Financial Accountant

About Our Client

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.

• 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.

The Successful Applicant

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.

• 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!