All jobs Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The deadline for application is Monday 8th September 2025, 9:00 am CET.
Location: UK
Location type: Remote
Reporting to: Director of Operations
Annual salary: Starting at £40,000 GBP per annum plus benefits
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Full-time
Candidate level: Experienced non manager
Background
The Climate Emergency Collaboration Group (CECG) is a philanthropic collaboration between some of the world's largest climate philanthropies. Our mission is to support and build a diverse ecosystem of actors to drive just and ambitious multilateral climate action that is more responsive to the needs of the world's most climate vulnerable. Ensuring the success of the annual UNFCCC Conference of the Parties (COPs) is central to this mission, and we believe that each COP has the potential to be a catalysing moment for collective action, impactful organizing, and powerful storytelling. CECG is a multi-million-dollar pooled fund administered by Rockefeller Philanthropic Advisors (RPA) with a mission to rapidly deploy funds into the global climate movement to support a strategy that delivers increased climate action.
Purpose of role
The Finance Officer will be responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting activities of the Climate Emergency Collaboration Group. This role involves capturing invoices, performing financial reconciliations, reviewing and approving expenses, and conducting financial analysis in support of the financial manager. The ideal candidate should hold a Degree in Accounting and have at least four years of experience in an accounting function and be proficient in accounting software.
Primary responsibilities
The job holder will have the following key responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including capturing and processing invoices related to grantee agreements and funding agreements.
- Managing operational and programmatic contracts, the reconciliation of vendor accounts and the submission of payments for operational and programmatic contracts.
- Perform financial reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Review and approve expenses in accordance with organizational policies.
- Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning in support of the financial manager and operations director.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
- Assist with the preparation of financial reports and statements as required.
- Assist with annual budget preparation and monitoring against actual expenditures.
- Assist with the compilation of funder budgets and funder financial reporting.
- Assist with the preparation of annual or donor audits.
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards as well as internal policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with other departments within the organization to provide financial insights and support.
- Provide basic training in financial systems, budget development and management and financial policies and procedures.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
- 4 years' experience in an accounting function, ideally in the international non-profit sector.
- Proficiency in accounting software and analytics tools, preferably Sage, NetSuite, and Syft.
- Proficiency in M365 with advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred qualifications and skills (not required):
Travel: Some travel may be required for face-to-face meetings and team retreat activities.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Climate Emergency Collaboration Group is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
If you have any questions about the role or organisation and would like an informal chat ahead of submitting a formal application, please reach out to Tricia Placido at tricia@darylupsall.com- Experience in the development or philanthropic sector.
- Knowledge of non-profit financial regulations and standards, preferably US GAAP and 501(c)3 IRS tax regulations.
Travel: Some travel may be required for face-to-face meetings and team retreat activities.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Climate Emergency Collaboration Group is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The deadline for application is Monday 8th September 2025, 9:00 am CET.
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