Financial Accountant Jobs in London

Your new company
A fantastic Finance Assistant opportunity has arisen with a health-based charity based in Central London. This is a permanent role which offers flexible hybrid working (3 days in the office per week).
Your new role

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Process invoices, payments, and expense claims.
• Reconcile bank statements and manage petty cash.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Support the finance team with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Respond to finance-related queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform general administrative duties as required.

What you'll need to succeed

• At least 1 year of relevant finance experience.
• A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior experience in a finance-related role or internship is a plus but not essential.

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid working. 3 days in the office per week and 2 from home.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Friendly and supportive work environment.
• Company pension scheme.

What you need to do now
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University College London Hospitals Charity (UCLH Charity) is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell to recruit a Finance Assistant on a permanent, part-time basis (28 hours per week). UCLH Charity is the main charity associated with University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The charity works to improve patient and staff welfare by providing funding for research, medical equipment and education facilities for the Trust, and is currently carrying out a major property redevelopment. The charity team also administers a subsidiary company and several other small charities.

UCLH Charity is now seeking a part-time Finance Assistant who can join the finance team which currently consists of six people. Reporting into the Head of Finance and to the Senior Property Manager this role is likely to appeal to someone who has worked with a smaller organisation with experience across a range of accounts and administrative processes.

The key responsibilities will be:

• The charity operates 800 discretionary funds on behalf of individual wards and doctors. Transactions relating to these funds make up most of the day-to-day work for the finance team and this role will play a key part in assisting with this.
• Support both functions, investigating receipts and following up on unpaid invoices.
• Assist with invoicing, ensuring accurate POs for prompt payments.
• Manage charity-related finances, including season ticket loans and 300+ Christmas grants.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and offer support when team members are on leave.
• Support the Senior Property Manager with the new development and investment properties, including
  • Assist with setting up utility accounts, welcome packs, and unit preparations.
  • Maintain snag lists and liaise with contractors to resolve issues.
  • Process payment journals and financial reconciliations.
  • Liaise with the property management company on service charges and reconciliations.
  • Handle tenant queries and troubleshoot issues across the commercial portfolio.

The organisation:

UCLH Charity was established as a result of various mergers and restructures over the years, most recently 2000 and 2017.

UCLH Charity funds a wide range of projects to improve and enhance a hospital stay and provides funding for training and education so that staff at UCLH can provide the best possible care, using the latest techniques. The charity also funds new and innovative equipment, improvements to hospital spaces and a wide range of clinical research projects at UCLH, working to translate cutting-edge research and innovation into new and improved treatments for patients.

Essential requirements:

• Experience working in a transactional financial focused role.
• Good team player and happy to work in a small team.
• Good knowledge of accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication skills and sense of customer service.
• Conscientious and with good attention to detail.
• Well-organised and able to manage own workload in order to meet deadlines.

UCLH Charity’s head office is based in Euston and candidates will be required to work in the office a minimum of three days per week.

The closing date for applications is 16th March 2025. Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our retained search agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!

We are delighted to be working with the British Film Institute (BFI) the leading body for Film in the UK, who are looking for an exceptional Procurement Manager with sound Public Procurement knowledge able to run tenders both below and above thresholds to join their small, but busy team. 

As custodians of the Nations Master Film Collection, exhibit film at BFI Southbank, run the London Film Festival and operate the BFI IMAX – the UK’s largest cinema screen, they are also a National Lottery Distributor, and an NDPB (Non-Departmental Public Body reporting into DCMS (Department for Culture, Media and Sport).

Procurement at the BFI is governed by Public Sector regulations procuring goods and services totalling on average £25m a year with all procurement over £10k in value managed by the Procurement team and as such the successful candidate will need to be experienced in public sector procurement.  Ideally, you will also be a generalist as the breadth of procurement at BFI is extensive, and you will demonstrate the skills to run both below and above threshold tenders with knowledge of frameworks. 

You will have:

• A Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Level 4 Diploma (CIPS) or degree or equivalent vocational training.
• Completed the government mandated modules training and obtaining a certificate of completion (launched in spring 2024) for the new Procurement Regulations going live on 24/2/2025.
• Demonstrable experience in a Procurement department and good knowledge and understanding of UK Procurement legislation, including framework agreements.
• Familiarity with Government procurement related issue and In-Tend or other electronic tendering systems.
• Experience of Financial / Budgetary control systems.
• A proven track record of promoting and supporting diversity and inclusion.

This is an exciting opportunity for an organised Procurement Manager who can multi-task, manage and meet deadlines in a busy environment, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders for successful outcome. With proven ability to work independently and autonomously you will demonstrate exceptional attention to accuracy and detail and understand basic legal terms. You will need strong communication and negotiation skills, be self-motivated, energetic and enthusiastic, with flexibility when responding to urgent requirements.

For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Location: London (W1T 1LN) – Hybrid. Remote considered

Closing date for applications: 14th March 2025

However, applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

Hybrid working, split between:

• House of Sport, 190 Great Dover Street, London, SE1 4YB

• Remote work from home

The expectation is for the successful candidate to spend 1–2 days per week at the House of Sport with the Upshot team, with the remainder working remotely. Additional in-office days may be required depending on business needs. Some travel may also be required to attend conferences and events.

About Upshot Systems CIC:

Upshot Systems CIC is a community interest company (CIC) dedicated to supporting non-profit organisations to manage, monitor and evidence their social impact. Upshot has a unique story born out of a need for organisations to explain to the outside world the change they are creating. Originally created at the Football Foundation, Upshot was built to help funders and deliverers collect good data, understand their progress and report on their impact.

Working at the intersection of technology and impact, Upshot has extensive reach, working with over 1400 organisations around the world and has a rich history of delivering value for our many loyal clients like Lord’s Taverners, Premiership Rugby, Rank Foundation, London Youth and Blackpool Council.

Our mission is to build a global community of impact-led organisations who use data to make better decisions to serve their communities. We do this by providing capacity building support around good impact measurement practices, giving access to our state of the art SaaS tool to help organisations collect good data and support organisations with data visualisation and storytelling.

We are now in a position to scale our impact to new international markets and become a global driver of effective use of data and stories by non-profit organisations. To grow to our potential we need additional leadership, expertise and vision on our Senior Leadership Team and are looking for a skilled professional to join us.

Role Overview

The COO will be responsible for overseeing and improving Upshot’s internal operations, ensuring effective delivery across HR, finance, operations, legal, data protection, and board management. As a senior leader, the COO will act as the internal face of the business, inspire innovation, and support the CEO in executing Upshot’s strategic vision.

This is a new pivotal role for a strategic and hands-on operator who thrives on building scalable systems and fostering a positive company culture in a purpose-driven organization. As Upshot currently outsources most of these functions and responsibility is spread across the team, this role requires a doer—someone who isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves, dive into details, and make a tangible impact across the business.

Key Responsibilities

HR and Team Culture

• Oversee HR policies, processes, and issues, liaising with the outsourced HR team.

• Manage payroll, employee benefits, and team culture initiatives.

• Champion learning and development opportunities for staff.

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

Finance

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Oversee client renewals, working closely with the Head of Account Management

• Liaise and manage the outsourced accountant and bookkeeper.

• Manage financial systems, including Xero, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

Operations

• Streamline systems and tools to drive internal efficiency.

• Oversee our CRM system and data accuracy across the team.

• Analyze operational data, identify efficiencies, and implement solutions.

• Manage insurance and other organizational administrative needs.

• Act as the point of contact for our outsourced IT management company and other suppliers

Data Protection and Cybersecurity

• Oversee Upshot’s data protection policies and compliance with regulations.

• Lead the internal Data Protection Champions team.

• Work with legal advisors on data and operational matters.

Board and Strategic Support

• Support the CEO with board management and reporting.

• Draft board papers and present insights as required.

• Contribute to strategic discussions and decision-making.

• Implement enhanced monitoring and reporting frameworks to track and improve performance, risk identification and mitigation, and deliver agreed outcomes. 

• Maintain, monitor and report on agreed operational delivery plans and KPI measures throughout the year

Commercial and Business Development

• Work with the CEO and Head of Growth to diversify income streams.

• Support global expansion initiatives and partnerships.

• Collaborate with the Head of Account Management to scale client operations.

• Cultivate productive relationships with external stakeholders, sector leaders, charitable and statutory agencies, suppliers, partners and clients, ensuring Upshot is well positioned to capitalise on potential business opportunities.

Product and Client Success

• Work closely with the Head of Product to ensure operational alignment with product goals.

• Provide strategic input to help the Account Management team enhance client experience as the client base grows.

Leadership and Innovation

• Drive operational efficiency, effectiveness and high performance across the team.

• Cultivate a high-performance culture within the team, creating the conditions for continuous improvement, innovation, collaboration, accountability and psychological safety.

• Represent Upshot at events, conferences, and other public engagements to promote and advocate for the organisation’s mission and initiatives.

• Identify and implement innovative solutions to drive the company forward.

• Support staff growth and provide leadership as the team scales.

Additional Information

As Upshot grows, the COO role will evolve to include line management responsibilities and broader strategic input across the business.

Person Specification

Advanced Knowledge of:

• Internal operations management, including HR, finance, and IT systems.

• Cybersecurity and data protection practices.

• Budgeting and financial planning tools, such as Xero.

• Advanced Excel skills

• CRM systems and operational analytics.

Proven Experience in:

• Providing senior leadership at the same or similar level within another comparable organisation, or organisation in an adjacent field.

• Financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and overseeing renewals and contracts.

• Scaling internal systems and processes in a growing organization.

• Managing outsourced partners, including HR, IT, Legal and accounting services.

• Board reporting and strategic collaboration with leadership teams.

• Fostering team culture and delivering employee development initiatives.

• Supporting international expansion or scaling operations across multiple markets.

Other qualities include:

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Passion for data-driven insights and operational excellence.

• Enthusiasm and interest in the nonprofit sector

If you are interested, please fill out the short form and complete your application on our website before 11.59pm on Sunday 16th March 2025. Interviews are planned to be held the week commencing 31st March and the 7th April 2025.

This is an exciting and important role in the life of Orchards. The successful candidate will roll their sleeves up and combine a passion for our vision and ethos with a desire to drive and uphold organisational excellence. You will have the opportunity to make a significant difference in a short space of time, with a direct impact on achieving our vision to see more women free from sexual exploitation through our Operations, HR, Finance, ITand systems.

We are looking to recruit three Funding Officers to join the London, Southeast and East Team, the roles will be responsible for more specifically London regions. You’ll be part of a team, led by a Funding Manager, and comprised of several other Funding Officers.

Social connections and community activities are at the heart of creating healthier, happier lives and a flourishing society. That’s why throughThe National Lottery Community Fund Strategy 2023-2030 we’re looking to make a bigger difference in the years ahead, by listening and responding to communities and by focusing on supporting bolder change.

Thanks to National Lottery players, we plan to distribute at least £4 billion of funding by 2030. Supporting projects that will create resilient communities that are more inclusive and environmentally sustainable. Projects that will strengthen society and improve lives across the UK.

As a Funding Officer you will assess requests for funding and work together with colleagues to make funding decisions. By working closely with people and communities from a defined geographical area, you will understand what matters to them and where our funding can make the biggest difference.

You will:

• Manage grants using local knowledge, best practice, thematic expertise, and the experience of customers and stakeholders to improve our grant making and inform our decision making.
• Be responsible for supporting local people and communities, therefore have a strong understanding of our vision, our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and our funding products.
• Support our stakeholders, helping them to make connections that will help them achieve their goals.
• Be responsible for the pipeline of projects, therefore need to understand and respond to the different needs of our customers by providing support and considered feedback and be willing to have challenging but constructive conversations.
• Ensure our grant management and assessment play an effective part in contributing to the Fund’s knowledge and learning as a grant maker.
• Manage your own caseload, liaise with grant recipients, undertake project visits, identify, and manage risk and support organisations to deliver their projects and measure their impact.
• Work within the Fund’s policies and procedures and the necessary legislation, and in a way that is in line with our vision and principles.
• Work with stakeholders at different levels, be able to travel and represent the Fund within your local area including at funding fairs and external meetings and create opportunities for people to come together
• Share learning from your conversations, events, grant holder reports and evaluations with other colleagues so that we can maximise our impact.

Interview Dates: W/C 17th March and 24th March - Virtual

Location: We have a hybrid approach to working, work pattern and regional patch will be agreed with the successful candidate. London is the regional Office.

What we are looking for

We are looking for local talented people from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences who share our values and are passionate about making a difference through our funding.

Whether through lived or gained experience you will really understand the communities we work with.  You could come to grant-making from a variety of backgrounds.

Whatever your background, we will expect you to have some skills and experience in areas such as:

• project management
• research / data gathering & insight with presentation / report writing
• basic accounting and budget management
• database administration

You will need to show an understanding of the voluntary and community sector, so you will find it helpful to have paid or unpaid work experience in these areas. You might have experience in the type of projects that we fund, for example, community work, health, arts, sports or environmental conservation.

In return we can offer the opportunity to develop relevant skills and gain experience working with one of the largest funders in the UK. You can progress to becoming a trained and skilled Funding Officer with good progression routes in the sector.

On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below

Essential Criteria

• Creative & curious, viewing continuous improvement an opportunity, with an ability to work collaboratively with others - A strong team player who will ensure good use of knowledge and insights in the grant decision-making process.
• Confidence to take initiative, use own judgement and challenge when appropriate.
• Strong communication skills – both listening and verbal & writing skills with the ability to interpret large amounts of information and convey complex information in a succinct and clear way.
• Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships at several different levels.
• A strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and the ability to apply this lens to assess and challenge applications. 
• An ability to manage a large workload, prioritise with minimal supervision, and keep Manager up to date on key issues and risks.

You will work from several locations across the area, including your home and our office with the expectation that you will be flexible in order to get the best outcomes for our customers.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of working in grant making ideally linked to at least one of our mission areas; supporting communities to come together, supporting babies, children and young people to thrive, environmental sustainability, and/or enabling people to live healthier lives.
• Understanding of financial planning and business plans, ability to analyse accounts and numerical data, IT skills, database admin, project management and info gathering

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion  

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.  

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages. 

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.) 

The British Museum is seeking a Finance Assistant to work as part of the Income function of the Finance Department in a world-renowned setting and the most popular tourist attraction in the UK. You will ensure that financial data is accurate, with all income accurately processed, and that the service provided to Museum departments is of a high standard.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Set up new customers and maintain the accuracy and integrity of the customer master file
• Assume responsibility for the upkeep of the sales ledger ensuring the ageing is current and that cash is allocated and matched correct within customer accounts
• Raise sales invoices for all income streams within the Museum group and related entities
• Regularly correspond with customers and maintain an audit trail to ensure effective and efficient credit control across the group
• Develop relationships with all departments to build an understanding of the need for efficient credit controls, whilst maintaining good relations with high profile customers requiring sensitive handling
• Raising of intercompany invoices monthly as requested by management accountants
• Recover, check and input GPC returns to the GL, ensuring compliance with Museum group policy and that all required supporting documents are attached
• Have regard for PCI regulations and take credit card payments as required
• Preparing, completing and filing paperwork timely and accurately
• Perform month end account reconciliations as directed
• Provide accurate and timely analysis, as directed, on the status of outstanding debtors to management to highlight risk areas

Person Specification:

• 5 GCSEs or equivalent.
• Able to work swiftly and accurately with figures, maintaining consistency and accuracy in processing a high volume of transactions.
• IT literate with strong inputting and spreadsheet skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Able to work well with others and take on other work in the department during times of heavy workload or staff absence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to build strong working relationships within the Museum and with customers.

About the British Museum:

Founded in 1753, the British Museum's remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. The Museum is a leading visitor attraction, and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, the Sutton-Hoo finds, and the Lewis Chessmen. The Museum also holds an extensive collection of prints and drawings spanning 600 years, including works by the greatest graphic artists such as Dürer, Michelangelo and Rembrandt.

You can view a selection of our impressive collection of prints and drawings in our virtual gallery.

The Museum offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days (rising to 30 days after 10 years' service) plus 2.5 privilege days and plus bank holidays.
• Membership of the civil service defined benefit pension scheme (find out here what benefits a civil service pension provides).
• Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions
• Participation in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections.
• Interest-free travel, bicycle, and rental deposit loans
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on food and gift shop purchases

Additional details:

For more information about this role, please see the job description.

If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details

The British Museum is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from unlawful discrimination or harassment. We value the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to a museum which represents world culture. The Museum is committed to ensuring that no job applicant suffers unlawful discrimination because of any protected characteristics. Our recruitment procedures aim to ensure that individuals are treated because of their relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

We offer a flexible way of working scheme that allows our employees to work remotely in a way that suits them and the organisation. We welcome questions and conversations at interview stage about how flexible working could work for you. We would typically see this role as working on site 2-3 days a week.

The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.

We are looking for a systems person! Someone who loves numbers, organising and creating an environment which supports excellent services for families across Lambeth.

Our mission is to empower Lambeth families, helping them to develop their resources and connections. We walk alongside families, providing emotional and practical support so that they can overcome the challenges they face and provide a brilliant early years foundation for their children. With our incredible network of volunteers we support 100-150 families every year across Lambeth. We do this through our home-visiting service and our Freedom programme for domestic abuse survivors. To learn more about our work, please see our impact report on our website.

“Volunteer support was life changing. It was seriously so good - I feel like my life is really different today, than when I first started with you guys. I never felt judged or ashamed of where I was at. Every issue I brought up, or area I struggled with, [my volunteer] listened but also helped me to come up with potential solutions.”

This Data & Finance Officer role underpins everything we do. You will lead the numbers and finance processes that keep our service moving. We are a small team, so you will be across all our numbers! This means delivering our data analysis and finance processing alongside overseeing improvements to these areas. This might include developing how we use data in our reporting and decision making. You’ll also be working to help us make every penny count to deliver maximum value to families in Lambeth.

This job is for you if:

• You enjoy working with data, using numbers to tell a story and working with others to deliver data-driven decision making.
• You have experience of finance processing and overseeing expenditure against budgets.
• You like to keep things well organised and have experience implementing systems within teams to support operations.
• You can communicate clearly and effectively with others, in person and in writing.
• You can manage your own work, meet deadlines and problem solve.
• You are passionate about a positive early childhood as the foundation for a happy future.

For more information, please see our attached job description and person specification.

The role is 21 hours a week and we can be fairly flexible about how these hours are worked within our normal working hours (9am - 5.30pm, Monday- Friday).

We are pleased to offer a generous 4% pension contribution and 25 days annual leave + statutory holidays (pro-rata).

The role requires a basic DBS check. We regret we cannot offer sponsorship to candidates living outside of the UK.

We're looking for a organised, compassionate and resilient Contract Manager to join our Young people service in Bromley.
£37,500.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.

Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert)
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Healthcare Cashplan through our partner Healthshield
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
* Online wellbeing resources
* A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
* Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
Contract Managers are responsible for the effective management of all contracts within their designated patch, including line managing the relevant front line staff. Leadership and competence development in direct reports is a key responsibility of the role.

What you'll do:
- Drive business planning activities within your contract, ensuring relevant and challenging objective setting and ongoing performance tracking, developing turn around action plans as may be necessary
- Using sound financial and accounting principles, manage contract budgets to deliver on corporate and local contract financial targets
- Successfully lead and motivate your team to ensure the championing of and maintenance of a positive local culture within your service
- Work to continuously improve staff competence, ensure ownership of all staff issues and speedy and effective conflict resolution
- Responsible for reporting all staff changes to HR and Payroll departments, as appropriate e.g. starters, leavers, additional hours etc.
- Responsible for maintaining quarterly staff succession plans
- Deliver effective, professional and commercially focused briefings and supervision meetings with staff and ensure that information, reporting & communications flow up/down is effective

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

About you:
- Ability to lead and motivate staff to deliver excellent services
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind
- Excellent organisation skills
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem

What you'll bring:

Essential:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Experience of managing contracts and resources and delivering to budget and performance targets
- Experience of delivering to housing management performance targets
- Experience of effectively managing and developing staff to ensure delivery of services performance targets within contract
- Experience of successfully managing external partnerships to ensure successful delivery of services
- Holds relevant CMI/NVQ Level 4 or other Business/Management Qualification

Desirable:
- Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Please see our website for full Job Description

We're looking for an organised, compassionate and resilient Registered Service Manager to join our Mental Health service in Lambeth.

£42,000.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.

Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Our benefits include:
Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert)
Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
Fully paid induction programme and further training
ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
Healthcare Cashplan through our partner Healthshield
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
Online wellbeing resources
A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

As Registered Service Manager (RSM) you will be responsible for ensuring your service is well led, maintains high quality standards, is financially robust and that your staff team are well developed and motivated.

What you'll do:
Leadership Accountabilities:
* Ensure the PBS framework is imbedded in service delivery with ongoing staff competency assessment and training
* Successfully lead and motivate your team to ensure the championing and ongoing maintenance of a positive performance culture within your service.

Operational Accountabilities:

* Drive business planning activities within your contract, ensuring relevant and challenging objectives are set and ongoing performance tracking, implementing improvement action plans as necessary
* Use sound financial and accounting principles, manage contract budgets to deliver on corporate and local contract financial targets

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

About you:
- Have extensive leadership and CRM experience
- Have the ability to motivate staff to deliver excellent services
- Be fundamentally calm and resilient, will not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Be practical and methodical
- Have excellent organisation skills and be able to work effectively under pressure
- Thrive on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments

What you'll bring:

Essential:
- Knowledge of Safeguarding, MHA, DOLs, MCA and regulatory frameworks
- Understanding and experience with CQC inspection framework and regulations
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Will complete Look Ahead's minimum competency training
- Experience of managing contracts and resources and delivering to budget and performance targets

Desirable:
- Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications
- Holds relevant Health and Social Care management qualification - eg QCF Level 5

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Please see our website for full Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to join our thriving and committed Community and Events Fundraising team. We are looking for someone who is creative, ambitious, and passionate about motivating individuals to fundraise in our communities, including schools, local businesses, and community groups, to help us drive income growth across our community fundraising programme.

You will take a strategic and data informed approach to drive growth in income and our supporter base. You will work with other teams in the fundraising department to ensure that our activity aligns with the wider fundraising programme and resonates with our target audience. You will also have the opportunity to bring your ideas and creativity to help shape the C&E Fundraising strategy.

In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.

In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.

Working hours: Minimum of 35 hours per week

Closing date: Monday 10th March 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Salary Information: £35,081 per annum (working a minimum of 40% across each month at our London Headquarters) or £31,323 per annum (Less than 40% attendance at our London Office) 

Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK

For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please click visit the government website and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship. 

Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.

Benefits:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) a contributory pension scheme; an employee assistance programme

University College London Hospitals Charity (UCLH Charity) is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell to recruit a Finance Manager on a permanent, full time basis. UCLH Charity is the main charity associated with University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The charity works to improve patient and staff welfare by providing funding for research, medical equipment and education facilities for the Trust, and is currently carrying out a major property redevelopment. The charity team also administers a subsidiary company and several other small charities.

UCLH Charity is now seeking a hardworking and versatile Finance Manager who can join the finance team which currently consists of six people. Reporting into the Head of Finance you will be responsible for a broad variety of finance tasks and will take ownership of the accounts of four smaller charities.

The key responsibilities will be:

UCLH Charity:

• Oversight of the work of the accounts payable and receivable team. 
• Management of staff season ticket loans, answering day to day queries and liaison with the UCLH payroll department including carrying out monthly reconciliations.
• Liaison with the Trust regarding invoices relating to grants made by the charity.
• Administration of leaving grants for hospital staff.
• Check payments and sign them off for approval.
• Oversee a high volume of transactions ensuring accuracy at all times.
• Answering any ad hoc queries from Executive Team, fundholders, fundraisers, donors and hospital staff.
• The opportunity to assist with budgeting, forecasting and the statutory accounts process.

Smaller charities:

• Management and statutory accounts for the following: Lymphoma Research Trust, Essex Wynter Charity, Friends of UCLH and Middlesex Hospital Nurses Benevolent Fund.

Liaising with fundraisers and attending trustees meetings which take place twice a year for the Lymphoma Research Trust.

The organisation:

UCLH Charity was established as a result of various mergers and restructures over the years, most recently 2000 and 2017.

UCLH Charity funds a wide range of projects to improve and enhance a hospital stay and provides funding for training and education so that staff at UCLH can provide the best possible care, using the latest techniques. The charity also funds new and innovative equipment, improvements to hospital spaces and a wide range of clinical research projects at UCLH, working to translate cutting-edge research and innovation into new and improved treatments for patients.

Essential requirements:

• Good team player and happy to work in a small team.
• Good knowledge of accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication skills and sense of customer service.
• Conscientious and with good attention to detail.
• Experience in a small to medium sized organisation.
• Well-organised and able to manage own workload in order to meet deadlines.

Please note previous charity experience is desirable but not essential.

UCLH Charity’s head office is based in Euston and candidates will be required to work in the office a minimum of three days per week.

The closing date for applications is 9th March 2025. Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our retained search agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!

TNF Charity is looking for a dynamic and creative Community Fundraising Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will be at the heart of our mission, organising and managing fundraising events that celebrate and support those who have served.

As a Community Fundraising Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies that engage our community and maximise support for our charity.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of events, from small community gatherings to large-scale fundraisers, ensuring each event is impactful and runs smoothly.
• Collaborate with volunteers, sponsors, and partners to build strong relationships and secure the resources needed for successful events.
• Create and manage promotional campaigns to raise awareness and drive participation in our fundraising activities.
• Monitor and evaluate the success of events, using feedback and data to continuously improve our efforts.

We are seeking someone who is not only detail-oriented but also has a genuine passion for our mission. Your ability to engage with the community, build strong relationships, and inspire others will be crucial. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited about the opportunity to make a tangible impact, we want to hear from you.

Join us at TNF Charity and help us honour our wounded veterans, serving personnel, and their families. Together, we can create unforgettable moments and make a real difference.