A small membership organisation with 12 members of staff are looking to recruit a Finance Officer to work closely with the Director of Finance.

This is a full time permanent role, working very closely with the Director of Finance. 

Working within a small but impactful team and the candidate applying for this role will have strong book-keeping experience, VAT partial exemption and very strong using Sage. 

Location: Central London

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 per annum

Hybrid: Three times a week in London

Working very closely with the Head of Finance, your main duties and responsibilities are;  

• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
• Manage pre-paid cards and expenses claims
• Online banking and setting up payments
• Bank Reconciliations
• Assist with the production of monthly management accounts, posting accruals and prepayments
• Support the production of the year-end accounts and audit
• VAT partial exemption

Candidates applying for this role must have the following skills and experience;

• Part-qualified or studying towards (AAT Level 3 or equivalent) or qualified by experience
• At least 2 years’ experience in the similar role in the non-for-profit sector
• Knowledge of SORP (desirable)
• Experience of Sage is mandatory
• Understanding of VAT (have trading subsidiary that is VAT-registered)
• Organised and efficient, with the ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail with high levels of numerical accuracy
• Very good communication skills, both in writing and verbally
• Ability to operate effectively in a support role to senior staff and an effective Team player

Benefits offered;

• Workplace pension from start, with 10% employer contribution, subject to 3% employee contribution.

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

The role will be closing on Monday 30^th March, 2026 and all CVs will be submitted on  Tuesday 31^st March, 2026

First stage interview: in person 1^st April, 2026

Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background—e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Head of IT and Operations (cyber security, GDPR, legal) – NGO

Newly created role

Are you a strategic and people‑centred IT and Operations leader looking for a role with real organisational impact?

Charity People are seeking a Head of IT and Operations to join a leading NGO to oversee the global IT infrastructure, operational systems, and organisational compliance.

You will guide a high‑performing team, drive service excellence, and ensure robust, secure, and efficient processes across all departments.

This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative leader who thrives in a hybrid, multi‑office environment and enjoys balancing hands‑on problem solving with strategic planning.

There will be overseas travel involved.

Salary: £65,598 - £67,000 per annum

Hybrid: You will be office based twice a week. 

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the overall IT and operational strategy, ensuring robust, efficient systems and seamless user support across all locations.
• Oversee IT service delivery, including KPIs/SLAs, digital security, service desk management, and hardware/software deployment.
• Ensure reliable cloud infrastructure management, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning.
• Develop and implement organisation‑wide operational policies, compliance processes, and health & safety procedures.
• Act as a focal point for data protection, security management, and global legal compliance activities.
• Manage budgets, suppliers, contracts, and third‑party service providers for both IT and operational functions.
• Provide inclusive, people‑focused leadership to the IT and operations teams, championing culture, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Person Specification

• Extensive experience in IT and operational leadership, including managing remote and in‑person teams.
• Strong technical background (infrastructure, cloud, networks, SaaS/IaaS) with proficiency in Microsoft 365 environments.
• Exceptional organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage change in a dynamic environment.
• Skilled communicator with strong stakeholder‑management experience and a collaborative mindset.
• Experience managing budgets, suppliers, and business‑critical systems such as CRM, HR, website, and finance platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities, with a customer‑focused approach.

Timelines for the role:

Role will be closing on 3^rd March, 2026

First stage interview     w/c 9^th March, 2026

Second stage in person w/c 16^th March, 2026

Candidates shortlisted for this role will be required to answer three questions which will be submitted along with the CV.   

Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background—e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.