Financial Accountant Jobs

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

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

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

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

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

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

Age UK is currently recruiting for a Head of Finance Operations on a part-time, permanent basis. This is a great senior-level opportunity at Age UK and is a critical role within the charity. Please note the salary banding advertised is FTE (35 hours per week).

The purpose of the Head of Finance Operations role is to lead, manage, coordinate, and develop Age UK's treasury operations, income and cash management, accounts receivable and accounts payable.

Our aim is to bring control of the quality and provision of Finance Operations throughout the charity. This is an exciting opening for a commercially astute, experienced, Finance Operations professional.

The successful candidate will take the lead on all Finance Operations protecting Age UK's financial assets through robust financial controls and processes, ensuring GDPR compliance. We are looking for this role to oversee our treasury operations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, year-end and management accounts.

As Head of Finance Operations, you will manage key relationships to include retail operations, banking, and investment management, ensuring all needs are met. You will oversee all accounts receivable activities including the review of aged debtors and the creation of bad debt provision where necessary. You will also handle all accounts payable activities and support year-end preparation of statutory accounts and monthly management accounts.

This role will suit a proactive candidate with Treasury and Finance operations experience in a similar sized, complex organisation.

This is a hybrid opportunity, a blend of homebased and office working. Our linked office for this role is in London and you would be expected to attend the office around once a month for team days and more often if necessary.

The salary will be pro-rated for part-time hours. Full time at Age UK, constitutes as 35 hours per week. This position is 21 hours per week across 3 days. Wednesday afternoon is mandatory however we can be flexible on the other days/hours.

If you have passion for the mission and values of Age UK, combined with a desire to contribute to positive social impact, this role may be for you!

Age UK internal grade - 4L.

Must haves:

* Treasury and finance operations experience in a similar sized, complex organisation.
* Experience of using finance IT systems and working with colleagues to make improvements to process and procedure.
* Sound commercial judgement and confidence in challenging assumptions.
* Able to establish priorities and consistently deliver accurate, timely and relevant data to tight deadlines.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and excellent attention to detail.
* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office particularly Excel and Word.

Great to haves:
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills that enable you to clearly explain issues and present solutions.
* Experience of working with staff at all levels of an organisation and with both financial and non-financial staff.
* Evidence of building successful working relationships externally and internally and at all levels of an organisation.
* Experience working in charities.

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

We are looking to hire this position on a part-time basis (3 days per week). Wednesday afternoons are mandatory but we can be flexible on the other days. The salary will be pro-rated for part-time hours.

All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

An award-winning and fast growing organisation, which provides dedicated support to individuals in times of crisis and economic need, is recruiting an Interim Financial Controller to for a 6 month contract. Having recently expanded its services beyond London to the wider UK, this is an exciting time to be joining an organisation whose values are based on key principles of fairness and equality.

Reporting into the Head of Finance, a summary of some of this role’s duties is as follows:

• Undertake all aspects of financial reporting requirements for the organisation’s entities.
• Prepare statutory accounts and contribute to leading the year-end reporting processes
• Support the Senior Leadership Team in the provision of relevant commentary and analysis on monthly management information
• Develop annual budgets for internal departments, supporting budget-holders on in-year budget updates to advise on performance vs. budget
• Responsibility for oversight of financial operations (transactions, payments etc.) undertaken by the Finance Officers

You will be:

Immediately availble or on a short notice period

A part-qualified, qualified or qualified by experience accountant

You will have exposure to both financial and management reporting and have good to strong excel skills

Candidates from all sectors (charity, commercial and other) are encouraged to apply, though you must be motivated by working in a values-driven organisation

What’s in it for you:

• Day rate of £300-£350 depending on experience 
• Full time or part-time applicants will be considered (4 day working week

London’s Air Ambulance 
Head of FP&A
Salary: £68,000 - £75,000
Permanent, flexible working
Hybrid working, 2/3 days a week in office
Office based on Mansell Street
Closest Stations Tower Hill and Aldgate 

London's Air Ambulance treats patients who experience critical injury in the capital and support them and their families on a road to recovery. This is only possible through close collaboration between  London's Air Ambulance Charity, the London Ambulance Service (LAS), Barts Health NHS Trust (Barts), London's Major Trauma Centres and the wider Major Trauma Networks, to deliver groundbreaking care and save lives. To deliver this service the charity is split across two locations, with offices in Mansell St and in the Royal London Hospital.

London's Air Ambulance Charity has recently agreed an ambitious 15-year strategy to deliver the best possible care to the people of London. This strategy will involve growth into new areas of work, more complexity in income and expenditure streams, and an increased need for strong financial leadership to guide the charity, its staff and its board of trustees.

The Head of FP&A is a key member of the finance team and, alongside the Head of Financial Accounting, will help shape the strategic management and direction of the team. The Head of FP&A is a key senior role in the charity to support the Directors, Trustees and budget holders to understand and interpret the charity's finances.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, IT and Facilities, the Head of FP&A will lead on the charity's financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, as well as having a key role in the long-term strategic financial planning process. The Head of FP&A will manage the Finance Business Partnering function which provides expert support and guidance to budget holders and key stakeholders across the charity.

Key areas of responsibilities;

• Lead the finance business partnering function, which provides support and guidance to budget holders and key stakeholders across the charity
• Financial evaluation of project proposals to support management decision-making, providing expertise on financial modelling, NPV, ROI, and sensitivity analysis
• Ensure that staff and trustees are provided with useful, relevant and insightful financial information in line with agreed deadlines, and that they are supported to use it effectively 
• Lead on strategic financial reporting and analysis in line with plans
• Lead and manage the design and build of financial models to support strategic planning and the impact of projects and forecasting across the charity
• Working with the DFIF to develop dashboards and financial key performance indicators for the charity
• Lead and manage the charity's budgeting process, developing budgeting models and tools, and interpreting financial information to give a clear picture of the charity's short and long term financial position
• Work closely with the Head of Financial Accounts to ensure that strategic and operational goals are aligned and to encourage collaboration in the finance team

Who are we looking for?

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

Benefits for working at London’s Air Ambulance:

• Generous pension scheme with employer contribution rate up to 10%
• Generous annual leave allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays
• Eye care scheme and many more!

London’s Air Ambulance is fully open to sector experience. As such we welcome candidates from industry, charity or practice backgrounds.

Timetable:
Closing deadline:           Thursday 14th November
1st stage Interview:        Thursday 21st November
2nd stage Interview:       w/c 25th November

Next steps?
To apply for this position, submit your CV and get in touch with Iain Slinn.

Job Purpose

This is a senior management position, working closely with the joint CEOs and the Board to ensure Graeae prospers artistically and financially.

The Finance Director will be responsible for implementing Graeae’s vision as laid out in the company’s business plan and to achieve artistic excellence, effective development of the company and financial stability. The Finance Director has overall responsibility for the financial management of the company, in liaison with the CEO, and the development and maintenance of financial controls, systems and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Financial management

1. Lead the financial management and the development and maintenance of financial controls, systems and procedures

1. Lead the preparation for annual budgets and project budgets in liaison with the joint CEOs
2. Establish and monitor key performance indicators in liaison with the joint CEOs
3. Manage the company's overall expenditure, ensuring it is in line with budgets
4. Monitor grants alongside the joint CEOs ensuring that all funds are received when due
5. Liaise with funders and service partners on the submission of reports on financial and other matters as required
6. Ensure Graeae fulfils its legal and funding agreement obligations, including writing and updating franchise applications and business plans.
7. Manage the company's payroll and pension scheme
8. Manage and review “Access to Work” claims in consultation with the Access Manager
9. Prepare papers for Finance Sub Committee and take minutes
10. Act as lead officer with the company's auditors, bankers and lawyers and HMRC
11. Act as Company Secretary to the Board of Directors and to service the Board and Finance Sub Committee in particular through the provision of clear and accurate financial information to ensure their informed policy and decision-making

Financial reporting

1. Prepare quarterly management accounts for presentation to the Finance Sub Committee and Board
2. Lead the preparation and filing of annual statutory accounts in consultation with the joint CEOs
3. Prepare monthly reconciliations including bank and control accounts, business charge cards and petty cash
4. Prepare quarterly VAT returns
5. Prepare monthly and annual PAYE/NI returns
6. Prepare annual cash flow forecasts and update quarterly.

Other duties

1. Line manage the Finance Assistant, delegating all appropriate areas of financial administration
2. Provide in-house training for non-financial staff members in budget preparation and monitoring

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

1. Professional qualification or proven significant experience of financial management

2. Experience of software packages, including Word, Excel, Access and a computerised accounts package, preferably Sage 50 Accounts and Sage Payroll.

3. High level numeracy skills and attention to detail

4. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. (NB Graeae recognises that this can be achieved by various means, e.g. through a third party communicator)

5. Excellent time management and strong organisational skills

6. Line management skills

7. Ability to contribute as part of a small team

8. Experience of developing and maintaining financial systems and controls

9. Commitment to the implementation of Graeae’s Equal Opportunities & Diversity policies within the areas relevant to the post.

10.  Willingness to undertake training.

Desirable

1. Knowledge of current disability issues

2. Interest in/experience of theatre/Arts/Voluntary Sector

British Sign Language skills

Location: Woking
Contract: Permanent, Part time
Salary; £40,000 - £45,000 FTE
Hours: 22.5h 3 days a week

Are you a detail-oriented financial professional with a passion for making an impact? 24-7 Prayer is seeking a dedicated Financial Controller to oversee all aspects of our accounting functions, from managing budgets and payroll to producing our annual report and accounts. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic, purpose-driven organization, we want to hear from you!
For more information please download the job description attached.

Key Responsibilities:

- The Financial Controller will assist in maintaining the high standards in the finance team and play a pivotal role in supporting the CFO in running the team.
- Prepare the annual accounts, in compliance with SORP and relevant GAAP. Work with external accountants/auditors to manage the preparation and audit of end-of-year accounts.
- Facilitate the production of the annual report.
- Lead on organisation-wide budgetary planning along with the CFO and CEO.
- Responsibility for the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger.
- Ensure efficient day-to-day financial operations within the charity, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions.
- Efficient and rigorous financial administration including but not limited to staff expense, bookkeeping, gift aid (and any associated schemes), P11d, bank reconciliations, payroll, the workplace pensions scheme, credit card management and invoice processing.
- Provide support and training to other staff on finance issues (such as purchasing and commissioning of expenditure, charity SORP requirements, etc.)
- Ensure all external obligations, accounts and budgets are prepared and reported in a prompt, accurate and timely manner.
- Ensure all organisational financial practices are in line with statutory regulations and legislation and evolve and ensure adherence to finance policies and procedures, including the maintenance and development of these.
- Stay up to date with any relevant changes to charity legal and financial responsibilities, for example charity commission and HMRC reporting requirements.

Key requirements and skills:

- Professional accountancy qualification (CIMA, ACA, ACCA) with significant experience in financial control, ideally in a UK charity.
- Experience in managing year-end audits and producing statutory accounts.
- Track record of planning and budgeting for organisations with annual turnover of at least £1 million.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- High levels of familiarity and comfort with Microsoft office packages and computer-based accountancy packages – QuickBooks is currently in use.
- Experience with DEXT, ApprovalMax and SAS is desirable.
- Ability to prioritise and work flexibly in a busy environment.
- Be comfortable working in a hands-on environment.
- Enthusiastic and self-motivated with initiative.

Additional Comments:
This role holds an Occupational Requirement for the Postholder to be a practicing Christian who maintains a living relationship with God and live consistently according to Biblical principles. This is in accordance with Schedule 7 of the Equality Act 2010.

Reasonable time will be given for retreat, prayer, and personal spiritual development in liaison with your
line manager.

Please note, the appointment of this role will be subject to:

- Satisfactory references
- Evidence of right to work in the UK
- Meeting the requirement to be a practising Christian
- living within a reasonable commuting distance of Woking
- We reserve the right to close the role early should we have sufficient candidates.

About 27-7 Prayer
24-7 Prayer is an international, interdenominational movement of prayer, mission and justice; a non-stop prayer meeting that has continued for every minute of this century so far, in over half the countries on Earth.

24-7 Prayer began as one simple prayer meeting in 1999, and is now an international, interdenominational movement, reviving the church and rewiring the culture through non-stop night and day prayer. From apps and courses to prayer rooms and blogs; we exist to help people pray.

Closing date 17-11-2024

REF-217 654

Location: Bristol
Discipline: Finance
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £63,860 per annum
Job ref: 022582
Expiry date: 30 Nov 2024 23:59
Working Location: Hybrid Remote. Bristol Office Location & Home Working with a minimum of 1 day a week in the office location

Working Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday

#Care to join us?

We are looking for a Finance Manager (Management Accounting) to join our friendly and welcoming team here at Hft. This is your chance to make a real difference to people's lives.

Hft is one of the largest charities in England and Wales supporting people with learning disabilities. We are passionate about what we do and we use our unique understanding of the challenges facing the people we support to speak up for them to bring about positive change. We have a rich 60-year heritage and a clear vision, we are ambitious and wholly committed to what we can achieve for the people we support and have embarked on a journey of transformation that will ensure we can meet their changing needs and extend our reach and impact.

What will you be doing?

As a senior manager within the Finance function, the Finance Manager - Management Accounting will be accountable and responsible for the provision of accurate and timely operational financial reports & analysis including budgets and forecasts for the organisation.

Managing the management accounting team of 7 staff.

Building strong relationships with the operational business areas to ensure that they understand their financial performance and that they are supported by the management accounting team throughout the tender process for new contracts or contract changes.

The Finance Manager - Management Accounting will have overall accountability for ensuring that the organisation is properly reimbursed on a timely basis for the services it provides through management of the billing and cash collection processes.

In the absence of the Head of Finance there may be a requirement for the post holder to deputise for the Head of Finance in matters related to their own area of expertise.

About you

- You will have a professional Accountancy Qualification: ACA, CIMA, ACCA
- A great team player with experience of managing a team of accountants
- Significant post-qualification experience of preparing management accounts
- Comfortable working within a changing environment, with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Hands-on experience of budgeting, invoicing, pricing and driving performance
- You will be a technically strong accountant; confident in reviewing, challenging and improving accounting policies and processes
- Strong IT knowledge, including demonstrable proficiency and experience of using Microsoft Office suite with the ability to produce reports and presentations within Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- You will have strong organisational and planning skills, and significant experience of working within the commercial sector.

What’s in it for you?

There are a range of benefits and career development opportunities at Hft. We’ll give you a comprehensive induction, full training, and lots of support along the way. ???????

With Investors in People and Skills for Care accreditation, we are committed to investing in you to ensure you have the specialist skills and expertise needed to support people to live the best life possible. As a ‘Gold’ standard Investors in People accredited employer, we are committed to supporting colleague wellbeing as a priority.

We offer:

- All Hft employees get access to the Telus Health – the world’s biggest 24/7 colleague counselling and support service. It is completely free for all colleagues to use in complete confidence, whenever and however they want to access it.
- Access to a range of discounts on your favourite brands through Telus Health
- Fully funded apprenticships
- Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status
- Wagestream – a free financial wellbeing tool
- Care Friends – a referral scheme (available from the 2nd October 2023)
- 33 days holidays (including 8 bank holidays)
- A contributory pension scheme & life assurance
- Free DBS check
- and more…

Find your place with us and change lives.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

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Hft's usual terms and conditions apply. Hft is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As a Disability Confident Employer, Hft is helping to ensure that disabled people have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations that people without disabilities do. Successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure check against the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Having a criminal record may not bar you from employment.

REF-217 785

MLC Partners are working with a historic charitable organisation who are recruiting their new FP&A Manager. Based in London, but with a large amount of flexibility, the role is a new position and offers the prospect of putting your stamp on things and leaving a real legacy. Reporting into a manager who has a clear focus on developing teams, this is a great opportunity for someone looking for the next step in their career.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

• Manage the budgeting and forecasting process, working with stakeholders to support the strategic direction of the organisation.
• Deliver insight and analysis into the monthly management accounts, providing commentary for the ELT where necessary.
• Developing the monthly reporting cycle, with reporting across the organisation of financial performance, comparisons with budgets and relevant KPIs.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a fully qualified accountant.
• Come with a commercial mindset and ideally have worked in a Big Four environment.
• Demonstrate experience of using advanced financial modelling, data visualisation and related tools.
• Have a specific interest in working in the charity sector.
• Candidates with any sector background are welcomed to apply, but experience improving financial insight within an organisation will be highly sought after.

CVs will be reviewed daily so please don’t delay in applying. For more information, or for an informal discussion about your job search, please contact Jamie Elliott at MLC Partners.

We are seeking an Interim Financial Controller to join a leading charity operating in the heritage sector for a period of 9-12 months. Reporting to the CFO, this role manages a team of 4 and has responsibility for the day-to-day finance operations ensuring financial compliance with regulations and maintaining internal controls.

Key responsibilities include: Preparation of the statutory accounts and liaising with auditors, managing the organisations balance sheet, and ensuring the accuracy of payroll, capital accounts and investments.

Essential Criteria:

• Professional accountancy qualification (CIMA, ACA, ACCA) with experience in financial control within the charity sector
• Line management Experience 
• Strong knowledge of Charities SORP
• Experience in managing year-end audits and producing statutory accounts.
• Strong proficiency with financial systems and reporting tools.

What’s in it for you:

• Day rate: £350pd - £425pd (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working: 1 day required in Central London Office

Year End Accountant

We are delighted to be supporting a UK based arts charity with the recruitment on an interim year-end accountant to support the Head of Finance with the year-end process.

This role will manage the preparation of the year end accounts, and financial statements and subsequent audit process to a satisfactory completion of the audit.

We are looking for a skilled year-end accountant with expertise in statutory reporting within a charities context and good understanding of charities SORP.

The role will last for an initial 4 month period with at least 3 days office time required per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the year end process and be the main point of contact for auditors
• Ensure all controls relating to accounts payable/receivable are appropriate and are operating correctly
• Design and maintain financial controls
• Ensure all balance sheets are fully reconciled

Key Criteria

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
• Knowledge of Charity SORP
• Experienced in the preparation of SORP-compliant statutory accounts and managing the year-end audit including relationship management with auditors
• Ability to work autonomously 

Assistant Accountant - Part time 3 days a week

Are you an Assistant Accountant looking for your next new opportunity?

This is a newly created role for a £1.5million turnover charity based in South West London. You will be joining a small team, reporting to Merton Connected's Finance Partner .

This is a part time role.

Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum (will be pro ratad for three days a week)

Hybrid: Going to their office based in Tooting / Mitcham once a week

Hours of work: 21 hours per week

Key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Preparing accounts upto Trail balance
• Assisting with Quarterly accounts
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records using QuickBooks
• Liaising with external suppliers and customers
• Formulating and setting up supplier payment runs
• Preparing and Filing invoices, data entry
• Responsible for credit control
• Reviewing and posting staff and credit card expenses
• Managing all financial records and daily bookkeeping of the business
• Process Accounts Payable and ensure invoices are coded
• Preparing monthly Bank reconciliations and credit card transactions
• Assist with the budgeting and forecasting function
• Assisting with the preparation of Year-End audits
• Monthly payroll and pension duties

Candidates applying for this role must have the following:

• Excellent numeracy skills and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task
• Sound understanding of double entry book-keeping including month end adjustments
• If you have experience using QuickBooks it's a great advantage, or any other cloud based accounting system
• AAT qualified, holds a similar qualification or is working towards qualification

This role will be closing on 11^th November, 2024

The client may decide to close the role within a week if they get suitable applications.

Candidates shortlisted will be requested to answer three questions as part of the shortlisting process

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Are you an experienced Chief Financial Officer seeking a new and exciting challenge? Do you have experience of working in the NfP sector? Are you on a short notice period or available immediately? If so, please read on…

My client is a leading not-for-profit organisation based in central London seeking an interim Chief Financial Officer on an initial 9-month temporary basis to bolster their team and improve the finance function, there is a strong opportunity to get extended.

The company has an excellent workplace culture, with strong employee retention and a focus on personal and professional development. They are seeking an experienced CFO to join on an interim basis. This role will provide critical financial leadership and support during a period of transition.

The main responsibilities of the interim Chief Operating Officer are:

• Oversee key financial functions, including financial reporting, month-end reviews, sales analysis, and forecasting.
• Lead the finance team through an ERP system change, ensuring smooth implementation and process optimisation.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to the Finance Accountant, ensuring continuity in financial operations during this transitional period.
• Participate in monthly leadership meetings, providing financial insights and contributing to business strategy development.
• Work closely with senior management, to ensure alignment on financial goals and reporting.

My client is looking for:

• A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and the ability to manage system change.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills to support the finance team.
• Ability to provide strategic financial insights and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proven experience in implementing financial policies, procedures and systems that bring efficiencies and value for money into the organisation, strong business acumen.

My client can offer a flexible approach to working, with 2 days a week going into the office based in central London and the rest working remotely. There is also a strong opportunity for this role to get extended or go permanent.

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

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

Are you a financial leader with a passion for making a difference?

The World Cancer Research Fund International is seeking a strategic, analytical and experienced Finance Director to join their team.

About:

World Cancer Research Fund International is a leading authority on cancer prevention through diet, weight, and physical activity. They commission and interpret research, lead and unify a network of cancer charities with a global reach, influence policy at the highest level, and are trusted advisors to governments and other official bodies worldwide.

Hybrid - 2 days in Office in London. Occasional travel to US and Europe.

The Role:

As the Finance Director, you will play a crucial role in shaping the financial strategy and ensuring the financial health of the organisation. You will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, managing financial risks, financial reporting, and compliance. You will work closely with the executive team to support strategic decision-making and drive the financial performance of the organisation ensuring sustainable economic growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the financial planning and analysis processes to support strategic initiatives.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes, providing insights and recommendations to the executive team.
• Oversee the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of financial goals with organisational objectives.

About You:

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, AAT or CIMA) or equivalent with evidence of continued professional development
• Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Proven knowledge and experience of financial requirements and reporting in international environments, specifically in UK, US and the Netherlands.
• Proven experience of year-end statutory accounts production and external audit management
• In depth knowledge of charity financial regulations in the UK, experience in US and the Netherlands would be beneficial
• Demonstrable success in system and process improvement and working with non-financial leadership teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.

What They Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working - 2 days in office.
• Excellent benefits.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on global cancer prevention efforts.

If you are a strategic financial leader with a passion for making a difference, we would love to hear from you. Please submit an update to date CV to or call Lisa or Matt at TPP.

We're working to a deadline of 12th November 2024.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

My client, a well-established health charity, is seeking an Interim Finance Director for approximately six months.

You will be responsible for ensuring the strategic and operational financial management of the organisation runs smoothly. You will also lead and support a dynamic finance team, ensuring it operates efficiently and effectively.

You'll oversee everything from ensuring seamless payroll processing to preparing detailed management accounts for the CEO and Board, with a hands-on approach when necessary.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A professional accounting qualification
• Strong team leadership abilities, with experience onboarding and supporting new team members, and fostering a cohesive, supportive environment
• A commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes across all aspects of the finance function
• The ability to balance day-to-day operational responsibilities with strategic oversight as needed
• A proven track record of success in a similar role within a charity, social enterprise, or public sector organisation

Given the urgency of this requirement, applications are under constant review. Please apply ASAP to avoid missing on an excellent opportunity!

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