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The Financial Accountant is primarily responsible for the preparation of statutory financial statements for three school charities under the Charities SORP. For two of these charities, the work involves the consolidation of the results of the school operations. The postholder will be the key contact for the external auditor for the year-end audits for these charities.

There will also be an opportunity to support with the production of other financial information and to contribute to improvements in financial procedures and controls, both within financial reporting and more widely in the Finance department.

The role is expected to be part-time though it may require some weeks of full-time (or close to full-time) during the external audit period. The work is likely to take c.4 months, after which point the responsibilities for the school charities will revert to the permanent team.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant, or with significant equivalent professional experience
• Experience in the operation of Charity fund accounting
• Good knowledge of and confidence with key IT applications
  • MS Office 365, especially Excel
  • Accounting systems, notably Exchequer
• Confident and experienced with key statutory reports
• Experience of working with charities and / or membership organisations preferable

Attributes

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Comfortable working as part of a small department and staff team, operating within a larger membership organisation
• Hardworking, highly motivated, energetic and responsible
• Able to work under pressure when necessary to meet deadlines
• Happy to work independently and to operate at times with limited supervision
• A capable problem-solver, prepared to engage with the detail of issues and to use initiative to overcome challenges
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Sympathetic to the objectives of a membership organisation which undertakes philanthropic and charitable activity, principally in the Education sector.

Other considerations

• The principal place of work is Haberdashers’ Hall. Some attendance at the office is expected, with remote working to be discussed

Join a dynamic team at a leading educational provider in St Albans

Ivy Rock Partners are thrilled to be working with a leading educational provider in St Albans in search of a financial accountant to join their small yet dynamic team.

This role is technically focused, including tasks such as:
• Support on the annual audit of the financial statements,
• Supporting the implementation of a new financial system in 2025
• Leading month-end tasks, such as balance sheet reconciliation and management accounts
• Preparing quarterly VAT returns
• Supporting the colleges annual budget and forecast preparation.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone with a strong background in both management and financial accounting, who can handle technical tasks and can support the colleges’ financial goals. Sector experience is flexible.  

What’s on offer?

A competitive salary of £50,000-£60,000 FTE, with a fantastic pension, around 30 days of annual leave plus extra time off at Christmas, and hybrid working options. Full-time or part-time (3-4 days a week) positions are available, with 2 days in the office for contract roles and 4 days for full-time roles. The contract is a 12-month FTC with potential for a day rate or permanent position.

If this sounds like a role that would be of interest to you and you’d like to learn more, get in touch with Megan Hunter or Heather Bateman at Ivy Rock Partners.

Your new company
Working with an incredible health charity who support people and their families throughout the UK. This role is working within a very collaborative finance team. The organisation is continuing to grow, which could lead to good prospects for the right person.

Your new role

• Responsible for carrying out monthly balance sheet recs, leading on all trading subsidiary matters, and ensuring tax compliance, including VAT and Corporation Tax, across the organisation.
• Support at year-end, including preparation of the annual report and accounts and assisting with the external audit.
• Produce accurate financial information, manage purchase orders, and collaborate with the Finance Manager and Finance Business Partners.
• + more.

What you'll need to succeed

• Part-qualified / qualified / QBE Accountant with strong Financial Accounting experience.
• Looking for candidates with strong experience with charity accounting, with VAT experience, Charities SORP and can support with year-end stats.
• It is essential to be confident in these areas and can lead in certain matters.
• Strong technical ability and excel skills.

What you'll get in return

• 33 days of annual leave + bank holidays.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay.
• 8% employer contribution or opportunity to continue NHS pension.
• 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors
• Access to wellbeing app (healthy living tips and Bright TV)
• Flexible working options; including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours and more*
• + more

What you need to do now

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Job Title: Management Accountant

Salary: £35,090 per annum – Band E, Level 3 (Inclusive of Market Supplement and Outer London Weighting)

Location: Gilwell Park, Chingford, London (with hybrid working at least two days in the office at Gilwell Park)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 35
 

We’re looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Management Accountant to join our friendly finance team. In this role, you’ll prepare accurate management accounts, support financial planning and forecasting, and provide insightful reporting for key stakeholders like the Exec Team and Trustees.

You’ll handle variance analysis, support audits, improve systems, and help with month-end processes. If you’re passionate about collaborating with others, simplifying finance, and driving better decision-making, we’d love to hear from you!

Key responsibilities

• Management Reporting & Financial Planning: Prepare accurate management accounts, support budgets and forecasts, and develop performance reports for stakeholders.
• Financial Analysis & Insight: Build and maintain financial models to support strategic decisions and business planning.
• Accounting & Compliance: Assist with statutory accounts, audits, month-end processes, accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Systems & Process Improvement: Manage and enhance financial systems, ensuring data accuracy and streamlining workflows.
• Collaboration & Training: Work across the finance team, support projects, and train budget holders on financial tools.

What we're looking for in our Management Accountant

• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to present complex topics simply and effectively to support decision-making.
• A proactive, empathetic team player with strong change management skills, who works well with others to tackle challenges and achieve outcomes.
• Part-qualified in accountancy (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, AAT, or equivalent) with experience in complex financial environments and advanced use of computerised finance systems.
• Able to adapt and work successfully within an evolving culture.
• Committed to the development of young people and to the values of Scouting.

What we offer in return:

We are an award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations across the country. We prepare young people with skills for life, we believe that hard works pays off and always invest in our staff, becoming Investor in People Gold 2022.

For a full list of our benefits click .

Click ‘Apply’ now to apply for this fantastic role!!!!!!

Closing date for applications: 23:59pm Sunday 12 January 2025.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 21st and Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at Gilwell Park.

The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.

Strictly no agencies

Blue Marine Foundation aims to restore the ocean to health. Building on over a decade of experience, Blue Marine is securing the creation of marine protected areas, establishing models of sustainable fishing, restoring habitats, tackling overfishing and connecting people with the sea.

Blue Marine has an exciting new opportunity for a Project Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. This new team member will support the Senior Project Accountant and wider Blue Marine team with project budget reporting, working directly with project managers to ensure the accuracy of the budget reports and to assist the project team with budget queries.  The role will also involve working closely with the fundraising team for financial reporting to donors and budget planning for new funding proposals. 

Role and Responsibilities 

Supporting the Senior Project Accountant, you will:

· Monitor expenditure against budget reports for accuracy, resolving inconsistencies or mis-postings in the source        system MS Dynamics Business Central.

· Monitor committed costs against budget.

· Regularly meet with around 10 project managers to review budgets of over 50 projects, with specific on focus on a number of strategic priority projects. 

· Assist project managers with ad-hoc budget queries.

· Identify and flag potential queries (such as expected under/overspend, run rate, incorrect staff time allocations) to relevant colleagues.

· Assist fundraising team with periodic financial reporting to donors and generating budgets for new donor proposals.

· Maintain appropriate filing and assist in collation of evidence for annual audit.

· Contribute ideas for process and efficiency improvements.

· Any other ad-hoc duties as specified by the Senior Project Accountant.

Personal specification

The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to build and interrogate project budgets.  You will become a trusted colleague to the finance team, project managers and fundraising team, known for your integrity, helpful nature and clear communication of financial information.  You will have an ability to discern meaning from financial data, to ask key questions to understand the situation, and to use your initiative to support your colleagues in reaching a solution. You may be interested in, begun, or have completed studies towards an accountancy qualification, in which case Blue Marine will provide financial support towards further studies.

Skills and Experience

· Working towards an accountancy qualification such as; CIMA/ACCA/equivalent, or otherwise able to evidence substantial experience in budget management.  This experience could be from running your own business, helping to manage major projects, or through working with multiple budgets in an otherwise dynamic environment.

· Strong MS Office skills in Excel and Outlook.

· Excellent written, numerate and verbal communications skills.

Qualities

· Interested in the conservation of the environment and the oceans.

· Polite and cheerful can-do attitude.

· Able to discern meaning from financial data and critically analyse a situation.

· Able to communicate financial matters in a clear and concise manner.

· Thorough attention to detail and accuracy.

· Self-motivated, able to work on own initiative and with a hands-on approach.

· Able to prioritise and deal effectively with a busy workload.

· Honest and discreet when dealing with personal and confidential information.

· Able to learn quickly and adapt to developing processes and systems.

Project Accountant
Canterbury, Kent
£21,010 pa plus excellent benefits (£35,017 FTE)
21 hours per week
Fixed-term contract from January 2025 until December 2025 

The Project Accountant is a very important role for the organisation as you will be responsible for overseeing our strategic projects, ensuring that sufficient funds are available for planned project expenditure within the Diocese.

As Project Accountant you will manage the restricted funds of the Diocese, preparing monthly reports and year end schedules whilst proactively reviewing the portfolio of restricted funds to ensure full utilisation against unrestricted expenditure. You will also prepare forecasts for project income, expenditure and cashflow, whilst analysing all project expenditure and providing detailed commentary on material variances against project budget.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will support the team in the planning, preparation and delivery of statutory reports, publications, internal and external audits, and the Annual Report and Accounts.

It is expected that you will proactively challenge and improve processes to ensure that currently held information meets the audit standard.

Degree qualified or with a professional accountancy, finance or related qualification (ideally ACCA or CIMA), you will have experience in year-end schedule preparation and project report writing.

With the ability to interpret financial entries to understand the nature of the financial transactions, you should have excellent problem-solving abilities and be proactive in reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and clearing/or allocating balances.

Your thorough understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements will ensure you are able to propose improvements to financial procedures and operations.

An advanced knowledge and understanding of Excel, including pivot tables, sumif/sumifs and vlookups along with a detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy and completeness in financial records and reports, are essential.

To be a person in sympathy with the mission and ethos of the Christian Church, the Church of England, the Diocese of Canterbury and the vision and values of our church schools, would be desirable.

Canterbury Diocese is the oldest diocese in England, stretching from Maidstone to Thanet, the Isle of Sheppey to the Romney Marsh. We have 350 miles of coastline with historic ports and seaside resorts, alongside rural communities, market towns and commuter-belt urban developments. Affluent areas often sit alongside pockets of major deprivation, offering an exciting and challenging mission context. 

At the heart of all we do is a vision of transformation for ourselves and our communities: no one can encounter God and remain unchanged. In the Diocese of Canterbury, we want to increasingly become a Christian community transformed through encounter with Christ, growing and overflowing to transform and bless the families, homes and communities we serve: Changed Lives, Changing Lives.

Closing date: 5 January 2025

The Assistant Accountant role supports the Finance Transactions Manager leading the month end close process, posting journals, reconciling accounts, enhancing systems, processes and ad hoc project work, this role ensures we have timely, accurate financial information to support robust monthly reporting for both Trussell & associated entities. Utilising system knowledge, working with business systems across the organisation and reconciling back to the finance system to provide integrity to the accounts and enable comparative analysis across systems.

About us

The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity established in 2017, managing over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats, historic buildings, and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These include Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, and more.

We also manage other important public spaces such as Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens, making these iconic green spaces some of the most visited attractions in the UK, with 77 million visits annually.

We are now looking for an Assistant Accountant to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 36 hours per week.

The Benefits

• Salary of £32,666 - £36,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus study support
• 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years’ service
• Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)
• Hybrid/agile working options
• Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Offices in a beautiful location

This is a unique opportunity for a versatile accounting professional with experience with working in a small/medium finance team, to elevate their career with our prestigious organisation.

Here, your growth matters and you will discover dedicated study support and plenty of chances for professional development. What’s more, we will offer you a clear path to enhance your financial expertise, within a setting that will enable you to make a meaningful impact that reaches beyond the numbers.

Enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid role, you will discover an array of perks that will keep you motivated, inspired and thriving every day. So, if you’re ready to showcase your skills, grow professionally and support green spaces across London, read on and apply today!

The Role

As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a key supporting role in the financial health of The Royal Parks.

Specifically, you will assist with financial reporting, control, and compliance activities, focusing on areas such as the annual statutory accounts, VAT reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations, as well as supporting with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities.

Working alongside the Financial Accountant, you’ll support the completion of year-end accounts, contribute to audit processes, and help maintain efficient financial transaction procedures.

Additionally, you will:

• Update and manage the Fixed Asset and Grant Registers
• Coding invoices and raising POs for the Finance department (e.g. insurance)
• Suggest and help implement improvements to finance policies and processes

About You

To be considered as an Assistant Accountant, you will need

• Experience working within a small to medium-sized finance team
• Basic understanding of double-entry bookkeeping
• A quick learning approach to new systems and processes
• A finance and/or accounting degree, apprenticeship, AAT qualification, ACA/ACCA part qualification, or relevant experience

Other organisations may call this role Junior Accountant, Accounts Junior, Bookkeeper, or Finance Officer.

The Royal Parks are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

Would you like to work with an organisation that has been supporting local communities and providing a unified voice at the highest levels of government for over 160 years?

I am looking for an Assistant Accountant to join a Finance Team team in London, currently working in the office 3 days per week and 2 days WFH.

Benefits:

• 20 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• 5% contributory pension scheme
• Season Ticket Loan

Your everyday duties will include:

• Assisting in the preparation of financial statements and liaising with auditors
• Handling queries from clubs, branches, suppliers, and customers, ensuring proper accounting procedures
• Monitoring and reconciling the bank accounts, advising on cash flow issues
• Assisting with the running of the payroll systems
• AP, AR & provision of assistance to the department and Accountant.

Your skills and experience will include:

• Proficiency in bookkeeping and financial accounting
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in an accounting position
• Competency in Excel, experienced with VLOOKUPS, Pivot tables and formulas and a keen eye for detail
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Sage Payroll is a plus

If you are ready to contribute to a historic and influential organisation, apply now to The closing date for applications is 30th December.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Goodman Masson are partnered with The Scouts Association to recruit for their new Management Accountant.

The Scouts are a national UK charity that actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

Day to day duties include:

• Preparation high quality, fit for purpose, accurate and timely consolidated management accounts including commentary, and key performance indicators
• Support the revenue, capital and cash financial planning process
• Develop reports for monitoring of performance for a range of stakeholders
• Complete detailed variance analysis and collect meaningful commentaries
• Continually improve how finances are communicated to a range of stakeholders
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision making
• Support the preparation of annual statutory accounts in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Complete monthly reconciliation of allocated balance sheet accounts

Essentials:

• Part Qualified Accountant/Active studier
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Ability to present financial information to various stakeholders

Application deadline closes on the 12^th January 2025 therefore please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered.

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

We are working with a leading Membership Organisation to recruit for an interim Financial Accountant on a contract basis. The role will be responsible for assisting various smaller branches in completing their external audit and signing off financial returns.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Assisting Branch managers carry out the external audit and complete year end
• Managing the month end close processes and performing balance sheet reconciliations for particular smaller branches
• Reviewing the year-end trial balances and analysing key variances with previous years to identify potential omissions
• Supporting the Branch Managers to manage the external audit process, undertaking a project management style approach to managing relevant task lists / audit queries and outstanding items
• Managing the month end timetable to ensure deadlines are met
• Ensuring all journals are uploaded into the finance system for approval in compliance with the journals policy and month end deadlines
• Managed the fixed asset register and VAT returns for each branch
• Reporting to the Senior Audit Manager and sitting within the Audit team

Ideal candidate profile:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)
• Prior experience of assisting during audit for smaller entities / branches
• Strong financial accounting and year end experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels

Agency reference number: J85722

Location: Central London

Duration: 3-4 months with a chance to extend

Rate: £325 per day paid via Umbrella company (inside ir35) 

Working hours:  Full time - Hybrid (3 days on site / 2 days from home)

Working pattern: 35 hours a week

Start: ASAP

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Calvert people

Our business is all about people and as such our staff are super important to us. We have crafters, book worms, mountain bikers, cooks, runners, gamers, movie buffs, dancers and everything in-between. Family people, single people, couples and happy and caring people. Whilst working with us you can be guaranteed to find individuals with similar interests and make friends for life.

Who are we?

We are Calvert Exmoor; a registered charity providing stimulating, exciting and accessible breaks and activities for children, adults, families and groups with disabilities. We also provide school break programmes and run a community swimming pool and Riding for the Disabled Equestrian Centre. We take a unique and person-centred approach to assist our guests along their journey to a more confident and empowered self, with our specially adapted centre and amazing staff team providing an inclusive attitude and atmosphere for all. At Calvert Exmoor, we prove that it’s what you CAN do that counts! In the summer of 2024, Calvert Exmoor ran an incredibly successful fundraising appeal which achieved outstanding results. The charity has huge support, and this success will cement an exciting and long-term sustainable future for the centre. You’re welcome to join us at this very exciting time! 

The role of Senior Management Accountant

Overview

As Senior Management Accountant at Calvert Exmoor you will be required to reduce the complexity of and deliver accurate financial reporting, supply information to relevant financial bodies, assist the Finance Manager with streamlining existing processes and ensure that the finance function can continue to run effectively at all times.

Key responsibilities

• To oversee the production and audit of the Annual Financial Statements
• To assist the Centre Director wherever possible in ensuring compliance with all financial bodies.
• To oversee and support the preparation of the annual and monthly budgets and forecasts.
• To deliver change management through the finance function, including system processes and methodology to streamline the function and eliminate any inefficiencies.
• To work with the Finance Manager and income generating teams to ensure that the routine reporting system is automated wherever possible.
• Develop and monitor financial performance through KPIs and forward-looking reporting. 
• To review reports where appropriate, comment on performance against budget and provide explanation for variances and recommendations where possible.
• To coordinate and be a key point of contact amongst with regards to all aspects of insurance.
• Deliver ad hoc financial modelling.
• To have sufficient knowledge of the day-to-day systems and processes to be able to stand in for the Finance Manager for short periods.
• Lead and manage the Finance Manager including regular performance and development reviews.

What you will need

• CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent or qualified by experience to the higher level
• The ability to analyse complex financial information and provide insights
• The ability to interpret and present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• A strong understanding of UK charity law, tax regulations, and financial compliance
• Proficiency in Excel, financial accounting systems, and software
• Knowledge and experience of using Sage is desirable
• The desire to simplify processes to improve business performance
• Proven experience in financial process improvement
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• Experience of working within the charity sector

Some amazing benefits

• As well as the chance to become part of an incredibly inspiring organisation and a great team, we can offer passionate people like you several benefits including:
• Speedy response to all applicants
• Option of a site visit prior to application to see who we are, what we’re about and meet the teams
• A collaborative and friendly work environment
• Working in an environment that actively promotes personal development
• Free on-site parking
• Beautiful location, with immediate walks around the reservoir
• 29 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with length of service increase
• Death in service benefit
• Plus, the chance to make a real difference in the work you do

Location

Situated at the edge of Wistlandpound Reservoir, among beautiful pine forests and rippling streams, our fully accessible centre offers high quality facilities and professionally adaptive accommodation, all nestled within the rolling hills of Devon’s Exmoor National Park.

Our hiring process

You’ve found this ad, and it’s piqued your interest, what’s next…

• Get in touch – send us, a copy of your CV, a covering letter detailing why you’d like to work at Calvert Exmoor and details of 2 referees, who should be your most recent or present employers where possible. Referees will not be contacted until a job offer has been made.
• If it looks like you might have what we are looking for we’ll be in touch with a copy of the job description and an interview invite.

Job type:  Part-time 2-3 days per week, permanent or fixed-term contract considered

Start date:Immediate start

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 pa pro rata

Location: This is an office-based role working from Wistlandpound, Kentisbury, Barnstaple EX31 4SJ.

No agencies please.

Calvert Exmoor complies with the Equality Act 2010. We believe in fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting diversity in our employment practices. We do not discriminate in employment based on ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, marital status, medical history, parental status, gender or pregnancy.

Please inform us of any adjustments that may need to be taken into consideration prior to a telephone call or visit to the site.

All our roles require either an enhanced or basic DBS check relevant to the role.

Senior Management Accountant

Location: London/Hybrid
Department: Finance
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 35
Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 per annum - skills and experience dependant

Providing financial partnering and support for one of the UK’s leading Social Investment Groups.

Big Issue Group is searching for a Senior Management Accountant to provide full financial business partnering to our investment function – Big Issue Invest.

The role sits within the finance team and helps align the financial requirements of Big Issue Invest with the overall strategy of the Big Issue Group, alongside providing bespoke support to the Invest function.

You will create and provide management information for multiple management accounts and help to shape strategy to enable informed and effective decision making.

You will be ACA/ACCA qualified with post qualification experience, have strong budgetary and statutory accounting experience, have a proactive approach and be comfortable with developing and implementing strategy that aligns with group missions.

You will be an important part of enabling Big Issue Invest to provide amore impactful investment offering by empowering them to make fully informed financial decisions and more confidently planning their way forward.

This role is offered as full time and permanent.

For a full job pack including a full list and summary of responsibilities, skills, qualities and experience required for the role, please download from the link below.

Salary and Benefits:

•    Salary £60,000 - £75,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
•    25 days holiday plus bank holidays incrementally increasing with service.
•    Flexible working policy
•    Pension scheme
•    Private Health care cover
•    Enhanced Family benefits
•    On-going learning and development
•    Employee Assistance programme to support your health and wellbeing
•    Blue Light Card benefits scheme

Workplace details:

This role based at the Big Issue Groups Head office in Finsbury Park, London. With Hybrid working available.

Closing date – 26th January 2025 (23:59pm). Please note that we may invite suitable candidates for interview before the closing date. So please apply asap. 

Big Issue Group is striving towards Equal Opportunities. We particularly welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our sector, such as women in senior roles, and people with disabilities and from Black and Minority Ethnic communities. 

Since 1991, the Big Issue has sought to tackle poverty by creating opportunities through enterprise and working with individuals to rebuild their lives. Over time our organisation has grown, extending our mission so the Big Issue Group now consists of The Big Issue Company Ltd, Big Issue Invest Ltd (our social investment arm) and Big Issue Changing Lives Community Interest Company.

REF-218760

A prominent Housing Association that has been going for 20 + years are looking for a Year-End Accountant to join their collaborative, passionate team.

The organisation provides affordable, safe homes, predominantly across Oxford. They put a strong emphasis on tenant and worker satisfaction, resulting in an environment that is enjoyable and provides opportunities to grow and develop.

Role:

• Preparation of statutory accounts and liaising with external auditors
• Maintaining the accuracy of the balance sheet
• Preparation of audit working papers and helping with accruals, prepayments and Trial Balances
• Knowledge of Management Accounts / Business Plans desirable but not essential

Requirements:

• Experience of Year-End Accounts within a Housing Association
• Technically strong and the ability to work relatively independently
• Strong initiative, curiosity and drive with the ability to work to deadlines and maintain high attention to detail
• To be highly numerate and computer literate with strong excel skills

Please apply if you are an experienced Financial Accountant from a Housing background looking for an opportunity to support with Year End.

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.