Finance Manager

RFUK operates a hybrid working model with staff working partly from home and partly from the office. The postholder would usually be required to work in the office a minimum of two days per week during their probation period. This can be reviewed with their Line Manager thereafter.

Hours of work: 35 hours per week (full-time)
Contract type: Permanent
Reporting to: Head of Operations & Compliance
Other entitlements: 30 days annual holiday (in addition to UK Bank Holidays), 4% employer pension contribution, enhanced sick leave and sick pay, and an employee assistance programme.

Please note that the post is based in the UK and all applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK. Proof of right to work in the UK will be required from the successful candidate.

Founded in 1989, the mission of Rainforest Foundation UK (RFUK) is to support Indigenous Peoples and other communities of the world's rainforests in their efforts to protect their environment and fulfil their rights to land, life and livelihood.

This role sits within the wider Operations team and is dedicated to ensuring the highest standard of financial management to enable RFUK to fulfil its mission. The role is pivotal to safeguarding the financial integrity and sustainability of RFUK.

Reporting to the Head of Operations & Compliance, the Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing the charity's financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and donor requirements. You will work closely with senior leadership to provide accurate and timely financial reporting, support budget planning, and provide strategic financial advice to help the charity achieve its objectives. The successful post-holder will also line manage the Finance Officer.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will bring at least five years of experience in a senior finance role. They will have a proven track record in financial management, charity accounting, and operational excellence.

The candidate will contribute positively to our dynamic organisational ethos and values and cross-team working where all ideas are valued, and innovation is encouraged. They will fit well into a fast-paced, demanding, and high-impact environment with an international focus.

We are looking for someone with an interest in the role as we take on new challenges in developing our new 10-year vision. The role represents an exciting opportunity for a candidate who wants to make a real difference working for an organisation that consistently punches above its weight, and who possesses the necessary drive, as well as a commitment to both human rights and environmental protection.

We provide a friendly, humble, and welcoming team environment. This includes weekly staff team and catch-up meetings with line managers, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for learning and professional development.

Application process

To submit your application, kindly complete the online application form by Friday 21 March 2025 by 9 AM. Please be aware that the form will be anonymised for review by the panel. Please note that CVs will not be considered.

Regrettably, due to the large number of applications we usually receive, it is not possible to write to you should you not be shortlisted for an interview. If you have not heard from us within 10 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Initial interviews with shortlisted candidates will be held on 31 March 2025. Please let us know in your application if you are available to attend an online interview.

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within RFUK. As part of our recruitment process, you may voluntarily complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form. This form is used solely for monitoring purposes and helps us ensure fairness and equal opportunity throughout our recruitment process. Your responses are confidential and will not affect your application.