Interim Grant Finance Assistant

Premier; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting an Interim Grant Finance Assistant in London to manage the financial administration of funded projects across the full lifecycle. You will maintain accuracy in project records, post journals, and support grant funding claims within a collaborative Not‑for‑Profit finance team.

The role requires at least two years in post‑award grant finance or similar, with experience in Not‑For‑Profit entities and strong project accounting knowledge.

Qualifications

• At least two years' experience in post-award grant finance or a similar grant finance environment.
• Experience in Not For Profit and Charities.
• Experience with integrated finance systems (Agresso/Unit4 desirable).
• Strong understanding of project accounting and grant management.
• Experience producing financial reports and reconciliations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the financial administration of funded projects from set-up through to closure.
• Maintain project information within the finance system and ensure data accuracy.
• Prepare and post journals, adjustments, and overhead allocations where required.
• Reconcile project accounts and investigate variances or discrepancies.
• Raise invoices and support funding claims in line with grant requirements.
• Prepare financial reports for funders and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project expenditure against budgets and forecast future activity.
• Provide advice and guidance on project finances and funding regulations.
• Support process improvements, system developments, and ad hoc finance projects.
• Work collaboratively across teams to resolve complex financial queries and issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Time management

Tools

Agresso/Unit4

Job description

20 Oct, 2026# Interim Grant Finance Assistant* CV-Library* London, UKTemporary Charity### Job DescriptionAs an Interim Grant Finance Assistant in London, you will help manage the financial administration of awarded grants within the Not For Profit sector. You will keep grant records accurate and up to date, helping the Accounting & Finance department run smoothly during a temporary assignment.Client DetailsThe organisation operates in the Not For Profit sector in London.DescriptionInterim Grant Finance Assistant duties:Manage the financial administration of funded projects from set-up through to closure.Maintain project information within the finance system and ensure data accuracy.Prepare and post journals, adjustments, and overhead allocations where required.Reconcile project accounts and investigate any variances or discrepancies.Raise invoices and support funding claims in line with grant requirements.Prepare financial reports for funders and internal stakeholders.Monitor project expenditure against budgets and forecast future activity.Provide advice and guidance on project finances and funding regulations.Support process improvements, system developments, and ad hoc finance projects.Work collaboratively across teams to resolve complex financial queries and issues.ProfileA successful 'Interim Grant Finance Assistant' should have:At least two years' experience in a post-award research finance or grant finance environment.Previous experience in Not For Profit and CharitiesExperience using integrated finance systems (Agresso/Unit4 experience desirable).Strong understanding of project accounting and grant management.Experience producing financial reports and reconciliations.Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.Desirable:Experience working with research grants, charitable funding, or public sector funding streams.Knowledge of European Commission (EC) grants or other externally funded programmes.Experience supporting finance system implementations or data migration projects.Job OfferTemporary contract.Based in South West London.If you're interested in this role, apply now.People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best