Finance Manager Jobs in Battersea, Greater London
Home based or Hybrid
About us
Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. Since the 19th century, our crews have been risking their lives to save those who are in danger of drowning.
We're looking for an experienced Trusts and Grants Manager to join our Trusts and Grants team to look after a portfolio of prospects and grantmakers to help raise funds for our lifesaving work. This will be a full-time, permanent post. 4 days may be considered for the right candidate. Securing gifts from Trusts and Grantmakers will help bring our brave lifeboat crews home safely and provide the training and protective gear our crews and lifeguards need to save lives.
Your role
You will work as part of a supportive and collaborative team to help develop and steward a portfolio of Trusts, identifying new funders and projects and building sustainable long-term relationships with supporters in order to meet agreed financial targets and deliver our Trust fundraising strategy. You will:
- Manage the stewardship of a portfolio of Trust supporters, making timely applications, delivering targeted reports and developing relationships in line with your stewardship plans.
- Be responsible for developing your pipeline to research and apply to lapsed and prospective Trusts, Foundations and other grant-making bodies whose objectives and interests fit with our work.
- Work collaboratively with programme and finance colleagues across the RNLI to identify projects and creatively package exciting funding opportunities to open doors to new prospects.
- Build well-crafted, ‘stand-out’ grant applications and impact reports with detailed budgets and timelines that clearly demonstrate to funders the impact of their donations.
- Through emotionally intelligent relationship management, keep funders engaged and excited about our work and inspire them to continue to give.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders and regional teams to identify creative approaches to new and existing funders.
- As one of a small team of Trusts and Grant Managers, support the rest of the team by gathering and sharing project and third sector information.
- Maintain excellent record-keeping to ensure accurate reporting and grant management in line with GDPR and accounting good practice.
The role is offered as a homebased or hybrid role. Some travel will be required.
About you
We are looking for a highly motivated Trusts and Grants Manager with:
- Experience of prospecting for large gifts and managing large donor relationships in a Trust fundraising environment or very similar discipline.
- Experience of working with project managers to identify and create attractive funding packages.
- Excellent attention to detail with experience of writing high quality, creative and compelling fundraising proposals and reports.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and confidence in building internal and external relationships at all levels.
- Good personal resilience and an ability to work on your own initiative to manage projects and multi-task, plan and set priorities.
- A good understanding of the trust fundraising environment.
- A good understanding of financial reporting and experience in managing your own income pipeline.
- Excellent organisational skills with an understanding of the importance of good record-keeping.
So if you are an experienced fundraiser who enjoys relationship building and prospecting for new business, with an enthusiastic, creative and driven approach to supporting our organisation’s aim to reduce drowning, we would love you to join our team. Please apply via the button shown.
Closing date: 27 October 2024.
The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for nearly 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
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Purpose of the role
Are you passionate about providing grants to ground-breaking environmental charities around the world? This role offers the chance to develop and manage a portfolio of grants dedicated to this subject area. The broad themes of the programme are: the regulation and reduction of harmful chemicals and pollution; Protecting human health and biodiversity in environmental planning (including though promoting good environmental governance) and regulating harmful impacts of business and development projects. The Environment programme has a budget of approximately £7m in 2024.
Relationships and reporting lines
The Programme Officer will report to the Environment Programme Manager and will work closely with members of the Environment programme team, as well as the Executive and Deputy Executive Directors on matters of strategy. Additional key relationships include interaction with the Trustees, as well as collaboration with the Trust’s other programme officers and operations staff.
Working for the Trust
The Trust is committed to staff development. We offer various opportunities for staff to learn and develop, including an individual training budget, and management devoted to coaching and development of grant makers. We encourage staff to attend events such as conferences, expert and donor meetings, to keep abreast of the developments in the thematic and philanthropic fields.
The Trust is committed to being a good practice employer. We offer flexible working arrangements and are continuously reviewing staff benefits.
Main duties and responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to manage all stages of the grant making process, from invitation to application, award and reporting.
Programme Officer Duties:
- Making a contribution to the vision for and strategic direction of the Trust’s environmental grant-making portfolio;
- Identifying potential grant applicants by researching organisations in fields of interest to the Trust, networking and attending relevant events;
- Reviewing submitted applications, interviewing potential grantees, undertaking due diligence and preparing analytical reports and recommendations for Trustees;
- Reviewing reports submitted by grantees, evaluating and reporting on the impact of grants and signing off on grant payments;
- Managing the grant making pipeline to ensure efficiency of processes and an appropriate balance of recommendations across the Trust’s grant making meetings;
- Maintaining relationships and regular communication with grantees, including site visits and attendance at grantee events;
- Keeping informed of relevant developments including civil society activity, the regulatory environment and academic literature;
- Developing relationships with other donors and stakeholders in the field; and
- Representing the Trust externally at national and international conferences.
Other Duties:
- Carrying out similar duties for other programme areas as needed;
- Conducting research into particular thematic or funding related issues relevant for the Trust as needed;
- Such other duties as the Trust may reasonably require.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hybrid – you’ll be expected to be in the office at least 3 days per week or 60% of your working time in the office.
About us
City Bridge Foundation (registered charity 1035628) is a unique and historic charity, with origins dating back to 1097. Formally established by Royal Charter in 1282, CBF continues to play a vital role in London today. City Bridge Foundation’s primary purpose is to maintain and support five of London’s most iconic Thames Bridges and its secondary purpose is to deliver further impact through its charitable funding activities. The City of London Corporation is the corporate trustee of City Bridge Foundation.
City Bridge Foundation’s activities are supported by the returns from its £1.6 billion investment portfolio, part of which represents the historic endowment fund held by the charity. Without this fund, City Bridge Foundation would not be able to carry out its work supporting the people of London.
About you
As the Investments Analyst you will be responsible for supporting the effective operation of the Investment Committee of the charity, by the monitoring and reporting of the performance of our investment portfolio against agreed strategic targets.
Reporting to the Charities Technical & Strategic Finance Manager, this role would suit an enthusiastic finance professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for collaborating across teams. You will have a drive for understanding and developing impact measurement across our investments held.
You should also be able to demonstrate that you:
- are a fully qualified (CCAB or CIMA) accountant
- have relevant experience working in the charitable sector including working with larger charities with a minimum income of £30m, with investment portfolios of a minimum of £10m
- have practical knowledge of the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) that you can apply
- have the ability to organise and prioritise a range of diverse data with a focus on problem solving.
Previous experience of supporting investments held is not a pre-requisite of this role – the ability to apply your analytical skills to this activity is what we require!
Further information
This is a permanent contract role at 28 hours/week based in Guildhall, Central London. Flexible working arrangements are currently in place with a current requirement to attend the office 3 days per week pro-rata. Time can also be spent at the offices at Tower Bridge.
We are values-based and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity and inclusion is as important in our staff and governance as it is in our charitable activities. The City Corporation is a Disability Confident employer and positively welcomes applications from disabled people.
To be considered for this role and become part of a dynamic and expert team, please submit your application before the closing date.
Closing date: Noon, 24 October 2024.
Interviews will take place during the following week.
To apply online please click the apply button below.
The City of London Corporation want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do. The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable. We are committed to regularly benchmarking and reviewing pay across the whole organisation and against external sectors.
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.
We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the Organization
A leading organisation dedicated to enhancing women's healthcare globally, this professional membership association sets standards for clinical practice and advocates for women’s health, emphasizing high standards, innovation, and inclusiveness.
About the Role
An innovative and strategic organisation is on the lookout for a dynamic Director of Finance to join their leadership team. In this pivotal role, the successful candidate will spearhead the finance function, oversee financial operations, manage budgeting processes, and champion the long-term financial sustainability of the organisation. This position is crucial for ensuring financial stability while driving efficiency and fostering innovation to support the mission of improving healthcare outcomes worldwide within women.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a talented finance team in developing and executing financial strategies.
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, investment management, and cash flow.
- Drive operational efficiency through transformative systems improvements.
- Collaborate with leadership to ensure financial processes align with strategic objectives.
About the Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a strategic, detail-oriented finance professional with strong leadership and analytical skills. They should have extensive experience managing finance teams and a commitment to the organisation’s mission.
Requirements:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
- Significant leadership-level finance experience in public, private, or nonprofit sectors.
- Proven track record in strategic planning, budgeting, and taxation.
- Experience in system improvement and collaboration with non-financial teams.
Culture and Benefits
This organization offers a vibrant, values-led culture and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Flexible working options.
- Generous annual leave and festive season closures.
- Substantial pension contributions.
- Enhanced leave policies for maternity and adoption.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Lifestyle discounts.
For more information on this role please apply or contact Rosemary Pini at Allen Lane website.
Closing Date: 10:00 AM on 21/10/24
This organisation values diversity and is committed to being an inclusive employer, actively encouraging applications from candidates with varied backgrounds.
Head of Finance
We are looking for a Head of Finance to join the team in this pivotal role that is not just about managing finances—it's about driving our charity’s success and making a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and families.
If you're a qualified Accountant with extensive experience in a complex third-sector environment, we want to hear from you!
Position: Head of Finance
Location: Homebased
Salary: £60,126 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 23rd October 2024
You will be working for one of the UK's leading children's charities, firmly supported by Christian beliefs and values, helping to support disadvantaged children and their families through delivering projects to support children, young people, their families, and communities to find long-lasting solutions to the challenges they face.
The Role
As the Head of Finance Services, you will be at the heart of a mission that transforms lives. You will lead a passionate finance team, championing a culture of innovation and excellence.
By leveraging your expertise in the latest financial technologies and practices, you’ll ensure financial strategies are impactful and aligned with the charity’s mission. You’ll advise senior leadership and trustees, guiding critical decisions and ensuring every penny is used effectively. From overseeing all financial functions to leading the annual budgeting cycle and managing financial performance, your role will be dynamic and rewarding. You'll prepare vital financial reports, support capital investments, and spearhead cost-saving initiatives.
Your work will directly enhance the quality of programmes and the support the organisation provides, creating a brighter future for those we serve.
Join the team and be a driving force in making a lasting impact through financial stewardship and strategic leadership.
About You
We’re looking for an exceptional finance leader who is as passionate about transforming lives as we are. You thrive in leading finance teams through change, excel in financial planning and reporting, and have a knack for advising non-financial experts. Your expertise in online accounting systems, charity accounts, and internal audits will set you apart.
You're a strategic thinker with a flair for innovation, ready to leverage technology for financial excellence. With your commercial acumen and ability to inspire, you’ll drive cost-efficiency and growth while communicating complex financial insights with ease. Join us and be a pivotal force in enhancing our impact and creating brighter futures for children and families.
About the Organisation
An innovative leading children's charity delivering projects to support disadvantaged children, young people, their families, and communities, working with a range of partners to provide creative solutions including children and family centres, school counselling, preschool nurseries, family support and children affected by imprisonment and offending.
Benefits include:
- Continuous professional development
- Regular support through supervision, appraisal & well-being initiatives
- In house learning platform
- Generous pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
The charity is committed to making a positive impact, and we're looking for someone like you. If you're ready to take the next step in your fundraising career and make a lasting difference in the lives of those who need it most, we invite you to apply and be part of the team.
We actively encourage applications from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences. This post is subject to necessary safeguarding checks including an appropriate level DBS Disclosure. The organisation is a Living Wage Employer.
Other roles you may have experience with could include Finance, Head of Finance, Finance Director, Director of Finance, Finance Manager, Accountant, Business Accountant, Head of Finance and Operations, Company Accountant, Head Accountant.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
KCLSU is looking for a Junior Finance Assistant to work with the Finance team. The post holder will assist in delivering the finance and administrative function under external statutory bodies' financial regulations and procedures and compliance requirements, while contributing to our students' educational journey at King's College London.
Summary of the Post
- To assist in delivering the finance and administrative function under external statutory bodies' financial regulations and procedures and compliance requirements.
- To support the annual audit process with external auditors.
- To support preparing accurate, compliant, and complete management accounts, financial statements, and other information promptly.
Main Tasks
- Routine Finance Operations
- Dealing with day-to-day purchase invoices and reconciling to purchase order
- Set up payment online
- Reconcile purchase ledger accounts
- Reconcile daily income from different systems to cash banking, post daily banking into the system
- Raise sales invoices and reconcile sales ledger accounts
- Aged debtor chasing
- Assist with Bank reconciliation
- Assist with monthly management account tasks and adjustments
- Generate reports from the exchequer system
- Assist with Balance Sheet accounts reconciliation
- Routine control activities, i.e. stock check
- Other finance office tasks, i.e., cash services to trading areas/provision of change
- Answer general financial queries from staff, KCL students, and suppliers.
The successful candidate will:
- Demonstrate the ability to quickly and accurately pick up new tasks, and showcasing a string aptitude for learning new skills.
- To ensure that KCLSU internal and external stakeholders, including KCL students, receive the highest level of support, with a focus on service quality.
- Consistently deliver work of the highest quality in a timely manner demonstrating promptness, accuracy and efficiency.
- Play an integrated role within the Finance team and support the overall organizational function.
- Actively demonstrate KCLU values.
- Adhere to and promote the financial regulations of KCLSU.
- Have relevant degree in Finance or related business discipline, from an academic institution. Or, candidates actively working towards a Chartered Accountant qualification.
- Have hands-on experience with integrated accounting systems is essential, preferably Exchequer
- Have hands-on experience with every aspect of financial operations is essential
- Have previous experience in a similar role
- Know accounting concepts and relevant VAT regulations are essential.
- Understand data protection in the context of a membership organisation is desirable.
The list above is not exhaustive. For full role and candidate specific details, please review our Job Pack.
Application Process
If this sounds like you, please send a filled application form (including a supporting statement) alongside EOM form and send them to us.
You will see on our Job Pack that we are a equal opportunities employer and we live by our 4 main values: Inclusive, Collaborative, Open and Brave. KCLSU is a fun, social and flexible work environment which offers opportunities for development as well as great staff benefits.
Benefits of Working for KCLSU include:
- Hybrid Working Policy
- Pension Contribution
- Interest Free Season Ticket Loan & Computer Loan
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Enhanced Sick Pay
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Eye Tests & single focal glasses allowance
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and university closure days
- Discounts at KCLSU venues
- £30 wellbeing allowance per term
- Employee Assistance Programme
- "No meeting Friday" ethos
- Death in Service
At KCLSU Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of everything we do and we endeavor to ensure equal treatment of all candidates. We welcome a diverse range of applicants and are open to discussing flexibility with the right candidate. Reasonable adjustments will be made for candidates with disabilities at all stages of the recruitment and selection process, and to ensure that a successful candidate with a disability can undertake the post.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this role you must:
- Be eligible to work in the UK, and provide proof of this (i.e. a passport/visa) when asked by KCLSU. Please note that KCLSU is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
- Have a National Insurance number, or be in the process of applying for one
- Not be a trustee of King’s College London Students’ Union
KCLSU is an independent charitable organisation that works to further the interests of approximately 36000 students at King's College London. Join us!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you experienced Health and Safety Manager looking to take on a challenging and rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills and the autonomy to make the role your own? Working from home, the office and across multiple sites throughout the South East, you will be at the heart of H&S, driving performance and shaping a positive safety culture.
This is a new role within the South East Rivers Trust creating an exciting opportunity for the right person to shape and improve our health and safety. Using your knowledge, you will lead the development and improvement of H&S policies and practice, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. You will provide support and expertise, as well as identifying any gaps in our current systems and designing solutions to overcome them.
You will have proven experience and relevant qualifications, ideally in a similar environment, excellent communication and organisational skills which can be utilised whilst working with all stakeholders. This varied role will see you working primarily autonomously, carrying out H&S inspection and audits, developing policies, investigating accidents and ensuring risk assessments are completed. If you are looking for a varied role in this field working for a charity whose aim is to have a positive impact on our environment, manage your own time and develop new skills, this role could be for you.
About Us
The South East Rivers Trust (SERT), is the river restoration charity for the South East of England. Our vision is that rivers across the South East are clean, healthy and rich in biodiversity. Our mission is to restore and protect rivers and their catchments against multiple threats and a dramatically changing climate. We do this by:
• delivering evidence-based and nature-based solutions on land and in rivers;
• inspiring and empowering more people to protect rivers for the future.
Working at SERT is rewarding, fulfilling and busy. We work collaboratively and with passion, and this is reflected in our core values of: delivering high quality work, using expertise and scientific understanding, building good and effective relationships, and bringing positive energy to all we do. With rivers and catchments needing serious action to survive, our aims are growth and impact – so you’ll be comfortable with challenges and excited by change. If this sounds like an environment that you would thrive in, we would love to hear from you.
If you are interested in applying for this role please visit our website for more information, a full job description and application form.
How to Apply:
Please return the following documents:
- Your CV
- Completed Application for Employment
- Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form (optional)
The deadline for application is 11:59pm on 17th November 2024. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early.
Interviews will take place week commencing 25 November 2024
Please note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not sponsor applicants from overseas.
We help rivers thrive again for communities and nature.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Rights & Security International (RSI) is seeking a part-time Finance and Grant Management Officer to maintain our internal financial controls, assist with budgeting, and oversee our expenditures, especially by continually tracking our grant spending. The successful candidate will be a valued member of our friendly, dedicated team.
The successful candidate will bring a strong knowledge of good financial management practices for a small UK charity, and will be comfortable creating budgets and forecasts. We have a preference for candidates with experience in the UK charity sector, especially working with small or mid-size organisations.
**The successful candidate must have a right to work in the UK and plan to be based here.**
Person specification:
RSI is looking for a finance and grants management professional who has:
- An appropriate qualification or degree in a field such as finance or accounting.
- Experiencing managing the financial aspects of restricted and unrestricted grants for a small or mid-size UK charity.
- An ability to produce clear, persuasive and detailed reports in English.
- Experience with budgeting, managing accounts, tracking expenditures and preparing financial forecasts.
- Strong interpersonal skills a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.
- A strong commitment to RSI’s mission of upholding human rights and ending discrimination.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the expenditure of restricted and unrestricted grant funds; carry out grant monitoring and reporting.
- Supporting grant applications, for example by identifying needs and developing budgets.
- Assist with budgets and financial forecasts.
- Periodically review and update RSI’s internal financial controls.
- Assist with monthly management accounts and annual independent examinations.
- Review staff requests for reimbursement.
- Assist the Executive Director and Fundraising Officer in liaising with current and potential funders, as needed.
Application Details: If you are interested in this position, please upload your CV and answer the screening questions on Charity Job.
RSI strives to be diverse, equitable and inclusive. We treat all staff and interns like team members and encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work. We welcome applications from candidates from groups that have historically been underrepresented in the human rights, legal or policy fields, and/or who are from communities that have been directly impacted by the issues we address in our work. We also welcome applications from people who are re-entering the workforce after time away. All applications are considered on an equal-opportunity basis.
We offer flexible working hours.
About Us
Rights & Security International (RSI) stops human rights abuses committed in the name of national security. We challenge religious, racial and gender bias in national security policies and programmes, promote justice and transparency and ensure that voices of communities facing discrimination are heard.
By submitting your application, you consent to our processing and retention of your personal data to the extent, and for the time period, necessary to consider the application. We will keep your application on file for no more than six months.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
An established housing association in is looking for a Finance Director for a minimum of 6 months to join their fantastic Finance team. The organisation offers high-quality housing and support to the local community as they strive to improve the lives of the vulnerable in their area.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone from a housing association background, with strong leadership skills who is happy being strategic whilst also being hands on.
Requirements:
- Housing Association background
- Strong leadership skills
- Adept at leading on monthly management accounts
- Fully qualified accountant
Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of 15 finance members
- Production of management accounts
- Enable systems and processes to run smoothly
- Recommend strategies and polices to the CEO to improve the finance function
Please apply ASAP if you would like to hear more.
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.
Would you like to support a dynamic annual conference that brings together a diverse group of people to learn, be inspired and collaborate to achieve workplace justice and fight poverty and discrimination?
Workplace Justice is a new company limited by guarantee that has been created to take forward the annual New Organising Conference. The New Organising Conference is unique in bringing together a diverse group of participants - trade unions established and new, community organisers, not for profits, academics, lawyers and journalists, with a shared interest in worker rights. In July 2024, over 100 people delivered 57 different sessions to an audience of 240 people.
Overview of the role
This role, which will be largely remote, with regular online supervision and periodic meet-ups, offers the opportunity to support an important social justice initiative which has received hugely positive feedback from participants. You will have a high degree of autonomy, and a varied and interesting workload, as well as the opportunity to interact with and meet inspiring activists and educators. Because of the annual cycle of the conference, you will ideally be able to flex your working hours across the year, with the opportunity for a four week break after the conference.
Job description
To provide operational support for Workplace Justice and the New Organising Conference including finance, website, participant database, registration, social media and governance.
For more information please visit our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role
We are looking for an innovative and strategic Director of Finance to join the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG). In this key leadership position, you will lead our finance function, oversee the College’s financial operations, manage budgeting processes, and support the long-term financial sustainability of the organisation. This role is essential in ensuring financial stability while driving efficiency and innovation within the College to support the College’s mission of improving healthcare for women and girls worldwide.
What you will do:
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Lead the College’s finance team in development and delivery of the financial and commercial strategy
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Oversee financial planning, budgeting and the management of investments and cashflow
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Drive innovation and operational efficiency through systems improvement
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Collaborate with other teams and leadership across the organisation to ensure financial processes align with the College’s overall strategic objectives.
For the full list of key responsibilities, please check the recruitment pack.
About you
This position is well-suited to a strategic, detail-oriented and proactive finance professional who is looking to drive financial innovation, lead transformational change and contribute to the long-term financial sustainability of RCOG. You have a leadership and analytical skills with practical experience in managing finance teams, along with a strong commitment to the values and mission of the RCOG.
Requirements:
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Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent, with evidence of continued professional development.
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Wide-range leadership-level finance experience in the public, private or charity sector with a strong track record in strategic planning, budgeting and taxation
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Demonstrated success in system and process improvement and working with non-financial leadership teams
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Proven ability to lead and inspire teams and communicate complex financial information clearly.
Our culture and benefits
As a valued member of the team, you will be located in our stunning offices close to Borough Market. We offer a friendly; values led working culture with an excellent benefits package that includes:
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Agile and flexible working
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25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and office closure from 25 December to 1 January
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Up to 10% employer pension contribution after probation
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Enhanced occupational Maternity, Adoption, and Shared Parental leave policies
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Interest-free bike and season ticket after probation
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Tailored Learning and Development and study leave
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Affinity staff networks
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Free lunch in our Union Street office
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Employee assistance programme
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Life Assurance and Group Income Protection Schemes on joining the main pension scheme
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Lifestyle discounts
For a full list of the benefits we offer, please visit our careers site.
How to apply
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Click on Apply to be taken to our recruitment platform, Applied. Please visit our careers website, to download the full Job pack.
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Closing date: 10.00 am on Monday 28 October 2024.
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We encourage candidates to apply early and reserve the right to close the advert and appoint before the closing date.
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We will be interviewing candidates in the week commencing 4 November 2024.
We believe that diverse teams will deliver the best outcomes for women's healthcare and we strive to be an inclusive employer. We are therefore looking for candidates whose backgrounds, experience and identity enhance the diversity of our existing team. We are particularly encouraging applications from underrepresented groups at the College such as those from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and those with a disability. To find out more, please see our Diversity Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy on our careers site.
We are only accepting applicants with a right to work in the UK; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.
About us
The RCOG is a professional membership association dedicated to improving women’s health care across the world. We do this by setting standards for clinical practice, providing doctors with training and lifelong learning, and working with partners to advocate for women’s health and health care across their life course. We are a global leader in this specialist area, supporting 16,000 members in the UK and internationally.
We are a values-led organisation placing high standards, innovation, openness, inclusiveness and trust at the centre of all we do.
Location: Regional UK (Flexible / Hybrid Working Available)
Contract Type: Interim (3-6 months)
Salary: Competitive Daily Rate
About the Role:
We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Interim Head of Finance for a regional UK housing association. This role is pivotal in overseeing financial operations during a crucial transformation period. The successful candidate will ensure compliance and manage the day-to-day financial operations to support the organisation's mission of providing affordable housing and improving communities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day financial operations, financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes in alignment with organisational goals.
- Prepare and present accurate financial reports to the board and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
- Drive the implementation of financial systems and improvements in processes, specifically with Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Provide strategic financial insight and recommendations to senior management.
Key Requirements:
- Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
- Proven experience in a senior finance role, preferably within the housing or not-for-profit sector.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and experience in financial systems implementation.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Familiarity with housing finance regulations and compliance standards is advantageous.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is an exciting chance to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and community-focused environment. You will help shape financial strategies that directly influence the lives of residents and contribute to sustainable growth.
Please get in touch if you would be interested to discuss!
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.
About Black Thrive
Black Thrive Global (BTG) evolved from the work of the Black Thrive Lambeth Partnership, which was established in 2016. We exist to address the inequalities that negatively impact the mental health and wellbeing of Black people so that the thriving of Black communities is the norm.
Our guiding principle is that Black communities should be at the forefront of reimagining, redefining and co-creating a society where systemic racism and other oppressive systems have been dismantled so that they have fulfilling lives. We have two priorities – building a Black Thrive Research Institute and embedding race equity in systems change.
Job title: Head of Finance and Operations
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Manages: 1 x Finance Officer + 1 x Human Resources & Admin Manager + Dotted line management for all staff in different teams with finance and admin responsibilities
Geographic focus: All
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Hours: 37.5 per week (flexible working available)
Benefits: 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension contribution
Purpose of the role
The purpose of this role is to lead our finance and operations functions and support the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to implement management systems to efficiently run the business and achieve strategic objectives agreed by Global Black Thrive Board of Directors. This includes governance, finance, human resources, IT, legal, health and safety, and facilities management.
This role is strategic as well as multi-faceted and hands-on and will work collaboratively as part of Global Black Thrive’s Senior Leadership Team to
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Develop robust approaches to finance and operations and provide practical support for Black Thrive teams to manage their programmes and projects; and
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Support staff to take on delegated responsibility for finance, HR and operations and to develop their skills and knowledge base.
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Develop a Fundraising Strategy through creating comprehensive fundraising plans tailored to the organisation's needs and goals.
Duties and responsibilities
- Support the CEO to manage the organisation and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including finance, HR, health and safety, data protection, and deadlines for annual returns to Companies House, the Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies, and HMRC.
- Put in place governance and management systems to support the efficient operation of the business, and the achievement of strategic objectives and milestones agreed by the Global Black Thrive Board of Directors.
- Support in the development of Black Thrive’s internal Learning and development infrastructure, particularly with the Learning Week.
- Lead on strategic reviews of organisational policies and procedures and work with the CEO and colleagues to review, update and operationalise policies and procedures.
- Line manage Finance Officer and lead finance functions, including working with managers to prepare and monitor budgets, ensuring that there are appropriate financial controls and operational arrangements in place (including for outgoing and incoming invoices and grants), liaising with external accounting and payroll providers and training staff as required.
- Line mange the HR and Admin Manager and support with updating policies, rolling out strategic changes and communicating these companywide.
- Provide timely and accurate strategic financial management information to enable the Board of Directors, CEO and managers to have effective oversight and make strategic short-term and long-term decisions.
- Work with others in the organisation and support the Fundraising Strategy. This will also include strategies for creating our own independent funds that are not linked to an external funder.
- Support the CEO to fulfil their role as Designated Lead Officer for safeguarding, including updating the safeguarding policy, ensuring that it is given effect and maintaining a robust system of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and training for staff, associates, consultants and volunteers.
- Ensure the provision of effective day-to-day administration of HR functions, including induction, training, learning week organisation and appraisal systems
- Ensure effective management of premises, facilities, and equipment, including maintenance of an asset register.
- Stay up to date with trends and best practices in governance, finance and operations relevant to Global Black Thrive’s mission.
- Work with Global Black Thrive Directors to resolve disputes or disagreements that negatively impact on the achievement of objectives.
- Ensure compliance with legislation and policies relevant to the job role, including equality, safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and financial probity.
- Produce and deliver presentations, reports and other material relevant to the role.
- Occasionally work at weekends and in the evenings when required.
Please note: The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Head of Finance and Operations
E – Essential: requirements without which the job could not be done.
D – Desirable: requirements that would enable the candidate to perform the job well.
Qualifications and Experience
- Equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration or related fieldE
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial and operations in an organisation dealing with multiple and/or complex programmes and partnerships. E
- Experience in developing and implementing new systems and processes in start-up environments D
- Experience of using online accounting software e.g. Xero and setting up and maintaining financial and administrative systems that are compliant with data protection and privacy laws. E
- Experience of fundraising or generating funds for an organisation through grant applications, external funders or through fund raising events and activities. D
Ability, skills, knowledge - Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to balance “taking charge” with motivating others and supporting them to grow and develop. E
- A good track record of achieving objectives and meeting deadlines. E
- Excellent understanding of financial management and controls. E
- Knowledge of statutory frameworks relating to governance, finance, HR, health and safety and data protection and ability to ensure compliance.D
- Commitment to equality for all people as well as good knowledge and understanding of the experiences of Black people of African and Caribbean descent and a strong drive to address the factors which negatively impact upon their health and wellbeing. E
- Commitment to the key principles underpinning the Social Model of Disability. D
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. E
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including conveying complex information adaptable to people from different professional backgrounds and levels of seniority. E
- Excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, ability to multitask and to manage a heavy workload and competing priorities.E
- Ability to work at speed through ambiguity and uncertainty and remain calm under pressure. D
- Ability to remain enthusiastic, optimistic and solutions-focused in the face of adversity and to deliver tangible results with minimal supervision. E
- High level of digital competence to support strategic and operational goals. D
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required but we will treat applicants who have a criminal record fairly and will not unreasonably discriminate because of a conviction or other information revealed.
Please ensure your cover letter demonstrate how you meet the requirements for this role and explain why you would like to work for Global Black Thrive.
We exist to change the odds stacked against Black people by embedding race equity into systemic change so that thriving is the norm not the exception
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Us
Population Matters is an environmental charity, working to ensure that our population can co-exist in harmony with nature and prosper on a healthy planet.
We campaign for people to consider choosing smaller families and to consume sustainably; we believe in a multifaceted approach to confronting climate change and tackling biodiversity loss.
Our vision is of a future in which our population co-exists in harmony with nature and prospers on a healthy planet, to the benefit of all.
Our mission is to drive positive, large-scale action through fostering choices that help achieve a sustainable human population and regenerate our environment.
You
Are you an expert fundraiser with a background in legacies and individual giving? Are you looking for a role that gives you the autonomy to shape and grow an individual giving, legacy and in-memory fundraising programme?
We are entering a new five-year strategy period and are looking for someone to take a strategic, long-term approach to maximising income and engagement in these areas. Your evidence-based approach will capitalise on firm foundations, in terms of our setup and our strong financial position.
If your application is successful, you will form part of a growing peer group of managers as the organisation’s recent successes means it grows, professionalises and increases its focus on impact.
How we’ll do things
Population Matters is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age and all other categories protected by law.
We will use blind recruitment practices to minimise unconscious bias.
The deadline for applications is midday on Monday 28 October. We will hold first interviews on 5 and 6 November, remotely, with Sho Nair, Head of Fundraising and Engagement, and Ben Stallworthy, Digital and Communications Manager. We will hold second interviews on 14 November, in person, with Sho Nair and Amy Jankiewicz, Chief Executive.
Thank you for your interest in Population Matters.
Salary: Starting in the range advertised, negotiable within that range.
Working Pattern: We promote and encourage flexible working all types, in line with our new flexible working policy, taking effect from November 2024.
Location: Home-based in the UK or internationally, with occasional travel and access to our office space.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave pa; additional three days’ closure over Christmas; employer pension contribution 6-8%, employee matching contribution min 2%; Employee Assistance Programme; we fund and encourage CPD.
Please address the person specification in your covering letter.
Interim Finance Director
Location: London – Hybrid (flexi)
Hours: Part time, 3 days per week
Contract Type Fixed Term Contract – 6 month (commencing Jan 2025)
Salary: £75,000 - £85,000
Reporting to the CEO, the Finance Director will be part of In Kind Direct’s leadership team and contribute to the overall leadership, strategic direction and decision-making of the organisation.
Do you believe that everyone should have access to life’s essentials & that no usable product should go to waste?
You will be joining an inspiring peer group and wider team committed to this mission. You will also work closely with the Board of Trustees for In Kind Direct and In Kind Direct International, a diverse and high-profile group of individuals who bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to help drive our strategic objectives and achieve our impact goals for 2025 and beyond.
Specifically, you will lead the development and performance of financial strategies that enable long-term financial sustainability and efficient operations of the organisation, all with the focus on delivering greater impact to those we serve. You will advise the CEO and Board on these strategies, including working with the Partnerships and Impact Director and Commercial Director to set the philanthropic and commercial income strategies.
The Finance Director will also be responsible for implementing and developing financial planning, budgeting and forecasting to support IKD’s decision making for increased impact and improve IKD’s effectiveness and efficiency. This includes responsibility for the development and maintenance of the internal finance controls, policies, procedures and systems. Finally, you will also lead decision-making on investments, reserves and the management of financial strategy and risks, taking into account our approach to sustainability. Previous experience in eCommerce and distribution will be a significant advantage given the innovative In Kind Direct model.
Skills and experience you will bring
• Experience working at FD level with in-depth knowledge of financial and operational management, ideally including relevant experience within the charity sector.
• Strategic thinker experienced in collaborative strategy development.
• Innovative, curious and rigorous - able to find strategic solutions and work at pace to support commercial and operational decisions [CW5] with modelling that drive greater impact.
• Fully qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Understanding of Ecommerce and distribution is highly desirable.
• Wide experience of business planning, functional development and performance reporting, including to the Board of Trustees.
• Experience managing outsourced finance teams desirable.
• An experienced leader with a track record of delivering ambitious goals, bringing together diverse, inclusive, high performing teams.
• Equally adept at and enthused by engaging in strategic decision making and rolling up their sleeves to get involved in the day-to-day delivery of In Kind Direct.
• Values-driven with exceptional integrity and committed to our other core values of innovation, kindness and togetherness.
• Knowledge and experience of tax and accounting regulations. Knowledge of the charity sector desirable.
• Demonstrably committed to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice and promotes diversity.
About In Kind Direct
Who we are
We are a UK charity that works with charitable organisations and companies to ensure everyone has access to the products they need to live well.
What we believe
Everyone deserves access to life’s essentials and no usable product should go to waste.
Our Purpose
We create powerful partnerships, enabling more communities to thrive.
What we do
We distribute products including personal hygiene, household, clothes, toys and technology, donated by manufacturers and retailers, to charities, community groups, food banks and schools across the UK.
We are currently supporting 500,000 people each week. In 2023 we unlocked over £25m in savings into the voluntary sector. This helped charitable organisations meet the increasing need in their communities, at a time when their own resources are stretched.
Our role
We are a practical response to the widening gap in society. We help meet today’s need and use our insights to reduce tomorrow’s. 2024 is the fourth year of our ambitious five-year strategy to triple our impact
Our impact
Since being founded in 1996 by HM King Charles III, we have distributed £359m of essential products, diverted 38,652 tonnes from waste, and supported over 15,000 charitable organisations.
Our values
We work with kindness, togetherness and integrity, driving innovation
Working at In Kind Direct
• We are an equal opportunities employer and support our team to succeed in their roles through training, adaptations, flexibility in working, and a range of policies to support people in their personal, family and care responsibilities. We have just been recognised and accredited as a Great Place to Work.
• We seek to challenge discrimination and are committed to our values of kindness, togetherness, integrity, and innovation. We are on an organisational journey to achieving our EDI vision and welcome any questions about our progress and aspirations. We especially welcome applications from anyone with lived experience of being on low income or working with smaller charitable organisations. We will meet all reasonable expenses and will support anyone invited to interview to be able to participate.
How to apply
To apply, please use the application link, complete a short application form, upload your CV, and a brief supporting statement (max. 500 words). We will also request an Equality Monitoring Form. Applications submitted without a supporting statement may not be considered.
The deadline for applying for this role is Wednesday 30th October.
You may also have experience in the following: You may also have experience in the following: Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Group Controller, Management Accountant, Chief Accountant, Finance Director, Finance Controller, Company Accountant, Group Accountant, Finance Accountant, Financial Accountant, Qualified Accountant, Legal Finance etc.
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