Full job descriptionA prestigious, world-renowned professional membership body and educational charity is seeking a Financial Accountant to join them. This is a pivotal role that balances technical reporting, tax compliance, and systems development within a complex group structure.
This is a great opportunity for an ACA qualified auditor currently working in practice specialising in charity or non profit audits, or someone already operating in a Financial Accountant role within the charity sector.
Key Responsibilities:
*Produce subsidiary accounts and support the Group Financial Reporting Manager with consolidated year-end statements.
*Prepare and submit quarterly group VAT returns and manage relationships with external tax advisors and HMRC.
*Act as the functional administrator for the finance system, driving improvements and providing staff training.
*Administer investment portfolios, scholarship programmes, and fund accounting.
*Lead and develop a Finance Administrator, specifically providing mentorship through their apprenticeship programme.
*Manage the fixed asset register, intercompany reconciliations, and lead on cash flow monitoring.
Essential Requirements:
*ACCA, ACA or CIMA Qualified Accountant
*Experience auditing charities or non profits in an audit role OR in a similar role within a charity or membership organisation.
*Experience overseeing VAT, including partial exemptions.
*Experience managing payroll, pensions and balance sheet reconciliations.
Salary is £55,000 + Benefits. Central London based with hybrid working.
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis with interviews being set up immediately. Please apply with your CV ASAP to ensure you are considered.