Internal Auditor Jobs in La17

About Us

The British Gas Energy Trust is a charitable organisation dedicated to alleviating fuel poverty across the UK. We support vulnerable households, empower communities, and drive impactful change to help those in need manage and reduce their energy costs. As we continue to grow and expand our operation, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Chief Financial & Operating Officer (CFOO) to join our senior leadership team.

The Role

We are looking for a seasoned and qualified financial & operational leader to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our financial strategy, ensuring strong governance and compliance, and supporting our mission to create lasting change for vulnerable households.

The CFOO will report to the CEO and work closely with them and the Board of Trustees, overseeing financial & internal operations, advising on strategic financial matters, and safeguarding our resources for maximum impact In addition to the financial aspect of the role, the CFOO will support the CEO with the day to day operational running of the trust, overseeing HR, Admin, Compliance and IT functions.  This role also includes leadership responsibilities for a small internal dedicated team and oversight of external contractors and consultants.

The role is home based with some travel to meetings, including overnight stays within the UK as required.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and develop the Trust's financial strategy, aligned with our mission and long-term goals. 

- Oversee governance, risk, and compliance processes, ensuring that all regulatory and ethical standards are upheld. 

- Present clear, insightful financial reports and analysis to the Board of Trustees, supporting informed decision-making. 

- Develop and oversee the internal systems and processes within the Trust, fostering a culture of accuracy, integrity, and accountability. 

- Work closely with the CEO and senior management team, providing guidance on financial sustainability and risk management. 

- Proactively identify and manage financial risks, ensuring resources are deployed effectively and responsibly. 

About You

- A qualified Chartered Accountant

- An Experienced Financial Strategist with a proven track record in strategic finance within a charitable organisation, foundation,  trust or relevant setting.

- Experience of overseeing both Financial and non-financial internal functions, processes and systems.

- Risk-Aware and Analytical: Skilled at assessing and mitigating risks, with a highly analytical approach to financial & wider risk management. 

- Skilled Communicator: Exceptional ability to communicate financial & wider insights clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels, including presenting to the Board of Trustees. 

- Governance and Compliance Expert: Strong knowledge of governance, compliance, and risk management in the charitable sector. 

- A Strong and Supportive Leader: Leadership experience with a small team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. 

- Diplomacy & Commercial Acumen

Why Join Us?

The British Gas Energy Trust (BGET) helps families and individuals in England, Scotland and Wales experiencing hardship and who are struggling with energy debts.

You will be joining us at a time where many have been negatively impacted by the cost-of-living crisis and require financial support with their energy bills. You will be joining a collaborative and friendly organisation that is committed to helping individuals facing fuel poverty.  

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to bring your strategic finance expertise to a cause-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and motivation for applying by 21 December 2024.

As Head of Risk & Assurance you'll provide vital assurance to our Executive Leadership Team and Board of Trustees over our control frameworks and ensure that Mary’s Meals is fully equipped to identify and manage risk across our operations.

Reporting to the Director of Governance & Risk, you will drive robust internal audit, risk management, and insurance frameworks across MMI and our global programme countries, with development opportunities to expand our services across the MM network. A skilled influencer and people leader, you will support key stakeholders to identify, consider and manage risk through simple mechanisms and provide dynamic reporting to inform and influence decision-making.

You will:

· Oversee the delivery of a robust, risk-based internal audit service that appropriately targets our audit resource towards the operational areas of greatest risk and/or benefit.

· Develop our annual internal audit strategy, with consideration of organisational knowledge, known risks and key stakeholder input.

· Oversee the delivery of comprehensive internal audits and creation of high-quality reporting for local stakeholders, ELT and FRAC.

· Evolve the risk management framework for Mary’s Meals, helping to embed a culture of sound risk management that is fit for purpose, joined-up and appropriate for the Mary’s Meals governance model.

· Design and implement simple and effective mechanisms for risk management to support the timely identification, consideration and management of risk.

· Develop and oversee our framework for insurance across MMI and our Programme Affiliates to ensure adequate coverage is obtained and effective supporting processes are in place and documented.

· Lead, develop, coach and inspire high-performing teams, promoting a culture of engagement and empowerment including identifying and implementing opportunities for delegation and development.

Required skills and experience

· Robust experience from a senior internal audit role.

· A professional accountancy, internal audit or risk management qualification is essential.

· Track record of leading internal audit work and developing audit plans and strategies.

· Proven leader and influencer, you will bring relevant experience of implementing policies, projects and change.

· Cultural sensitivity, great communication skills and experience of developing productive relationships and teams in a global organisation.

About us:

We are happy for you to work remotely and flexibly, in a way that best supports your work life balance. We also have an office near Glasgow city centre for those who live nearby and would like to work from here occasionally or on a regular basis.

Mary’s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal – that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We continue to change the lives of over 2.4 million children who today will receive Mary’s Meals.

We believe in the innate goodness of people, respect the dignity of every human being and family life and believe in good stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. In line with our values, Mary’s Meals is fully committed to a culture of safeguarding. Mary’s Meals is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work and we expect all the Mary's Meals family to share this commitment and work in the best interest of the communities we serve. Our safe recruitment practices ensure that only those that are committed to our high standards join our movement.

Salary advertised is for UK based candidates, our salary philosophy ensures consistency across locations where Mary’s Meals operates.

This is a fantastic role where your daily work has real impact. Please click Apply to send your CV and a short covering note, highlighting your suitability and motivations in considering this role.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 27th November 2024.

Ivy Rock Partners is proud to be working with CILEX in recruiting a new Chief Financial Officer, which will suit any candidates looking for a predominantly remote/working from home model. ( also option of 4 days per week)

CILEX is the professional institute for specialist criminal, civil and family lawyers and for paralegals. With over 17,500 members we are the second largest professional body in England & Wales as well as being in many dimensions the most diverse of the legal professions.

CILEX earns its income from a combination of membership fees, qualification-based education, examination fees and income from training and other products and services to employers of legal professionals and higher and further education partners. In addition to its annual revenues of c.£11m the institute holds assets of c. £10m of which c. £7m is managed by Barclays Wealth. The finance directorate combines the finance, compliance, IT and HR functions.

Since 2018 CILEX has been following a radical strategic plan that aimed to transform the standing of the profession to cement its equivalence to solicitors that was granted in changes made in legal services legislation from 2007 – 2014 by:

• Working with government and regulators to remove the final legislative and regulatory barriers to genuine equivalence.

• Developing a new qualification and apprenticeship standards that deliver a product better aligned to market requirements.

• Expand the membership proposition.

• Grow the institute through a programme of acquisition and product development

• Changing the delegated regulatory arrangements that govern the profession

• Transform the operating model and supporting technology that delivers our products and services

As we near the end of this transformation programme we have been making significant changes to the leadership and organisation of the institute to both improve accountability and ownership of performance and to build a culture that empowers leaders to deliver against a clear set of strategic goals agreed by the Board.

We now look to appoint a Chief Financial Officer who will report to the Chief Executive with a very specific brief aimed at ensuring we can maximise the return from the very significant investments we have made in product and technology and the recent acquisition of the Institute of Paralegals.

Key Accountabilities:

• Enhancing the capability of the finance function to operate independently of direct supervision in the day-to-day execution of core activities, processes and reporting

• Ensuring that the supporting technology is fit for purpose and enables the minimum amount of ‘double handling’ or reprocessing in core finance processes

• Taking ownership of working capital and developing a programme of debt re[1]payment that strengthens our balance sheet and enables further investment in product and technology

• Ensuring that the IT department and the core systems it supports are fit for purpose and exploited to the maximum to deliver lowest cost technology support for products and services

• Maximising the return from our cash assets over the long-term

• Ensuring a successful annual audit and the preparation of the Annual Report & Accounts

• Ownership of the risk appetite, risk management process and internal audit

• Ownership of the annual plan and budget process and the reporting of performance to the executive and the Board.

Direct Reports:

• Head of Finance

• Head of IT

• Head of Compliance

• Head of HR

The CFO is a senior member of the Executive Team and attends Board and the finance and audit and risk committee. They have a dotted line reporting relationship with the Chairs of both these committees.

Personal Capabilities:

Essential:

• A strong commercial understanding and experience of being a finance leader in a commercial environment.

• Fully qualified status (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

• An appreciation of operating and reporting systems and how to exploit their full potential

• Collegiate, approachable and willing to get involved in order to get things done

• An effective team coach and leader, able to set standards and help teams embrace and achieve them

• Able to work with a remote team that gets together occasionally.

Desirable:

• Experience in professional services

• Experience integrating financial system

Application Timetable:

• Application Deadline: Tuesday 3rd December 2024
• Shortlisting: Friday 6th December 2024
• First Stage Interviews: Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th December 2024
• Final Stage Interviews: 16th and 17th December 2024

​For more information about the role, please contact Phil Southern at Ivy Rock Partners for a confidential conversation.

We help young people to build life-long belief in themselves, supporting them to take on their own challenges, follow their own passions and discover talents they never knew they had. Because when you prove yourself that you’re ready for anything nothing can hold you back.

We are looking for a Head of Governance and Risk to lead our corporate governance and risk management functions.

As a trusted advisor, you will support the ELT and Trustees Board and its sub committees on all issues relating to corporate governance, compliance and risk management.

You will define, implement and continuously improve Duke of Edinburgh Award (DofE)’s Governance Framework in line with the Charity Governance Code. You will also ensure DofE’s risk management strategy and framework is embedded and effective. 

This is a great opportunity for an experienced governance and risk management professional looking for their next challenge.

 What we are looking for:

You will have substantial experience in strategic leadership and day-to-day management across governance, risk management and assurance, or information governance and data protection.

A thorough understanding of corporate governance in the charity sector is essential, along with experience in advising Boards of Trustees and Executive Leaders on governance matters.

You will also bring expertise in risk management and assurance, including the development and oversight of risk management frameworks, supporting processes and procedures, and handling internal audit reviews

You will have a high level of personal integrity and an ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality with a can-do attitude. 

What will you get in return?

The opportunity to work for a successful and dynamic charity that has the development of young people at its heart and the wellbeing and development of its people constantly in focus.

From day one you’ll have access to a generous pension scheme and an employee assistance programme, flexible working, volunteering days and Healthcare cash plan, plus many more.

Closing date: 28th November – Midnight

First interview date: 4th & 5th December to be held via Teams

Second interview date: Week commencing 9th December

If you would like to access the application form  in a different format or if you would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us.

The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.   All successful applicants will be required to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check. (e.g. DBS/PVG or similar), including references covering any gaps of employment/education, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.

**The geographical allowance is based on a member of staff having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 per annum.

About Our Client

In September 2024 The One Touch Switching Company ("TOTSCo") launched a revolutionary way for UK customers to switch their broadband and landline provider. TOTSCo was founded by the UK telecoms industry in June 2022 to help to introduce the One Touch Switching (OTS) service that all telecom providers should now be using to make it much easier for their customers to switch. TOTSCo is a member-owned and not-for-profit company whose purpose is to develop and operate a messaging platform (The TOTSCo Hub) which is central to OTS.

TOTSCo will recover its costs by charging industry members for use of the hub, and the anticipated annual turnover of the company is between £6m and £7m. TOTSCo has a team of over 25 people working on all aspects of OTS. In this role you'll get to work with a major technology firm that provides a managed service to TOTSCo.

Job Description

The Head of Finance is a core member of the organisation's structure and is a strategic partner to the CEO in all areas of finance. Responsibilities will include:

1. Job Purpose

• The role reports to the Chief Executive Officer, and comes with membership of the Executive Committee.
• The HoF is responsible for all financial control, reporting, statutory compliance and forecasting.

2. Manage the following functions including those that are outsourced providers (external accountants and managed service partner):

• Bookkeeping (outsourced)
• Annual external audit
• Operational banking relationship
• Cash flow and ensuring compliance with working capital requirements.
• Billing and debtor reconciliation (outsourced)
• Payroll including HMRC compliance and pension obligations. (outsourced)
• Complete VAT returns and ensure compliance with relevant compliance requirements.
• Monitor all spend against spend authorities.
• Draft statutory accounts in accordance with GAAP and applicable accounting standards.
• Develop or specify development of accounting systems as necessary to meet the changing requirements of the business.
• Ad-hoc analysis
   

3. Forecasting & Planning

• Prepare the following:
• An annualised budget and medium- and long-term forecast for agreement with the board including the charging model for customers.
• Monthly management accounts and variance analysis from budget including potential cash flow issue. 
   

4. Stakeholders

• Support the following key stakeholder in fulfilling their roles:
• CEO
• Board
• Cost-centre managers.
• External and where appropriate Internal Audit.
• Audit and Risk Committee
• 3rd parties including bookkeeping. 
   

5. Knowledge

• The following systems are used extensively within TOTSCo: 

Excel
Xero (with Spotlight add-in for forecasting and reporting)
Approval Max

The Successful Applicant

• Fully Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, ICAEW etc)
• 5+ years PQE, ideally in a commercial environment
• Can demonstrate working independently and as finance lead with board responsibilities. (Experience in a SME preferable).

What's on Offer

We would like to offer the successful candidate:

• £85,000 to £90,000
• Home base, with occasional travel to London
• Ability to be a key decision maker within the organisation
• Opportunity to contribute to areas of the business outside of Finance

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

Associate Director of Capital, Estates, Facilities 

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of an Associate Director of Capital, Estates and Facilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of a Trust Board-approved Estates Strategy to ensure optimal property management

• Deliver substantial cost savings through in-house and outsourced service strategies

• Oversee capital development, environmental sustainability initiatives, and compliance with health and safety standards

• Manage logistics, fleet, and supply chain, ensuring efficient and cost-effective services across the charity

• Provide strategic oversight of the legal function and maintain a high standard of governance and compliance. Provide leadership across the directorate and line management to the senior team

• Work in partnership with outsourced providers and monitor an internal auditing procedure to measure the performance

About the Capital Estates & Facilities team:

In this role, you will lead a dedicated team including:

• Head of Legal Operations, Head of Property & Construction, Resources Manager

• People: Direct reports – 4; total team size – 28

• Financial Accountability: Revenue budget of £7m annually; Capital Programme of approximately £30m (phased £10m per year over three years)

What we’re looking for in an Associate Director of Capital, Estates and Facilities:

• An experienced, qualified Estates & Facilities Management professional with:

• Proven experience at a senior management level in a large, complex organisation, demonstrating strategic and operational leadership

• Strong background in contract negotiation, estates management, and compliance in facilities

• Knowledge of large service contracts, experience of successful contract negotiation and long-term contract management

• Specialist knowledge regarding compliance issues in estates, fleet and facilities

• Experience in capital planning and development with an ability to lead significant change management projects

• Expertise in environmental management, health and safety, and budget oversight.

• First degree or equivalent professional award in appropriate Estates and Facilities Management

You will also demonstrate:

• Leadership qualities with the ability to influence and inspire a diverse team

• Strong analytical skills and project management expertise

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, fostering positive relationships

• Ability to challenge, confront and turn around any adverse performance

• Confidence to advise Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees

• Full UK driving license

What we can offer you:

• range of health benefits

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service

• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing

• and much more 

Interested? Here’s how to apply:

Application closing date: 5th December 2024

Virtual interview date: W/C 16th December 2024

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1.Anonymised application form

2.Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.

Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.

We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation - where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals' experience and can reach and partner all areas of society - is crucial if we're to help more cats. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.

The charity is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable.  You may be just the right candidate. 

Last year, 136,000 young people approached their council for help as they were homeless or at risk of being homeless. Even more alarming is that figure represents an increase of 58% from six years ago. Youth homelessness costs the UK economy an estimated £8.5bn, largely due to unemployment, and so the challenge can feel huge. But we already have the resources to solve it within the built environment sector. And that is where LandAid comes in.

We use our links to the UK’s property industry, harnessing its members’ direct capital, assets and skills to help tackle youth homelessness by awarding grants and investing in frontline charities, providing financial support, and brokering free advice and expertise to increase the impact of their support.

The Chief Financial and Operating Officer is an important new role for us, created to ensure we achieve our ambitions over the coming years by focusing on delivering better quality of management information, insights and analysis to the Board and leadership to inform decision making. A key early component of the role will be to develop a detailed four-year financial plan in line with our organisational strategy. You will also look to invest in our internal operations by driving continuous improvement and exploring emergent technologies that offer us the ability to deliver greater real-time insights to and efficiencies for our teams. In addition, you will review our risk and governance frameworks by working actively with our Board sub-committees.

Beyond finance, you will oversee our outsourced HR and IT functions, ensuring we receive high-quality and cost-effective support and have robust systems and policies in place. You will also continue our work to become an employer of choice, building on our achievements today which have seen us identified as one of the UK’s ‘100 Best Small Companies to Work For’, and shortlisted as one of the ‘Top 30 Charities to Work For’.

We are looking for a chartered accountant who brings senior finance leadership experience either at executive director level in an organisation of similar size to ours, or deputy director level in a larger organisation, most likely within a charity setting. Knowledge of the built environment and/or capital investment is advantageous, as is an understanding of the models of social investment. Crucially, you’ll be the sort of person your colleagues are keen to learn from and eager to work with, able to offer expert insight and coaching with patient enthusiasm, but comfortable in offering clear advice and direction when needed.

To download a full copy of the candidate brief and learn more about the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button, where you will be redirected to the website of our recruitment partner, Tall Roots. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Tall Roots via their website.

As Group Finance Manager, you will play a leading role in the Enabling Services team at an innovative international charity focussed on climate initiatives, enabling the organization to deliver innovation that creates the change we have committed to, meet our funders’ needs, and support our partners and community 

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, the Group Finance Manager, will oversee and manage the monthly close process, lead the preparation of year-end financial statements for the group, and coordinate the annual audit. These responsibilities should be underpinned by a focus on user experience and on fit-for-purpose platforms, processes, procedures, systems, and tools. 

Key Responsibilities
 

Management
•  Manage and develop 2-3 finance assistants
•  Manage interactions with teams across the organisation, collaborating in the key processes of financial management and provide guidance and advice to the business. 

Month-End Process and Close:
•  Oversee and manage the monthly close process, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and completed within the month end timetable.
•  Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring that all discrepancies are investigated and resolved in a timely manner.
•  Work with the finance team to ensure the accuracy of the trial balance and prepare key month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, and provisions.
•  Ensure all intercompany transactions and balances are reconciled and eliminate intercompany profit, and are in line with transfer pricing requirements
•  Perform detailed variance analysis of key financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
•  Collaborate with other departments (e.g., FP&A, clusters) to ensure accurate financial data for reporting.
•  Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies throughout the close process.

Year-end accounts process
•  Lead the timely and accurate preparation of financial information in line with statutory reporting, management accounting, and funder requirements. 
•  Coordinate and lead the preparation and audit of the consolidated Group entities and branch financials. This includes: 
o  Liaising with the external auditors
o  Preparing and managing the timetable for preparation and audit of the financial statements, ensuring all financial statements are signed off within required timelines.
o  Assisting local teams in resolving audit queries as necessary, ensuring local audits are completed on time, within budget and with minimal issues or adjustments. 
o  Preparing consolidated financial statements

Local reporting and compliance
•  Manage reporting timelines including filing deadlines for assigned funds and all branches in the structure, and that all deadlines (e.g., lenders, investors, statutory) are met. 
•  Perform high-level review of local branches companies; review financial statements prepared by local teams
•  Ensure timely compliance with donors, audit and statutory reporting as required; ensure the remediation of audit recommendations and implementation of financial / risk reporting decisions by governance bodies. 

Controls and conintuous improvement
•  Drive strong financial control and advocate financial priorities to the business.  
•  Continuous improvement of ERP system for the finance team. 
•  Support financial and performance reviews using monthly dashboard. 
•  Report financial results and ensure compliance with GDPR Guidelines. 
•  Encourage and enable shared ownership of high integrity data. 
 

Education/Qualifications

• Holder of a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, etc.) with over six years post qualification experience. 

Experience

• Experience in the preparation of management, statutory and Group consolidation accounts. 

• Substantial experience of working in complex entities with multi-national interests and distributed teams (working in different locations and through remote or virtual working) and experience of managing finance teams. 

• Experience of multiple sectors, ideally with a mix of public and private; experience in the not-for-profit sector/grant making environment including EU grant funding would be highly beneficial. 

The role offers the chance to work across the financial functions and offers an experience through a breadth of finance work across the organisation making it a varied and a well-rounded role.

The Finance Officer is part of the Organisational Support and Development (OSD) team at the Tax Justice Network, which is led by the Director of OSD, and the role reports to the Head of Finance and Reporting. The OSD team leads and delivers on a range of operational services from finance management, risk management, project management, event management, human resources, IT systems and other enabling functions. The team is also responsible for fundraising for the organisation. This includes respond to calls for proposals, track funding opportunities and engage with donors regularly.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake the day-to-day bookkeeping including accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking payroll and general ledger maintenance
• Ensuring accuracy and integrity of all financial records and keeping a clear audit trail of all financial records
• Manage the staff payroll process including pension, HMRC and other related processes
• Manage the periodic payment runs and ensure that all payments are paid on time
• Supporting financial planning and reporting for project proposals, project reporting and management reports
• Support with project and year end audits schedules
• Assist in the preparation of accruals, prepayments and other journals
• Maintaining fixed asset register
• Provide guidance to team on internal financial processes and policies and assist with queries and escalating them as necessary
• Ensure organisational adherence to our internal and funder specific procurement policies
• Undertake other financial administration work and supporting the wider OSD team on team responsibilities and duties as required

Person specification

Skills and experience

Essential
• Holding or working towards a CCAB, CIMA or overseas equivalent qualification
• Hands on experience of working in a finance department of charities or not for profit organisations
• Experience of carrying out detailed reconciliations, and can demonstrate a keen eye for detail and a thorough and methodical approach in all work
• Strong IT skills with intermediate knowledge of Excel and cloud-based accounting software (preferably Xero)
• Ability to communicate effectively, accurately and succinctly in English, in writing and verbally
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Desirable
• Experience of producing financial reports for a range of purposes
• Experience of working with multi-currency transactions and cash holdings
• Experience of working with EU funded grants
• Experience of working with a variety of cloud-based platforms such as Airtable, Xero, SharePoint, Slack and Zoom

Attributes

Essential
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently with a high degree of initiative
• Flexible and able to manage a varied workload and deadlines
• Ability to deliver work of a high standard with excellent attention to detail
• Knowledge of UK and / or EU financial regulations
• Resourceful and flexible approach with a “can do, will do attitude” and willingness to learn and adapt

Desirable
• Passion for tax justice and international development issues
• Previous experience of grant management
• Use of electronic banking software

The Girls’ Network is looking for an experienced finance professional to take both a strategic view and play a ‘hands-on’, day-to-day function as Interim Finance & Operations Manager. The charity is looking for someone with the rigour and attention to detail needed to grow and manage our financial and operational infrastructure, supporting our continued growth and allowing us to reach more girls and young women across the country.

The role is part-time and will suit those looking to work flexibly. We are open to applications from those with experience of working in small organisations, or those with experience of a larger organisation and looking for a change. 

Finance responsibilities

• Day to day management of the accounts, payroll and reporting using Xero accounting software (with support from external book keeper and payroll provider)
• Production of timely and accurate monthly management accounts and quarterly financial reports with commentary for the Board of Trustees
• Oversight of financial controls across the organisation
• Deliver the budget process and oversee quarterly re-forecasting, revised budgets as required
• Provide analysis and financial support to CEO and the Senior Leadership Team
• Work with the CEO and the Senior Leadership Team in the development and delivery of Strategic and Operational Plans
• Lead the auditing process and manage relationship with the auditor
• Prepare Annual Accounts / Annual Review in conjunction with the Head of Fundraising and Communications
• Responsible for ensuring the Charity has adequate insurance cover

Operational Responsibilities

Policies, Compliance and Legal

• Ensure the Charity is compliant with all aspects of Charity Law
• Assist Senior Leadership Team in developing policies, procedures and systems
• Ensure organisational compliance with internal policies
• Ensure organisational compliance with external policies and legal entities
• Working with the CEO & SLT, to lead on risk management monitoring and reporting

Data management

• Overall management of Salesforce (our CRM system) in conjunction with external technical support
• Ensure data management policies are followed across the organisation
• Oversee GDPR compliance across the organisation, and ensure the charity is in line with the latest guidance and laws

Technology and Office

• Assess technology needs and recommend the solutions as and when needed
• Manage existing technology platforms and subscriptions, including Google drive, Office 365 and Slack

Staff management responsibility

• Managing MERL (Monitoring Evaluation, Research and Learning) Manager, ensuring we are appropriately measuring the impact of our programmes
• Managing the People and Culture Manager to deliver on all aspects of HR - both operational and strategic

Wider Role

• Member of the Senior Leadership Team
• Responsible to the Board of Trustees for all matters relating to financial probity and solvency
• Attendance at, and presenting of figures and papers in, Audit and Risk Committee and full Board meetings
• Participate in the day-to-day work of the organisation – such as reporting, attending team and Board meetings as required, and taking a flexible approach to general administrative and support tasks.
• Advocate and promote The Girls’ Network at every opportunity - for example, through local media, PR activities and social media

Essential skills, knowledge and attributes

• A relevant financial qualification
• Working knowledge of technology platforms and enabling IT infrastructure
• A high level of attention to detail
• Ability to write reports accurately and clearly
• Flexibility and an ability to work at both a strategic and ‘grassroots’ level: you will be posting daily bookkeeping transactions, as well as helping to shape the long-term direction of the charity
• Good communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and on a variety of tasks

Desirable skills, knowledge and attributes

• Experience of working with Xero accounting software
• Knowledge and experience of managing CRM systems (we use Salesforce)
• People management experience, particularly in a remote environment

Our benefits

We want to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives and in their wider career, so that they feel proud of the part they play at The Girls' Network. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity in employment and to developing working practices and policies that support work-life balance.

• Pension scheme; employer contribution of 5% and employee of 3%
• 27 holiday days per year, plus public holidays (pro-rata)
• Extended and comprehensive sick pay policy
• Enhanced Family Leave pay policy

Learning & Development

• Annual training budget upon completion of your probation period
• Professional development support and allocated time off for training
• Continual learning and development through team days and whole staff training.

The Way We Work

• Flexible working policy: we respect that people have commitments and provide flexible working hours through discussion
• A positive and supportive team culture, regular check-ins and optional social events
• Working from home allowance to support you with essential tech needs
• We support you with a Girls’ Network buddy who you can reach out to beyond the induction period.

For more details about this role and our organisation, please visit our website for the candidate pack.

Sightsavers is looking for a Finance Officer – Disability Inclusive Development (DID) to deliver the day-to-day financial administration of the DID programme to ensure all financial requirements of the projects are fully met.

Salary: £30,299 - £35,646 depending upon experience

Location: UK remote - with occasional travel to Haywards Heath, West Sussex when required

Contract:15-month Fixed-Term Contract from January 2025

Hours: This is a full-time role with some flexibility around hours worked and some home working

The Finance Officer – Disability Inclusive Development (DID) will deliver the day-to-day financial administration of the DID programme to ensure all financial requirements of the projects are fully met. Key duties will include:

• To develop, review and amend coordinating and implementing consortium partner contracts and budgets to enable project delivery with the guidance of the Head of Inclusive Futures
• Coordinate the process for timely and accurate donor financial submissions including core monthly financial expenditure reports, forecasts and ad hoc requests.
• Work with the Head of Finance to develop tools to improve financial analysis throughout the project, for instance Power-BI dashboards, using data linked from the programme financial database (MyCLAIMS)
• Support the preparation of financial reports and forecasts for the donor.
• Deliver the day-to-day finance and administration tasks on the DID project including partner transfers, cost recovery, fund management, procurement, manage the assets register.

To succeed in this role you will need:

• An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for people with disabilities
• Experience of institutional donor or large-scale contract management. In particular experience of FCDO funding would be useful.
• Excellent numerical skills
• Finance and Accounting experience
• High proficiency with Excel (pivot tables) is required and experience of a computer-based accounting system
• Strong attention to detail when needed, with a willingness to follow issues through to resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritise work in a high-pressure environment working to competing deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Experience of conducting/participating in finance workshops (desirable)
• Willingness to continuously develop skills and knowledge to remain current with donor funding developments. (desirable)
• Experience and awareness/understanding of international development context and humanitarian sector (desirable)
• Able to travel for up to 4 weeks per year
• Desire to follow up an accounting professional certification (i.e. ACCA or CIMA)

Candidates are welcome to demonstrate their ability to match the person specification by expanding on how their experience, training and/or qualifications might have provided them with the knowledge or skills required for the role. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit. This is a varied role, please read the full job description for further details

Benefits

Sightsavers offers some fantastic benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous annual leave allowance, pension, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and wellness discounts. If you choose to work in or are visiting our collaborative, modern office space, you will find it an easy 20-minute train journey from Brighton or 45 minutes from London.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying. Please note that there will be an expectation that you can occasionally visit our modern and collaborative offices in Haywards Heath, West Sussex (RH16 3BW)

We anticipate that remote interviews will take place during week commencing 2 December 2024 and the evaluation process will include a role-speciifc task to be completed by shortlisted candidates in advance of this. We would like the successful applicant to be in post in January 2025

Who We Are

Amna means safe in Arabic - representing the core of our work - supporting communities and frontline workers to bring non-clinical mental health support to every person affected by war, conflict and displacement. At Amna, our core values of respect, understanding, curiosity and connection guide everything we do. Our mission is to build community capacity for healing. Our vision is a world where refugees can determine their future unbounded by the impacts of conflict and displacement.

We partner with local organisations and institutions working with displaced communities to set up psychosocial healing services in which individuals and groups can discover and connect to practices that promote their healing and wellbeing. We invest in and train people within these organisations to provide this support, and we help partners build psychosocial interventions in collaboration with refugee communities – all with a values-based, trauma-sensitive and identity-informed approach.

Our partnerships are not limited. We connect partners through our global healing network of peer organisations to exchange learnings and enhance their practices as the network strives to support forcibly displaced communities around the world.

How Will You Make a Difference?

The Head of Operations collaborates closely with the CEO and SLT to oversee and manage Amna's operations, ensuring the seamless delivery of programmes to reach the communities we serve. Responsible for the efficient management of risk managemet, safety and security, administration and logistics, people and culture, finance, safeguarding, ITC, the role holder plays a key role in maintaining compliance with Amna's guidelines, donors’ rules and regulations, and local laws across programmes and operations. The Head of Operations actively contributes to Amna's mission of serving refugee and displaced communities, striving to achieve organisational goals through effective operational management.

The Head of Operations reports to the CEO and is responsible for managing a dedicated team of three, a Finance Manager, People and Culture Manager and an Operations Officer.

Key responsibilities:

Comprehensive Risk and Safety Management:

• Conduct risk assessments taking into account the diverse geographical locations of team members, organizational partners, and the nature of projects.
• Assess risks related to grant funding, considering factors such as grant application processes, funding disbursement, and compliance requirements.
• Develop and implement risk management plans specific to partnerships, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Stay informed about international and local regulations impacting the NGO sector, ensuring organizational compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all operating regions.
• Develop and enforce safety and security protocols tailored to Amna’s diverse operational contexts, ensuring staff and partner safety.
• Work closely with relevant teams to integrate risk management into project planning and decision-making processes.
• Work closely with Amna’s partners to establish and monitor safety focal points in each operational area, coordinating real-time safety updates and responses.
• Develop emergency preparedness plans, including evacuation and contingency planning, and ensure they are updated.
• Regularly communicate risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and updates to the management team.
• Provide staff training on safety protocols, travel safety, and conflict sensitivity, ensuring readiness to handle security challenges.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for safety and security matters, reporting incidents and managing organizational response protocols.
• Regularly update the Amna’s risk registry.

​Financial Planning and Oversight:

• Financial Leadership and Planning: Provide strategic oversight of Amna’s financial health and alignment with organisational goals, identifying trends and opportunities for resource optimisation. Collaborate on budgeting processes to ensure efficient and accurate financial forecasting, with a focus on impact-driven allocation.
• Monitoring and Cost Optimisation: Work closely with budget holders to implement cost-saving measures, ensuring effective resource distribution across operational areas. Regularly assess and enhance financial planning systems for better efficiency and accuracy.
• Internal Controls and Reporting: Oversee high-level financial reporting processes, working with the Finance Manager to ensure clarity, accountability, and strategic alignment. Support the preparation of financial reports for key stakeholders, including the Board, Senior Leadership Team, and donors.
• Annual Reporting and Compliance: Lead the preparation of Amna’s annual report, highlighting achievements and financial performance. Provide guidance on audit and internal control processes, in coordination with the Finance Manager, to maintain high compliance standards.
• Due Diligence and Partnerships: Coordinate with the Finance Manager on due diligence for new partner recruitment, upholding Amna’s financial and operational standards.

Oversight of People and Culture:

• Responsible for the recruitment and retention strategy.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding processes for senior positions.
• Assess and address skills and knowledge gaps through performance reviews. Ensure organizational development by identifying necessary training modules in collaboration with external trainers.
• Implement initiatives to enhance team capabilities and align skill sets with organizational objectives.
• Champion DEI initiatives within Amna, fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all.
• Act as a custodian of the organizational culture, ensuring that values are upheld within the team and aligned with the mission and vision of Amna.
• Support the overall well-being of staff, aligning with Amna's wellbeing strategy.
• Responsible for health and safety compliance of the team.
• Provide guidance on policy interpretation and compliance, ensuring that all staff members are well-informed and adhere to organizational policies.

Robust Safeguarding Implementation:

• Oversee the development and implementation of robust safeguarding policies that align with international standards and best practices.
• Tailor policies to address the specific needs and challenges of a globally distributed team and diverse project locations.
• Conduct annual safeguarding refresher sessions for the team, collaborating with external experts as needed to deliver specialized training programs. Ensure that all staff members, partners, and relevant stakeholders receive updated and comprehensive training on safeguarding principles.
• Investigate any safeguarding concerns or incidents reported within the organization or related to its activities.
• Stay informed about industry trends, legal developments.
• Enhance the organization's safeguarding framework continously.
• Strenghten Amna’s incident investigation and reporting processes, establishing clear proocols to ensure swift response and resolution of safeguarding issues.

Effective Administration Management

• Manage contracts with external vendors and contractors, ensuring compliance and optimal value for services.
• Oversee authorization for travel and logistics, including risk assessment for travel to high-risk areas, ensuring comprehensive preparation and insurance coverage.
• Manage internal communication platforms, promoting consistent and clear communication of policies, guidelines, and organizational updates.
• Ensure effective operation of the organization's online platforms.
• Coordinate internal and external events, meetings and conferences.
• Implement best practices to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage assets and knowledge system to ensure that critical information is accessible and effectively shared across teams.

Information Technology (IT):

• Develop and enforce IT policies and procedures to ensure the secure and efficient use of technology resources.
• Establish and manage data backup and recovery procedures.
• Monitor and manage software licenses and coordinate with relevant departments to optimize software usage.
• Plan procurement, installation, and retirement of hardware devices.
• Implement strategies for efficient hardware lifecycle management.
• Oversee the organization's use of cloud services, ensuring security, cost-effectiveness, and optimal performance.

Legal and Data Protection Oversight:

• Stay abreast of relevant national and international laws, regulations, and legal developments impacting operations.
• Lead in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and privacy laws.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to safeguard the organization's handling of sensitive information.
• Safeguard the organization's intellectual property rights.
• Develop strategies for the protection and enforcement of trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual assets.
• Ensure all Amna’s staff are well informed and trained in data handling and protection.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Expert qualification (Qualified accountant) or in at least one relevant area demonstrating advanced proficiency and specialized knowledge.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in managerial roles within international/NGO organizations, with a focus on HR, administration, IT, financial management, risk management and legal affairs.
• Understanding of UK Charity Commission regulations.
• Experience with cloud services and knowledge of IT policies and procedures.
• Deep understanding of DEI principles and proven experience in championing DEI initiatives within organizations.
• Extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, and grant management within the NGO sector.
• Expertise in conducting risk assessments, developing risk management plans, and ensuring compliance with international and local regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding principles, policies, and practices within international organizations.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of supporting refugees and displaced communities.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others through optimism and dedication to the cause.
• Extensive experience in managing culturally and linguistically diverse teams.
• Proven experience in managing operations within fast paced, remote environments demonstrating adaptability and strategic foresight in dynamic contexts.
• Ability to foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset.

Work Location And Environment:

This role is a remote job opportunity, and open to applicants in Europe and Middle East. We especially encourage candidates from countries where Amna has established partnerships, including Ukraine and the Middle East.

Amna offers a hybrid working environment to its employees allowing for a blend of remote and in-person work.

Please note that the nature of working environment and hybrid schedule may be adjusted as per the organisation’s evolving needs.

Remuneration Package

1. For applicants based in the UK: 60,000 GBP per annum.
2. For international applicants: 45,000 GBP per annum.

At Amna we are committed to attracting and retaining top talent by offering competitive compensation and benefit packages. We believe in rewarding talent and expertise at a level that corresponds with the local market conditions, ensuring that all our team members are fairly compensated for their skills and contributions.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Amna is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disabilities status.

Applications are strongly encouraged from people with lived experience as refugees or displacement.

Rainforest Foundation UK strives for a fairer and more sustainable world by working with Indigenous Peoples and other communities of the world’s rainforests. We’re seeking a Project Finance and Administrator to join our growing team working at the forefront of the fight against tropical deforestation, climate change and social injustice. Hardworking and with an attention to detail, you will work closely with project coordinators and local partner organisations in the Democratic Republic of Congo to deliver exciting new projects expanding community land rights, sustainable livelihoods and forest protection initiatives.  

About you

The ideal candidate should have demonstrable experience of providing financial and administrative support to projects within charity or international development settings. Proficiency in both English and French is essential, alongside experience a personal commitment to defending human rights. Additionally, you should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work under pressure in complex environments, including up to 12 weeks of travel per year to remote forest areas.  

For further details regarding the role and specific qualifications required, please consult the Job Description. 

We welcome all applicants and encourage those who believe they may not strictly meet all requirements to apply, demonstrating in their cover letter why they are the right fit for the role.

Rainforest Foundation UK strives for a fairer and more sustainable world by working with Indigenous Peoples and other communities of the world’s rainforests. We’re seeking two Project Coordinators to join our growing team working at the forefront of the fight against tropical deforestation, climate change and social injustice. Hardworking and committed, you will work closely with local partner organisations in the Democratic Republic of Congo to expand community land rights, sustainable livelihoods and forest protection initiatives.

Person specifications

The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 3 years’ experience in project management within charity or international development settings. You should demonstrate a strong understanding of forest governance and human rights, particularly in Central Africa, and exhibit leadership in project management. Proficiency in both English and French is essential, alongside experience in financial management and a personal commitment to defending human rights. Additionally, you should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work under pressure in complex environments, including up to 12 weeks of travel per year to remote forest areas.

For further details regarding the role and specific qualifications required, please consult the Job Description

We welcome all applicants, and encourage those who believe they may not strictly meet all requirements to apply, demonstrating in their cover letter why they are the right fit for the role. 

Application process

To submit your application, kindly complete the online application form by Monday 25 November 2024, 9AM. Please be aware that the form will be anonymised for review by the panel.

Please note that CVs will not be considered.

Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be held on 29 November 2024. Please let us know in your application if you are available to attend an online interview.

Download the Job Description