision-making process for RAMFEL. You will ensure that the charity complies with all statutory and external financial requirements and regulations. This role will include business planning, reporting, and oversight of our financial systems.

We are looking for someone with experience within the charity sector who is happy to get hands-on and can adapt and oversee the finance systems of the charity. You will be capable of supporting colleagues at all levels and improving their financial understanding of the projects they are involved in. You will be a self-motivated individual who can work on your own initiative. This role is central to maintaining our financial health and advancing our mission. You will oversee budgets, forecasting and management accounts while ensuring robust financial systems are in place. This role is for someone who wants to have a positive impact on the lives of people and help drive this organisation forward.

Terms: £37,500 - 45,000 per annum / negotiable depending on experience.  28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, 6% pension contribution, cycle to work scheme, tech scheme, and employee assistance program.

Relationships: Reports to the CEO and works closely with the Senior Management team and the Treasurer. This post-holder will actively participate in the Board’s finance subcommittee meetings, providing descriptive and predictive data for areas of responsibility to inform decision making.

Hours of work:

We are looking for a candidate for either a full time or part time position (minimum of 3 days a week). Part time employees will receive additional support from our external bookkeeper, while full time employees will take on a more independent role.

Please refer to the job description doc. for more details and application instructions.

Finance Manager

We Are Seeking a Finance Manager to lead the financial strategy and operations of a global charity working to create positive change in communities worldwide.

Position: Finance Manager

Salary: £38,000 - £43,000 per annum

Location: Remote, with occasional travel

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Closing Date: 12th February 2025

About the Role

The Finance Manager will oversee and manage the financial strategy, operations, and compliance of the Foundation. You will lead the Finance Team, ensure robust financial planning and reporting, and support the charity’s long-term sustainability. Working closely with the leadership team, you will contribute to strategic decisions and provide financial guidance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Managing financial operations, including payroll, cash flow, and multi-currency transactions.
• Ensuring compliance with UK charity regulations and laws.
• Preparing financial reports for trustees, donors, and other stakeholders.
• Supervising the Finance Officer and supporting team development.
• Managing the audit process and implementing recommendations.
• Supporting fundraising efforts by preparing budgets and contributing to strategy.
• Monitoring and mitigating financial risks while maintaining robust internal controls.
• This role is pivotal in maintaining GDF’s financial health and aligning financial decisions with the organisation’s mission and values.

About You

Are you looking to put your financial skills towards a meaningful cause? And use your expertise to make a real difference? We are seeking an experienced and proactive finance professional with a strong background in charity financial management to work with a values-driven organisation that empowers change makers worldwide. 

Essential skills and experience include:

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CCAB, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a senior financial management role within a charity or non-profit.
• Strong knowledge of UK charity finance regulations.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Proficiency in financial software (QuickBooks required).
• Experience with donor-funded projects and multi-currency transactions.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication abilities
• Experience in dealing with multiple currencies and managing payment to and from high risk geographical locations
• Skills in training and capacity-building for finance and non-finance staff.

About the Organisation

The charity works with changemakers to help communities and environments flourish. They have over 20 years of experience in finding integrated solutions to interconnected environmental and social crises. They support changemakers operating at varied scales- enhancing their impact through organisational development, capacity building, leadership training, mentoring, networks of solidarity and resource mobilisation. They bridge the gap between the grassroots and the global, to help preserve biodiversity, promote sustainable livelihoods and build better relationships with the planet.

The charity is committed to inclusion, collaboration, and ethical practices. Join today to make a meaningful impact in communities worldwide!

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Head of Finance, Fundraising Finance Manager, or International Finance Officer. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

The Bath Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling offers you:

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• An excellent starting salary and a generous contribution-based pension scheme with The People’s Pension (5% Employer and 3% Employee contributions).
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
• A beautiful historic building in central Bath close to all transport links

We are looking for a motivated finance professional who:

• Has formal accountancy qualifications and appropriate post-qualifying experience
• Wishes to work in the not-for-profit sector and has a commitment to the charitable aims of BCPC.

We are proud that the work of BCPC’s counselling and psychotherapy trainees and graduates has supported many thousands of clients in our community over the past 40 years. If you would like to be a central part of the team ensuring the long-term financial health, stability and direction of BCPC then please contact us today!

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. People of colour, disabled people and people from marginalised racial groups are currently underrepresented in the counselling and psychotherapy professions and allied organisations. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled and/or from a racially marginalised group, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.

At Humanimal Trust we passionately believe that humans and animals should benefit from equal medical progress. Do you wish for a future where all patients matter whatever the species? As the Administartion and Finance manager you will enable the charity to operate in an organised, efficient and effective manner. This vital, varied and senior role in a small team involves a range of key functions, proactively supporting the CEO and Board of Trustees. It encompasses a range of business support functions, including book keeping, HR administration, coordination and monitoring of projects, office management, developement of policies and procedures, and will also hold the position of Company Secretary.

Position: Administration and Finance Manager

Accountable to: CEO

Responsible for: Administration Assistant

Location: Remote working, with occasional in person time.

Full time

Circa £40,000

Responsibilities:

• Provide executive support and guidance to the CEO and Chair of the Board of Trustees
• Ensure the Trusts records for the Charity Commission for England and Wales and for the Scottish Charity Regulator are always up to date and any changes in relevant law and guidance are communicated to the CEO and Board
• Manage dailyadministrative activities
• Take ownership of data entry, retrieval and database maintenance
• Liase and manage external providers. Contract negotiation
• Resonsible for Trusts book keeping and financial reporting
• Take accountability for invoices and expenses
• Liaise with payoll bureau to accurately process salaries
• Administer uto enrolment pension scheme
• Support the designated Data protection Officer by advising on obligations, monitoring compliance and training staff
• Contribute to and support the delivery of the strategic business plan
• Review policies, procedures,staff handbooks and the Governance Manual to an agreed rolling schedule
• Ensure appropriate infrastructure is in place and colleagues are trained in the use of CRM systems, and communications and engagement platforms

Closing date: 2nd March 2025

First Interview: w/c 10th March 2025

Finance Lead         

Remote working with flexible hours | 3 days per week |  £350/day |  Initial 6 month contract with rolling extension  

This is a pivotal role supporting our Senior Management Team to make the future fairer and improve the sustainability of our business.

About the School of International Futures (SOIF)

School of International Futures (SOIF) is a global non-profit collective of practitioners in strategy and policy for current and future generations. Our vision is a better, fairer, more sustainable world for current and future generations.  We achieve this by empowering people to use participatory futures and foresight to drive societal transformation through their organisations, communities, and countries.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a Finance Lead to support our agile and values-driven non-profit business to grow whilst balancing financial sustainability.  Reporting to the Operations Director, this role will involve working with our Senior Management Team to shape our financial strategy, deliver our plans, and improve the way we work. You will manage a financial accountant.  They carry out all routine finance processes and this role is focussed on quality assurance, finance strategy, and developing our approach to managing grants.  We use Xero for our financial platform and most of our financial management tools and reporting are in Google Sheets, slides, and docs.

Responsibilities 

These include;

1. Finance strategy
2. Grant management
3. Management Information
4. Cashflow management
5. Process improvement

Experience and skills

The following are essential skill requirements for this position:

• Accountancy qualification - AAT,  ACA, ACCA or CIMA
• At least 5 years experience working as a Finance Lead or at a senior level in an organisation that delivers project-based and/or non-profit work
• Fluent English speaker with excellent written English (additional languages a bonus)

Experience in using Xero (our finance platform) and Google Sheets is desirable.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SOIF is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Application process

To apply, please upload your CV, and a tailored cover letter that outlines how you meet the listed capabilities, essential, and desirable experience, and respond to 4 specific questions related to the key skills and experience above on our website. We value authentic, thoughtful responses and encourage you to share your insights and experiences. Please note that overly generic or AI-generated answers may not effectively demonstrate your suitability for the role.

To completethe application, answer each of the four questions on our jobs portal

• Provide some examples of how you have supported and challenged senior leaders with different levels of finance experience to deliver results
• Describe your experience with forecasts and budgets and how you have tailored your approach to meet the organisation's needs
• Describe your experience of setting up grant policies and processes and managing grants
• Describe your experience of managing cash flow and financial risk in a small or growing organisation including short-term treasury management

Closing date: 10:00 PM (UK/BST), Sunday, 16th February 2025.

First-round interviews: Week commencing 24th February 2025.

Second-round interviews: Week commencing 3rd March 2025.

Ivy Rock Partners are delighted to be partnering with a leading international children’s charity based in Central London to support in their search for a Finance Manager. With a mission centred around giving children and young people in best start in life, they work to create lasting change through powerful global campaigns and programmes.

Along with a clear mission, the charity boasts a 4-day working week (Mon-Thurs) and hybrid working options (3 days in the office every fortnight). This is a newly created position, working in a small, supportive and collaborative finance team.

About the role:

The Finance Manager will work closely with the finance team to maintain a strong control environment and meet all internal and external financial compliance and reporting commitments. The role holder will support the work of two Finance Officers and report to the Finance Director.

Role Requirements:

• Manage and deliver the financial information required to the senior management team
• Assist in the delivery of the relevant financial information to key internal stakeholders
• Actively identify and implement improvements within the finance environment
• Maintain the integrity of the ledger with effective internal controls
• Continual appraisal of and improvement to financial systems
• Produce monthly and quarterly management and financial reports
• Monitoring performance against budgets
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts, government reporting,submissions to Trustees
• Preparation of supporting schedules for statutory accounts in line with the year-end requirements
• Submission of VAT and Gift Aid returns
• Monitoring cash flows and management of funds

Essential Requirements

• Fully qualified, part qualified, or QBE
• Working knowledge of IRIS/ PSF
• Experience of preparation of management and financial reports
• Candidates from all sectors are encouraged to apply, but an interest in supporting the work the charity undertakes in supporting vulnerable children globally is a must.

What’s on offer?

• A 4-day work week (Mon-Thurs)
• A salary of £48,000 – £50,000 per annum
• Hybrid working (3 days every fortnight)

Role:      Finance Manager

Salary:    £38.000

Location:    Work remotely 

Status:  Full time (35 hours per week) permanent. 

Part time will be considered 4 days per week minimum

Reports to:    Executive Director

     Treasurer

Start date:             ASAP

Closing Date for Applications: Sunday the 9th of February

Online finance test: Friday the 14th of February

Online interviews: Thursday the 20th of February

About Children Change Colombia

Children Change Colombia is a UK registered charity with 33 years' experience in defending children's rights in Colombia. Today we are the UK's largest charity working exclusively in Colombia. We work with children whose rights to a safe, happy childhood, and a fulfilling future, are threatened by poverty, inequality and violence. We work with the children most at risk, to keep them safe and defend their rights in the long term, to tackle neglected issues that few others address and to strengthen children's organisations.

Through local partnerships, we currently work on three neglected issues:

• Sexual and gender-based violence 

• Access to education

• Forced recruitment into armed groups and reintegration into society

We believe that, with knowledge of their rights and the confidence to assert them, children can transform their own lives, their communities and Colombia itself.

We are a small and lively organisation and you will quickly become an essential part of our friendly team, involved in all areas of discussion and supporting the many areas of our work. Since 2020, we have tripled the number of beneficiaries and doubled our number of projects, geographical areas of work, and annual income —all while keeping administrative costs low.

In 2024 alone, our programs positively impacted the lives of 4,320 children and 1,920 adults in Colombia, plus 126 children from London, and their families. We also conducted three workshops with our local partners - online and in person - as part of our capacity-building programme. In 2024 we supported 7 local grassroots organisations with 11 different projects.

Purpose of the role:

• To keep the Executive Director and Trustees informed on the charity’s financial status through the production of management accounts and other financial reports 

• To introduce and supervise the implementation of systems, procedures and controls to ensure the smooth running of the charity’s finances and maximise accountability.

• To ensure that Children Change Colombia complies with its statutory obligations – specifically those relating to Charity Commission, Companie House and Inland Revenue.

• To work closely with the Executive Director to help run CCC.

Key Financial responsibilities

UK Finance:

• Prepare annual consolidated statutory accounts, guaranteeing compliance with SORP requirements, liaising with external examiners, consolidating with Colombian accounts.

• Prepare monthly management accounts, regular analytical reports on budget performance and cash flow forecasts for Executive Director (ED), Trustees and Treasurer at Finance Committee meetings, highlighting any specific areas of concern.

• Attend Finance Committee and Board meetings.

• Check and authorise bank payments and transfers in the UK office.

• Data input into Quickbooks of all accounting transactions, monthly reconciliation of 10 UK bank accounts, plus all balance sheet accounts. Keep the chart of accounts up-to-date, create new income or expenditure accounts and restricted funds when necessary, and ensure these correspond correctly with live projects.

• Run the monthly payroll & pension process.

• Maintain procedures and financial controls, ensuring their compliance with Charity Commission and Companies House guidelines and guaranteeing their application by Fundraising and Project Management teams.

• Coordinate production of the annual income and expenditure budgets (full budget and unrestricted budget). Enter these onto Quickbooks, to allow Actuals v Budget reports to be run from Quickbooks. Also create a mid-year re-forecast.

• Process grant transfers to the Colombia Office, to ensure project funds and Colombian operating costs are cash flowed in a timely manner.

• Oversee financial reporting for statutory and large funding sources.

• Prepare and submit Gift-Aid returns. Enter Gift Aid declarations onto the database.

• Update Finance Manuals for the London office and the Colombia Office annually.

• Provide guidance and financial information as requested by all.

• Liaise with Programmes regarding our partners & their accounts i.e. their financial health.

• Assist with funding applications, project budgets & financial reporting to funders.

• Download and code monthly fundraising reports for all online income platforms (including CAF, Donorbox, JustGiving, Benevity, Stewardship, Facebook) and Payroll Giving platforms (including Charitable Giving, Charities Trust). Code into Quickbooks.

• Process all cheques received into the office by scanning, coding and depositing into the bank; and compile a list of donors to be thanked.

• Maintain the list of Major Donors.

• Maintain the Newsletter income analysis document.

• Annually recalculate the Reserves traffic light values for monitoring unrestricted reserves.

• Monitor Treasury management under the approval of the Treasurer, manage savings accounts, open new savings accounts when needed, ensure funds are held within the Financial Services Compensation Scheme safety levels.

Colombia Finance

• In collaboration with JGS (our Colombian accounting firm) process and approve all Colombian payments to partners, suppliers, core staff and project staff.

• Ensure supporting documents are provided for all Colombian expenditure and file on the drive accordingly.

• Enter all Colombian financial transactions onto Quickbooks using the correct exchange rates, and ensure details match those recorded by JGS in Siigo Nube.

• Monitor expenditure in Colombia against the Colombia office budget and project budgets.

• Reconcile 2 Colombian Bank accounts and 1 Colombian credit card on a monthly basis.

• Consolidate Colombian annual accounts into CCC’s UK consolidated annual accounts.

• Check the  Fundraising Grants Tracker monthly to ensure the project funds match the information recorded on Quickbooks.

• Lead a monthly meeting to ensure all staff  are aligned with the latest project details.

Key Governance responsibilities:

• Keep Charity Commission and Companies House records updated and ensure that annual accounts and annual returns are submitted on time.

• Inform Charity Commission and Companies House of any changes to constitution or Trustee membership. 

• Ensure CCC complies with Inland Revenue requirements and the Colombia equivalent.

• Ensure CCC’s insurance policies are renewed and reviewed annually on time. And that all projects are correctly covered by liability insurance.

• Ensure CCC remains up to date in meeting its obligations set by the Pensions Regulator.

• Support maintaining the financial aspects of the Risk Register.

• Renew the annual Microsoft Office and Antivirus subscriptions, providing links to all relevant staff.

• Monitor the info@childrenchangecolombia account, forward emails to relevant staff.

• Write Finance Committee minutes after each meeting.

Key HR responsibilities:

• Ensure staff understand their choices regarding pension deductions.

• Calculate entitlements and set up the annual leave chart annually.

• Calculate annual salaries based on pay rises or changes approved by the Finance Committee.

• Send expense claim & DBS information to new Interns, and pay their monthly expenses.

• Support updating HR policies.

• Run DBS checks for all staff, Trustees and volunteers, making sure these are renewed every 3 years, and keeping records of these.

Person Specification:

Essential

• A professional accounting qualification and- or finance experience

• Experience working in the Charity Sector ideally International Development

• A sound understanding of the need to differentiate between unrestricted and restricted funds

• Proven experience of using computerised accounting systems

• Experienced leading on the budgeting and forecasting process

• Experience of working in a cross-cultural environment

• Good IT skills, including proficiency in MS Word and Excel

• Accuracy and attention to detail, as well as the ability to maintain a management and strategic overview of the finance function

• Great interpersonal and communication skills

• Empathy with the aims and objectives of our organisation

• Ability to use QuickBooks or similar accounting software

Desirable

• Basic Spanish - spoken and written. We can offer Spanish lessons.

• Ability to use Civi CRM Database

Application Process

To apply please send your CV (2 pages max) and a short cover letter (1 page max) to Executive Director, Angela Carreno. In the cover letter please state clearly why you want this role and the skills and experience you possess relevant to this post and how you meet the person specification.

We will acknowledge all applications, but to minimise administrative costs we cannot provide feedback if you are not preselected for an interview.

Children Change Colombia is committed to equality of opportunity and to non-discrimination for all applicants and employees, and we seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce regardless of gender, race, religious beliefs, nationality, ethnic/national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. We particularly encourage applications from people with diverse Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI), as well as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates and people with disabilities. Diversity is not just a legal requirement for us, but the value found in our differences adds enormously to our work and enriches our lives.

Are you a skilled Finance Manager seeking a short-term challenge? Do you have experience overseeing the month end close process? Are you looking for an opportunity to work for a fast-growing organisation? If so, please read on…

My client is a leading charity based in central London seeking an interim Finance Manager to bolster their finance team on a 2-month temporary basis.

The main responsibilities of the interim Finance Manager are:

• Creation and posting of journals.
• Overseeing the month end process.
• Production of balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review and approval of finance colleague's journals.
• Run gift aid report and create accrued income journals.

My client is looking for:

• Experience of working within the charity sector is essential.
• Experience providing support or oversight to transnational finance colleagues.
• Ability to learn the role quickly and hit the ground running.
• Experience working with different departments or teams within an organisation.

My client can offer a flexible approach to working, with 1 day a week going into the office based in central London and the rest worked remotely.

Applications are under constant review and the post can close early if the right candidate is found. Please apply immediately if this role is of interest.

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.

Part-Time Finance Manager 

Location: Worcestershire

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About Us

Headway Worcestershire is a local, independent charity dedicated to supporting adults impacted by acquired brain injuries throughout Worcestershire. We provide specialised services, information, and support to survivors, their families, and caregivers.

Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve their aspirations and lead fulfilling lives, while fostering a community of respect and understanding.

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join our team on a part-time basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our charity’s impact by providing vital payroll, finance, and administrative support.

The Role

As Finance Manager, you will report directly to the CEO and be an integral part of the Senior Management Team. You will ensure our financial processes run smoothly and effectively, enabling the organisation to meet its objectives and maintain compliance with financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage the monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy and timely salary payments.

• Liaise with our external payroll provider and ensure compliance with pension schemes, HMRC, and union contributions.

• Maintain and reconcile financial records using Xero accounting software, including bank transactions, credit card statements, invoices, and aged debtor reports.

• Audit cash payments, produce daily reports, and manage banking of all cash and cheque receipts.

• Negotiate competitive contracts with utility suppliers and audit direct debit payments for gas, electricity, water, and telecoms.

• Prepare financial reports for board meetings, track restricted donation expenditures, and maintain audit-ready documentation.

• Provide administrative support, including minute-taking, secure document disposal, and handling telephone communications.

• Support the CEO and team in identifying and implementing strategies to improve organisational efficiency.

About You

We are looking for someone who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment and has strong attention to detail. You will bring excellent organisational skills and be comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent.

• Proven experience in payroll processing and pension administration.

• Proficiency in Xero accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial procedures.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines.

• A commitment to the highest standards of confidentiality and work ethics.

What We Offer

• The chance to be part of a compassionate and impactful charity.

• Flexible part-time hours to support work-life balance.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

This Appointment is subject to a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Join us at Headway Worcestershire and make a difference in the lives of those impacted by acquired brain injuries.

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Sightsavers are looking for a Subsidiary Finance Executive – to help support our financial transactions and processes as well as internal and external reporting requirements.

Salary:    Up to £38,475.00- salary will be pro-rated for part-time hours

Location:     UK remote - with occasional travel to Haywards Heath, when required

Contract:Permanent

Hours:     This is a part-time role (3 -4 days per week) with some flexibility around hours worked and lots of home working

We are looking for a well organised and experienced Finance Officer with a proven track record of delivering to deadlines in a busy and dynamic environment. This is a varied role that will process transactions, perform reconciliations, and help ensure that financial controls and policies are followed across the charity and its trading subsidiaries.

Key duties will include:
• Supporting the Subsidiary Finance Manager in ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial records and the preparation and delivery of the subsidiary statutory reports and external audits within agreed timetables.
• Assisting with the monthly close process of the subsidiary ledgers, preparing recurring monthly journals to deadline.
• Performing reconciliations of the subsidiary ledgers to review non-bank balance sheet and key profit and loss accounts monthly to ensure the accuracy of the monthly management accounts, maintaining appropriate documentation to support the audit.
• Preparing necessary journals to rectify and clear incorrect or irrelevant balances and mis-postings in the subsidiary ledgers
• Monitoring and actioning the subsidiary finance service desk tickets
• Liaising with the group accounting team, treasury team and subsidiary offices to ensure accuracy of information in the subsidiary ledgers and efficiency of processes.
• Driving continuous improvement

This is an ideal opportunity to build on your existing finance and accounting experience within a supportive and proactive team. We are looking for an individual with a high level of IT (Information Technology) skills, especially in integrated accounting and reporting platforms. You will have strong written and oral communication skills and be comfortable communicating with a range of stakeholders. To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Previous experience in finance and accounting areas
• Previous experience of performing reconciliations
• Understanding of the International Charity Sector and regulatory environment.
• A relevant professional accounting qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) or be part qualified with relevant experience

Please read the full job description for further details.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying. Please note that there will be an expectation that you can occasionally visit our modern and collaborative offices in Haywards Heath, West Sussex (RH16 3BW).

We anticipate that remote interviews will take place on Thursday 13 and Thursday 20 February 2025 and the evaluation process may include a role-specific task to be completed by shortlisted candidates in advance of this.We are keen for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible. Please note that this role must be worked from the UK and applicants must have existing and ongoing Right to Work in the UK. 

The Senior Finance Manager is a new role at Bite Back and will lead our financial management, practices and policies. We are a relatively new non-profit, established in 2019, and have now grown to a staff team of nearly 30 people with a turnover of £2.3 million. 

Bite Back was initially housed within the umbrella of our founder’s company, the Jamie Oliver Group, and in the past 18 months we have decoupled our finances and operations and become a fully independent non-profit. We have further work to do to strengthen our financial management as part of this independence and to support our growth. We are increasingly receiving restricted funds and contracts for service and expect this type of funding to grow this year.

It is an exciting time for a Senior Finance Manager to join the team and be involved in the strategic and operational development that we need to support Bite Back through its next phase of growth. 

Responsibilities

The Senior Finance Manager is responsible for:

Statutory Reporting

• Work alongside the Finance and Administrative Executive to support the Director with financial reporting for the audit in line with SORP regulations. 

• Coordinate with the Finance and Administrative Executive to prepare all schedules for the annual audit and support the relationship with the auditors.  Co-ordinate all audit, accounting and taxation services.

• Carefully monitor VAT applicable earnings, and provide appropriate forecasts to ensure statutory VAT registration obligations are met.

• Completion & submission of Annual Returns for Charity Commission and Companies House.

• Lead with the pension providers to resolve issues, and ensure that all pension deductions are paid within the statutory period after deduction. 

• Prepare and submit Gift Aid claims as required. 

Financial Management

• Support the Director with the preparation of quarterly management accounts and associated narrative reports for the board of trustees, attending and minuting finance sub-committee meetings. 

• Work closely with the Finance and Administrative Executive and the Director to ensure efficient financial management for Bite Back, making recommendations on systems, controls and processes to resolve challenges and ensure robust and accurate financial governance. 

• Accountability for all month end processes resulting in accurate monthly Management Accounts, restricted fund reports and updated cash flow. Support the extended leadership team to monitor budgets and financial performance. Investigate and explain variances of budgets to actuals.

• Work with the Director and the extended leadership team to forecast income and expenditure quarterly and annually. 

• Ensure effective processes are in place for resource allocation, cost control and performance monitoring. 

• Work with the Director to research, identify and implement tech based solutions that strengthen controls and drive efficiencies across expenses management and invoicing approvals to deliver an improved financial service for our team and suppliers.

• Lead on the control of costs throughout the organisation and work closely with the Operations and Contracts Manager to ensure that all procurement offers best value.

Financial Policies and Controls

• Ensuring that there are financial policies and procedures in place that cover all areas of the team’s governance and compliance responsibilities. 

• Manage the charity’s finances alongside the Finance and Administrative Executive and the Director to ensure good financial controls are in place and that sound and appropriate practices are maintained.

• Work closely with the People and HR Manager to support the relationship with the outsourced payroll provider, ensure accurate and timely payment of staff. Complete monthly reconciliations and journals for payroll.

• Oversee the monthly credit card reconciliations for the team, following up with the Finance and Administrative Executive as needed for internal coding and sign off as well as managing the credit card platform. Be the point of expertise on the credit card use policy, advising team members and monitoring compliance. 

Revenue Generation and Monitoring

Work closely with the Grants and Fundraising Manager, Director and CEO to:

• Monitor all income and grant payments, keeping the relationship leads informed of any payment delays and liaise with them on queries. 

• Provide close and compliant management of restricted revenue, ensuring appropriate cost allocations.

• Support the preparation of funding budgets and the production of financial grant reports, ensuring strategies are implemented that demonstrate value for money across Bite Back’s activities and services.

• Support relationships with funders and ensure grants are accounted for in terms with the grant agreement.

• Any other duties as reasonably required.

Skills / Experience

We recognise that the list below is broad and we realise that the “ideal candidate” doesn’t really exist. What we will be looking for as we evaluate applications is demonstrable experience in at least some of these, and evidence of capacity to build skills in other areas. Please don’t be put off applying for one of our jobs because you can’t demonstrate every skill. If you're passionate and excited about working for us, and possess the main skills and experience we are looking for, go ahead and apply. You could be just what we are looking for!

The ideal candidate would have the following experience and qualities:

• Relevant accounting qualification e.g. CIMA or equivalent with minimum 2/3 years post qualification experience. 

• Strong understanding of accounting procedures legislation and an understanding of charity SORP.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Excel, Google sheets and familiarity with typical accounting packages such as Xero, Quickbooks or other similar. 

• Demonstrated track record of financial management experiences including budgeting and financial reporting to a leadership team. Ability to analyse financial information and present this in a suitable format for the audience.

• Good understanding of the principles underpinning financial planning in non-profit environments and ways to demonstrate impact and value for money.

• Effective communication skills, including written, and the ability to convey complex financial information to a non-financial audience.

• A proven track record in charity management and a good understanding of the environment in which charities operate.

• Payroll, PAYE and pensions policies, processes and legislation. 

• Good understanding of the principles underpinning financial planning and of demonstrating impact and value for money.

Senior Finance Manager
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + discretionary bonus (up to 10%)
Contract: Full-time, permanent

Our client is a purpose-driven firm providing scalable finance and operations support to charities and mission-led organisations. Since its founding in 2014, the organisation has integrated effective finance teams into each partner organisation, empowering them to focus on their mission.

The accountancy is currently seeking a Senior Finance Manager to lead the finance function for a portfolio of charity clients based in London. The role will involve overseeing finance assistants and reporting to a Finance Director.

What the Role Involves
The Senior Finance Manager will be the primary contact for a portfolio of charities, delivering end-to-end finance support, including:

• Financial Management & Reporting
  • Prepare management accounts and cash flow forecasts.
  • Lead budget-building and long-term financial planning.
  • Produce year-end accounts and liaise with auditors.
• Operational Finance
  • Oversee payroll, reconciliations, and pay runs.
  • Ensure efficient day-to-day financial accounting for clients.
  • Support charities with funding proposals and donor reporting.
• Strategic Support & Leadership
  • Present financial updates to Boards and senior leadership teams.
  • Provide expert financial advice to help organisations make informed decisions.
  • Continually review and improve financial policies, systems, and procedures.

What The Organisation Is Looking For
The firm is looking for an experienced finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The ideal candidate will have:

• Finance knowledge – either qualified or experienced.
• Experience producing management accounts & external reporting.
• Proficiency in SME accounting software & strong Excel skills.
• Project & time management skills – ability to juggle multiple clients.
• Excellent communication & stakeholder management skills – comfortable working with Boards and senior leaders.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach – able to work independently.
• Experience in the charity/third sector (desirable but not essential).
• An enthusiastic, personable nature with strong people skills, able to build positive relationships with clients and internal teams.

Application Process
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and the advert may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed.

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.

We are reviewing applications for this position on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible, to ensure you do not miss out!

World Jewish Relief provides life-saving and life-changing action to people in crisis around the world. We work with our trusted local partners to help people survive the consequences of conflict and disaster, to thrive and rebuild their lives. We deliver programmes using our expertise, with urgency to achieve maximum and sustainable impact for those within and beyond our community.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Finance Manager to join our Finance & Resources team. This is a new role responsible for improving finance processes and for building stronger financial literacy and financial management across the organisation.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading budgeting and forecasting processes for the organisation.
• Ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting for UK and International Programmes.
• Embedding a Business Partnering culture across the Finance department.
• Preparation of monthly cash flow statement and day to day treasury and investment management. 
• Reviewing and signing off monthly and quarterly reconciliations ensuring issues are rectified promptly.
• Reviewing & posting monthly payroll.  Make recommendations for any payroll process improvements to the Director of People & Culture.
• Devise and deliver training to budget holders and staff with financial responsibility to enable them to undertake their responsibility in an effective manner.

You should have:

• A recognised accountancy qualification.
• Relevant senior accounting and financial management experience in a medium sized charity, not for profit or public sector organisation.
• Excellent communication skills with experience of explaining complex financial information to non-financial staff and of delivering in-house training.
• Experience of producing regular management accounts, cash flow forecasts, budgets and other financial reports.
• Experience of running or inputting into monthly payroll process.
• Advanced excel and finance software skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy across every aspect of your work.
• A proactive, enthusiastic, flexible and open approach to engaging with colleagues, suppliers and supporters.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays. After 2 years’ service holiday entitlement increases to 25 days.
• Pension scheme – we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
• Life Insurance – up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
• Health Cash Plan – cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
• Season ticket / travel to work loan.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• On Friday the office closes at 3pm.
• We encourage flexible working and offer a range of flexible working options

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

World Jewish Relief promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We invite and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates of different ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation and of faith or none that meet the criteria set out for this role. You don’t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must share our desire to assist those who need help based on their vulnerability, not their identity, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.

To apply

Please upload your CV and answer the following application question:

We are looking for someone with demonstrable ability and aptitude to improve finance processes. As part of your application we are keen to understand your experience of process improvement.  In no more than 400 words please cover the following four points: outline the original process and the purpose it served; explain how you went about identifying its inadequacies; set out the steps you took to devise the improvements; explain the effect achieved both for the finance team and other beneficiaries.

Interview dates: 19th & 20th February (TBC)