Full-Time Head Of Finance Jobs
About Black Thrive
Black Thrive Global (BTG) evolved from the work of the Black Thrive Lambeth Partnership, which was established in 2016. We exist to address the inequalities that negatively impact the mental health and wellbeing of Black people so that the thriving of Black communities is the norm.
Our guiding principle is that Black communities should be at the forefront of reimagining, redefining and co-creating a society where systemic racism and other oppressive systems have been dismantled so that they have fulfilling lives. We have two priorities – building a Black Thrive Research Institute and embedding race equity in systems change.
Job title: Head of Finance and Operations
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Manages: 1 x Finance Officer + 1 x Human Resources & Admin Manager + Dotted line management for all staff in different teams with finance and admin responsibilities
Geographic focus: All
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Hours: 37.5 per week (flexible working available)
Benefits: 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension contribution
Purpose of the role
The purpose of this role is to lead our finance and operations functions and support the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to implement management systems to efficiently run the business and achieve strategic objectives agreed by Global Black Thrive Board of Directors. This includes governance, finance, human resources, IT, legal, health and safety, and facilities management.
This role is strategic as well as multi-faceted and hands-on and will work collaboratively as part of Global Black Thrive’s Senior Leadership Team to
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Develop robust approaches to finance and operations and provide practical support for Black Thrive teams to manage their programmes and projects; and
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Support staff to take on delegated responsibility for finance, HR and operations and to develop their skills and knowledge base.
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Develop a Fundraising Strategy through creating comprehensive fundraising plans tailored to the organisation's needs and goals.
Duties and responsibilities
- Support the CEO to manage the organisation and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including finance, HR, health and safety, data protection, and deadlines for annual returns to Companies House, the Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies, and HMRC.
- Put in place governance and management systems to support the efficient operation of the business, and the achievement of strategic objectives and milestones agreed by the Global Black Thrive Board of Directors.
- Support in the development of Black Thrive’s internal Learning and development infrastructure, particularly with the Learning Week.
- Lead on strategic reviews of organisational policies and procedures and work with the CEO and colleagues to review, update and operationalise policies and procedures.
- Line manage Finance Officer and lead finance functions, including working with managers to prepare and monitor budgets, ensuring that there are appropriate financial controls and operational arrangements in place (including for outgoing and incoming invoices and grants), liaising with external accounting and payroll providers and training staff as required.
- Line mange the HR and Admin Manager and support with updating policies, rolling out strategic changes and communicating these companywide.
- Provide timely and accurate strategic financial management information to enable the Board of Directors, CEO and managers to have effective oversight and make strategic short-term and long-term decisions.
- Work with others in the organisation and support the Fundraising Strategy. This will also include strategies for creating our own independent funds that are not linked to an external funder.
- Support the CEO to fulfil their role as Designated Lead Officer for safeguarding, including updating the safeguarding policy, ensuring that it is given effect and maintaining a robust system of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and training for staff, associates, consultants and volunteers.
- Ensure the provision of effective day-to-day administration of HR functions, including induction, training, learning week organisation and appraisal systems
- Ensure effective management of premises, facilities, and equipment, including maintenance of an asset register.
- Stay up to date with trends and best practices in governance, finance and operations relevant to Global Black Thrive’s mission.
- Work with Global Black Thrive Directors to resolve disputes or disagreements that negatively impact on the achievement of objectives.
- Ensure compliance with legislation and policies relevant to the job role, including equality, safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and financial probity.
- Produce and deliver presentations, reports and other material relevant to the role.
- Occasionally work at weekends and in the evenings when required.
Please note: The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Head of Finance and Operations
E – Essential: requirements without which the job could not be done.
D – Desirable: requirements that would enable the candidate to perform the job well.
Qualifications and Experience
- Equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration or related fieldE
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial and operations in an organisation dealing with multiple and/or complex programmes and partnerships. E
- Experience in developing and implementing new systems and processes in start-up environments D
- Experience of using online accounting software e.g. Xero and setting up and maintaining financial and administrative systems that are compliant with data protection and privacy laws. E
- Experience of fundraising or generating funds for an organisation through grant applications, external funders or through fund raising events and activities. D
Ability, skills, knowledge - Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to balance “taking charge” with motivating others and supporting them to grow and develop. E
- A good track record of achieving objectives and meeting deadlines. E
- Excellent understanding of financial management and controls. E
- Knowledge of statutory frameworks relating to governance, finance, HR, health and safety and data protection and ability to ensure compliance.D
- Commitment to equality for all people as well as good knowledge and understanding of the experiences of Black people of African and Caribbean descent and a strong drive to address the factors which negatively impact upon their health and wellbeing. E
- Commitment to the key principles underpinning the Social Model of Disability. D
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. E
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including conveying complex information adaptable to people from different professional backgrounds and levels of seniority. E
- Excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, ability to multitask and to manage a heavy workload and competing priorities.E
- Ability to work at speed through ambiguity and uncertainty and remain calm under pressure. D
- Ability to remain enthusiastic, optimistic and solutions-focused in the face of adversity and to deliver tangible results with minimal supervision. E
- High level of digital competence to support strategic and operational goals. D
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required but we will treat applicants who have a criminal record fairly and will not unreasonably discriminate because of a conviction or other information revealed.
Please ensure your cover letter demonstrate how you meet the requirements for this role and explain why you would like to work for Global Black Thrive.
We exist to change the odds stacked against Black people by embedding race equity into systemic change so that thriving is the norm not the exception
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Vision
We are committed to building a society which enables people who draw on social care to live fulfilling lives.
The role:
A great opportunity for you to join our small friendly team and make a real difference to people’s lives by:
· Playing a pivotal role in providing operational and strategic leadership in the financial management of SCIE
· Leading the Finance Team on all aspects of SCIE’s day-to-day financial operations to ensure financial health, long-term sustainability and compliance with polices, charity legislation and other relevant financial standards
· Leading on the process of preparing and setting budgets, financial forecasting and reporting, liaising closely with the Director of Finance and Corporate Resources and budget holders as appropriate
· Lead on the timely preparation and production of the monthly management accounts, ensuring income and expenditure is recognised accurately with appropriate, supporting audit documentation in place
· Lead on the critical undertaking of required financial due diligence approval checks against the raising of our client sales invoices, monthly payroll submissions, fortnightly BACS runs, cash flow management and bank reconciliations
· Leading on SCIE’s annual external audit, including the preparation of our statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with all relevant charity legislation, regulations and financial reporting standards
What we are looking for:
· Achievement of a recognised, fully qualified professional Accountancy qualification (for example, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
· A dynamic and experienced individual, with proven experience in a senior financial management role, ideally within the charity sector
· Proficient in preparing, analysing and presenting financial statements (income statement, balance sheet and cashflow statement).
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain financial processes to non-financial staff.
· Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making
· Proven IT skills, including a high-level proficiency in Microsoft Office packages, with a strong knowledge of Excel’s functions and formulas
· Proficient in financial management software and tools
What we offer in return.
We offer excellent staff benefits including a competitive salary and homeworking allowance. We provide an employer pension contribution above the statutory minimum, an award-winning employee assistance programme, and an attractive holiday package which rises with length of service.
If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Head of Operations
Salary: £40,221 (NJC SCP 32) per annum (pro rata)
Benefits: Health and Wellbeing cashback scheme, company sick pay and an annual leave entitlement of 25 days + bank holidays in addition to mental health days.
Hours: 0.8-FT (28 - 35 hours per week) flexible arrangements will be considered
Contract: Permanent
Location: Bristol office based with some flexibility for remote working. Please be aware Wednesday is a compulsory office day and the successful candidate must be available for in-person meetings.
About Us:
Self Injury Support (SIS) is the leading UK charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by self-harm. We understand that self-harm is not a standalone mental health issue; it is also often a complex personal, social, political and economic issue. Our mission is to provide accessible, inclusive, experience-led services and evidence-based training to improve the lives of those who self-harm and the people who care for them; helping to reduce harm directly and indirectly, minimising stigma, and creating collaborative, compassionate avenues for change.
We are a small, ambitious charity and are looking for a someone to join our team as Head of Operations, ensuring the smooth running of our day-to-day operational services so we can continue making a difference.
The Role:
As Head of Operations, you will play a pivotal role in the strategic and operational management of SIS. You will be responsible for overseeing HR, finance, and facilities, while providing essential leadership support to the CEO. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of the organisation, ensuring our infrastructure is strong and sustainable.
Key Responsibilities:
- HR Management: Oversee recruitment, employee relations, and performance management processes to ensure we attract and retain the right talent.
- Finance: Manage budgeting, financial reporting, and day-to-day financial operations, ensuring funds are used effectively and efficiently.
- Facilities: Oversee the management and maintenance of our facilities, ensuring a safe, supportive environment for both staff and beneficiaries.
- Leadership Support: Work closely with the CEO, providing strategic and operational advice, supporting decision-making, and ensuring alignment with our goals.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure we meet our legal, financial, and regulatory obligations, managing policies and risk assessments.
- Team Leadership: Lead, inspire, and develop the operations team, instilling a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking an individual with strong operational management experience, ideally within the charity or non-profit sector. You will be a strategic thinker with excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities effectively. A passion for our cause and a commitment to supporting those affected by self-harm is essential.
Key Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience in HR, finance, and facilities management, ideally within a charity or non-profit organisation.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
- Experience in budget management, financial reporting, and ensuring financial sustainability.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Strong understanding of compliance, governance, and risk management.
- Empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of those affected by self-harm.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a passionate and supportive team, working in a rewarding role where you’ll directly contribute to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a senior leadership position within an impactful mental health charity.
Researchers have identified a considerable gendered difference in the approach to applying for new job roles, with women often choosing not to apply unless they meet 90% or more of the criteria, while men are likely to apply with a 60% match. To better address this, and the women in leadership gap in the UK, we encourage all applicants to consider whether they may be suitable for the role even if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. You will have the opportunity to highlight blind spots at interview and we welcome an open discussion about where you wish to develop your skills.
For more information, please refer to the attached job description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position: Head of Finance & Corporate Services
Location: Hybrid. The Trust's offices are in the park on Ledrington Road, SE19 2BB.
Type: Full time, 40 hours per week, permanent (with 0.8 FTE considered).
Salary: c. £45k pa (pro rata for 0.8 FTE)
Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, increases by a day, pro rata, each year completed, up to 30 days pro rata. Employer Pension Contribution 5%; Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) service; Flexible working.
Closing date for applications: Monday 7 October 2024 at 10:00
Interview date: Friday 25 October 2024
About the role
At over 200 acres Crystal Palace Park is far larger than most urban parks. Beloved as a ‘back garden’ to many people in the surrounding neighbourhoods, it is also of national and international significance due to its design as the grounds to the Victorian architectural masterpiece, The Crystal Palace, and its rich unique heritage including the 170-year-old world-famous dinosaurs. Today, circa one million people visit the park every year; to relax and meet friends and family, take part in sports and physical exercise, enjoy world-class acts during summer festivals, or simply have a moment of peace and enjoyment of nature.
The Head of Finance & Corporate Services role offers the opportunity to join a young and growing registered charity at an exciting point in its evolution, and to help lead on establishing Crystal Palace Park as an exemplar in urban park management, community-led regeneration, and cultural and heritage programming.
We are looking for a qualified finance professional to join our friendly team in the post of Head of Finance & Corporate Services as we develop our systems, infrastructure, and income streams to secure our long-term sustainability. Central to the success of our strategy is an efficient finance function providing timely management information and strong financial controls.
You will be an astute finance professional who is able to provide sound financial advice as well having a strong grip on day-to-day financial operations. You will also ideally have experience of HR, IT, and administrative functions, and will assume company secretary responsibilities, enjoying direct liaison with our Board of Trustees.
How to apply
For more information on how to apply, please download the application pack here. Please submit the required documents to jobs@ with the subject ‘Role: Head of Finance & Corporate Services’
Applications must be received by Monday 7 October 2024 at 10am
Interviews will be held on Friday 25 October 2024. All applicants must submit an Equal Opportunities Form
Crystal Palace Park Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that our staff should represent the communities, organisations, and individuals that we work with and support. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or nationality.
We thank all applicants for their interest.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are recruiting for an experienced Head of Finance for our small and energetic Accounts team. The School of Philosophy and Economic Science is a registered educational charity offering courses to adults, both in person and online.
This position gives you an opportunity to get involved in all aspects of charity finance, from managing a team to reporting to the Trustee board, coordinating budgets and overseeing our annual audit. It's a busy and varied role.
The Head of Finance reports directly to the charity's General Manager and Treasurer.
The purpose of the role is twofold:
- To maintain and improve accounting reporting and controls
- To manage, support, and develop the Senior Accountant and Accounts Assistant
This is a true hybrid role, working from home with two days a week in our West London office. We offer 28 days of annual leave a year, with Bank Holidays and the period between Christmas and New Year in addition to this leave.
SPES offers courses in Philosophy, Economics and other subjects founded on spiritual principles expressing the natural laws applicable to humanity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Centre 404 is a leading charity with an excellent strong reputation for providing high quality support and services to people with learning disabilities and their families. Based in North London, we currently work across eight London boroughs.
We are now seeking an experienced, solution-focussed Head of Finance and IT to join our Senior Management Team. This role oversees the financial operations and drives the development of our integrated IT strategy, ensuring first-class financial and IT service across the organisation.
In this role you will ensure timely and accurate management and financial reporting across the organisation, fostering a culture of financial accountability and ensuring that all stakeholders have a sense of co-ownership of this; working closely with the senior management team you will support grant applications to ensure that the terms and conditions of these grants are understood and complied with. You will also manage our cloud-based IT services to support the delivery of our strategic plan, ensuring best value IT across the organisation.
The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or CIPFA) with a solid understanding of IT systems management. They will have proven experience in both financial and IT leadership roles, working closely with senior managers and collaborating with a range of internal and external stakeholders at senior levels. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to present complex financial data to diverse audiences to ensure the organisation's financial sustainability. Experience in the charity sector and in developing financial strategy is essential for this role.
In return, the post holder will benefit from being part of a well-established and supportive finance function and Senior Leadership Team.
Full details of the role are outlined in the job description and background information.
Closing date: Please note, applications will be shortlisted and interviewed on a rolling basis.
Centre 404 is dedicated to staff development and we will provide a detailed induction and on-going training and support. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and the children we support, and we are looking to recruit people who share these values. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and two satisfactory references.
We are dedicated to providing a meaningful and rewarding work environment, as well as offering a range of perks and benefits for our staff to enjoy.
Centre 404 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Charity ref number 299889
How to apply: Please submit a CV along with a cover statement addressing the following: “Tell us more about why you are interested in this role and what you would bring to this post in terms of your knowledge, skills and experience”. Please ensure you refer to the person specification in your statement and explain how you meet the criteria.
Transforming Lives for Good (TLG) is a national Christian charity working in partnership with local churches to give struggling children a hope and a future. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our award winning (Sunday Times Best Not for Profit to work for) team as Head of Finance. We’re looking for a commercially minded and relational leader capable of developing the finance team and bringing strategic financial leadership to the organisation at every level.
To join our dynamic staff team, we are looking for an individual with clear systematic thinking and ability to embed system changes in an increasingly complex organisation. You’ll enjoy working in a growth context and come with an entrepreneurial, problem-solving mindset and the high expectations that inspire excellence in all those around you. As a key member of the Wider Leadership Team, you will play a central role in developing the financial leadership and culture throughout our organisation with outstanding judgement and integrity. If this sounds like you and you share our passion to see UK churches transforming the lives of struggling children, then we would love to hear from you.
TLG is a Christian charity hence, we are looking for individuals with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.
We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) is exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell, in our search for a Head of Finance to join our team on a permanent basis. GWEC’s mission is to ensure that wind power establishes itself as the answer to today’s energy challenges, providing substantial environmental and economic benefits.
The Head of Finance is a new role which supports the growth of the global finance team in line with the rapid organisational growth and spread internationally. The Head of Finance role shall provide financial leadership, alongside the CFO, through proactive engagement with each business unit vertical, robust support, monitoring and challenge of financial decision-making in context of plans and strategic directives informing key decisions across the Global Organisation.
The organisation:
We are a high-profile non-profit organisation and trade association leading the international clean energy transition as the world seeks to stay within 1.5c global warming target. We have innovative programmes and collaborations promoting sustainable offshore and onshore wind development, mentoring women working in wind industry, education and energy access.
GWEC are a Belgium registered association with subsidiary companies and offices in the UK, India, China, Portugal, Singapore, UAE and Vietnam and a global staff of around 75. We have grown our revenue five times in as many years and have bold growth plans over the next decade as we seek the urgent scale up of wind and clean energy in new and existing markets. We have over 20 live grants of up to $4m in value to support our work, particularly in the regional focus markets such as Southeast Asia.
The key duties of this Head of Finance are as follows:
- Prepare annual global organisation budgets by entity, business unit and project.
- Prepare multi-year forecasts and financial plans built on known and likely projects, activities, expected growth and blue-sky scenarios.
- Prepare regular financial performance reports for the Executive Committee and Board.
- Have critical oversight of the global results consolidation.
- Lead the Global Finance team with 3 direct reports and outsourced local relationships for each office jurisdiction.
- Prepare quarterly global and entity forecasts and supervise cashflow.
- Hold oversight of global fiscal and tax compliance.
- Plan, forecast and monitor recovery of funds from grant funded projects.
- Promote the visibility of financial data and outputs to stakeholders through continuous improvement and integration of finance and related systems and processes.
- Deputise for the CFO on Financial matters at Senior Management Team and Executive Committee meetings as required.
The successful candidate will have:
- Qualified as an Accountant: ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent.
- Non-profit experience, particularly with grants and project financial reporting.
- International experience – ideally at HQ group level (non-profit or commercial) demonstrating an understanding of cultural and logistical challenges.
- Excellent FP&A experience, including modelling, budgeting and forecasting.
- Experience of managing a finance team.
- Experience providing a proactive partnering role to business operations, especially in ensuring achievement of budgets
- The willingness to travel internationally to other GWEC offices on an infrequent basis.
Candidates must live within a commutable distance from our offices in Southwick, Brighton, although opportunities to work from home will be on offer for 3-4 days per week.
The deadline for applications is on Sunday 6th October but applications will be under continuous review in advance of this date, so submit your CV today to make sure you don’t miss out!
Head of Finance
We are seeking a Head of Finance to lead a UK Finance team to deliver an effective finance function for the UK’s leading fostering charity and membership organisation.
Position: Head of Finance
Location: Hybrid: home working with regular travel to London, or based in the London office with some home working
Salary: £52,000-£57,000 + London Weighting if eligible
Contract: Permanent, full time - 35 hours per week
Closing Date: Sunday 13th October 11.59pm
Interview Date: Wednesday 23rd October, London
What you’ll be doing:
As Head of Finance you will lead the UK Finance team and advise the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees on matters relating to financial management, as well as providing effective business partnering to key stakeholders across the organisation.
Primary objectives of the role are:
- Lead a cohesive, customer-focused team
- Strengthen financial reporting
- Manage cash flow
- Ensure compliance
- Streamline processes
Who we are looking for:
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant to help lead and develop a finance function. If you are a confident communicator, with experience of leading a finance team, delivering financial reports (including SORP requirements) and knowledge of charity VAT, we would love to speak with you!
At this point, we hope you're feeling excited about the role and even if you don't feel that you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
In return:
- 38 days leave (including bank holidays)
- A range of family friendly and fostering friendly leave options
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay
- Enhanced sick pay
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline
- Pension and life assurance
- Contribution to eye tests and lenses
- Season ticket loans
The organisation values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, particularly under-represented groups. Care-experienced applicants meeting the minimum criteria are guaranteed an interview. Applicants with disabilities can request reasonable adjustments. Job-sharing for all roles will also be considered; please indicate your interest in your application.
Other roles you may have experience of could include; Charity Finance Manager, Head of Finance, Finance Team Leader, Finance Analyst, Senior Finance Manager, Interim Finance Manager, Financial Accounting Manager, Finance Manger etc.
Prospectus is excited to be working with a leading adult social care charity in their search for a Head of Finance, who will lead the Finance Team, providing strategic financial leadership and management to ensure financial health and long-term sustainability.
This is a full time, permanent role offered on a remote basis with occasional travel to the London office.
Reporting directly to the Director Finance and Corporate Resources, the Head of Finance will provide strategic leadership to the Finance Team, overseeing all aspects of the organisations day-to-day financial operations, including all income, expenditure, and balance sheet accounts, ensuring compliance. Furthermore, you will act as a Finance Business Partner, leading and directing meetings with budget holders monthly, to review, monitor and manage the organisations financial position and performance, providing strategic financial insights and advice, reporting on budget variances to the senior leadership team.
To be successful, you will have excellent financial management and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and explain complex financial information, the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain financial processes to non-financial staff.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
In order to apply please, submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call to brief you on the role.
Are you ready to lead a finance team in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment?
Challengers is looking for a passionate and experienced Head of Finance to join our Senior Leadership Team, taking the helm of our finance operations and supporting our mission to transform the lives of disabled children and young people through the power of play.
Who We Are
At Challengers, we break down the barriers to play and make it possible for every disabled child and young person to play and have fun, without limits. Our mission is to transform the lives of disabled children, young peopleand their families through the power of play, to reach our vision of A world where all children and young people can play together, freely.
What We Offer:
- Generous Holiday Package: 31 days, including bank holidays, with additional days for long service. Plus, after your first year, your birthday off!
- Work-Life Balance: We value work-life balance and aim to support our teams in delivering the best outcomes for both those who use our services and our staff
- Free Training: Opportunities to expand your skills, including courses in Disability and Inclusion Awareness, Safeguarding, First Aid, Makaton, and more
- Free DBS: We cover the cost of DBS checks for all employees
- Pension & Healthcare: Access to a NEST pension scheme and a health cash plan through Simply Health
- Career Breaks: Available after three years of service, subject to approval
About the Role
As the Head of Finance, you will oversee all financial operations, ensuring the smooth running of the finance function with support from two Finance Officers. This is a pivotal moment to join Challengers as we embark on a new strategic journey, aiming to reach 1,000 families and deliver 100,000 hours of life-changing services for disabled children and young people.
You will work closely with various stakeholders, including trustees, parents, carers, auditors, and statutory funders. Your leadership and expertise will help drive our financial strategy as we work to expand our reach and impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day finance operations and provide strategic financial insight
- Prepare annual accounts, manage audits, and ensure compliance with regulatory bodies
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support the organisation's growth
- Manage IT infrastructure, ensuring robust data security and GDPR compliance
- Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence
About You:
- You are a qualified accountant with at least three years of experience in a senior financial role
- You bring strong expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and preparing annual accounts
- You are a seasoned leader with proven experience in managing small teams and working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- You possess excellent skills in financial modelling and database management, particularly in MS Excel
- You have experience in managing IT infrastructure and ensuring compliance with data security protocols, including GDPR
- You are passionate about the not-for-profit sector and have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by disabled children and their families
Other Job Details:
- Location: Guildford or Farnham office, with flexible remote working options
- Salary: £47,000 - £60,000
- Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)
- Reports to: Chief Executive
Application Details:
- Closing Date: 30th September 2024
- Interview Dates: 2nd - 4th October 2024
Join us in making a lasting difference for disabled children and their families. Apply today to be part of something truly special, by submitting your CV to the link provided & we will be in direct contact.
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Populo Living are partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell in their search for a permanent Head of Finance – Treasury and Financial Planning. Populo Living is a development and housing company wholly owned by a single shareholder, Newham Council. Populo Living enable Newham to keep control of Council land and build high quality, low carbon homes and neighbourhoods whilst retaining the developer profit for Newham Council, in the form of new affordable homes and long-term investment income.
The role of Head of Finance – Treasury and Financial Planning will lead, manage and co-ordinate the provision of the Groups Financial Planning, Treasury Management Services and Management Accounting functions as well as assist the Finance Director to lead and manage the Finance team.
The role:
- Lead, manage and motivate a team of four with two direct reports.
- Lead on all treasury related matters for the group such as arranging new funding, loan compliance, cashflow and banking.
- Lead on the organisation’s annual financial plan, including extensive sensitivity analysis of key performance indicators.
- Lead on the review of management accounts and production of board papers.
- Attend relevant committees and board meetings as required.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with all key stakeholders.
- Deputise for the Director of Finance and Resources as required.
- Support the Financial Controller to deliver year end accounts.
- Oversee cashflow forecasting, managing all cash and loan balances.
The organisation:
Populo’s vision is that by 2030 they will manage at least 2,000 new high quality sustainable rented homes in Newham and generate significant social value investment through their Community Wealth Building Strategy and as a Net Zero Carbon company. This Vision aims to support the wider Council vision that is centred on using Community Wealth Building as a powerful force for economic and social justice, creating a fairer, more equal, and sustainable borough in which people have a genuine opportunity to reach their potential.
Essential criteria:
- Fully qualified Accountant.
- Previous experience working in either social housing, a commercial house builder or residential lettings.
- Experience developing and delivering on treasury strategy.
- Technical knowledge around long term planning AND management accounting forecasting.
- Strong people management skills as well as being resilient and have an appetite for change.
This position requires someone able to commit to working three days per week from Populo’s head office in Stratford. Benefits include 30 days of annual leave and an employee pension contribution scheme of 10%.
The closing date for applications is 6th October with first stage interviews taking place the week commencing the 14th October.
About MSI
MSI Reproductive Choices is one of the world’s leading providers of sexual and reproductive healthcare. We believe that everyone should have the right to choose. From contraception to safe abortion and life-saving post-abortion care, we are committed to delivering compassionate, affordable, high-quality services for all.
Today, our organisation has over 9,000 team members working in 37 countries across the world. Our success lies in the fact that MSI teams are locally led, entrepreneurial and results-driven, and are passionate about delivering high quality, client-centred care in their own communities. As a social business, we focus on sustainable delivery, efficiency, and funding models that are built to last, so that the women and girls we serve today will have a choice in the future too.
We know that access to reproductive choice is life changing. For some, it can mean the ability to complete an education or start a career. For others, it means being able to look after the family they already have. For everyone, it means the freedom to decide their own future, creating a fairer, more equal world.
About the Role
Reporting to the Africa Finance Director, the post holder will be a key member of the Africa regional support team, with primary responsibility as business partner with country programs for conducting financial analysis and performance evaluations of commercial channels, highlight business area for improvement and especially on commercial channels analysis, sustainability on Core centers, maternity centers, social marketing, and any other business channels.
About You
We recruit talented, dynamic people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, all united by a belief in our mission and a focus on delivering measurable results. We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a fully inclusive workplace, where everyone feels able to participate and contribute meaningfully. You must be open-minded, curious, resilient, and solutions-oriented, and committed to promoting equality, and safeguarding the welfare of team members and clients alike.
To perform this role, it is essential that you have the following skills:
- High level of numeracy
- Analytical approach
- Attention to detail.
- Good communicator
- Proactive at solving problems.
To perform this role, it is essential that you have the following experience:
- Strong Analytical skills and accounting/ finance background ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Financial modeling- strong ability to build and work with financial models, particularly for decision-making, scenario analysis, and forecasting.
- Advanced Excel skills- Proficiency in complex formulas, pivot tables, macros, and data visualization tools
- Skilled at using data analysis tools e.g. using Info BI, Power BI or other data visualization and reporting tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
- Proven relationship building skills and ability to work jointly and effectively in cross-cultural setting.
- Demonstrated administrative and finance management experience.
- Financial & management reporting experience
- Worked on problems of highly complex scope that require in depth evaluation of data and various factors.
- Exercised judgment within broadly defined practices and policies for obtaining results.
Formal education/qualification
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent.
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, other relevant qualification) preferred.
- Professional proficiency in written and spoken English.
Personal Attributes:
We seek exceptional individuals who are aligned to MSI’s mission and entrepreneurial mindset. You must be a strong communicator, self-motivated and solutions-seeking, committed to driving social change in an environment that measures sustainable results and impact at an individual and global level. You must be able to work effectively with and across diverse teams and be comfortable with ambiguity.
For this role, we’re looking for an individual who is:
- Pro MSI philosophy of social enterprise and cost recovery
- Pro choice
Please view the job framework on our website.
Location: London Support Office (hybrid working) or where any MSI country programme operates.
Full-time: 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday (for UK based team members).
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £46,000 - £59,600 per annum for UK based candidates. Discretionary bonus + benefits. For all other locations, the salary will be banded within the national context.
Salary band: BG 10
Closing date: 1st October 2024 (midnight GMT+1). Interviews may take place before this date for exceptional candidates.
For internal employees applying from an MSI country programme, the role will be positioned within the existing salary structure of the country. Local terms and conditions of the country will apply.
Are you an experienced finance professional passionate about using your expertise to support organisations with meaningful missions? The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) is a medical charity with a focus on supporting doctors who lead in clinical radiology and clinical oncology ultimately working to improve patient outcomes and we are looking for a talented Finance Business Partner to join us.
As a Finance Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in providing financial insight, advice and support to key stakeholders across the organisation. You will be a trusted adviser to non-finance teams helping them to understand financial data and make informed decisions. You will be a key element of the high-performing and credible finance team, supporting both the Head of Finance, the Management Accountant and the Assistant Accountant in operational finance and in ongoing delivery of accurate financial information on which the business partnering relies.
To be successful in this role you will have strong analytical skills, providing financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting advice to drive performance and operational efficiency. You will have the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships, collaborating with a variety of stakeholders across the RCR. Having strong commercial acumen, you will be able to communicate with and influence a range of audiences effectively with an understanding that strong, reliable financial data is the foundation of a successful business and is a primary deliverable.
You will be a pivotal player within the finance team delivering an excellent service to teams across the RCR. You will have the opportunity to work with dedicated professionals who are passionate about our mission and making a difference
What you’ll do:
- Deliver a decision support service to managers and directors to deliver improved financial performance outcomes for the RCR.
- Ensure that partners use effective financial controls over their spend and income conforming to RCR’s policies and to optimise RCR’s outcomes.
- Support the partners in the production of outturn forecasts, budgets and multiyear financial plans that conform to RCR’s financial needs.
- Provide effective analytical insight and advice to partners and Head of Finance to maximise the return on investment and support for implementing change to improve outcomes.
- Supporting RCR’s regular financial and non-financial performance reporting with analytical advice, insight and commentaries.
- Support the wider finance team in delivering timely management information
- Help with system development within the finance team such as upgrades
- Cover for the Head of finance in their absence.
What you’ll need:
- Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA etc)
- Experience of financial business partnering role or accounting role in comparable organisation.
- Excellent commercial skills, including the ability to lead or support negotiations and to influence and motivate others.
- Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical/non-professional audiences.
- An enquiring and analytical mindset with the ability to spot risks, to dig further to follow up on problems and work through issues to offer practical solutions.
- Experience of collaborative work across functions to support others in delivering tasks and projects.
This is a new and exciting opportunity to join a proactive and high-performing finance team in a charity with a meaningful mission. Please find out more about the Finance Business Partner role, the RCR and instructions on how to apply in the candidate pack.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
Why join us?
- Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
- Hybrid working (40% 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
Royal Holloway Students’ Union (RHSU)
Head of Finance & Resources
Salary: £57,299 - £63,833 per annum
Location: Egham, Surrey – with hybrid/flexible working arrangements
Contract: Permanent – full-time.
Are you a values-driven finance & resources professional looking to play a crucial role in the smooth running and continued development of a busy Students’ Union? We are looking for a driven and experienced finance professional with strategic leadership experience committed to working for a student-led organisation, as we launch a new strategic plan for 2024-2027: Building Community, Leading Change.
About RHSU
We are a thriving student-led organisation, representing 11,500 students at Royal Holloway across our Egham and central London campuses. A registered charity, independent from the University, we are democratic in the way we are governed and all students at the University are automatically members of the SU. Students can access an impressive array of services and facilities including over 160 sports clubs & societies, a student advice service, bars & cafes, a nightclub and our very own pub!
We are committed to building a stronger student voice and advocating for students - leading on research and insight that can positively influence students’ academic and co-curricular student experience, through effective representation locally, regionally and nationally.
With a turnover of around £7 million annually, approximately 50 staff and c300 student staff, RHSU is a busy, fun and interesting place to be!
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Executive and managing a small team of Finance and HR personnel, the Head of Finance & Resources position is broad in scope. The post holder will be responsible for the development and implementation of RHSU strategy relating to finance, people and culture, governance and digital infrastructure. The post holder will ensure the delivery and resourcing of operating plans, policy and operating procedures to ensure that the Union delivers its strategic objectives across its support services. The position sits on the Senior Leadership team and will be expected to play a key role in the delivery of our 3 new strategic enabling themes: People & Culture, Well Governed & Sustainable and Physical & Digital Infrastructure.
Key responsibilities are centred around, but not limited to:
Strategic Management and Leadership – including supporting the delivery of the Union’s strategic plan, leading on financial planning, overseeing compliance and forming part of a strong Leadership Team with other senior colleagues and Sabbatical Officers.
People Management – including leading on the People & Culture plan, leading on recruitment and embedding a learning & development culture at RHSU.
Financial Management – including creating a culture of strong financial literacy, leading on all budgeting & forecasting, financial controls, the annual external audit and having overall responsibility for the accuracy of financial records, including but not limited to the organisation’s VAT returns, payroll & pensions, fixed asset portfolio and funds.
Service Development & Delivery – including ownership of contract management, cooperation with the University over block grant funding & IT service provision, leading on change projects around digital infrastructure and both internal & external compliance & reporting.
The successful candidate will play an important role in shaping a key department at RHSU, at an exciting time of change.
RHSU offers an excellent benefits package, including a hybrid working policy, 22 days leave (rising to 27) plus up to 7 discretionary days over the festive period, significant professional development opportunities and an impressive selection of financial support tools, rewards and discounts!
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for an experienced finance professional who is ideally at least part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA. An excellent understanding of charity finance, regulation and governance is required, along with experience of senior level management and leadership in a similar sized organisation.
Skills and experience with developing strategic plans, project/change management and leading on digital infrastructure projects would also be very useful experience to succeed in the role. Strong commercial acumen would be beneficial too -against a backdrop of constantly changing commercial considerations and wider Higher Education sector pressures.
Whilst core finance skills are essential, both at a strategic and operational level – experience in a broader resources role covering HR, IT, governance or compliance would suit this post well. A demonstrable interest and commitment to a values-driven and student-led organisation is also required.
How to apply
Key Dates:
Closing Date: 12pm on Monday 14th October
First Stage Interviews (Remote): Week commencing 21st October
Final Interviews (In-person): Week commencing 4th November
Please click 'Apply’. We will then send the Recruitment Pack, Job Description, and full details of how to apply for the role officially.
For an informal conversation about the role and application process, please contact our recruitment partners, Marble Mayne Recruitment.
RHSU has a genuine commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, and people with a diverse range of skills, backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.