Part- Qualified Financial Accountant/ Income Business Partner
The Felix Project
The Felix Project is London's biggest food redistribution charity and the largest end-to-end food redistribution charity in Europe.
Our vision is a London where no one goes hungry and good food is never wasted.
The Financial Accountant and Income Business Partner plays a key role in ensuring the accounts are accurate, timely and that all numbers are fully supported and understood within the organisation. Taking ownership of the balance sheet accounts and all aspects of income, this varied role requires good communication skills, and a solid technical knowledge and understanding of accounting, making it ideal for a part qualified accountant.
If you or anyone you may know could be interested please get in touch and we can have an informal chat during a break at the event!
Link:
www.thefelixproject.org
Director of Resources, £65,000
Allen Lane on behalf of Forces Employment Charity
The Forces Employment Charity was created in May 2022, combining RFEA and the Officer’s Association’s employment services. As individual organisations, we have supported the Armed Forces Community into civilian employment for over 135 years. Now, as one organisation we seek to support veterans and their families to be represented at all levels of employment.
The Director of Resources role is an exciting new role which has been created following the combination between the two organisations. It is a critical role for the charity, reporting directly to the Chief Executive and forming a key part of the Senior Leadership Team. The role will be responsible for long-term planning and will provide leadership and direction to the Finance, HR and IT functions of the charity.
Responsibilities include;
Agree annual priorities for corporate services with the Senior Management Team and support the Heads of Service to deliver their roles to meet these priorities
Ensure that the Resources Directorate is appropriately resourced to deliver annual priorities.
Work with the Board of Trustees’ Finance Committee, the CEO and the Head of Finance to develop the Charity’s financial strategy
Create long-term financial plans for the Charity and ensure that designated funds are used to allow effective financial management across financial years
Work with the Head of People to establish an annual development plan for the people function including recruitment, training, talent management and performance management
Work with the Head of Infrastructure to establish an annual development plan for the infrastructure function including: IT support, hardware and software procurement, systems and facilities
We are looking for;
Experience of leading multi-disciplinary teams
Experience of financial planning; ideally within a third sector organisation
Experience of service improvement
Empathy for the Armed Forces Community
Link:
None
Director of Finance & Resources c£75,000
Allen Lane on behalf of Cruse Bereavement
Cruse Bereavement Support is the UK’s leading bereavement charity, supporting people through one of the most painful times in life. With a dedicated network of over 4000 volunteers, last year we helped almost 100,000 bereaved people through our individual and group support, national helpline and web chat services.
We are now seeking a highly capable and values driven Director of Finance and Corporate Services to join our Senior Leadership Team, taking on a pivotal role within our organisation.
With a broad remit and a wide range of responsibilities, this role will be key in driving our corporate strategy, “Bereaved People First”, by providing strategic input and driving operational change across Finance, HR, Data, Digital and Premises, whilst delivering first class support across the whole of Cruse. Also, taking on the role of Company Secretary the role will lead on risk management ensuring there is a strong governance structure.
The successful candidate will be fully CCAB qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) and will need to demonstrate:
Proven experience in a finance leadership role
Understanding of the Charity sector (through direct employment or trustee positions)
Understanding of developing and implementing digital strategies
Commitment to inclusive leadership and the ability to work in collaboration with Trustees and
colleagues
This is an exceptional opportunity for the right individual, and as you might imagine, we are looking for a director with the necessary skill set and passion for such an important role. The successful candidate will be as comfortable leading strategic change, as they are handling numbers and explaining financial information to a non-finance audience. Holding a very visible role within our organisation, you will always display a commitment to our values and vision.
As an equal opportunities employer, Cruse Bereavement Support actively welcomes applications from all communities and backgrounds.
Closes 3rd July
Link:
None
Interim Assistant Accountant
Allen Lane
My client is a charitable organisation operating within the events industry. The nature of the industry has meant that throughout the duration of Covid-19, the team have had to deal with problems together as a unit, helping each other overcome the associated challenges. Moving forward, our client are looking to bolster their team with an Assistant Accountant.
Key Responsibilities:
Working with the Finance Accountant to prepare accruals and prepayment schedules
Prepare nominal journals for all streams of income across the organization
Responsibility of balance sheet reconciliations
Maintain purchase ledger
The successful candidate:
Is someone who can display experience on their CV that aligns with the key responsibilities, for a minimum of 2 years. The team need someone who can hit the ground running, looking to get stuck in with the challenges that arise.
Link:
None
Interim Part Time Director of Finance
Allen Lane
My client is a small but ambitious children’s charity. With their current post holder moving on to a new opportunity, they are looking for interim support to provide both operational and strategic cover.
Key responsibilities & objectives:
• Acting as the most senior finance professional, responsible for overall financial management, business analysis and financial control of the charity.
• Invest in the development and culture of the finance team (people, systems and processes)
• Assist with a mid-point strategic review of the organisation.
The successful candidate will be a qualified Accountant with a track record in the Charity sector. With strong presentation skills and outward facing mind set, you will be very comfortable communicating complex financial messages to the board.
This is a part time role for 3 days a week, outside of IR35.
At present my client is operating a very flexible office/ home working model, with c1 day a month in the office.
Link:
None
Interim Project Accountant
Allen Lane
My client is a remarkably diverse business that provides a wide variety of services to the local business and residential population.
Within this unique organisation, there are a number of charities ranging dramatically in size and independence.
As such my client is looking for an interim Project Accountant to lead on a review of a number of these charities to ensure that full and compliant charity in-year reporting is in place. This will include but not limited to fund accounting, reserves management and treatment of income.
Although professional accounting qualifications are not essential for this role, there is a need for a strong understanding of charity SORP and legislation. Strong communications skills and the need to be comfortable working outside of business as usual are also critical.
This role has been found outside of IR35. My client is currently operating a hybrid working model and there will be a need to be onside 1-2 days a week for face-to-face meetings in their central London office.
Link:
None
Financial Controller
Robertson Bell
Robertson Bell are pleased for be working with one of the UK’s largest charity’s whilst they recruit for a permanent Financial Controller. Reporting into the Head of Finance you will manage a team of four and have full ownership of the financial accounting and control function.
Link:
https://www.robertsonbell.co.uk/job/financial-controller-rb21716
Head of Finance (FP&A)
Robertson Bell
This well-known, instantly recognisable charity are currently partnering with Robertson Bell in their search for a new Head of Finance (FP&A) to join their dynamic team on a permanent basis. This role will act as the subject matter expert for all things operational finance across the UK, whilst managing a high-performing team of four and reporting into the Deputy Director of Financial Planning.
The key duties of this Head of Finance (FP&A) role are as follows:
Take full ownership of all things operational finance across the UK, working with senior budget holders to enable them to deliver targets in line with the strategic plan.
Manage a small team of highly capable, proactive finance professionals, providing training and giving them opportunities to progress professionally.
Full responsibility for preparing the consolidated annual budget and quarterly forecasts for the department.
Produce a consolidated set of management accounts on a monthly basis with supporting variance analysis and commentaries as required.
Review business cases for new projects and offer commercial advice ensuring they align with the charity’s objective.
Work with the Deputy Director of Financial Planning to produce Board reports.
Undertake occasional travel across the country to develop and manage relationships with your stakeholders on operational finance-specific matters.
This exceptional role is the perfect opportunity for a motivated, proactive FP&A or Finance Business Partnering professional who is now looking to take a step up into their first Head of Finance role, whilst under the supportive leadership of an experienced line manager.
Link:
https://www.robertsonbell.co.uk/job/head-of-finance-fp-amp-a--rb21722
Interim Financial Accountant
Robertson Bell
Robertson Bell are delighted to be assisting this £100m turnover charity with an interim 6 month Financial Accountant role!
Link:
https://www.robertsonbell.co.uk/job/interim-financial-accountant-rb21323
Project Accountant
Marble Mayne Recruitment
A leading grant funded ‘innovation hub’ working on cutting edge solutions to improve issues in society around urban living and transport, is seeking a Project Accountant for 12 month fixed term contract role.
The role is based in Milton Keynes, with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days per week.
The role involves:
Work with members of the Project Management team to ensure projects are being managed to budget, and forecasts are accurate
Provide financial insight to the project accounting process understanding the drivers in delivering CR&D, commercial and internally funded projects
Add value in project, budgeting and forecasting, ensuring one version of the truth
Provide advice and analysis to members of the Project Management team to help explain financial variances
Work with other members of the Finance team to ensure accurate project schedules, cash flow forecasts and consolidated reporting as and when required
Work with Project Managers to provide Finance inputs to the core funder quarterly reporting as necessary
Candidate requirements:
Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant – (ACA/CIMA/ACCA)
Up to 0-2 yrs PQ
Understanding of Project Accounting
Up to date knowledge of accounting principles
Strong Excel and systems skills
Ability to learn new systems quickly
Attention to detail and accuracy
Team working approach
Salary: £39,573 – £44,780 per annum
Closing date: ASAP
Interviews: ASAP
Link:
None
Trustee Chair
Open University Students Association
At the OU Students Association we are looking for a Chair for our Trustee Board, who is an inclusive and dynamic leader with the passion to support us in the development of a new strategy.
Position opening this week, email me if you'd like to hear more or be sent the candidate pack!
Head of Finance - c.£60k
Hays Senior Finance
The Head of Finance will be responsible for financial control and management reporting. You will provide Senior Management and Trustees with the financial information, advice and support they need to lead and manage the organisation effectively. This role will ensure that the charity meets all its statutory and regulatory compliance requirements on the due dates. In addition, the role will oversee the implementation of the charity’s strategy, budgets and performance reporting through the management and development of the finance teams.
Finance Business Partner
Michael Page
£47,000 - £53,000
Hybrid working
London based office
Link:
None
Management Accountant £44-52k
Hays Senior Finance
Supports the Senior Management Accountant in providing a service to all directorates within the organisation including delivering accurate and analytical management accounting information to support budget-holder decision-making.
Internal Audit
RSM UK Risk Assurance
Ever thought about a change of scene? Are you, or do you fancy becoming an internal auditor? We are continually looking for individuals with the personality and aptitude to deliver internals audits for our wide range of clients. Prior experience is not essential.
Please have a look at
https://www.rsmuk.com/careers
https://www.rsmuk.com/what-we-offer/by-service/risk-advisory/reactivate-your-career-with-rsm
