Finance Lead

Young Roots; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth-focused charitable organization in London seeks an experienced finance professional to manage daily operations, ensuring financial integrity while supporting initiatives for young refugees. The role requires proven charity finance experience and relevant accounting qualifications, with a salary range of £40,973-£45,199 per annum pro-rata, depending on hours worked. This position is hybrid, requiring two days a week in the London office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing month-end processes and statutory accounts.
• Ability to communicate financial information to non-finance audiences.
• Experience supporting mission-driven organizations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day finance operations and prepare funder reporting.
• Manage month-end processes and cash-flow forecasting.
• Support effective budget management and financial integrity.

Skills

Charity finance

Accounting systems (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)

Communication of financial information

Budget management

Education

Accounting qualification (AAT Level 4, ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Overview

Our youth hubs and casework are transformative for young refugees, enabling them to find community, connection, and support. We are seeking an experienced finance professional to ensure Young Roots continues delivering life‑changing support.

Responsibilities

• Act as the go‑to finance expert, maintaining day‑to‑day operations and translating complex financial data into accessible insights for teams and leadership.
• Manage month‑end processes, statutory accounts (in line with Charity SORP) and cash‑flow forecasting.
• Prepare funder reporting and ensure financial integrity through robust systems and controls.
• Partner with the organisation to support effective budget management, shape future initiatives and maximise impact for young refugees and asylum seekers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in charity finance, independently managing month‑end processes, statutory accounts and grant funding.
• Accounting qualification (AAT Level 4, ACCA/CIMA full‑ or part‑qualified, or equivalent by experience).
• Hands‑on experience with accounting systems such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks.
• Strong ability to communicate financial information to non‑finance audiences and work confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Motivated by supporting our mission and able to thrive in a hybrid, team‑based environment.

Experience

We welcome applicants with diverse career paths, including those who have gained relevant skills through non‑traditional routes or timeframes.

Salary & Hours

Permanent role, 21‑35 hours per week (0.6‑1.0 FTE). Hybrid; two days in one of our London offices. Salary £40,973‑£45,199 per annum pro‑rata.

Application Process

Submit a personal statement (no more than 800 words) answering:

1. What is your motivation for working with Young Roots?
2. What is your motivation for applying for this role specifically?
3. What skills and experience will enable you to be successful?

Include examples that demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification.

Closing Date

12 January 2026 at 12:00.