Are you a qualified or part qualified finance professional? Do you enjoy working collaboratively?

Prospectus is delighted to be working with East End Community Foundation to recruit their new Finance and Operations Manager. The role is offered on a part time basis (pro-rata for either 21 or 28 hours per week).

Based in East London, East End Community Foundation (EECF) is dedicated to increasing opportunities for people living in Hackney, Newham, Tower Hamlets and the City of London. For 25 years, they have been giving grants to the most effective local charities making a huge difference at grassroots level and delivering programmes which directly support the vulnerable.

The Finance and Operations Manager position is a pivotal appointment for the Foundation. Working closely with the Chief Executive, you will form part of a small, energetic and collaborative senior management team, and support the business planning and direction setting for the Foundation. You will be responsible for the day to day accounting and financial management of the organisation, as well as the smooth running of the office and ensure QuickBooks is up to date and accurate. This hands-on accountant position supports the organisation in delivering their ambitious plans and is responsible for accuracy management accounting, forecasting, budget controls, compliance, and financial performance reporting. You will be ensuring that all activities are financially viable to support the delivery of the organisation's strategy.

The successful candidate will thrive as a collaborative and strategic finance leader with experience of leading a successful finance function. A qualified Accountant, you will bring excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities alongside outstanding communication and relationship building skills. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of Excel and Quickbooks. Although not essential, it would be beneficial if candidates had experience of charity SORP and accounting within the charity sector.

To apply, please submit a version of your CV in a Word Document format; full job descriptions will be provided to candidates shortlisted by Prospectus.