Senior Financial Accountant

London Permanent £47,000 - £53,000 per year View Job Description
Candidates will lead the production of Annual Accounts for the Charity and its subsidiaries and oversee the wider Financial Accounting Team. You'll also act as the subject matter expert on technical accounting, tax, and internal controls, liaising with auditors and advisors.
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About Our Client

This organisation is a well-established not-for-profit entity based in London.

Job Description

  • Accountable for the efficient and accurate production of the Annual Accounts, acting as a key contact to the Auditors and Governance Team
  • Continuously develop and keep up-to-date with current regulations to act as subject matter expert on tax, audit and technical accounting queries
  • Ensure that the charity meets internal and external reporting targets such as VAT returns, Gift Aid Returns, etc.
  • Review financial risks and be responsible for the improvement of internal controls by striving to innovate wherever possible utilising digital technologies where appropriate
  • Support the Head of Financial Operations with the treasury function and provide periodic cash flow forecasts
  • Support the construction and presentation of reports and financial data to the relevant committees



The Successful Applicant

  • A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
  • Strong technical expertise in financial reporting and compliance.
  • Experience within the not-for-profit or charity sector.
  • Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.



*Please note, candidates will not be shortlisted if they have not worked within Not for Profit*

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary in the range of £47,000 to £53000 per annum.
  • Comprehensive benefits package and 25 days annual leave
  • Hybrid working: 2 days in the office
Contact
Sarah Pritchard
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6833178
Phone number
+442072692352

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Accounting
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sarah Pritchard
Consultant phone
+442072692352
Job reference
JN-092025-6833178