Head of Finance

• Locations

  Islington , London UK

• Salary

  £57,816

• Sector

  Charity & Fundraising

• Type

  Permanent

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is a leading UK charity dedicated to improving the health and dignity of Palestinians affected by conflict, occupation, and displacement. With a focus on the occupied Palestinian territory and Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon, we provide vital health and medical care to those in need, particularly in crisis zones like Gaza. As part of our commitment to meeting the growing needs of the communities we serve, we’re expanding our team.

This new role will be key in helping MAP in its response to the conflict in the occupied Palestinian territory. We are looking for someone with the financial skills and drive that can support the organisation as we scale up our activities.

The ideal candidate will have responsibilities that include monitoring compliance with MAP’s financial and procurement policies, developing strong cash and treasury management policies, and managing financial accounting systems. You will also ensure timely and accurate preparation of annual statutory accounts, compliance with relevant accounting and legal requirements, and submission of necessary returns to regulatory bodies.

Managing relationships with MAP’s banks, overseeing cash flow, implementing financial controls, and managing payroll budgets are also part of your role. Furthermore, you’ll be responsible for risk management, maintaining insurance policies, and contributing to the management of in-country finance colleagues.

You will have extensive experience in finance leadership roles within charitable organizations and NGO’s, including experience with UK charity finance practice and governance. Strong technical knowledge of accountancy principles, governance, and standards, along with excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills, are essential. Additionally, a commitment to MAP’s mission, and services, and the ability to work collaboratively with others are required.

In return, MAP offers a competitive salary, providing the opportunity to lead impactful projects and initiatives within a collaborative and supportive work environment.

How to apply

Please email your application to recruitment@map-uk.org with the subject line ‘[full name] – Head Finance with your recent resume and cover letter before the deadline of 5:00 pm GMT on Monday 29^th April 2024.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the deadline, then you have not been successful in shortlisting.