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Join deafPLUS as a Finance Officer!
Salary: £37,000 FTE (£14,800 pro-rata for 2 days per week)
Hours: 2 days per week (15 hours)
Location: Hybrid – 1 day remote, 1 day in London
Reports to: CEO and external business accounting provider
deafPLUS is a dynamic and evolving organisation focused on improving the life chances of deaf and visually impaired individuals in certain regions, including Birmingham and West of England. Through partnerships, we raise awareness of their needs and provide essential information, advocacy, and advice to enable full participation in society. Our commitment extends to offering wellbeing support, and we are currently working on a new strategy taking us to 2027.
Established in 1971, deafPLUS has a rich history in providing exceptional support services to the deaf community. Recently, we unveiled a new logo in collaboration with our staff, service users and supporters.
We maintain a person-centred ethos and prioritise excellent customer service to our stakeholders.
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a meaningful role in the charity sector? deafPLUS is seeking a Finance Officer to support our mission of empowering deaf people. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading deaf-led organisation and ensure the smooth financial running of our charity.
Are you the person for us?
Your Role:
As our Finance Officer, you’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting financial reporting. You’ll work closely with the CEO, external accounting provider, and managers to ensure financial efficiency across the organisation.
What You’ll Do:
✅ Process purchase invoices, staff expenses, and supplier payments
✅ Prepare and send invoices to funders and customers
✅ Manage credit control and track incoming funding
✅ Reconcile bank accounts and petty cash records
✅ Collate payroll information for our external provider
✅ Assist with budget preparation and financial reporting for funders and trustees
✅ Restart and manage the Gift Aid reclaim process
✅ Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
What We’re Looking For:
✔️ Experience: 3+ years in finance, accounting, or bookkeeping
✔️ Skills: Proficiency in Xero (or similar), strong numerical and analytical skills
✔️ Knowledge: Understanding of charity finance, financial regulations, and HMRC requirements (incl. Gift Aid)
✔️ Communication: Ability to explain finance matters clearly to non-financial staff
✔️ Work Ethic: Self-motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented
Desirable: AAT/part-qualified accountant, charity sector experience, familiarity with payroll & pension administration, and an understanding of deaf culture/BSL.
Why Join Us?
At deafPLUS, 97% of our staff are deaf, ensuring an authentic, empowering environment for the communities we serve. Be part of a team that makes a real difference, with our CEO, Reg Cobb, and the great team within.
Apply Now!
To apply, send your expression of interest to Deanna Roberts – [email protected], for us to send an application pack.
The closing date is Tuesday 22nd April.
Help us break language barriers and empower those deprived of a voice!
Summary
We are holding a webinar to give you the opportunity to find out more about this role at 12:00pm - 12:45pm on Tuesday 8th April 2025.
The Finance department is a shared services function working across the NCIs to provide a comprehensive, cost-effective finance service to each organisation, and helping to co-ordinate joint projects where appropriate. The Finance department is on a change journey, transforming the way we work and the service we provide to the NCIs.
You will manage the Financial Accounting and Control team within the Finance department, preparing statutory financial reporting for a range of complex entities (incorporating investment, pension scheme, company and charity reporting requirements), overseeing period-end processes, and ensuring strong financial controls and good balance sheet management for the NCIs.
You will manage, motivate and develop your team to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of statutory financial reporting for each of the NCIs and provide a high-quality finance service to the NCIs. You will act as subject-matter expert on accounting matters, demonstrating excellent technical accountancy knowledge, and will be able to explain complex financial issues to finance and non-finance staff.
An excellent communicator, you will be able to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and will work collaboratively with the rest of the Finance team to build strong internal control processes. You will be someone who is always looking to improve processes and work smarter, collaborating with your finance colleagues to drive best practice in everything we do.
You will deliver relevant training and support across departments to help improve financial literacy and ensure compliance with relevant financial control procedures.
- This is a 15 month fixed-term contract
- A Basic DBS check will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks for this role
- A salary of £75,000 per annum, plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of your salary.
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Our goal is to scale up access to treatment in the most underserved areas of the world so that all babies born with clubfoot can live a life free of preventable disability. Do you have the skills, knowledge and passion to help us build strong organisational foundations so that we are effective in our mission?
We are looking for an experienced charity operations manager to build upon and strengthen our operations and infrastructure as we grow. This is wide ranging role, working closely with the CEO to set operational priorities and with the whole team to develop systems and processes to support our key areas of work in advocacy, collaboration and training. Your work will have a direct impact on our ability to widen our network and work effectively towards our goal that all children born with clubfoot will be able to walk, play and run free.
Role Description
You will be responsible for a range of areas that support the infrastructure and smooth running of the organisation. We are looking for a senior operations manager with capabilities across operational strategy and systems, but you will not necessarily need to be an expert in all areas listed, and there is some scope for freelance support if required (for example in designing communications or book keeping). The role-holder will lead on operations and a key infrastructure project which will provide a foundation for future growth: scoping, setting up, and implementing a CRM system to support data and contacts management across the charity and skills in scoping and setting up CRM are essential to the role.
- Working closely with the CEO, prioritise and develop key operational areas, including: IT, Knowledge/Resource management, Cybersecurity, Human Resources systems and processes
- Lead on scoping, setting up, and implementing a CRM system
- Manage communications and annual renewals with our members
- Work with the training team to set up and manage our resource library
- Oversee social media marketing, website and newsletters with support from the team for content development
- Financial management including bookkeeping, managing payments and invoicing, payroll, supporting the CEO with preparation of annual accounts
For the full role description and person specification including skills and experience required for the role, please see the attached Senior Operations Manager Job Description.
We are only able to offer this role to individuals with existing right to work in the UK. Applicants from outside the UK must include in their application whether they have been granted right to work in the UK. If not, unfortunately we will not be able to consider your application.
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Please review the role description and person specification in the attached document before applying.
The Project Accountant role will ensure that Wilton Park events remain competitively priced and that all resources are utilised efficiently.
The role will be responsible for ensuring that all events are managed effectively from a financial perspective – including pricing of events, grant applications, regular liaison with the project teams, timesheet management, financial reconciliations of events and post event analysis.
The role will monitor the key performance indicators for Wilton Park to measure against our effectiveness regarding the strategic direction.
The role will ensure that the priorities of the FCDO are met through the accurate allocation of funds from the various funding sources received via FCDO – ODA, grant funding, ISF and new grants available.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Online/Bidborough House
Salary: £87,000-£95,000
Reports to: Director of Management Accounting
A leading global university is looking for a dynamic and experienced Head of Management Accounting to join its Finance Division. In this key leadership role, you’ll lead the Management Accounting team to deliver accurate, timely financial reporting and insights that support the university’s strategic goals. You’ll drive change, streamline processes, and enhance financial service delivery across various academic faculties and professional services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and Develop a High-Performing Team: Inspire and support a talented team to deliver comprehensive management accounts, including income & expenditure, capital, and cash flow.
- Ensure Excellence in Financial Reporting: Oversee month-end processes, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to ensure accurate and reliable financial data.
- Drive Continuous Improvement: Lead efforts to improve financial systems, processes, and workflows, enhancing the accuracy of reporting and supporting better decision-making across the organisation.
- Foster Strong Relationships: Work closely with senior stakeholders within Finance and across the organisation, including faculties and professional services, to deliver a seamless and effective management accounting service.
- Collaborate Across Teams: Work with colleagues across Finance to align strategies, share best practices, and contribute to the development of new systems and processes.
What is needed from you:
- Qualified Accountant: You must be a fully qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience in management accounting or finance roles.
- Proven Leadership Skills: You have a strong track record of managing large teams, driving performance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Financial Expertise: You have experience in managing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage competing priorities.
- Work within complex organisation: Knowledge of the funding environment for research and teaching is beneficial along with experience with financial systems such as Oracle Financials.
- Strong Communication & IT Skills: You are skilled at communicating complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders and have advanced IT skills, particularly in Excel and Microsoft Office.
Why Join?
- Be Part of a World-Leading Institution: Join a global leader in research and education, and play a key role in shaping its financial strategy and operations.
- Drive Change: This is a key leadership role where you’ll have the opportunity to shape the management accounting function, introducing improvements that make a real impact.
- Collaborative and Inclusive Environment: Work within a supportive and inclusive culture where your contributions will be valued and encouraged.
- Professional Development: Excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth in a world-class academic setting.
If you're a visionary finance leader with a passion for excellence and continuous improvement, this is your chance to make a difference. Apply today and join a top-tier institution in driving the future of higher education!
For more information about the role, do apply below or reach out to Rosemary Pini - Business Manager from Allen Lane. Details can be found on the company website or find me on LinkedIn
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Location: Rochester Airport, Kent
Department: Corporate Services
Salary: £32,770 - £35,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Permanent
We are Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS), and we fight every day to save lives. We are Team KSS, a close-knit team of dedicated, skilled, sector-leading experts with an incredible level of expertise. We are passionate about what we do which drives us to always deliver our very best.
We’re driven by our purpose of saving lives and ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients. Last year alone we responded to over 3,000 incidents. We are fearless and tireless in fighting to save every life.
Our charity headquarters and forward operating base are located at Rochester Airport, with our aircraft hangar and maintained at Redhill Aerodrome. When the call comes, we can reach any part of Kent, Surrey or Sussex in under 30 minutes.
As part of the Corporate Services function it is your job to support the organisation, ensuring it is fit to grow and deliver its ambition. We aspire for excellence in all we do, maintaining full compliance with regulation and ensuring every penny we raise is spent with the high-level care and consideration it merits.
Key Responsibilities:
The accountant is responsible for the day to day and month end maintenance and reporting of one or more of the legal entities within KSS. The role involves inward/outward invoicing including payment progression, cash handling and banking duties as well as month end finalisation. It also requires business partnering with internal stakeholders at various levels across KSS.
As an accountant for KSS you will undertake tasks such as cashing and banking, purchase ledgers, sales ledger and credit controls, general accounting and finally dealing with merchandise and stock. Please see job description for full details.
Inclusion and Diversity
KSS is committed to creating an equal, diverse and truly inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome and able to be their authentic selves.
We believe that everyone has the right to live without fear or prejudice, and be treated fairly, and with respect and dignity regardless of race, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, social class, religion and belief.
We reserve the right to close the position early if the role is filled.
Benefits package is correct at the time this advert was published.
Benefits: 33 days annual leave rising with service, Occupational/Enhanced Sick Pay, Enhanced Parental Leave, Access to the Blue Light Card and Blue Light Events, Access to the Wellbeing Hub, Money Purchase Pension Scheme, Group Life Assurance Cover Group Income Protection Cover, Critical Illness Cover, Employee Assistance Programmes, Development opportunities, etc.
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Christian Vision is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell to recruit an Accountant on a permanent, full-time basis. Christian Vision (CV) is a global Christian charity founded in 1988 by British businessman Lord Robert Edmiston. Headquartered in the UK, CV operates in over 35 countries, with more than 350 staff members dedicated to its mission of introducing people to Jesus and encouraging them to become His true followers.
Christian Vision is now seeking a dedicated and driven Accountant who can join their passionate team as the organisation grows.
The key responsibilities will be:
- Over time, exposure will be provided to each area within Finance, with the role holder working closely with the Corporate Services Manager to add value throughout the organisation in all aspects of accounting including budgets, financial stewardship and reporting.
- Ensure that all financial statements and reports for the UK operations comply with relevant UK accounting standards, tax regulations, and industry best practices.
- Oversee the preparation and submission of statutory accounts, coordinate external audits, and address any compliance issues, ensuring that all legal and regulatory requirements are met.
- Act as a central point of contact for communication between the UK office and regional offices, facilitating the smooth exchange of financial information, ensuring alignment on financial policies and procedures, and providing support on any local financial matters or concerns.
- Collaborate with department heads and senior management to prepare the annual budget, review assumptions, and provide insights on financial trends.
- Play a key role in updating and maintaining accurate financial forecasts throughout the year, analysing any variances between forecasted and actual figures to provide recommendations for improvements.
- Implement and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard the company’s assets, ensure the integrity of financial information, and reduce financial risk.
- Regularly review internal processes and work closely with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with all policies and procedures.
- Manage the organisation’s cash position by preparing detailed cash flow forecasts to ensure that there is sufficient liquidity to meet operational needs.
- Lead the team in prayer or devotional times and engaging with other spiritual activities as required.
The organisation:
Christian Vision (CV) is a global Christian charity founded in 1988 by British businessman Lord Robert Edmiston. Headquartered in the UK, CV operates in over 35 countries, with more than 350 staff members dedicated to its mission of introducing people to Jesus and encouraging them to become His true followers. The organisation leverages modern technology and media to spread the gospel, creating and distributing digital content through social media, broadcast media, and emerging online platforms to reach a global audience.
Essential requirements:
- Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ICAEW) or qualified by experience.
- Able to demonstrate fundamental knowledge of finance across a broad range of accounting issues.
- The ability to demonstrate experience of organisational strategy, management of change and leadership of multi-disciplinary functions in a professional environment.
- The ability to take responsibility and work autonomously, managing your time while staying accountable to the team.
- Strong proven track record in budgetary control and working with a broad base of stakeholders.
Christian Visions UK head office is based in Solihull and will require five days a week in the office. The closing date for applications is the 20th April 2025. Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our exclusive search agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!
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ABOUT US – THE GESTALT CENTRE
We are the Gestalt Centre, an established therapy not-for-profit organisation, supporting the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups, and organisations. We are a dynamic charity that runs, accommodates, and supports a number of counselling, psychotherapy, personal and professional development courses, and a range of therapeutic practices that enhance mental and psychological wellbeing.
As Gestalt Centre, our relationship with people who work for the centre starts from a place of trust. We see our structure as an organisational shape that we use to organise ourselves. What matters for us is how we all work together. We prioritise collaboration and ‘horizontal’ consultative decision making with individual and collective responsibility and accountability.
OUR VISION is a world were meaningful and fulfilling relationships lead to wellbeing and positive change in people’s lives.
OUR PURPOSE is to promote the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups and organisations through Gestalt education, training, and practice.
Gestalt is a life-changing approach to life, counselling, and psychotherapy. It enables people to develop meaningful relationships, navigate change and lead fulfilling lives by creatively utilising their own resources, skills, and strengths.
OUR VALUES
- Awareness and personal responsibility.
- Diversity, equality, inclusion and anti-discrimination.
- Kindness and respect for each other and the space we cohabit.
- Collaboration and community: every person matters and so does the collective.
Ready to make a difference? Join us!
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced Finance Manager with strong background in charity finance to join our Executive team. A key role working closely with the CEO, the Executive team and Trustees.
✔ join a highly committed, experienced and collaborative team in a dynamic organisation, with strong collaborative and human-centric practice, growing and changing in innovative ways
✔ deliver a diverse role with opportunities to grow as a professional
✔ join the Gestalt Centre, a beacon of excellence in the therapy world
✔ support people develop emotional and psychological wellbeing and create a world where meaningful relationships lead to wellbeing and positive change in people’s lives
✔ flexible working and hybrid with home working and convenient office location when you’re in the office.
ABOUT THE ROLE
FINANCE MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION
Role Purpose
The Finance Manager will proactively plan, manage and oversee the financial strategy, operations, and compliance of our dynamic and growing organisation. The role contributes directly to the organisation’s strategic planning and has hands-on oversight of financial transactions, operations, compliance and reporting.
As the Finance Manager, you will be a member of the Executive leadership team working closely with the CEO on matters of financial strategy and business development - contributing to strategic decisions and providing financial guidance.
Main Objectives
- Provide leadership, in-depth knowledge and financial expertise to support the organisation’s strategy, business development and operations.
- Manage the day-to-day financial operations including payroll, payments, controls and cash flow to ensure sound financial management and accuracy around all financial routines and procedures. Also ensure compliance and accurate reporting.
- Lead on and manage financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting - working closely with the CEO.
- Lead on enhancing procedural efficiencies and streamlining in finance operations.
- Prepare statutory and management accounts. Manage the annual financial audit and implement recommendations.
- Provide and manage sound financial reporting and conduct financial analysis and financial modelling for business development.
- Manage and support the Finance Manager and Bookkeeper.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
The role works closely with the CEO and is assisted by the Assistant Finance Manager and the Bookkeeper.
Financial Planning
- Lead on financial planning, budgeting and forecasting.
- Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making, highlighting key trends, opportunities and risks. Also scenario planning and financial modelling for growth and sustainability.
- Provide sound financial advice to the CEO, Executive and Trustees also assisting with business planning and strategy and business development.
Financial Management
- Lead on and manage the annual financial audit, including preparation, responding to auditors queries and implementation of recommendations, effectively and in a timely manner. Also filling with the Charity Commission and Companies House.
- Lead on the day-to-day management of financial operations to ensure sound financial management and accuracy of all financial routines and procedures.
- Monitor performance of actuals in relation to budget, income generation targets, approved expenditure and in relation to forecast. Note, analyse and comment on variations and propose adjustments.
- Prepare quarterly management accounts and reports for decision-making and planning.
- Advise on and manage investments and cashflow.
Governance: Policies, procedures and financial controls
- Ensure compliance with all requirements and standards in respect to Insurance, Companies House, Charities Commission and HMRC.
- Proactively lead on process improvements as we grow. Includes writing, reviewing and updating finance procedures and policies, in collaboration with the CEO and Executive colleagues.
- Ensure governance documents are up to date. Including Trustees appointment and resignation records, conflict-of-interest forms, and relevant submissions to Companies House.
- Monitoring and mitigating financial risks while maintaining robust internal controls. Also manage credit control and ensure that payments are received on time.
- Ensure financial procedures, policies and reporting systems are updated as required and maintained thereafter.
Accounting
- Supervise and review accounting tasks and records processed by the bookkeeper and the Finance Manager.
- Ensure timely, up to date and accurate accounting practice including journal entries, accruals, phasing and reconciliation.
- Ensure accuracy of income and expenses allocation and coding, including deferred income and monthly reconciliations.
- Review and update coding structures and nominal coding, clearing accounts and reconciliations in collaboration with the CEO and finance colleagues.
Payments and Payroll
- Manage effectively payroll, tax and pension submissions, banking and associated procedures.
- Ensure all payments are made, received and acknowledged in an accurate, compliant and timely manner.
- Maintain up to date records of financial calculations regarding payments and fees for tutors, assessors and other stakeholders.
Contracts Management
- Ensure that operational, building, insurance and supplier contracts are up to date and renew them as required. Includes utility bills, IT and telephone.
- Prepare and issue employee contracts (working with the CEO/HR).
Support service delivery
- Calculate and prepare courses fees and other financial information for reviews and to support decision-making
- Liaise with students to offer and manage payment plans
- Ensure financial queries by colleagues, collaborators, students and practitioners are dealt with effectively and in a timely manner.
- Support the integration of financial and operational systems.
People Management
- Supervise, manage and support the Finance Manager and Bookkeeper, ensuring and supporting high performance and wellbeing.
- Recruitment, induction and professional development of the finance team. Also ensuring team members understand and adhere to organisational policies and procedures.
ABOUT YOU
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications and experience
- Qualified or part-qualified (final stage), for example ACA, ACMA, CIPFA, CIMA.
- Minimum 3 years relevant financial management experience working with a charity/not for profit.
- Good experience of sound accounting and financial management in the charity/not for profit sector. Good knowledge of charity accounting and the Charity SORP.
- Sound knowledge and experience of leading and managing the audit process.
- Thorough practical up-to-date understanding of management accounting principles and techniques.
- In-depth knowledge and experience with payroll and pension processes and management systems for accounting functions, including QuickBooks.
- Sound knowledge and experience providing monthly management accounts, year-end statutory accounts and financial reporting.
- Extensive experience of contributing to the strategic, organisational and financial planning processes and leading on budgeting and forecasting.
- Extensive experience in balancing competing complexities of a busy role and prioritising effectively, forward planning and working to tight deadlines.
- Sound experience working effectively with confidentiality and GDPR in mind and in line with organisational policies and practice.
- Good experience with organisational realities, challenges and opportunities in the charity sector.
- Experience of working well within a multidisciplinary team (desirable).
- Experience facilitating or leading change and growth (desirable).
Qualities
- Awareness of self and others alongside a learning and growth mindset
- Leadership and management with kindness, integrity and collaboration
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including ability to communicate financial concepts and information in accurate, simple and clear ways and work collaboratively across teams and at a senior level
- Proactive dynamic leadership and project management skills and ability to apply big picture thinking.
- Excellent numeracy skills with attention to detail, sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a dynamic organisation.
- Ability to receive and provide feedback, learn and grow as a professional
- Creativity, resourcefulness and an open mind to be able to see opportunities, embrace challenges and facilitate resolution of any issues.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Passion and commitment to the Gestalt Centre values, work and direction
- Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and anti-discrimination.
- Excellent IT skills, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills and accounting software systems
- Competency using MS Office, email, online platforms and learning management systems
To apply please include your up to date CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages, clearly outlining how you meet the job requirements and person specification and the value you’ll bring to it.
We look forward to hearing from you!
OUR VISION is a world were meaningful and fulfilling relationships lead to wellbeing and positive change in people’s lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a newly created role which is being introduced to support the centralisation and future growth of the Marlow Education Trust . This hands-on role will be responsible for preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring all transactions and month-end processes are carried out, preparation of balance sheet, capital projects and fixed assets reconciliations , line management of finance officers and assistants, as well as oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable and VAT returns. You will be involved in cash flow forecasting, treasury/banking processes, budgeting/forecasting process, monthly reporting, variance analysis and more. You will support the CFO, and work closely with all schools’ leadership teams and Headteachers.
The successful candidate will have previous financial experience ideally in a school environment and a recognised accounting qualification,, and will be flexible and able to demonstrate an ability to adapt to a changing environment. You will be professional in your approach to all aspects of the role, extremely well organised, a team player and competent with accounting and procurement software, MsOffice and Google Suites.
Main Responsibilities
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Produce draft monthly and annual financial statements, including payroll and balance sheets reconciliations, income and expenditure, and cash flow statements
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Undertake payroll preparation including staff cost allocation on a monthly basis
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Support the production of regular re-forecasts during the academic year
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Prepare and post monthly and annual prepayment and accruals
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Maintain fixed asset register and post depreciation
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Monitor of capital projects income and expenditure and carry out necessary postings at the end of each project
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Ensure compliance with VAT, taxation, and other liabilities, minimizing amounts due while meeting legal requirements
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Undertake a credit control function thus ensuring that the payment of outstanding sums are received as swiftly as possible
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Liaise with auditors and facilitate all audit arrangements
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Manage finance team in the central services and work closely with School Leaders to provide consistent financial information to all schools
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Collaborate with the CFO to design and implement new financial systems and processes, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness while maintaining strong internal controls
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Act as an extended part of the schools' Senior Leadership Teams, providing high-level support to their back-office functions
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Support schools in setting reliable and realistic budgets based on consistent planning assumptions
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Monitor and identify corrective actions when necessary to ensure budget adherence.
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Serve as a liaison between the finance team and our schools, providing support and equipping them to carry out their roles effectively
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Develop the knowledge and understanding of the Trust’s schools' Leadership Teams, fostering professional relationships and networking opportunities between school
Other
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Work within school policies and procedures, including participating in performance management and professional development as required
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Contributing to the development of systems and procedures, sharing best practice with colleagues and proactively seeking opportunities for improvement
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Support and provide cover within the finance team as required
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Promote the ethos of the Trust
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To maintain confidentiality and ensure that duties are undertaken with due regard to and compliance with the Data Protection and Equality Act at all times
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To carry out duties and responsibilities in accordance with the school and Academy Trust’s Health and Safety Policy and relevant Health and Safety legislation
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To demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct; showing tolerance and respect of the rights of others whether other staff, students or parents
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To observe proper professional boundaries and having regard to the safeguarding and wellbeing of students
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The post holder is responsible for ensuring all child protection and Safeguarding policies are adhered to and that any concerns or incidents are raised in accordance with these policies
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To undertake any other task as directed by the CFO commensurate with the level of post
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an application form prior to the interview
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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BACKGROUND:
Safe Child Thailand (SCT) is a grant-making and capacity building charity based in the UK. SCT has been supporting children in Thailand through education, healthcare, social welfare and child protection for over 40 years.
Safe Child Thailand have partners across Thailand, implementing projects that reduce the risks facing vulnerable children and increase access to services that protect and promote child rights and wellbeing.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Finance Assistant will support the financial operations of the charity. They will accurately deliver bookkeeping and accounts administration and ensure that the Management Accountant has accurate financial oversight of the charity.
As a key part of the team, the Finance Assistant will be responsible for the accounting software (Xero), using it to log income and expenditure correctly and efficiently. The Finance Assistant must be experienced in bookkeeping and account reconciliation and must have excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy. The Finance Assistant will also record and bank cash and cheque donations in accordance with the charity’s financial controls processes.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Book-keeping
- Be responsible for logging all income and expenditure using an accrual system on Xero
- Assure all invoices, receipts and supporting donation data is properly saved and uploaded on Xero
- Promptly arrange payment of invoices and grant payments using a weekly payment schedule shared with the CEO
- Keep a log of the Petty cash book
- Log income from donations and legacies on Xero
- Ensure accurate data entry especially with restricted funds
- Look after contracts with direct debits to assure prompt payment
- Work with the Fundraising team to cross-check income on Xero with the CRM database to ensure reconciliation and prompt acknowledgement of gifts
- Cross check staff expense claims and ensure receipts are submitted
2. Banking and reconciliation
- Be responsible for cashing all cheques, cash and postal orders that arrive by post
- Assure banking paying-in books are accurately completed and cheque information is scanned and filed (digitally)
- Digital reconciliation of charity bank accounts with Xero software (monthly)
- Manually reconcile any accounts without online access
- Review Credit Card expenditure and reconcile statements (monthly)
- Reconcile the PayPal Giving Account (quarterly)
3. Financial reporting
- Run a monthly income/expenditure report for the CEO and Management Accountant, ensuring that all books are kept up-to-date
- Support the fundraising team by providing reports on financial data to inform fundraising strategy, when required
- Assist with the annual Audit/Independent Examination by ensuring concise and easily accessible supporting documentation is logged for all income/expenditure
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
- Qualification in Accounting/Finance or equivalent
- Excellent skills in Excel
- Experience using bookkeeping software (preferably Xero)
- Confident in online banking and finance platforms
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in an accounting, bookkeeping and/or finance administration role
- Strong proficiency in English language
- Excellent organization and administration skills
- Ability to work independently in a hybrid role
- Must have the right to work and live in the UK
To apply please submit a CV and a 1-page cover letter explaining your experience, your suitability for the role and why you want to work for Safe Child Thailand.
Please also provide the names and email addresses of two employment references. References will only be contacted with candidate’s prior consent.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
£42,000 per annum
Permanent
Part home/Part office (London) based
UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.
This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as a Corporate Business Development Manager.
The Business Development team is focused on building the new business pipeline, increasing the variety and volume of our partnerships, ensuring all relationships align with business objectives to deliver for the partner and for children. This role is central to achieving UNICEF UK’s ambitions in working with the private sector, and will have responsibility for cultivating and securing multi-million-pound partnerships with major UK companies.
We are looking for someone who is supporter driven and aligns with our mission. You will be organised, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to build authentic relationships with decision makers and leaders. Resilience and demonstrating patience and perseverance during set backs and challenges are also essential.
Act now and visit the website via the apply button to apply online.
Closing date: 9am, Thursday 17 April 2025.
Interview date: Week commencing 12 May 2025 via video conferencing (MS Teams).
In return, we offer:
· excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools)
· outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role
· impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
· an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children.
· the opportunity to work in a leading children’s organisation making a difference to children around the world
Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process.
We anticipate most colleagues will work one or two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home. We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.
UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences.
We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.
If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the Supporter Care line during office hours.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.
Registered Charity Nos. 1072612 (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)
The UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK), a charity funded by supporters, raising funds for UNICEF’s work for children.



We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Head of Finance who is dedicated to advancing our financial management capabilities and ensuring the sustainability of our operations. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations the Head of Finance will play a critical role in overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the FSRH. You will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting and reporting ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and providing strategic financial guidance to other members of staff across the organisation. You will also have an interest in leading and developing staff by fostering a positive and productive work environment.
If you have a background in finance, a keen eye for detail and the ability to lead and develop a small team, we want to hear from you.
Job Title: Head of Finance
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: 28 hours per week (35 hours FTE)
Department: Finance and Operations
Salary: £40,040 pa pro rata (£50,050 FTE)
Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations
Location: Hybrid – FSRH Office (London Bridge) and home working
The role, you will:
- Partner with our senior leadership team and department heads to develop financial plans, budgets, and forecasts that align with organisational strategy
- Analyse financial performance, identify trends, and communicate insights to non-financial stakeholders
- Support business planning by modelling financial scenarios and evaluating investment opportunities
- Lead monthly departmental financial reviews, highlighting performance against KPIs and recommending corrective actions
- Develop costing models to enhance understanding of product/service profitability
- Optimise working capital management and work with the FSRH Investment Advisers to maximise financial returns
- Identify process improvements to increase operational efficiency
- Lead on the preparation of the annual accounts and liaison with the auditors
- Support the Finance, Risk and Investment Committee
- Manage and develop the Finance and Membership Officer providing guidance, support and opportunities for professional growth
- Make returns to all statutory bodies
You will have:
- Proven experience working in a finance business partner role; working with senior management to develop financial strategies to support organisational goals
- Strong commercial acumen and business understanding
- Knowledge of management accounting systems and financial software
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and accounting principles
- The experience to lead and manage a small team, with a strong focus on staff development
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with management accounting and financial systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to translate complex financial concepts for non-financial audiences
- Experience of day-to-day financial management
You will be:
- Qualified or part qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
- Educated to degree level in finance, accounting or equivalent by experience
NB: In order to fulfil this role, you should be resident in the UK with a valid right to work; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.
We will offer you:
We offer a range of benefits at FSRH to support staff wellbeing, including:
- 25 days holiday, with an additional 2 days leave after 2 years of service, and a further 3 days after 5 years.
- Birthday leave day
- Annual Volunteering Day
- Flexible working culture
- Pension and life assurance scheme: 10% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution after successful completion of probation. This also includes access to life assurance at 4x annual salary and an income protection scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Employee discounts portal
- Free Lunch Thursday
- IVF and fertility leave and pay, Menopause Support
- Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
To Apply
A full job description can be found on our website
Deadline for applications is 17 April 2025 at midday
Interviews will take place in person at the FSRH Office in London Bridge, FSRH, 10-18 Union Street, London SE1 1SZ on 22 & 24 April 2025
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We are working hard to minimise unconscious bias and your application will be anonymised to support this.
NB: In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in the UK with a valid right to work; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.
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Be part of the vision; be part of RIBA.
RIBA is a global professional membership body, and a cultural organisation, driving excellence in architecture.
Salary: £40,000 plus £10,000 performance related bonus per annum, based upon experience and location
Location: London/Hybrid working
Hours: 35 hours per week, full-time, permanent
Corporate Partnerships
The RIBA Corporate Partnerships team is a new team that has been specifically created to innovate, attract, grow and deliver long-term, sustainable sponsorship revenue streams for RIBA, across a range of events, such as awards, conferences, talks, exhibitions and bespoke projects.
This is an exciting time for this team and RIBA. We are building a new future with mix of existing corporate partnerships and developing new business opportunities with sector leading brands.
About the Role
The Corporate Partnerships Manager is responsible for leading on the acquisition and development of new corporate partners with the intention of driving sales, year-on-year revenue growth and profitability, across the corporate partnership’s portfolio.
Reporting to the Head of Corporate Partnerships, this role focuses on securing revenue from leading organisations, both in the UK and internationally, and supports the successful delivery of corporate sponsorship activities, working with colleagues across the RIBA.
This role includes targeting, engaging and developing business with potential clients in our business category. These include, software providers, accountants, lawyers, banks, property companies, developers and built environment consultants.
You will be required to
- Actively seek, secure and maintain new long-term commercially viable corporate partnership sales opportunities through networking, direct targeting and via business related social media
- Develop a pipeline of corporate partner prospects in line with the business strategies, goals and objectives
- Build and maintain strong relationships with potential corporate partners, through securing and leading new business meetings
- Provide first point of contact and dedicated account management for corporate partners dealing with any queries or new requirements that may arise
- Monitor and manage corporate partner feedback to support development and client service improvement initiatives
- Oversight of corporate partnership accounts ensuring delivery of all agreed terms and requirements, while enabling sponsors’ objectives are met
- Attend client meetings and internal stakeholder and management meetings as the representative of the Corporate Partnerships team
- Attend events to ensure corporate partners’ requirements are successfully delivered, in line with contracted objectives and goals
Working with the Head of Corporate Partnerships
- Develop strategies for evolving and growing corporate partnerships, employing market intelligence to identify opportunities and assess the current market conditions
- Investigate ways to diversify our corporate partnership base and implement strategies to extend and grow our revenue streams
- Devise and implement strategies to increase revenue year-on-year across the RIBA awards, exhibitions, conferences and RIBAJ ‘special projects
- Prepare high quality and compelling corporate partnership proposals and presentations
- Support the development of corporate partnerships marketing collateral
What are we looking for?
Ideal candidates will have a minimum of three years’ experience in a membership, media or an events organisation or charity. We are looking for an innovative individual with:
- Excellent interpersonal, organisational skills and written and verbal communication.
- A strong work ethic
- An ability to prioritise multiple projects simultaneously
- A knowledge of the architecture and construction industry would be an asset, though not essential.
- Proficient in all MS Office applications
- Ideally, experience of working with and selling to companies in our business category
Why Join us?
Our Benefits:
RIBA offers an amazing employee benefits package which includes (a) a generous pension scheme with employer contributions (up to 12%), (b) life assurance, (c) annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays and paid closure of 3 discretionary days between Christmas and New Year. For more details on our benefits, please visit our website.
If you would like to apply for the position, please submit your CV and covering letter on our website after you click "Apply". Your covering letter should outline how you meet the ‘Skills, Knowledge and Experience’ in the Job Description, which you will find on our website under supporting documentation. Please note that we will only consider applications with covering letters received directly through our website.
Closing date: Tuesday, 22nd April at 11.59pm
Interview dates: 30th April & 1st May
Second interview dates: w/c 12th May
Due to high volumes of applications we are unable to respond to everyone, however, should you be shortlisted for interview we will be in touch. We may also close an advert earlier than the date above if we receive enough quality applications.
Please note that you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to proceed with any candidates who cannot show the relevant documentation so please only apply if you meet these criteria. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
The RIBA aims to be an inclusive employer, committed to building an authentic and diverse environment where all are encouraged to be themselves. We champion work/life balance and welcome requests for flexible working across our organisation. We value applications from all sections of society and appreciate divergent experience, therefore if you are excited about the role and working with us, yet your experience may not align perfectly with every single skill or competency, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Registered Charity No. 210566
The Royal Institute of British Architects is a global professional membership body driving excellence in architecture.
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The UK Electronics Skills Foundation (UKESF) is an educational charity that collaborates with industry and academia to tackle the skills shortage in the UK’s Electronics sector. We are seeking a hands-on Head of Finance and Business Services to lead our financial operations and business services ensuring strong financial management, compliance, and organisational efficiency.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast growing and impactful charity, playing a key role in shaping our financial strategy while ensuring robust financial controls and compliance, and the effectiveness of our business services.
As Head of Finance and Business Services, you will be responsible to the CEO for overseeing all financial aspects at the UKESF, including financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and risk management. A key part of the role is managing grant funding and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements from grantors (e.g. UKRI and Innovate UK). Also, responsible for management of key business services including management information, resources and technology.
This role is ideal for a qualified (or part qualified) ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) with experience in charity finance, grant reporting, and financial project management. You will provide strategic leadership while also being hands-on with day-to-day business and financial operations, including managing budgets, payroll, support services, overseeing AP and AR and financial reporting using Xero.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Strategy & Management
- Contribute to the development of UKESF’s financial strategy, business services and resource strategies.
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, ensuring effective resource allocation and efficient provision of business services.
- Provide financial insights and advice about business services and resources to support strategic decision-making by the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.
- Prepare accurate financial and management reports including budget and monitoring forecasts for the Board, senior leadership, and funders ensuring timely reporting.
- Ensure compliance with charity financial regulations, including SORP and fund accounting.
- Lead on government grant reporting, ensuring compliance with UKRI, DSIT, and Crown Commercial Office requirements.
- Track and report on multiple funding streams, ensuring accurate project financial management.
- Oversee statutory accounts preparation and the annual audit process.
- Manage and develop strong financial controls and risk management processes.
- Monitor cashflow and report regularly to CEO any concerns
Grant & Project Finance Management
- Manage delivery contracts and, grant funding, ensuring compliance with financial and reporting conditions are met.
- Develop project budgets and financial models for funding applications.
- Review and monitor ongoing projects cost
- Monitor grant expenditure and prepare financial reports for funders.
Day-to-Day Financial and Business Operations
- Oversee business services contracts, procurement, financial controls, payroll, pensions, VAT, and gift giving processes and liaising with relevant agencies as appropriate.
- Ensure efficient financial administration, including reconciliations and expense management.
- Through Cashflow monitoring manage bank balances utilising investment accounts where appropriate to maximise revenue.Manage financial systems and reporting using Xero accounting software.
- Manage IT support contract ensuring Cyber Essential standard compliance.
Governance & Leadership
- Act as the key financial and business services advisor to the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.
- Produce reports and financial insights.
- Develop and implement financial and business services policies and procedures.
- Support team on all routine finance and business services tasks.
- Manage external stakeholders and contractors.
ABOUT YOU
Essential
- Qualified or part qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent).
- Knowledge of charity finance, including SORP, fund accounting, and financial governance.
- Expertise in financial and management accounting, including reconciliations and cash flow management.
- Experience in budgeting, financial and resource planning, and project costings for multi-stream funding.
- Proficiency in Xero accounting software, including financial reporting, bank reconciliations, and payroll.
- Strong financial analysis skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Experience in preparing statutory accounts and working with auditors.
Desirable
- Experience working in a small charity or organisation with multiple funding streams.
- Experience managing and reporting on grant funding, for instance from UKRI and Innovate UK.
- Experiences of business services e.g. management information, resource management and management of business services contracts.Experience supporting governance processes and working with trustees.
- Experience of Government Contracts through Crown Commercial Service
- Experience of successful implementation and rollout of new CRM systems.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Flexible working hybrid working.
- The opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing and impactful charity.
- Competitive salary and pension contributions.
- A chance to make a difference in addressing the UK’s Electronics skills shortage.
- Support to complete accountancy qualifications.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
If you have any questions or would like an informal discussion, please contact us.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Through engagement with Schools, Universities and Industry, it is our mission to encourage more young people to pursue Electronics.
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The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynaecology, bringing together professionals from more than 139 countries and territories. FIGO has collaborated with the world’s top health, rights and donor bodies. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization and consultative status with the United Nations.
For more than 70 years FIGO has been dedicated to the improvement of the health and rights of women and girls and to the reduction of disparities in health care, as well as to advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. In collaboration with the world’s leading health and human rights organisations, including the World Health Organisation, we pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy and capacity building with our member societies.
Ideally an experienced and qualified CIMA Accountant; you will provide the charity with proven Business Partnering with Management Accounting experience skills, including BI reporting, stakeholder management and risk mitigation work. You will work as part of a small, dedicated team responsible for the effective management and control of the financial functioning of a medium sized dynamic Charity. This a pivotal role leading the financial outcomes, which will directly support senior leadership and top-level decision making and closely partner with an array of key non-finance colleagues across the charity and its trading company.
We offer a competitive range of staff benefits including a hybrid and flexible working environment. Applicants should note that we do expect all staff to be in our Waterloo office at least two days a week.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in this opportunity via the Apply button. Please note that applications without a cover letter may not be considered.
We will be interviewing applicants as suitable candidates are identified so would suggest for you to apply early if this role is of interest. Please note, those who have previously applied should not apply for a second time.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO THOSE WHO HAVE THE RIGHT TO RESIDE AND WORK IN THE UK. WE WILL EXPECT RELEVANT PROOF OF SUCH IF ASKED FOR AN INTERVIEW (PLEASE DO NOT SEND THIS INFORMATION WITH YOUR APPLICATION, THANK YOU).
FIGO is the only organisation that brings together professional societies of obstetricians and gynecologists on a global basis.

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