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Rape Crisis South London (RCSL) is entering a new chapter. With a new CEO, refreshed Senior Leadership Team, and ambitious vision, we are building a bold organisational strategy.
We are seeking a Finance Officer to join our Finance Team on a permanent basis at this key time.
As a specialist charity supporting survivors of sexual violence across twelve South London boroughs, we provide counselling, group therapy, advocacy, prevention education, and training. With an annual income of around £4 million, we are strengthening our infrastructure to better serve survivors and communities.
About the Role
The Finance Officer supports key financial functions, including recording transactions, allocating income and expenditure to funds, projects, and cost centres, processing BACS payments, and assisting with month-end schedules. This role is central to the charity’s administration.
What You’ll Do
*Process invoices, payments, receipts, and banking
*Reconcile bank, credit card, and fixed asset accounts monthly, including journals
*Manage debtor and creditor accounts, ensuring timely settlement
*Prepare and process month-end schedules (e.g. salary journal)
*Support year-end audits and respond to queries
*Assist in reviewing and implementing finance policies and procedures
*Support budget, forecast, and management accounts preparation
About You
Essential
You will work in line with RCSL’s vision, values, and feminist ethos, upholding survivors’ rights and promoting safety in line with safeguarding policies.
You will be proactive in learning, keeping up to date with relevant research, legislation, and practice, and participating in supervision, training, and service development. You must be willing to undertake other appropriate duties.
Person Specification
Essential
*AAT qualified (or equivalent), qualified by experience, or working towards a qualification (or willing to train)
*Experience using accounting software
*Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel and Word
*High accuracy and attention to detail
*Understanding of professional confidentiality
*Well organised, able to work under pressure
Desirable
*2+ years’ experience in a similar role in a charity/not-for-profit
*Knowledge of charity SORPs
What You Bring
*Commitment to feminist, survivor-led practice
*Anti-racist and anti-discriminatory values
*Ability to work independently and collaboratively
*Commitment to learning, reflection, and self-care
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
RCSL is committed to safeguarding. The post holder will help maintain safeguarding standards by:
*Promoting safety and wellbeing
*Identifying and reporting concerns
*Following safeguarding policies
*Supporting a safe and respectful culture
Safer recruitment includes:
*Values-based interviews
*Identity, qualification, and employment checks
*References
*Enhanced DBS (where required)
*Safeguarding training and supervision
Equality, Feminist Commitment and Values
Intersectionality and Reasonable Adjustments
We recognise experiences of sexual violence are shaped by factors such as:
*Race and ethnicity
*Disability
*Sexuality and gender identity
*Socioeconomic background
*Immigration status
*Faith and culture
Our work is grounded in feminist principles, centring survivor voices and promoting empowerment, inclusivity, and intersectionality.
Applicants can request reasonable adjustments, such as:
*Alternative interview formats or times
*Extra time for tasks
*Accessible documents
*Support for disability, neurodivergence, or health needs
Learning and Development
As a growing organisation, we support continuous learning and professional development.
Interview Process
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview via MS Teams.
Stage one: MS Teams with the Finance Manager and panel members
The process may take 3–4 weeks from advertisement to appointment.
The post holder will require a Basic DBS check.
The role is open for one month (until 12:00 noon on Wednesday 11 May 2026). Due to urgency, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis—early applications are encouraged.
The interview will assess:
*Safeguarding
*Equality, diversity, and inclusion
*Wellbeing and feminist practice
*Trauma-informed work
*Relevant responsibilities
This role is open to women only (Schedule 9, Paragraph 1, Equality Act 2010).
We welcome applications from women underrepresented in the VAWG sector. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
How to apply
Submit your CV and cover letter (PDF) to:
recruitment inbox
Interview dates: W/C 8th June 2026
If you do not hear within one month of the closing date, please assume your application was unsuccessful.
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