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Volunteer Accountant – Immediate Start (ASAP)

Organisation: Mariam Josie Foundation
Location: Remote / Flexible
Job Type: Volunteer (Unpaid)
Start Date: Immediate – ASAP

About Us

The Mariam Josie Foundation is a UK-registered charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and communities in The Gambia. Our mission is to improve access to education, provide nutritious meals and essential resources, and create opportunities for children facing poverty and disadvantage.

We believe that education is a fundamental right, not a privilege, and we’re working to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children who need support.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a passionate, reliable and organised Volunteer Accountant to join our growing foundation.

As we expand our charitable activities, we are looking for someone who can help us strengthen our financial processes, maintain accurate records and ensure that our finances are managed responsibly and transparently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records, including donations, income and expenditure.
• Support bookkeeping and financial reporting.
• Assist with preparing annual accounts and financial statements.
• Help monitor budgets and track charitable spending.
• Provide guidance on financial procedures and charity accounting requirements.
• Support financial documentation for grant and funding applications.

Who We’re Looking For

Ideally, you will have:

• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping or financial management.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of UK charity accounting or a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.
• A genuine interest in supporting charitable causes and making a difference.

Accounting students, graduates and experienced professionals are welcome to express their interest.

Why Volunteer With Us?

This is an unpaid volunteering opportunity, but one that offers the chance to make a meaningful impact.

By joining us, you will:

• Contribute directly to a charity supporting children and communities in The Gambia.
• Gain valuable experience in charity finance and the nonprofit sector.
• Help shape the financial foundations of a growing organisation.
• Develop your professional network and strengthen your CV.
• Receive a professional reference based on your contribution.

Most importantly, your time and expertise will help us direct more resources towards children who need them.

Join us in building a future where every child has access to education, opportunity and hope.