Job Pack
All you need to know
about working at
Spark2Life
Introduction
We are delighted you are considering applying for a role at Spark2Life.
We are a small, dedicated team who work with young people, families,
professionals, volunteers, and partners to deliver a wide range of programmes
which align with our mission. We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join
our team; someone committed to reduce violence affecting young people and
who wants to work with likeminded people to make a difference. This
information pack contains important information about the organisation, and
the specific role you will be applying for. Please read it carefully.
To request this information in other formats, or if you have any queries, please
contact recruitment@spark2life.co.uk
About Spark2Life
Spark2Life
running
programmes since 2006 and we operate in London, Kent and Buckinghamshire.
inspired charity. We have been
is a community
Our mission: Spark2Life exists to Prevent Harm & Promote Life.
We work to reduce the risk of children & young adults entering the cycles of
offending.
We empower people through holistic therapeutic support to overcome
adversity and promote wellbeing.
We advocate for equitable systems across the communities we serve.
How we work: We work in schools and the community providing a wrap-
around type of support to young people who are impacted by violence and
criminal exploitation. We support their families and we train professionals in the
sector to strengthen the support young people receive. Our programmes
include: Mentoring; Casework; Detached work; Advocacy; Counselling;
Awareness.
Love
To offer unconditional
positive regard and to
show the outworking of
our love through acts of
service especially
for
less
those deemed
deserving due to their
offending history.
to
Wellbeing
Looking after oneself is
important and rest is a
necessity.
Self-
awareness and finding
a healthy life rhythm is
key
physical,
emotional, and mental
well-being. We seek to
foster an environment
supportive,
that
accountable,
and
honest with ourselves
and one another. We
can only give out of
what we have.
is
Transformation
Offer new perspectives
that
thinking
of
influences a person’s
behaviour.
Forgiveness
Forgiveness can be hard
to give and at times
receive but carries so
much power that when
processed can lead to
true freedom. If we want
to receive
forgiveness,
we must learn to offer
forgiveness.
Integrity
Our action must match
our words and we must
speak from a place of
truth
honesty
seasoned with love and
compassion.
and
Our values
Hope
working
Through
to
together we aim
present SMART goals so
those we support can
reach and achieve what
they do not have but
need to become their
best selves.
Justice
person
A wholistic
centred approach
to
justice. People may be
dually convicted, but
we need to make sure
they are not un-fairly
treated and sentenced.
up
Advocacy
We are committed to
speaking
and
standing up for those
we
and
represent
advocate for and with.
passionate
We
when
to
comes
fighting for racial and
social justice to address
issues of inequality and
equity.
are
it
“Every role at Spark2Life is critical to
our mission to keep young people safe
from harm and violence, including
this role. Spark2Life is an inclusive
employer and keen to attract diverse
talent”.
Dez Brown - CEO & Founder of Spark2Life
Finance Manager
Salary:
£40,000 - £50,000 per annum depending on
experience
Annual leave:
25 days a year plus England Bank Holidays
Hours:
Location:
Duration:
Full-time (37.5k hrs/week)
Spark2Life Head Office, London
Permanent
Reports to:
Managing Director
About the role
As Spark2Life’s Finance Manageryou will lead all aspectsof the finance function
to achieve the organisation’s goals. You will also offer strategic finance support
to the Executive Team and across the range of activities undertaken by the
organisation.
leadership overseeing all aspects of
in ensuring that
the
You will provide
financial
it complies with relevant
organisation’s finances and
legislation and principles. You will be responsible for efficient policies,
procedures, systems and practices to support the smooth running of the
organisation and will be proactive in developing new systems and processes
to meet the needs of the organisation as it grows.
As Spark2Life’s Finance Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and
managing the financial planning cycles, governance, and management
reporting process as well as, managing
relationships with external
stakeholders/advisers ensuring contractual compliance, auditing and quality
assurance processes. With prior experience of working with charities’ accounts
as well as experience of Quickbooks accounting system used at the Spark2Life.
Job Description
Duties & Key Responsibilities
The specification below outlines
the principal accountabilities and
expectations of this role. This is not intended to cover every responsibility since,
by the nature of this role, the will be expected to take ownership of the areas of
accountability and develop them in line with the needs of Spark2Life.
Lead, manage and improve the organisation’s finance function and provide
accurate, timely and relevant financial reports as required by the CEO,
Executive Team and the Trust Board.
Ensure the provision and reporting of financial accounts, forecasting and
project/programme budgets, development plans, and the associated
reporting.
Oversight of the legal and financial statutory processes in line with the
Charity Commission and Companies Houserequirements, including the
Annual Audit.
Ensure that the agreed recommendations of internal and external auditors
are implemented and ensure effective arrangements are in place so that
the Auditor’s report is unqualified and on time.
Monitor, cash
flow, reserves, analysis of performance against the
organisation’s annual business plan and dashboard as it relates to the
finance function.
Assess the risk profile of new fundraising, partnership and new income
opportunities, particularly earned income and public sector contracts.
Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts on an on-going
basis, considering our fundraising pipeline.
Undertake month-end reconciliations across all entities. Prepare monthly
consolidated management accounts.
Contribute to the overall leadership of Spark2Life and to the organisation’s
future strategic and operational planning. Support Executive Team
colleagues as required on the delivery of cross-team initiatives.
General Responsibilities
Be flexible and carry out other associated duties as may arise, develop or
be assigned in line with the broad remit of the position.
Contribute to overall management and organisation development of
Spark2Life by attending meetings and training as required.
Maintain and improve competencies through
continuous professional development.
Abide by all organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.
Actively support and promote
inclusion, diversity and equality of
opportunity in the workplace.
Treat confidentially any personal, private or sensitive information about
service delivery, individual organisations, clients and staff.
This job description does not form part of your contract of employment and
can be amended from time to time as the needs of the organisation
require.
Person Specification
Experience
funds and undertake
Significant experience of preparation of management
and accounts, and management information.
Experience of working with charity accounts, including knowledge of
restricted and unrestricted funding.
Experience of preparing complex budgets, forecasts and management
accounts.
Experience of managing surplus
management in accordance with the Board’s policy.
Experience of managing external audit and preparation of financial
statements under Charities SORP (FRS102).
First class Excel and modelling skills and experience of using Google Sheets.
Previous experience of using Quickbooks.
Familiarity with relevant tax laws, financial regulations, and reporting
requirements (especially Gift Aid) in the UK.
Knowledge of aspects of taxation including VAT and payroll. Experience of
managing budgets and reporting to funders.
Successful track record of building and maintaining good relationships with
finance service-users, internal and external, at all levels.
treasury
Skills, abilities & knowledge
Fastidious attention to detail and robust numerical skills, with an ability to
translate the needs of the business into financial processes.
Proven ability to provide effective leadership in a management role.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate clearly
and concisely at a variety of levels.
Excellent time-management and prioritisation skills.
Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve difficult situations, and deal with
them calmly, diplomatically, efficiently, and effectively.
Personal Qualities
Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities and
an ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work.
Undertake training as required.
Commitment to the core values and ethos of Spark2Life which is based on
Christian Principles.
Interested and motivated to further own skills and knowledge.
Qualifications & Training
To have achieved or in the process of achieving a UK professional finance
qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/AAT or equivalent).
Evidence of recent continuing professional development in a professional
area relevant to the post would be desirable.
Being part of the team
At Spark2Life we want people to grow and succeed
Alongside our values, we expect everyone to display the behaviours needed to
contribute to our vision and purpose. In return we seek to offer an inclusive,
rewarding, and collaborative environment and several benefits.
Stay and grow
25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays per year
Annual performance review with development plans
Manage your attendance, expenses and development via easy to use
online
Bright HR system and app
Discounts for services and products via Bright HR system
Free access to counselling
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Team building sessions throughout the year
Interview Process
Deadline for applications:
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis as suitable applications are received.
We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.
Interviews to be held on:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the vacancy will remain
open until a suitable candidate is appointed. Interviews will be arranged as
applications are received.
How to apply
To apply for this post, please complete an application form
Equal opportunities matter
Spark2Life is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of
their background.
If you would like to discuss your application, or have any queries about our work,
please contact recruitment@spark2life.co.uk.
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