Finance Manager Jobs in Ealing

Do you have experience of managing and developing quality assurance processes? If so, we’d love to hear from you in connection to our new vacancy where you will be able apply your skills and experience to ensure our exams are developed to a high standard, supporting us in assessing Radiologists and Clinical Oncologists joining the medical workforce.

Our Exams and Quality Standard Manager vacancy has ownership of our quality assurance framework within the Examinations department, whilst also overseeing key systems to ensure data is accurate and easy to access, allowing the wider team to make informed decisions.
To be successful in the role, it will be important that you can seamlessly switch from analytically thinking about quality and data, to influencing and positively engaging with our key stakeholders to ensure they are brought into the changes that need to be made to ways of working and are adequately supported in their voluntary roles.

With four direct reports, you will also need to be a confident manager, with an ability to engage and motivate your team to deliver against key priorities, supporting them through change and enabling them to be effective within their roles.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with excellent people skills and an analytical mind to play a key role in maintaining and improving the standards of our examinations, all with the aim of growing the radiology and clinical oncology workforce to deliver excellent patient care.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and oversee a robust quality assurance framework, reflecting industry standard exam regulations and associated policies and processes.
• Introduce, refine and monitor continuous process of exams quality risks across the suite of exams, proactively identifying and overcoming barriers to managing and mitigating these.
• Oversee adjustment, appeals and misconduct review panels, ensuring that published processes are followed resulting in effective and judicious decision-making.
• Direct, support and motivate the quality team in achieving goals, ensuring outcomes are clear and progress is measurable.
• Develop and maintain exams delivery and content systems to ensure fit for purpose platforms that work effectively during exam delivery and marking, and ultimately support strategic objectives
• Lead the implementation of plans and initiatives for exams quality, securing and allocating resources, agreeing and managing the overall exams quality budget 
• Expertly navigate the complex exams stakeholder landscape, ensuring key stakeholders understand and support quality and integrity changes
• Ensure systems are designed to make data easily accessible, enabling the team to track the impact of process and delivery changes and make informed, data based decisions. 

What you’ll need:

• Experience of managing and developing quality assurance processes and setting up effective systems
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of assessment, including the use of psychometric performance data
• Experience of management in an exams, assessment or educational setting
• Experience of developing and leading a team delivering diverse activities
• Experience of working with doctors or other high-profile professionals 
• Experience of successful management of contracts, suppliers and budgets
• Experience of a variety of IT platforms – ideally those to support and deliver exams - and handling large volumes of data
• Strong people management skills. 

This is your opportunity to make a real impact in shaping the future of radiology and oncology professionals. If you’re ready to take on this challenge and promote excellence, please find out more about the role in the candidate pack. 

Why join us:

• Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
• Hybrid working (up to 60% working week can be done remotely)
• Modern working environment
• Equipment provided to work from home
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Role Overview and Accountabilities

Overview

The Finance Lead, will contribute to the long-term vision, and provide strategic financial advice at Chiltern Music Therapy, helping the organisation to achieve financial sustainability as a social business. They will lead on financial reporting for the organisation, support the bookkeeper and develop strong links with the Board. They will be responsible for producing monthly accounts, reports and contextual information to support effective decision making, funding applications and maintaining an overview of company financial data and processes. They will act as backup for the bookkeeper in case of leave and sickness and will integrate themselves across the organisation to have meaningful and influential conversations, collaborating, mentoring and supporting the team on financial matters.

Key accountabilities

• Production of monthly management accounts and dashboard
• Work with external Accountants to prepare, review and finalise year-end accounts Coordinate, model and maintain rolling forecasts and budgeting process
• Liaison with external accountants for all areas of compliance and tax
• Cash flow management
• Maintaining records of deferred income, prepayments and other balance sheet items Various reconciliations including bank accounts, PAYE, payroll clearing
• Deliver finance process and IT improvements
• Communicate and provide strategic financial support to the board
• Support bookkeeper
• Respond to finance queries from the team, board and funding providers.
• Input into strategic planning and integrated decision making spaces
• Lead monthly finance review meetings
• Support grant applications and reporting
• Facilitate financial learning and confidence across the organisation
• Prepare annual forecasts and amend these quarterly to reflect anticipated changes to income and costs.
• Responding to finance queries

Person Specification

The successful applicant must be efficient, well-organised and able to work independently and with initiative when needed. They must be ambitious, willing to learn, have a positive attitude to thinking about things differently and work across the organisation and its self-managed teams. This position would suit someone who is confident in their own abilities, proactive and has excellent communication skills. We are looking for someone who shares our values and can bring strong financial acumen into the in-house team.

Some key competencies we are looking for include:

• Advanced spreadsheet skills
• Quickbooks or similar software skills
• Financial reporting and planning
• Understanding of payroll and pensions
• Attention to detail
• Financial leadership
• Integrated decision making
• Excellent communication skills
• Strategic thinking

Qualifications/Skills

Minimum AAT level 4 qualified or part CCAB qualified or qualified by experience - with experience in the not for profit sector.

Salary

£32,000-£38,000 full-time equivalent, depending on experience. This salary is in line with our organisational pay structure

Time

2 days per week. Monday’s are essential, second day can be worked flexibly.

Where

Remote - UK based. Biannual team day attendance in London / South East or online.

Job benefits

With our benefits there is something good for everyone.
We are a progressive organisation that believes building a good team culture is not only good for everyone who works for us – but it makes a difference to how we engage with our clients too.

That’s why when you join Chiltern Music Therapy, you can expect to receive a wide range of impressive employee benefits including:

• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Flexible working
• High street discount shopping portal

To apply, please email your CV and a one-page covering letter which should include your reasons for wanting to join Chiltern Music Therapy and suitability for the role.

We welcome enquiries and applications from people of all identities and backgrounds and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date for applications: 28th March 2025

We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible as we may close applications early depending on application numbers.

A little bit about the role 

Please note this role will be closing at 9am on Tuesday 25 March. 

Frontline has achieved significant growth and impact in our first 11 years, and we are looking for a qualified and experienced finance leader to head up Frontline’s finance and compliance function and ensure we are well positioned to continue to grow and drive change for children and families. We’re in a strong position, have a clear strategy, stable finances and strong internal processes but we remain ambitious.

This is an exciting opportunity with a breadth of responsibility and will require collaborative working with the senior leadership team (SLT) and Board of Trustees. With a ~£25m budget and ~146 employees we need robust systems, clear financial strategy and expert financial leadership to support the organisation to achieve our mission. Reporting to the director of culture and operations, you will lead on ensuring Frontline has an outstanding and proactive finance and compliance function, with robust systems and high-performing people. 

You will lead the finance and compliance team, covering the areas of finance, legal, governance, IT and compliance (including data protection). The role provides an opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders to set and deliver on strategic goals, and you will be responsible for setting clear direction for the finance and compliance team.

The finance and compliance team sits within the culture and operations directorate (see structure chart), which supports Frontline’s teams to achieve our mission by delivering operational efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability. The head of finance and compliance is a senior position with a wide remit of responsibility, so we need a highly driven individual to provide critical support to the entire organisation.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Finance – Lead the organisation’s financial strategy, planning and budgeting processes, advise senior leadership and trustees on financial consequences and manage the Finance Manager to sustain a high-performing team culture
• Legal, governance, IT and compliance– Manage the Legal and Compliance Manager to effectively respond to requests for advice, manage/support the IT and Facilities Officer to establish the systems and processes to meet regulatory requirements as well as effectively respond to requests for advice.
• Leadership – Play a proactive role as a member of the Leadership Group (Frontline’s Heads/Directors and champion high performance and model our culture of Freedom and Responsibility

Full list of role responsibilities can be found in the job pack.

A little bit about you 

You will be responsible for providing sound financial oversight, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading a high-performing team. A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with significant experience in financial management, you should have a strong understanding of charity finance, risk management, and governance.

This role requires exceptional leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively to non-specialists. If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional eager to contribute to a mission-driven organisation, we encourage you to apply.

We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own. 

If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you. 

Important information

We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.

We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ‘ChatGPT’ etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will.

We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!

You will need to have current right-to-work in the UK prior to application and for at least the first six months (for permanent positions) or for the full duration of the contract (for fixed-term positions). Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed.

As Senior Finance Officer, you will play a vital role at World Heart Beat, ensuring the effective day-to-day management of finances, financial administration, and bookkeeping, as well as informing future business planning. You will work with key personnel across the team, providing guidance and leadership in relation to budget management and financial information to support funding applications and stewardship. You will also provide excellent reporting to support the Executive and Board.

It is an exciting time for the charity, following the opening of World Heart Beat Embassy Gardens in 2023, our second site for music teaching, which includes a café, concert hall and recording studio. The operation of two sites has increased our activities and overheads, making the Senior Finance Officer role even more crucial. We have also established a CIC through which new earned income streams are channelled. The Senior Finance Officer will have the opportunity to develop and shape financial processes and contribute to forward planning.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We are excited to announce an incredible opportunity to join Field Lane. If you are interested, please click Apply to send your CV and a short covering note telling us why you would like to join Field Lane and why this role is a great fit for you. This role is split between the office three days per week, and home the other two

Company Overview

Field Lane is committed to providing exceptional client-centred services while fostering a supportive and professional working environment. We are seeking a pragmatic Senior Finance Coordinator to join our team and play a pivotal role to support our Finance department.

The role:

As a Senior Financial Coordinator, you will provide an operational financial support to the Director of Finance & Resources, Project General Managers and other budget holders to ensure that accounts receivable and all cash books are up to date, billings made promptly, and amounts recovered quickly, and financial transactions are posted accurately and timely.

Key responsibilities:

As a Senior Financial Coordinator, you need:

· To be able to cover for the Finance Coordinator and prepare a payment run in their absence.

· To ensure that the fixed asset register agrees to the general ledger and is updated monthly that depreciation journals are posted each month.

· Prepare cash books and bank reconciliations for all Field Lane’s bank accounts as per the Management Accounts timetable.

· To ensure debtor reconciliations are provided, all sources of income defined, and all other relevant information is provided to the auditors as required and in good time.

· To monitor cash flow daily, project cash flow to the end of the month and assist the director of finance & resources with projecting cash flow to the end of the financial year and where necessary beyond identifying any threats to liquidity.

· To liaise with the project general managers to ensure that any gaps in Housing Benefit income are challenged.

· To prepare a monthly BACS file for client collections ensuring money is received on the appropriate day.

· Support the of Director of Finance with a Business Partnering approach to non-finance colleagues. 

· Ensuring all fee invoices are properly raised accurately and timely for all Client Services

· To liaise with guardians resolving invoices queries, rent and service charge increases

About you:

Experience

• Experience of databases for the purposes of inputting and extracting information, report writing and design
• Proven experience of working in accounts receivable & accounts payable
• A positive can-do approach
• Liaising with banks & auditors.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

· Willingness to undertake training and continuing professional development.

· Ability to plan, manage and organise their workload.

· Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate with staff at all levels.

· Team player able to work with colleagues across the charity

· Strong finance system skills Access Financials is our current provider.

· Advance Excel knowledge able to write complex formulas.

· Excellent written skills.

· High attention to detail and proactive in problem solving

· Sound analytical skills and the ability to apply those skills to problem solving.

· Empathy with the charity’s aims and values.

· Commitment to the principles of equal opportunities and diversity

Closing date:

31st March 2025

Ivy Rock Partners is delighted to support King’s College London in their search for a Finance Business Partner to join their growing Finance Business Partnering team.

This is a hybrid role offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to support King’s Digital and King’s Professional Education, two central directorates generating revenue across multiple faculties. You will play a key role in financial modelling, budgeting, and strategic decision-making, working with senior stakeholders to ensure financial sustainability and performance.

This role also provides financial oversight for the Climate and Sustainability team and International Engagement and Service, both of which are strategically significant to the university.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support decision-making
• Partner with key stakeholders across King’s Digital, King’s Professional Education, and central operations teams
• Deliver financial modelling on income, costs, and investments to support long-term planning
• Support the implementation of cost control measures and track their effectiveness
• Communicate complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders

About You:

We are looking for a qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) with:

• Strong business partnering and financial modelling experience
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to provide financial insight
• The ability to work with senior stakeholders in a complex environment
• A proactive, strategic mindset with a problem-solving approach
• Strong communication skills
• People management or supervising experience
• Able to help improve processes and drive efficiency

Why Join?

• Be part of a world-renowned university at a time of financial transformation
• Work in a collaborative, high-performing finance team
• Hybrid working – two days in Central London, three days remote
• Competitive salary, 30 days annual leave, and excellent pension contributions
• Career development opportunities within a forward-thinking finance function

For more details, contact Megan Hunter at Ivy Rock Partners.

• Job Title: Senior Finance Business Partner (interim)
• Location: London (Hybrid)
• Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer
• Duration: 6-9 months 
• Salary: £56,810.97 Gross per annum
• Deadline: 17 UK time, Friday 21 March 2025 (Interviews will be held on a rolling basis) 

Conciliation Resources

Conflict is difficult, complex and political. The world urgently needs to find different ways to respond. Conciliation Resources is an international organisation committed to stopping violent conflict and creating more peaceful societies. We work with people impacted by war and violence, bringing diverse voices together to make change that lasts. For 30 years, we have been making peace possible. We currently have over 70 full and part-time staff members, working mainly out of the London and Australian offices. We work with over 70 locally-based and international partners worldwide. Conciliation Resources is deeply committed to keeping people safe from harm, whether they are personnel or those who come into contact with our work.

Job Context

The Senior Finance Business Partner sits within a Finance Team which provides the full range of financial support, reporting and services across Conciliation Resources (CR) to support the efficient and effective running of the organisation and the delivery of its work.  

The team consists of the Senior Finance Business Partner, Income & Treasury Accountant, Financial Controller, three Finance Officers and one Finance Assistant.  The team works with finance staff in each of CR’s three departments (Africa, based in Kenya; South-East Asia and the Pacific, based in Australia; and Europe-Asia, based in the UK), to ensure effective overall financial management.

The Senior Finance Business Partner, along with the Income & Treasury Accountant, and the Financial Controller, reports to the Chief Operating Officer.

The Finance team sits within a wider Core and Operations team which includes Human Resources, Safety and Compliance, Safeguarding, Development (Fundraising), and IT.

Job Purpose

The Senior Finance Business Partner will deliver accurate and on time management information to the Executive Management Team (EMT) and decision makers to drive informed business decisions. The role will provide finance technical support, including budgeting & planning, financial analysis and problem resolution to budget holders and CR teams. The Senior Finance Business Partner will additionally be responsible for supporting the EMT in developing annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.

Person Specification
 

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), with significant experience of working as part of a busy finance team.
• Alignment with CR’s values, and interest in supporting CR’s peacebuilding work. Past experience of working in an organisation that supports partners in conflict contexts would be an advantage.
• Experience of running and performing budgeting or forecasting processes.  
• Experience of preparing comparative management accounts.
• Demonstrable track record of analysing management reports to inform timely decision making.
• Meticulous and good attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present plans to support business decisions.
• Determined, assertive and proactive; prepared to get into the detail to understand the complex issues and find solutions.
• Substantial experience of Finance Business Partnering.
• Experience of working in a grant funded environment.
• Proficiency in the use of Excel and major accounting packages – Sun Systems and Infor Q&A preferred in order to be able to quickly utilise CR’s finance system.
• Good time management skills, ability to prioritise workload, and ability to work to strict reporting deadlines.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full time Estates & Maintenance Manager at SSAFA The Royal Homes Estate, based in Wimbledon.

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Estates & Maintenance Manager to ensure The Royal Homes Estate is a safe, efficient and well-maintained environment for the benefit of residents at Queens Alexandra Court. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the buildings to the highest possible standards, effectively delivering key projects and managing all maintenance systems in-line with appropriate guidance, warranties and best practice.

This role also includes conducting routine inspections across the estate, handling plumbing, electrical, carpentry and other maintenance tasks.

Additionally, the successful candidate will oversee the ongoing Quinquennial works, collaborating with the Quinquennial inspector and external contractors to ensure all repair work is completed successfully.

About the team

You will be part of a small dedicated and compassionate team based at The Royal Homes Estate, with direct line management responsibility for three members of the maintenance team. You will have the opportunity to work closely with co-workers who are highly trained, experienced and supportive.

About you

To carry out this role successfully you will have recognised skills in the maintenance/building trade and have an understanding of Health & Safety requirements and regulations. Strong negotiating and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to understand and maintain communication with a wide range of contractors. You will have a practical and hands on approach, with the ability to manage maintenance issues around the site where appropriate.

You will be able to prioritise and plan your workload efficiently, with a thorough and meticulous approach.

Additionally experience of managing a small team is required.

About SSAFA

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need. In 2023 our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 53,000 people, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.

SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. And we are here for that person and their family, any time they need us and in any way they need us.

Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA

SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.

No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 26 March 2025. SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Interviews: Week commencing 07 April 2025.

Director of Finance 

£60,000-£70,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Permanent, full-time, based in East Croydon (3 days per week in the office)

Full Job Description attached below

With a new CEO and an ambitious and inspiring new vision, Rape Crisis South London are looking for a skilled and analytical Director of Finance to drive organisational financial strategy towards our time of significant change and growth.

As part of the SLT, the Director of Finance will be responsible for the current and future financial management strategic leadership for of Rape Crisis South London, working within a multi-disciplinary organisation to achieve deliverables for our clients. 

Previous experience of effective senior leadership and senior management skills is key in leading and developing a high calibre finance function for Rape Crisis South London, ensuring financial growth and sustainability in the next 5 years. The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate their support for Rape Crisis South London’s values and commitment to feminist principles.

The position is offered as permanent, full-time opportunity, with three days in the office. The post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply, please upload with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1,500 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button. 
 

 All positions are located in the UK and require the right to work in the UK.
 

Closing date: 30th March 2025
Interviews will be rolling from week to week.

About us:

The UK Cyber Security Council works to bring together stakeholders to build and drive engagement in the cyber security profession, through developing standards and ethical practice, demystifying career routes into the profession and promoting the profession.

In collaboration with multiple UK Government departments and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) we develop, promote and oversee nationally recognised standards for cyber security, in support of the UK Government’s National Cyber Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.

The UK Cyber Security Council also offers organisational membership, which is open to all organisations that share an interest in promoting, supporting, and developing the cyber security profession.

About the role:

The Quality and Performance Manager will be responsible for cultivating a culture of excellence, emphasising high performance, quality, and compliance to exceed targets across the external licensed bodies. In this role, you will utilise your skills in stakeholder management, influence and coaching to enhance performance within the licensing area.

Your primary focus will involve collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure the seamless and efficient delivery of the professional registration process, tailored to meet the specific requirements of our users and participants. You will drive continuous improvement and promote best practices. A pivotal aspect of this position involves identifying performance challenges and effectively motivating and managing organisations and their teams to find solutions and elevate performance levels.

The ideal candidate will excel in building relationships and communication, maintaining productive cross-contractual and interdepartmental relationships with key stakeholders across different organisational levels to optimise performance.

Collaborating closely with external partners and the internal professionalisation and wider Council team, you will enhance and streamline performance by identifying, developing, and assisting in the implementation of innovative and impactful solutions. This role is centred around achieving results, requiring exceptional management and decision-making skills that can be applied to the intricate operations of complex licensed contracts.

To support these responsibilities, the role holder should possess knowledge and experience in reporting, analytics, data management, budgeting and enabling comprehensive and robust performance optimisation. Through ongoing performance analysis, you will provide guidance to licensed bodies to address and mitigate performance, quality, and compliance concerns while identifying key areas for improvement, ultimately establishing a proactive approach to managing performance related risks.

The role holder will need to work closely with the Head of Professionalisation to ensure updates, best practice and areas for improvement are communicated effectively and in an impactful way both internally and externally. It is expected that you will attend a range of external and internal events and initiatives to help raise the profile of and work of the Council, support pipeline growth and grow demand. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Quality

· Develop, implement, and manage quality practices that meet the requirements of the license, as well as requirements set by Government (NCSC and DSIT) to ensure that processes and procedures are compliant. 

· Manage and improve the quality framework that delivers an excellent standard of assessment, ensuring that the outcomes are exceeded and improving applicants’ experience. 

· Take a lead role in developing the Councils approach to understanding and measuring quality and outcomes through the whole professional registration process being administered by licensed bodies. Highlight areas of improvement, identify solutions and put plans in place,

· Develop a community where good practice can be shared. 

· Be responsible for ensuring all relevant individuals are added to the professional register in a timely manner and communicated to appropriately by all parties

· To manage the day-to-day relationship with external partners and stakeholders, deal with any queries in a timely manner. 

· Research, build and embed a feedback system to contribute to continuous improvement

· Work with the Director of Finance and Operations to ensure that payment structures are in place and undertake monthly reconciliation

· Ensure a robust moderation processes and plans are in place, work with the Technical Advisory Panel members and chairs to ensure members are aware of moderation support needs, complete them within agreed timescales and provide timely feedback to licensed bodies.

Performance

· Responsible for the performance management of contracts, ensuring internal and external reporting requirements are adhered to, KPI’s are set, managed and continuously reviewed and reported to LT.

· Oversee all renewal and extensions for client contracts, which will include financial and system performance based KPI’s, including the need to be accountable for the accuracy of financial tracking, cost control, overhead management, and invoicing. 

· Managing audit requirements in relation to the contracts, including preparing documentation, coordination, addressing findings and maintaining records.

· Working with various internal and external partners to identify and define solutions for complex issues, working with the appropriate stakeholders to design and implement positive outcomes.

· Work with the marketing and comms lead to ensure that Marketing and comms plans meet the requirements of the license, and that the Council strategy is aligned to support. 

· Work with the events and membership co-ordinator to highlight opportunities for collaboration with stakeholders and partners that will support Council strategic objectives. 

General Responsibilities

· Lead on workstream as guided by Head of Professionalisation and in collaboration with Professionalisation team members

· Manage key risks and follow escalation process when necessary

· Ensure there is cohesive and aligned work with colleagues within the organisation

· Maintain open and effective communication with internal and external colleagues

· Prepare status reports as required for the Head of Professionalisation

· Comply with data protection legislation and act responsibly on matters of data disclosure both internally and to third parties

· Represent the Council in stakeholder meetings and external events

· Represent the Council in a professional manner and to act at all times in a manner which will not damage its reputation.

· Work from a positive, growth mindset to solve issues and problems that may arise and to adhere to the organisation values

· Carry out such tasks as the COO/Head of Professionalisation may from time to time deem necessary for the effective and efficient functioning of the Council

Person Specification:

Essential:

Experience

• Experience with self-assessment process and Quality Improvement plans
• Experience of creating cultures that embody positive change, continuous improvement and equality
• Experience of managing a supply chain including setting and achieving KPIs and contract conformance
• Management experience and understanding of contractual and performance management with the ability to deliver results
• Experience of successfully delivering an outcome-based contract
• Experience of driving performance, identifying areas of concern and implementing projects for performance improvement

Skills, knowledge and qualifications

• Clear understanding of the purpose of professional registration and associated processes
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to negotiate and influence a wide range of stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to analyse a range of data from a range of sources to develop insights and support decisions
• Ability to respond quickly in a fast-moving environment, and make key decisions aligned to business goal

Personal Attributes & Approach

• Commitment to a registrant-centred approach
• Confident, positive and hard-working team player – happy to go above and beyond
• Ability to work flexibly within changing priorities and a capacity to be adaptable as required to deliver completed tasks to set deadlines
• Excellent IT and digital skills including Microsoft 365
• Ability to work on own initiative, as well as in consultation and negotiation with senior managers and other stakeholders as required
• Commitment, determination and resiliency

Desirable:

· Relevant QCF Assessor Qualification – e.g. D32/D33/A1/CAVA/TAQA Assessor

· Relevant Internal Verifier/Internal Quality Assurer qualification – e.g. D34/V1

· Previous audit experience

· Demonstrated success in producing efficiencies/increased outcomes against target

· Significant operational management experience

Next Steps

Deadline for application: Friday 28th March 5pm

Interviews: w/c 7th April or w/c 21st April

Start date: As soon as possible

Sovereign Network Group (SNG) is a leading Housing Association, committed to providing quality, affordable homes and services within sustainable, successful communities. We're led by our values and driven by a strong sense of social purpose, placing our customers at the heart of everything we do.

We have a fantastic new opportunity to join our Communities Team as Community Investment and Partnerships Manager on a permanent basis.

Ideally the role would be based either out of our Basingstoke or London office but we can be flexible on location as we have other offices within the South and South West.

The role will be a combination of time in the office with working from home and traveling across our locality areas.  There will be regular travel across our geography, so you should have access to transport and be happy to travel.

The Role

Reporting into the Head of Community Investment and Strategic Partnerships, you'll lead the development of a Regional Community Investment strategy and embedding of our Thriving Communities strategy across our Localities.

Managing an existing team, you'll be responsible for delivering the Community Investment and Partnership programme across localities, identifying opportunities for fundraising and programme development, building new partnerships and delivering social impact. Key responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining key relationships with external partners, including local authorities and other agencies working in our communities
• Overseeing the delivery of a wide-ranging programme of Community Investment interventions in localities that deliver measurable social impact
• Effectively managing the performance of the team through objective setting, providing support, coaching, guidance
• Ensuring contracts and projects are managed effectively and demonstrate social impact, including financial management
• Working with the Partnerships and Funding team by writing bids that bring in external funding to support programme development
• Leading the design of Grants programmes that respond to customer and community needs, working closely with the Grants Officer
• Working across the Community Investment team and wider Customer directorate to embed a framework for social impact and outcomes recording

What we need from you

You should have previous experience in a similar role, with significant experience in Community Investment and a track record of developing and commissioning a variety of programmes and partnerships which deliver social impact. You'll also have:

• A proven track record of positive stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Previous experience in identifying fundraising opportunities to support community investment programmes
• Experience in contract management, bid writing and budget management
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise important tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Previous experience managing a high performing team; coaching and developing to ensure a supportive working environment

What you'll receive from us

• £450 flex-pot annually, discounted shopping & cycling scheme
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• Company pension scheme matched up to 12%, life cover at 4x your salary
• Flexible working - we're committed to giving people flexibility as widely as possible
• Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance & critical illness cover

We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG.

This is a great opportunity to join the team as we progress through an exciting period of change at SNG. We pride ourselves on having a relaxed, supportive and forward-thinking culture, working collaboratively to achieve success.

Ivy Rock Partners is delighted to be supporting King’s College London in their search for an Associate Finance Business Partner to join their expanding Finance Business Partnering team.

King’s College London is a world-renowned university, recognised for its excellence in research, teaching, and innovation. With a reputation for academic leadership and global impact, King’s offers a diverse range of programmes across medicine, law, business, humanities, and sciences. The university has experienced significant growth over the past decade, and as a result, is expanding its finance team to strengthen financial oversight, planning, and reporting.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a prestigious institution at a time of strategic growth and financial transformation, playing a key role in supporting key decision-makers and driving financial excellence.

About the Role
As an Associate Finance Business Partner, you will provide essential financial reporting, analysis, and insight to a diverse portfolio of faculties and directorates. You will work closely with key stakeholders, delivering high-quality financial information, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and ensuring that finance is at the heart of decision-making across King’s.

This role offers a broad range of responsibilities, including:

• Business Partnering – Collaborate with academic and professional staff to provide financial advice and strategic guidance
• Financial Reporting & Analysis – Prepare monthly management reports, variance analysis, and forecasts to enable informed decision-making
• Budgeting & Planning – Support the preparation of multi-year budgets and business cases, ensuring financial integrity
• Stakeholder Engagement – Build and maintain relationships with key faculty and directorate leaders, ensuring finance is embedded in strategic conversations
• Process Improvement – Identify opportunities to enhance financial reporting, cost control, and data accuracy

About You
We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional with strong analytical and stakeholder management skills. You should be comfortable working in a complex, fast-paced environment and passionate about driving financial performance.

Essential Criteria

• Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or equivalent)
•  Strong management accounting and budgeting experience in a large, complex organisation
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into meaningful insights
• Confident communicator and business partner, able to influence non-finance stakeholders
• Proficient in Excel and finance systems, with a keen eye for process improvement
• Ability to work independently to high standard of accuracy and support others in doing so

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in higher education or an estates/property related area
• Knowledge of the UK higher education funding landscape
• Familiarity with Power BI or other financial reporting tools

Why Join?

• Be part of a globally renowned university with an ambitious vision
• Work in a collaborative, high-performing finance team
• Gain exposure to strategic decision-making at a senior level
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including generous leave and pension contributions

Benefits

• USS pension scheme
• 30 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and two wellbeing days
• Hybrid working 2-3 days
• Flexible working arrangements
• Discounted childcare and employee discounts
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
• Career development and training opportunities

If you are interested in applying, please contact Megan Hunter at Ivy Rock Partners for a confidential discussion.

Reports to: Head of Finance

Direct reports: None

Location: 27 Swinton St, King’s Cross, London, WC1X 9NW*, minimum of one day a week in the office 

Status: Up to 1-year Fixed Term Contract commencing 01/05/25 

Hours: 21-35 hours per week, which can be worked flexibly, over three to five days 

Salary: Grade D1L, salary in the range of £31,437 - £34,659 pro rated (includes 11% London Weighting)**, plus benefits. Annual leave is also pro-rated. 

* We intend to move to a new office in March 2025, located closer to Farringdon 

** A 2.6% inflationary adjustment has been approved from 1 Apr 2025 

Role Summary 

This role will help the Finance team by assisting with accounting reconciliation work, payroll processing and also posting of income and expenditure to our financial system, in line with charity VAT regulations. This role also assisting with the preparation of quarterly management accounts (e.g. review of departmental transaction reports) and assisting with customers debt recovery. Part of this role includes assisting in finance procedures review, to ensure transactions are processed with maximum efficiency, in light of increasing transactional volumes. 

Key Tasks and Responsibilities 

Please refer to the candidate pack for role and responsibilities of this post.

Important note: We monitor for use of AI in responses and will reject applications containing AI generated answers. Know, embrace and actively uphold the values of Alcohol Change UK at all times. 

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Head of Finance for this Health Charity based in London (Hybrid)

• Hybrid Working: 2/3 days a week is required at their offices in London depending on meetings
• Salary £66,000pa - £68,500pa
• Report to: Director of Finance & Resources
• Management: 3 Finance staff

The position

You will be responsible for financial management, financial control, budgeting and business planning, developing and maintaining financial reporting, business partnering, and ensure efficient use of systems.

Skills Required

• Professional Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)
• Strong technical accounting skills
• Experience of leading or being a senior leader in a finance function
• Experience of designing and implementing process change
• Knowledge of the Charity SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice)
• Continuous process improvement mindset
• Strong analytical skills, with ability to spot trends and forecast using data from variety of sources
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders

Main responsibilities

• Finance business partnering with teams across the charity to develop and consolidate the budget and ongoing financial reporting
• Continuous development of financial reporting, utilising data to develop forward looking forecasting
• Implementation and management of strong financial control procedures
• Increasing financial awareness across the charity, as well as ensuring awareness of financial risks and opportunities
• Working with the Director of Finance to develop the annual budget and to assist in the annual business planning process
• Continuous financial analysis to support teams across the charity
• Coordination of yearend processes and production of statutory financial statements
• Oversight of payroll
• Member of the wider leadership team