Global Finance & Compliance Business Partner

This position is responsible for delivering high-quality financial business partnering support and oversight to specific programs and organizational initiatives. The role involves assisting managers in adhering to policies related to budgeting, developing proposals, ensuring donor compliance, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will help colleagues make informed financial decisions while upholding organizational, donor, and regulatory requirements. Additionally, the role leads the planning and execution of internal audits, compliance activities, and assurance processes for both corporate and partner financial reporting.

1. Build strong relationships with budget holders and managers, offering proactive financial advice, support, and oversight.
2. Assist managers in understanding financial compliance and effectively managing risks.
3. Contribute to financial decision-making through thorough analysis, insightful observations, and constructive challenge.
4. Support the preparation of program budgets and financial plans to ensure policy compliance.
5. Monitor expenditure against approved budgets and provide timely feedback on variances, risks, and mitigation strategies.
6. Contribute to organizational financial planning processes and reporting cycles.
7. Support grant managers and program teams in comprehending donor rules and compliance requirements.
8. Monitor and advise on cost recovery, co-funding needs, and financial risks associated with grants.
9. Support financial oversight of implementing partners in line with HelpAge’s partner-led approach.
10. Review partner financial reports and their supporting documentation.
11. Support partner financial assessments, capacity strengthening initiatives, and compliance reviews.
12. Audit selected partner organizations according to the agreed audit plan.
13. Analyze monthly management information prepared for senior management and provide audit and assurance on these reports.
14. Support the design of relevant financial reports, dashboards, and performance reports necessary for managing performance and risk.
15. Support the annual external audit preparation and process.
16. Develop and propose an annual internal audit plan for review and approval by the Audit & Risk Committee, ensuring appropriate oversight and safeguards for independence.
17. Develop and maintain Internal Audit Procedures to ensure best practice and address identified risk areas within corporate accounts and programs/partner activities.
18. Coordinate and implement the approved internal audit plan following established procedures and independence safeguards.
19. Communicate audit findings to the Director of Finance and Business Support Department or partner organization, document management responses, and agree on corrective action plans at the conclusion of each audit.
20. Monitor and report on the implementation of any recommendations.

1. Possess a professional accounting qualification or equivalent audit certification and relevant experience.
2. Have significant experience in financial management, budgeting, and financial reporting.
3. Demonstrate experience working within an NGO, charity, or similar organization.
4. Exhibit a strong understanding of donor-funded programs and donor compliance requirements.
5. Have experience in financial audit, compliance, and investigation.
6. Possess good communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
7. Be proficient in Excel and financial systems.
8. Be able to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across teams.
9. (Desirable) Experience supporting partner-led programming and partner financial management.
10. (Desirable) Experience preparing donor budgets and donor financial reports.
11. (Desirable) Knowledge of UK charity finance requirements.
12. (Desirable) Knowledge of Charity SORP and auditing standards.
13. (Desirable) Experience using MS Business Dynamics or similar accounting systems.
14. (Desirable) Experience supporting finance process improvements and risk management.