Accounting for International Development

Our partner is an innovative international non-profit organisation working to improve health and wellbeing outcomes in low-income countries. They are seeking a Finance Manager to join their close-knit finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role will work closely with both, the UK finance team and colleagues in international offices, supporting effective financial management, reporting, budgeting, forecasting and process improvement across the organisation. Responsibilities Prepare and consolidate organisational, project and HQ budgets, cashflow forecasts, management accounts and other financial reports to support planning and decision-making. Develop, maintain and improve Excel-based financial models, reports and tools for budgeting, forecasting, analysis and organisational reporting. Work closely with UK and international colleagues to review monthly financial performance, support budget management and strengthen planning across country portfolios. Support donor financial reporting, ensuring expenditure is reported accurately and in line with donor requirements and organisational policies. Support payroll, VAT, year-end audit, statutory reporting and wider compliance requirements. Work with the finance team to improve finance processes, strengthen controls, streamline workflows and support the transition of accounting software Coach and support finance and non-finance colleagues in the UK and overseas to understand financial models, finance processes and financial management requirements. Requirements Qualified or part-qualified accountant, with the ability to operate confidently at Finance Manager level. Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and financial analysis. Strong business partnering skills, ideally with experience supporting overseas offices or international teams. Experience working with project or grant-funded budgets; donor reporting experience would be helpful. Excellent Excel skills, including the ability to create, maintain and improve financial models. Strong technical finance skills, including understanding of controls, reconciliations, payroll, VAT, audit and statutory reporting requirements. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. A collaborative approach, with the confidence to support, coach and work constructively with finance and non-finance colleagues. Interest in working in the charity, NGO or international development sector. The organisation operates a hybrid working model, with staff expected to attend the London office 2 days/week. This role is only open to candidates with right to work in the UK. Candidates are being considered on a rolling basis, and early applications are strongly encouraged.

Our partner is an environmental charity focused on protecting and restoring forests and supporting the communities that depend on them, with a particular emphasis on East Africa. The Treasurer will join the Board of Trustees and provide oversight of financial management and governance. Working closely with the CEO and Finance Manager, the role includes monitoring financial performance, ensuring appropriate controls are in place, supporting budgeting and reporting, and helping trustees interpret financial information. You will also play a key role in overseeing financial processes linked to international operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial expertise, with a recognised qualification and experience of organisational accounting. An understanding of charity finance is important, ideally with some exposure to international work. You will be comfortable operating at Board level and able to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues. This role involves four Board meetings per year, alongside Finance Committee involvement and some ad hoc support, with an overall time commitment of around 10-12 days annually. Please note that this is a voluntary role and there is therefore no remuneration For more Trustee and Treasurer roles please visit the AfID website.

Our partner is a UK environmental charity working to improve biodiversity, water quality and public engagement across a local river catchment, delivering a wide range of projects in partnership with public bodies and local communities. The Treasurer will join the Board as a Trustee and chair the Finance Committee, providing oversight of financial performance and governance. Working closely with the Chief Executive and finance lead, the role includes reviewing budgets and financial reporting, supporting the development of financial policies, and ensuring appropriate controls and scrutiny are in place. The role also acts as a bridge between the Board and staff, offering both support and constructive challenge, while remaining strategic rather than operational. The ideal candidate will bring financial experience, either through professional qualification or relevant senior-level roles, along with an understanding of charity finance and governance. You will be comfortable operating at Board level, able to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues, and confident contributing to strategic discussions. This role involves around 8 meetings per year, including Board and Finance Committee meetings, with in-person meetings on the outskirts of Oxford and some flexibility for remote participation. Please note that this is a voluntary role and there is therefore no remuneration. _ For more Trustee and Treasurer roles please visit the AfID website.