Our Directorates

Finance

Our Directorates

Finance

We’re here to look after our financial resources and to help our teams use resources effectively in their work to prevent cruelty to children.

Paul Taylor

Paul Taylor

Finance & Technology Director

“The Finance directorate are pivotal in stewarding our resources to focus on helping as many children and young people as possible. In this current climate where more children and young people than ever need our support, our entire team are committed to making sure this is achieved.”

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Why join us?

You’ll become part of our progress - making our whole organisation stronger, and more able to make a difference by making the best possible use of our resources. And you’ll be part of a supportive and nurturing network of people you’ll learn from every day. In return for your effort and enthusiasm, we offer a range of benefits and hybrid working. We also make sure all our people have access to all the resources and training they need to learn and grow in their careers.

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About Finance

The Finance function has responsibility to ensure the accurate recording of all income and expenditure of the NSPCC and its associated companies; the collation and presentation of budgets/forecast; monitoring both consolidated and Divisional income and expenditure against budget/forecast, the preparation of statutory annual accounts, tax compliance and associated returns. It is also responsible for the payment of all invoices, collection of monies due, the payment of staff and the provision of advice on financial matters throughout the organisation.

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Our teams

In all we employ around 40 people, who work primarily out of either our London HQ, or our National Processing Unit in Cardiff.

  • Our Financial Accounts team look after our day-to-day transactions; manage and advise on tax, VAT and compliance; and prepare both statutory and external reporting.
  • Our Central Reporting and Finance Business Partner teams work across the organisation to support and guide financial planning, provide data to inform decision making and support the securing and allocation of the funding that makes it possible for us to be there for children.
  • The Procurement team support the organisation in respect of all matters associated with our supply chain. We aim to ensure that our resources are used wisely and comply with legislation, policy and best practice. We do this through formal tenders, processing locally sourced supply requests or contract changes, identifying key suppliers and providing advice throughout the organisation.

What we’re looking for

Communication skills

This refers to qualities that help you communicate with and work well with others, including listening actively, understanding the needs of others, managing your emotions and interpreting non-verbal communication such as body language.

Attention to detail

Attention to detail refers to your ability to complete tasks accurately and thoroughly for all areas involved. Being detail-oriented is an important quality as it suggests that you are attentive, efficient and productive.

Teamwork skills

Teamwork skills have to do with your ability to work with others in a team. This includes how you handle tasks such as collaboration, resolving group conflicts and sharing responsibilities. Working harmoniously in a team environment is an essential skill as almost every job involves working with other people to achieve common goals and objectives.

Problem-solving skills

Problem-solving abilities allow you to identify problems and solve them efficiently and effectively. Being a good problem solver allows you to understand and analyse problems and develop creative and strategic solutions, even with limited resources available.

Ability to work under pressure

Working under pressure means that you can remain calm and carry out your tasks efficiently during high-pressure situations. For instance, when expectations change or things don't go according to plan. In many types of roles, you may experience demanding situations at work where you have to make quick decisions and remain focused while carrying out your tasks to a high standard.

A focus on excellence

When we strive for excellence, we maintain high standards. High standards can encourage us to think creatively, solve problems, stick to deadlines and commitments, and do quality work. People who strive for excellence want to do things well; they possess a growth mindset and are open to challenges.

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The application process

What to expect when you apply for a role with the NSPCC

 
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Please spend some time on the ‘Supporting Information’ section. Provide examples to evidence how your skills and experience meet our person specification, as we use ONLY this information to shortlist applicants for interviews.
 
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If you meet our person specification and declare a disability, you’ll automatically be shortlisted for interview
 
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If you meet our person specification and declare a disability, you’ll automatically be shortlisted for interview

 
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We’ll contact you either way to let you know if your application has been successful. If so, we’ll invite you to a panel interview.
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If you’re through to interview, you should start gathering information you’ll need for the next stage of the process, like employment references and address history for the last five years
 
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You can contact our People team on 0113 887 1122 if you have any questions about the process at this stage
 
We’ll contact you either way to let you know if your application has been successful. If so, we’ll invite you to a panel interview.
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You can contact our People team on 0113 887 1122 if you have any questions about the process at this stage

 
The interviews might be face-to-face or online, depending on the role
 
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Our interview processes will explore your skills, knowledge and values – and this can be done over more than one stage.
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We’ll always provide feedback to all applicants following their interview, whether successful or not
 
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Our interview panels are made up of the hiring manager for the role and a range of other relevant professionals selected from across our organisation
 
Our interview processes will explore your skills, knowledge and values – and this can be done over more than one stage.
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The interviews might be face-to-face or online, depending on the role
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Our interview panels are made up of the hiring manager for the role and a range of other relevant professionals selected from across our organisation

 
If you’re successful, we’ll give you a conditional offer, and ask for more info so we can complete our safeguarding checks and referencing procedures
 
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You’ll hear directly from the hiring manager after your interview, with feedback if unsuccessful
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You can contact your hiring manager directly at any point during this stage.
 
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We do this for all roles – some are more in-depth than others – and we can’t make any final offers until these are completed
 
You’ll hear directly from the hiring manager after your interview, with feedback if unsuccessful
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If you’re successful, we’ll give you a conditional offer, and ask for more info so we can complete our safeguarding checks and referencing procedures
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You can contact your hiring manager directly at any point during this stage.
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Did you know?
We do this for all roles – some are more in-depth than others – and we can’t make any final offers until these are completed

 
Due to the nature of our work, it is important we complete a variety of checks and vetting procedures, which will vary with each type of role.
 
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While the referencing process is taking place, we’ll regularly update you on its status
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We’ll also share a welcome pack, so you can start getting a feel for the role and our organisation before you start
 
Did you know?
We need to rely on third parties to complete criminal records checks, and this can cause delays outside of our control (sometimes around 6-8 weeks).
 
While the referencing process is taking place, we’ll regularly update you on its status
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Due to the nature of our work, it is important we complete a variety of checks and vetting procedures, which will vary with each type of role.
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We’ll also share a welcome pack, so you can start getting a feel for the role and our organisation before you start
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Did you know?
We need to rely on third parties to complete criminal records checks, and this can cause delays outside of our control (sometimes around 6-8 weeks).

 
They’ll email you with all the details you need before you start, including your contract of employment and your start date
 
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Your hiring manager will get back to you directly to confirm your final offer
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You’ll receive an induction email – with a welcome message from our CEO, information on what to expect, your team, available training and groups you can join
 
Did you know?
Once you start, we’ll email you with a link to the ‘New starters’ page on our intranet, the Green.
 
Your hiring manager will get back to you directly to confirm your final offer
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They’ll email you with all the details you need before you start, including your contract of employment and your start date
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You’ll receive an induction email – with a welcome message from our CEO, information on what to expect, your team, available training and groups you can join
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Did you know?
Once you start, we’ll email you with a link to the ‘New starters’ page on our intranet, the Green.

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