Financial Accountant Jobs

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

SOAS University of London 
Financial Accounting Manager
Salary: £50,999 - £59,809
Permanent, Full-time
Hybrid working, 1 day a week in the office
Closest stations Goodge street or Euston station

At the heart of global education and cultural understanding, SOAS University of London has long been a beacon of academic excellence, specialising in the study of Asia, Africa, and the Near and Middle East. Since its founding in 1916, SOAS has inspired generations through its unique focus on global cultures, fostering knowledge, diversity, and cross-cultural understanding. SOAS University of London is dedicated to reimagining higher education through a bold new strategic plan that emphasises student responsiveness, research intensity, and innovative international partnerships. This vision positions SOAS to address global challenges through transnational collaboration and knowledge exchange.

This is a newly created role offering a unique opportunity for an experienced finance professional to shape the position while leading a knowledgeable and dedicated team. You will be responsible for the university’s external financial reporting, VAT and corporation tax compliance, and treasury management. Collaborating with teams across Financial Systems, Operations, and Finance Business Partnering, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial excellence.

In this hands-on role, you will manage year-end financial statements, coordinate with auditors, and oversee financial administration for all capital projects, monitoring and reporting on expenditure against budget. This is your opportunity to drive impactful financial leadership within one of the world’s most culturally rich and academically diverse institutions.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Deputy Director of Finance & Procurement, the Financial Accounting Manager's key responsibilities will:

• To assist the Deputy Director of Finance and Procurement with the preparation of the School and subsidiary annual financial statements, including compliance with FE/HE SORP and Office for Students' accounts direction.
• To prepare the School's quarterly VAT and annual corporation tax returns
• To monitor the School's cash position and prepare regular cash flow statements
• To liaise, as appropriate, with the School's external auditors, tax advisors and HMRC representatives
• To contribute to the operation and development of the School's financial IT system (Agresso) and other finance systems, in particular assisting with the development of financial reports. 
• To ensure the integrity and completeness of the financial ledgers for monthly, quarterly and year end accounts
• To co-ordinate the financial administration of all capital projects and monitor and report on expenditure against budget
• To assist the Deputy Director of Finance and Procurement with the appraisal of capital projects, investments and other projects.
• To assist in the preparation of the School's financial forecast, with specific responsibility for forecasting the School's structure of assets and liabilities
• To ensure that financial systems, regulations, procedures and controls are in place to safeguard assets and meet the School's internal and external reporting obligations

Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an experienced finance professional who combines strategic insight with operational expertise. You will have:

• A formally qualified accountant 
• Relevant and appropriate experience in finance and management obtained in a complex organisation
• An excellent communicator who is able to influence at all levels within the organisation
• Ability to work on own initiative, assess priorities and be proactive.
• Experience working in Higher education or similar setting desirable

SOAS University of London is fully open to sector experience. As such we welcome candidates from industry, charity or practice backgrounds.

SOAS University of London are happy to partner with Allen Lane and Iain Slinn in the recruitment for this role. For a further discussion, please reach out to Iain

We are looking for a Financial Controller to join the National Theatre Finance Team.

The Financial Controller has responsibility for ensuring the National Theatre, and its subsidiaries’ statutory accounting processes, controls and records are managed in accordance with professional standards while being responsive to the needs of the Theatre.  The post holder will seek to develop systems to ensure that the Finance Department provide an efficient and secure service to internal and external users.

The successful candidate will have the following: 

• A professional chartered accountancy qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent) and proven post qualification experience.

• Good working knowledge and experience of financial reporting and preparation of statutory accounts, including dealing with multi-currency ledgers.

• Good working knowledge of taxation issues (particularly Corporation Tax, Income Tax, NI, and VAT) and the ability to broaden that knowledge as required.

• A good working knowledge and recent experience of the use of information technology in financial management and the ability to apply that experience to develop and improve the finance systems at the National Theatre.

• Proven experience of leading, managing and developing staff

If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!

Working with us will give you...

• Complimentary staff tickets for shows and backstage tours, subject to availability and policy

• 25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 with length of service (plus bank holidays)

• Training and Development Programme via e-learning platform, and specialist in-person training relating to role

• Hybrid and flexible working, subject to agreement and policy

• Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership

• Generous sick pay

• Family-friendly employer – we are a member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (PiPA)

• Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST

• Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy

• On-site staff canteen and social facilities

• On-site Occupational Health support

• In-House Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisors providing workplace counselling and support

• Wellbeing programme of events including mental health awareness, financial wellbeing, skills sharing and opportunities to get active

• Exclusive staff talks to hear more about NT productions, past and present, from some of the world’s leading practitioners

• Discounted access to NT at Home

• Volunteer Leave – paid day a year to volunteer for your chosen charity

• Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafes, restaurants, and bookshop, as well as in local businesses (from Wagamama to gyms, on and around the South Bank)

• Access to retailer discounted gift cards and a cash-back-on-spending card

Please note

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Sunday 5th January 2025 at 12pm

We support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies.

People Department 2024

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.

Are you a qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA or overseas equivalent) with an excellent understanding of all thing’s financial management? Then join Shelter as Head of Financial Planning and Analysis and you could soon be playing a leading role at the heart of our Finance team, overseeing our budgets, forecasts and financial analysis.

About the role 

As leader of the FP&A Team, the Head of FP&A is accountable for the provision of financial information and expert insight to enable effective, strategic decision-making throughout Shelter. They play a key role in the delivery of Shelter’s strategy by helping ensure that resources are being utilised in the right way and the organisation is financially sustainable in the long term. To do this, they combine their technical expertise and strong business acumen with excellent leadership and relationship management skills. 

About you 

For this role we are looking for you to have a strong understanding of strategically aligned financial planning and experience of leading a team in financial planning exercises. You will be professionally qualified in accountancy. Additionally, we would like you to have experience of financial modelling, and it’d be even better if you also have knowledge and experience of financial planning software and PowerBI.

Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, Blue Light Card discounts, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. 

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

About the team 

Shelter’s Finance Team sits within the Strategy Enablement Directorate, which also includes HR Operations, Technology and Data, and Governance, Planning and Property. The Finance Team consists of 30 people led by the Assistant Director of Finance.

The Head of Financial Planning and Analysis leads the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Team and reports to the Assistant Director of Finance. FP&A produces financial reports and analysis, provides expert advice, and enables collaboration to support effective decision making throughout the charity.

Any applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

 About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

Safeguarding statement 

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. 

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

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

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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The Head of Finance Operations, reporting to the Director of Finance, will ensure the provision of consistent, robust and accurate financial data to the organisation on a timely basis. In addition, you will provide effective leadership of the financial accounting and payroll teams and be responsible for the integrity of the organisation’s financial data.

The role holder will lead the preparation of the annual accounts and will be the primary liaison point with the external auditors. You will maintain robust financial controls, high standards of delivery service and regulatory compliance across the finance function.

Role Requirements:

Oversight of the Financial accounting and payroll functions with responsibility for ensuring delivery of service, compliance, and accurate financial data.

• Proactive leadership across the Financial Accounting and Payroll teams.
• Performance manage the team and the processes to achieve these targets.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between the Financial Operations team and the Charity’s other directorates.
• Maintain and improve a system of robust financial controls, underpinned by appropriate financial policies and procedures, to ensure that effective working practices are embedded, and that the organisation is protected from fraud and error.
• Oversee the continued process improvement initiative working across Finance and linking with the other directorates
• Prepare and monitor the cash flow of the organisation, ensuring that working capital is managed effectively and surplus funds are invested in conjunction with the investment committee. 
• Arrange and conduct financial training for budget holders to enable them to fulfil their responsibilities in relation to financial management.
• Responsible for the statutory audit of the charity's Trustees' Report & Accounts in accordance with current legislation and accounting standards.
• Undertake the correct calculation and submission of all necessary tax returns including quarterly VAT returns
• Oversee the payroll team to ensure correct calculation and payment of all payroll and pension.
• To undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time.

Management of self and others

• Lead the Financial accounting and Payroll teams in the provision of high-quality services and adherence to professional quality standards.
• Ensure that the teams are fit for purpose and up to date with best practice working methods.
• Manage, support, develop and motivate the teams, celebrating success and ensuring appropriate recognition.

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.

What will you be doing:

Ensuring that all financial transactions are accurately recorded, and that financial controls and procedures are in place to safeguard the charity's assets. This role also plays a key part in providing strategic financial guidance to senior leadership and supporting the charity's growth and development.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Financial Management & Reporting

  • Prepare timely, accurate, and comprehensive financial reports, including monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, balance sheets, and income statements.
  • Lead the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget in consultation with senior management, ensuring alignment with the charity’s goals and objectives.
  • Provide detailed financial analysis to senior leadership, highlighting variances, trends, and forecasts that could impact the charity’s financial health.

• Financial Control & Compliance

  • Oversee the charity’s accounting systems and processes, ensuring they are efficient, accurate, and compliant with charity law, accounting standards, and internal policies.
  • Implement and maintain strong internal financial controls to protect the charity’s assets, minimize risk, and ensure proper governance.
  • Manage the charity's cash flow to ensure financial stability and the ability to meet operational and project funding needs.
  • Prepare and submit all Office for National Statistics, Charity Commission, Companies House and returns.
  • Audit & Tax: Coordinate the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors and ensuring that all tax filings (e.g., VAT, Corporation Tax, Gift Aid) are submitted on time and in accordance with regulations.

• Grant & Fund Management

  • Ensure that all grants are managed and reported on in accordance with donor requirements, including preparation of grant financial reports and adherence to restricted fund reporting.
  • Oversee the accounting and tracking of restricted funds, ensuring funds are used in compliance with donor specifications.
  • Prepare reporting on funding sources for Trustees, Projects Department including trends to enhance and ensure financial sustainability.

• Team Leadership & Development

  • Supervise and develop a finance team, ensuring high levels of performance, motivation, and professional development.
  • Provide financial training and guidance to non-finance staff to ensure they understand and comply with financial policies and procedures.

• Financial Strategy & Planning

  • Work closely with senior leadership to develop and implement the charity’s financial strategy, supporting long-term sustainability and growth.
  • Provide regular financial forecasts and risk assessments to inform decision-making.

• Educational Background

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • A master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is preferred.

Salary is dependent on skills and experience.

You will be working within our Finance team at our Headquarters in Swindon. This is an office-based role. Any successful candidate will need to be committed to Barnabas Aid’s ethos, statement of faith and aims, and have the right to work in the UK.

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.

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.

Job Summary: As the Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for managing the monthly payroll processes for circa 400 employees in the organisation.

This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organisational skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. You must possess a collaborative team spirit, positive attitude and the desire to build relationships with a range of people. With strong administration skills, you will understand the importance of good planning, organisation and execution in a fast paced environment

Payroll Management:

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Payroll:

• Collaborate with payroll bureau, Moore Pay and People Team to ensure efficient monthly payroll.
• Manage the working relationships with our payroll bureau and People Team colleagues on a daily basis ensuring that communication is clear and relevant information is being provided and collated in a timely manner so that payroll runs efficiently each month.
• Verify trial payroll data for accuracy before submission.
• Generate and distribute payroll reports, including agency and absence rates.
• Perform regular audits of payroll and pension systems.
• Resolve payroll issues and manage statutory payments (SSP, Maternity, Paternity).
• Ensure HR data is up-to-date through monthly audits.
• Maintain accurate pay records and systems in accordance with financial accounting requirements and HMRC guidelines.
• Collate and check trial payroll information such as absence data and employee information, prior to the submission of the monthly payroll to ensure accuracy and minimise pay related issues.
• Produce and distribute pay reports including use of resources such as agency and bank workers and absence rates.
• Provide checks and balances function for payroll and pensions processes through regular systems audits and checking source data with systems data.
• Be first point of contact for employees and resolve any issues in a timely manner.
• Manage the administration of statutory payments, SSP, Maternity and Paternity Pay ensuring that calculations are accurate and notified to payroll.
• Work with the People Team to ensure that HR Data and people records are maintained to high standard and up to date through a monthly audit process.
• Process P45s efficiently.

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

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.