We are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join our client's Finance and Services Division. You will be responsible for delivering strategic financial leadership, managing accounts, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role offers the chance to contribute to the organisation's mission by ensuring robust financial management and supporting decision-making through accurate reporting and analysis.
Client Details
Our client is a renowned global organisation committed to achieving impactful change through humanitarian initiatives. The finance division plays a pivotal role in supporting their global operations, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Description
- Manage and ensure the accurate recording of payables, receivables, and general ledger entries for both national and international operations.
- Lead the month-end financial procedures and journal authorisation according to set timelines.
- Oversee the preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations and manage financial reporting for the group and subsidiaries.
- Lead the development of financial analysis, providing insights that support the organisation's strategic objectives.
- Manage financial controls, ensuring adherence to internal policies and external reporting regulations, including compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS standards.
- Support and liaise with auditors during year-end and interim audits, ensuring timely resolution of queries.
- Provide financial advice to departments and stakeholders, ensuring cross-charging and reconciliation of costs are completed accurately and efficiently.
- Drive process improvements in reporting standards, treasury management, and overall financial operations across the organisation.
- Ensure financial statements are compliant with regulatory standards, including SORP and FRS 102, and provide ad-hoc reports to management as needed.
- Support staff and volunteers with financial training and guidance where necessary.
Profile
The Successful Applicant Should Have:
- ACA, ACCA, or another relevant accounting qualification. Part-qualified candidates with 5-10 years of charity finance experience will also be considered.
- Strong knowledge of Charities SORP, external audits, and UK accounting standards.
- Proven experience in process improvements and implementing innovative financial solutions.
- Advanced Excel skills and solid technical accounting knowledge, including financial modelling.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills, able to meet deadlines under pressure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach and mentor others.
- A proactive, self-motivated attitude and experience in managing teams.
- Empathy with the values, and a commitment, to the organisation and it's mission.
Job Offer
- A competitive salary ranging from £40,405 to £51,310 per annum.
- Opportunity for professional development and career growth within a globally recognised organisation
- Service related pension scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Health Care Cash Plan.
- On-site Car Parking.
With an inclusive company culture and a commitment to work-life balance, this is a fantastic opportunity for a Financial Accountant seeking to make a difference within the Not For Profit sector. Apply today for a rewarding and fulfilling career!