We are looking to recruit an additional Senior Financial Accountant to join our team and help deliver financial accounting to the Age UK Group.

This role requires someone with experience of working within the charity sector and have the knowledge and skills to work confidently within a charity regulatory environment.

You will have a hands-on approach to work and a keen interest in developing accounting systems, looking for new ways to enhance productivity and reporting.

About you

• A qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)
• Previous experience of working within charity or non-profit sector essential
• An interest in, and practical experience of, the technical issues of financial accounting in a non-profit organisation including the regulatory and tax environment.
• A confident communicator, both verbally and written.
• An ability to prepare and occasionally present papers for board and other senior meetings
• Experience of confidently developing and enhancing financial systems

What we offer in return

* Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme.
* Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Simply Health cashback plan and EAP.
* Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan.
* Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
* Discount on Gym Membership and Go Sweat Fitness & Wellbeing Benefit.
* You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

For a full list of benefits please click here https://www.ageuk.org.uk/about-us/jobs/employee-benefits/

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria. We welcome requests for flexible working.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Senior Management Accountant (Science & Projects)

Kew Gardens, Richmond, Wakehurst, West Sussex

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.

We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.

Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi.

 In this role, your responsibilities will include:

- Supporting all financial aspects of Kew’s varied portfolio of grant-funded research projects, providing knowledge and expertise on the preparation, submission, monitoring and reporting of grant-funded project budgets.

- Supporting on the provision of monthly management accounts, forecasting and budgeting for Kew’s Science Directorate which has an annual budget of around £20m.

- Working collaboratively on funding proposals with colleagues across Kew, including within the Science and Fundraising directorates, and liaising with external funding bodies as required.

- The critical review and monitoring of business cases, project budgets and forecasts.

With proven experience of funded project accounting, you will be part of a team of 4 delivering on the section’s objectives. You will have a track record of providing a professional and supportive interface with non-Finance colleagues across a diverse organisation. Knowledge of project accounting is essential, and some experience of working with external funders across the research sector would be desirable.

Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

If you are interested in this position, please visit our website for more information and to apply.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

Closing Date 15/08/2021

No agencies please.

This role is based at Kew or Wakehurst, with the option of regular home working (2-3 days per week, subject to operational requirements).

This post is subject to a Standard DBS check.

This is a key and varied role in the finance department, supporting budget holders across the organisation on budget preparation and reporting on financial performance against budget, as well as leading on the accounting for Glyndebourne Enterprises Ltd. This role reports to the Finance Director and works alongside the Head of Finance.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Management accounts - Preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts for Directors and Heads of Department.

• Budgets and forecasts - Supporting the Finance Director and Heads of Departments with budget preparation, regular reforecasts, and development of the budget and forecast processes.

• Financial analysis - Preparation of financial analyses as required, including annual return on investments in productions.

• Glyndebourne Enterprises Ltd (GEL) - To lead on the financial accounting and record-keeping for GEL, coordinating with the Head of Finance on finance processes and with support from one of the Finance Assistants. To build and maintain relationships with non-finance teams and colleagues in the areas of Retail/shop, Art, and Production sale/hire to ensure timely and accurate financial records with regular reconciliations to non-finance systems.

• Finance business partnering - In addition to working closely with the Retail, Art and Production sale/hire teams as part of the lead finance role for GEL, to build and maintain the same relationships with the Learning & Engagement department to review project finances. 

• Membership and Development (M&D) - To maintain financial records relating to M&D, including the New Generation Programme (NGP). This includes monthly income reconciliations between the finance system and the M&D database, and bank reconciliations for the dedicated M&D and NGP bank accounts. Alongside the Head of Finance, to be one of two department members with responsibility for processing regular direct debit instructions to collect memberships and donations.

• Year end and audit - To prepare the annual statutory accounts and supporting financial analyses for GEL and to lead on provision of information to the auditors of GEL. To lead on key year end analysis and calculations for the wider group, including the annual management recharge from Glyndebourne Productions to GEL, theatre tax relief claims, and NGP grants. 

• Environmental reporting - Collating monthly meter readings from the Building Services team and providing information on the Wind Turbine to relevant providers to facilitate timely receipt of government subsidies. Tracking information on waste management and recycling, to feed into carbon footprint reporting for Arts Council and Companies House.

• Statutory reporting - Assisting with preparation of information for statutory returns as required for Arts Council England, Companies House, Office for National Statistics and other bodies.

• Team cover - To ensure that appropriate members of the team are suitably briefed and trained to undertake the above responsibilities in the absence of the Management Accountant. To undertake cover for colleagues in the team.

• Other - Other work as required, including ad-hoc project work as agreed with the Finance Director (development of phased forecasts as a current example). 

Other Information

A high degree of confidentiality is essential, particularly in respect of contracts and payments. 

Knowledge, skills and Experience

Essential  

• Demonstrable experience of working within a finance environment and of building and maintaining relationships with non-finance stakeholders

• Suitable qualification - professional accountancy qualification (full or part) ACA/ACCA/CIMA or qualified by experience

• SQL/Crystal report writing skills 

• Good working knowledge of desktop applications, including advanced Excel

• Ability to work extremely accurately with strong analytical skills

• Personable and team player but also self-motivated 

Desirable    

• Familiarity with PS Financials and Tessitura

• Previous experience in a charity or arts environment 

• Interest in the Arts 

Location

Glyndebourne is situated in Lewes, East Sussex. We believe that the Glyndebourne site and what we do here is central to our culture. However, we take a flexible approach to including an element of working from home. More details can be discussed at interview.

Salary Information

We are offering a salary of £35000 - £38000, depending on experience. 

The contractual hours of work are 35 per week. 

Ivy Rock Partners are continuing our partnership with the iconic Royal Albert Hall, supporting the recruitment for a Management Accountant to join their dynamic Financial Planning & Analysis team. With great opportunities for continued progression and development, this role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to join a world-famous organisation in a role with huge potential.

The Royal Albert Hall

For nearly 150 years we have been fulfilling our vision of inspiring artists and audiences worldwide with the magic of the iconic Royal Albert Hall; creating life-enriching, unforgettable experiences for everyone. Hosting 390 events a year in the main auditorium and more than 800 in other smaller spaces, the Royal Albert Hall stands true to its original purpose of promoting the Arts and Sciences.

As a charity, the Hall is dedicated to maintaining the Grade I listed building and giving access to all. The Finance department is a crucial part of all that the Hall does. The Management Accountant role presents a unique opportunity to play a significant part in one of the world’s most famous and successful venues.

The Role

We are seeking a high calibre Management Accountant / Finance Business Partner who will partner with key departments across the Hall to present valuable financial information to assist with strategic decision making. Preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for key divisions within the Hall, the Management Accountant will also ensure the integrity of the numbers and prepare the monthly management accounts.

As a fully or part-qualified accountant with experience of management accounting and analysis, you will be an essential part of the FP&A team and use your financial skills to support decision-making in an organisation looking forward to an exciting period of development. 

The Person

The right candidate will be a creative problem-solver with an outstanding attention to detail when it comes to financial management information. They will be able to show evidence of producing timely management accounts, analysis, budgets, and forecasts and will combine this with a strong technical understanding of finance, comfortable preparing journals and operating in the detail when needed.

The right candidate’s accuracy, persistence and experience will make them a key player in an important role within the Hall’s Finance team. This position would suit part or fully qualified accountants (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA), or those with comparable experience.

Applications will close on the 18th of August. For more information, please get in touch with Kate Marriott at Ivy Rock Partners as applications are being reviewed daily. 

Income Accountant

£38,000 - £42,000

Hybrid Working

Office in London Zone 2

Reporting into the Head of Business Processes

A large, Globally renowned Charity is seeking a Part Qualified or QBE Income Accountant.

Experience of working in a complex multi stream income organisation would be hugely beneficial.

Knowledge of end to end income allocation and processing.

Work closely with relevant teams in Fundraising and Finance to devise and communicate end-to-end financial processes and procedures for the annual fundraising programme.

• Oversee the execution of the fundraising campaign from a Financial perspective, ensuring that income is processed, correctly allocated and reconciled on a timely basis. This will involve working across multiple teams and processes due to the diversified nature of appeal income (e.g. cash collections, on-line donations, corporate income etc.).

• Reconcile income received/ banked to income expected and prepare monthly income accruals for review by the Head of Business Processes and Senior Finance Business Partner.

• Act as the subject matter expert for the Campaigns financial processes, developing a thorough technical knowledge of systems, processes and how data is managed in order to identify and trouble shoot issues.

• Act as the finance representative for new initiatives related to fundraising,  ensuring that we maintain a strong control environment as we change and modernise the way income is raised

Part Qualified or QBE with experience in an organisation with high volume transactions.

• Excellent opportunity to join a dynamic Oxford School in a leadership role
• It will suit a qualified accountant with experience in an academic environment

About Our Client

Founded in 1863, St Edward's is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school in the heart of Oxford for pupils aged 13 to 18 (year 9 to year 13); there are presently 735 pupils, of whom 85% are boarders. Our boy/girl split is 57:43 and overseas pupils make up 15% of our community.

There are 13 boarding Houses, most of which house around 60 pupils from all year groups. The school week includes lessons on Saturday mornings, apart from leave weekends or exeats which occur about every three weeks. The boarding and day arrangements offer flexibility for families: day pupils may leave at 6:30pm or 9:00pm (most opt for the latter), and boarding pupils may choose to go home on Saturdays after sport and other commitments - but with a rich and varied weekend programme, a significant proportion of the boarding community stays in school on Saturday nights.

Pupils take part in a wide range of sports and activities in the afternoons and at weekends. St Edward's has a national reputation for sport: both boys' and girls' teams have been county and regional champions in a variety of sports and at all ages.

Job Description

The key responsibilities of the School Accountant will be:

Budgeting

• Co-ordinating budgets from Heads of Department, preparing the salary budget and preparing the overall School budget
• On a termly basis preparing a revised forecast budget and preparing accounts for the School's Governors
• On a monthly basis forecasting cash flow and monitoring and producing budget reports for Heads of Department
• Dealing with ad hoc budget enquiries and producing reports

Tax Reporting

• Ensuring compliance with new legislation and introducing new systems as necessary
• On a quarterly basis reporting VAT
• On an annual basis reporting Corporation Tax, Gift Aid and information for P11Ds and PSA
• On an ad hoc basis reporting CT61

Annual Accounts and Audit

• Preparing School, SESIL and North Wall Trust accounts and dealing with the requirements of new accounting standards and regulations
• Annual audit

Funds/Investments

• On a monthly basis processing investment income and transactions
• On a monthly basis processing donations via direct debit
• Reconciling bank accounts and Foundation split

Debtors

• Debt chasing and liaison with Veale Wasborough Vizards
• Set up of AUDIT and processing of monthly and termly Direct Debits
• Co-ordinating the annual process of pupil joiners and leavers
• Processing Advance Fees, scholarships and bursaries and Staff bursaries
• On a termly basis reconciling pupil numbers with fees billed

Managing the work of the Accounts Team

• On a weekly basis authorising invoices and expenses and approving the BACS payment
• Authorising Barclaycard/Direct Debit and any one-off payments
• Making same day and international bank transfers
• On a monthly basis reviewing and approving payroll, dealing with online pension submissions and loading ePayslips.
• On an annual basis checking that pay increases have been processed correctly
• Reconciling accounts for debtors, creditors, fixed assets, the North Wall Trust and others.
• On a termly basis overseeing the parent billing process
• Co-ordinating month end procedures.
• Management of the Accounts team including dealing with queries, monitoring workloads, managing performance, assessing training needs etc.

Completion of Returns and Surveys

Annually for:

• Companies House - for the School, SESIL and the North Wall Trust
• The Charity Commission - for the School and the North Wall Trust
• The Financial Conduct Authority
• ISC/Baines Cutler bench-marking survey
• Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCIDSS)
• Office for National Statistics Business Inquiry

Quarterly for Office for National Statistics Capital Statistics return

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate for the School Accountant will be:

• A professionally qualified accountant with demonstrable post qualification experience
• Experience of managing complex budgets within strict budget constraints
• Experience of producing and presenting complex management accounts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong numeracy, analytical, accounting, organisation skills
• Ability to liaise confidently with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Able to take a proactive approach to supporting the needs of colleagues and the school as a whole

What's on Offer

St Edward's will be offering a competitive salary and benefits package with full details to be provided on application.

A full job description will also be provided on application. 

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

Ref Code: MPCYJN0420-212568648Z

We are Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking.

Our mission is to achieve a better walking environment and inspire people to walk more.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated finance professional to join our Finance team in London.

The post holder will possess exceptional organisational, time management skills and excellent system skills.

As a Management Accountant, you will provide comprehensive financial reporting and business partnering service to Living Streets (Charity) and Living Streets Services LTD (Trading arms) to contribute to the success of the organisation.

Living Streets seeks to be an equal opportunities employer and actively pursues diversity in recruitment both in background and skillset. We would particularly welcome applications from BAME background for this role.

Please note should Living Streets receive sufficient applications we may decide to close the application process earlier then the closing date

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 12 August 2021 (midday)

Interview date:  TBC 

Interview location: London Head Office

Management Accountant job on a permanent basis based in Central London

My client is a higher education institution based in Central London. They are looking for a Management Accountant to join on a permanent basis.

Your main duties

• Work flexibly as part of a cross university team to deliver a full and professional management accounting service; ensuring departments operate within the college's financial controls, policies and procedures.
• Build strong working relationships with the Heads of Department and their management teams and with the relevant Head of School or Head of Service (and their deputies), as well as with the rest of the finance department. Attend and contribute to School and Departmental meetings.
• Work with departments to produce their annual budgets, in-year reforecasts and long-term year plans, ensuring they are aligned with targets for revenue, cost and contribution.
• Produce the monthly management accounts for each department and support the central financial reporting team by supplying data and management information in the required format for institutional consolidation.
• Proactively monitor departmental performance against budget and take appropriate action on variances.
• Provide advice to Heads of Departments and their management teams on all matters of financial management.

What do I need?

You will be a qualified accountant with significant management accounting experience gained preferably within the higher education sector. Public sector management accounting experience will be considered. You must be immediately available or on a short notice.

What's on offer?

A salary of up to £53,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits.

What do I need to do now?

Please apply with your CV ASAP.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted themselves out of special measures, they now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which they are continually striving to improve all services for patients.

The vision is for Barts Trust to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to all patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide them in how to work together.

Barts Trust are currently looking to appoint two bright individuals as Finance Manager to join the Finance Costing team to continue the growth of the department. This is a key role within Barts to be a specialist within service line reporting.

They Key Requirements of this role are :

Provide Financial and Statistical analysis and expertise of costing;

Supporting the development of reporting systems for the delivery of complex service line reporting;

Work collaboratively with other finance teams including member within the Financial planning and Strategy team;

The successful candidates will need to be a Fully Qualified or Part Qualified Finalist Accountant;

Have at least 3 years’ experience within a finance position; Strong Excel skills; Experience in a costing role; having previous experience within the NHS is not essential but is highly desirable. Candidates without prior NHS experience must have a positive track record with working with different departments on costing and can transfer skills over.

For further information please contact our recruitment partner Tiffany Richards at Allen Lanefin

Management Accountant, London Office, Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week, £32,000 - £38,000 per annum

Your new company
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join the Finance team of an inspiring Charity with the mission to achieve a better environment and inspire people to become more active.

Your new role
As a Management Accountant, you will provide comprehensive financial reporting and business partnering service and contribute to the success of the organisation. You will have the expertise to deliver effective financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and provide financial analysis to support and influence decision making to support long term planning and financial sustainability of the business.

What you'll need to succeed
You will possess exceptional organisational and time management skills and will have experience of working within the non-for-profit sector. You must demonstrate experience in a similar role and be at least part qualified (CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent). Strong Excel knowledge is essential as well as having excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What you'll get in return
You will receive a salary of between £32,000 - £38,000 dependent on experience. You will have the opportunity to get involved with various exciting projects that allow you to expand your role and do more to make an impact. On top of that you will receive study support, training and excellent career opportunities.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Reports to: Head of Finance

Responsible for: N/A

Start date: ASAP

Term: Full time/permanent

Based in: London (N1) with occasional travel

Salary: £35-40k per annum, dependent on experience plus 5% pension contribution, and private health insurance

Application deadline: 13th August 2021 (we will assess applicants on a rolling basis)

About DMI

Development Media International (DMI) creates evidence-based behaviour change campaigns to improve health and save lives. We deliver at scale to maximise impact and cost-effectiveness. We are the first organisation to scientifically demonstrate that mass media can increase life-saving behaviours. In 2018 DMI published the results of its 5-year, £7m randomised controlled trial (RCT) in West Africa which showed that 56% more children were taken for treatment for malaria, 73% more for diarrhoea and 39% more for pneumonia following exposure to our campaign. Modelling indicates that over 3000 lives were saved during the campaign and that our approach is one of the most cost-effective ways of saving children’s lives. We have subsequently undertaken a second RCT which showed that the modern contraceptive prevalence rate was 20% higher in areas exposed to DMI’s messaging compared to areas that were not.

DMI has two priorities: first, to continue to generate ground-breaking research, second, to take our proven strategies to scale, saving as many lives as possible and improving health. We work across a range of health issues, including child survival, reproductive health, nutrition, hygiene, and early childhood development. DMI works in close partnership with leading experts in health, including WHO, UNICEF and LSHTM and has been funded by some of the world’s most prestigious organisations including the Wellcome Trust, DFID, Comic Relief, the Global Innovation Fund, Unorthodox Philanthropy and the Mulago Foundation.

We are an innovative and rapidly growing organisation, working at the nexus between science and creativity. DMI has demonstrated that knowledge is not only a human right but is also the key to saving lives in a cost-effective way. Our intellectual rigour, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn from both our successes and mistakes, makes us distinct. Our ethos is non-hierarchical: all our staff are intellectually high-powered, and we have a “best idea wins” culture. By working at DMI you will have a genuine, measurable impact on improving lives in low-income countries.

DMI has a permanent presence in Burkina Faso, Mozambique and Tanzania and has recently expanded to Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Madagascar, Malawi, Uganda, and Zambia. Our headquarters overlooks the Regents Canal in Hoxton, London and provides the strategic direction for the whole organisation.

DMI is ranked as one of the most cost-effective non-profit organisations in the world by GiveWell and was the first organisation to receive the maximum rating from Impact Matters. It is also endorsed by the Centre for Effective Altruism, Giving What We Can and The Life You Can Save.

Find out more on our website.

Job description

DMI is looking for a Financial Accountant to join our small, friendly and dynamic London team. 

Working with the Head of Finance and the finance team in the UK, and liaising with relevant staff in DMI’s international offices, the successful candidate will play an important part in ensuring that DMI’s finances are managed effectively and in line with internal policies and statutory requirements. 

This is an ideal position for an experienced finance professional with previous experience in a similar finance role.  Working as part of the head office staff for a company that operates internationally you will gain broad experience of how the finance function works in the international development sector.

More specifically, the Financial Accountant role will include the following responsibilities:

1. Ensuring that complete and accurate accounting records for all DMI’s transactions are maintained, and accounting software is updated and reviewed in a timely manner. This includes accounts payable, receivable, cash, and payroll, with all transactions documented appropriately and relevant accounts reconciled each month.
2. Managing DMI’s payroll process, including liaising with the outsourced payroll company in the UK, and ensuring that DMI’s international offices process payroll in a timely and accurate manner.
3. Ensuring that DMI complies with all relevant financial legislation in the UK and any relevant legislation in the countries where DMI operates. This includes preparing VAT returns and assisting with other statutory returns such as Companies House reports and HMRC returns.
4. Month-End & Year-End:
   • Reviewing DMI’s overseas office’s monthly finance accounts to ensure transactions are coded correctly and have been generated in line with DMI’s internal controls.
   • Uploading local financial accounts into the accounting software.
   • Supporting the Head of Finance and the Finance Manager in the consolidation of the yearly accounts and the completion of the audit.
5. Assisting with DMI’s banking operations, including setting up accounts, updating mandates/signatories, making payments, and reconciling accounts.
6. Preparing Funder reports whilst ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
7. Acting as a point of contact for DMI staff in UK and overseas offices for finance queries and providing financial support to team members, ensuring that the policies and procedures of DMI are upheld.
8. Other duties as required by DMI.

Person specification

Required knowledge, skills and experience

1. Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a similar finance role with a recognised qualification. Part-qualified candidates with particularly strong experience will be considered and supported.
2. Excellent IT skills with experience of operating financial management systems (DMI uses QuickBooks). Competent to advanced level in Microsoft Excel.
3. Knowledge of UK taxation including payroll taxes, VAT and corporation tax.
4. Understanding of standard business procedures around procurement and other financial controls.
5. Strong intellectual ability, with the capacity to flexibly manage multiple tasks / priorities.
6. Willingness and ability to take the initiative not only in identifying problems but also in suggesting and implementing solutions.
7. An eye for detail and a concern for accuracy, together with the ability to keep sight of the broader picture.
8. Excellent communication and people skills

Desirable knowledge, skills and experience

1. Language ability in French or Portuguese or other major global language, both written and spoken.
2. Experience of working with geographically displaced colleagues (ideally overseas).
3. Experience of working in the NGO/international development sector, and ensuring compliance with International donors’ requirements.

This is an immediate start 12 months fixed term contract role working for a charity based in the City of London. Reporting to the Director of Finance the successful candidate will work as part of a wider finance team supporting the month end and year end financial reporting.

The successful Finance Accountant's day to day duties will include;

• Supporting the statutory accounting cycle by completing the reconciliation of owned accounts
• Completing specific notes for consolidated statutory accounts
• Liaising with auditors wherever necessary
• Supporting the month end process by preparing monthly analysis and reporting schedules
• Preparing and submitting all VAT return
• Assisting with ad hoc finance projects, including review of existing finance processes and procedures and supporting the process of creating efficiencies wherever possible

Applicants for the position Finance Accountant must;

• Have knowledge of SORP accounting, IFRS and UK GAAP
• Have experience of working in similar role ideally within a not for profit/care sector
• Be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of accounting processes and controls
• Have working knowledge of accounting package and be a confident user of Excel
• Have a proven ability in reconciling large sets of accounts and consolidated accounts

This is a full-time role working in growing charity based in the City of London. The successful candidate will get the opportunity to mostly work remotely but you will be required to travel into the offices from time to time. If you are interested in applying for this role then please do so by sending your CV to [email protected]

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Shakespeare’s Globe is currently seeking a Financial Business Support Accountant to join our Finance team.

Working as part of a small team and supporting the Finance Manager (Business Support and Reporting), the Financial Business Support Accountants work to cover a number of departments, providing financial information, developing reports, investigating variances and preparing budgets, and ensuring timely production of management accounts.

This role is offered on a permanent full-time basis and can be worked wholly remotely at the moment (with on-site working available); in the coming months we expect to introduce some on-site days but remain supportive of remote working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working in all its forms so please let us know how you work best.

The successful candidate will either have or be working towards a Finance or Accounting qualification and will have a good working knowledge of accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel. With an organised and methodical approach to work tasks, the right person is able to target and classify information and arrange appropriately in a timely way. Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to be a supportive team member are essential skills for this fast-paced role. As an organisation, the Globe is committed to the principles of equality, diversity and anti-racism and implementing them throughout our work, so we ask all colleagues to have a personal commitment to this too.

The Finance Department plays a crucial role in the success of Shakespeare’s Globe. This team provides a quality financial reporting service that:

• Meets the evolving commercial needs of the organisation;
• Allows the organisation to comply with relevant reporting requirements of the regulatory bodies and fiscal authorities;
• Brings effective financial control and proactive business support to the organisation and to individual departmental budget holders; and
• Provides project management support to the Finance Director in the development of  high performance financial reporting and business information systems.

Shakespeare’s Globe:

We celebrate Shakespeare’s transformative impact on the world by conducting a radical theatrical experiment. Inspired and informed by the unique historic playing conditions of two beautiful iconic theatres, our diverse programme of work harnesses the power of performance, cultivates intellectual curiosity and excites learning to make Shakespeare accessible for all. 

To apply:

For more information and to apply, please download the job description and application form from our website and return your completed application by 10am on Monday 9 August 2021. 

People of the Global Majority and Deaf and disabled people are under-represented at the Globe. We encourage applications from these under-represented groups and we are also open to discussions about flexible working.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to monitoring the effectiveness of our policies and procedures, to help us meet our commitment to be an anti-racist, pro-equality organisation. We would appreciate all candidates responding to our diversity data monitoring survey alongside applications as this helps us make informed decisions about any changes we need to consider making to our recruitment policies, procedures and candidate experience.

We are proud to be a strategic partner of PIPA (Parents and Carers in Performing Arts)

The Shakespeare Globe Trust is a registered charity No. 266916

Financial Accountant

Agency Reference Number: 7083650

A position has arisen for a Financial Accountant to work for a small Charity based in Central London. This organisation is community based that strives to increase community development and environmental and economic wellbeing.

Job Role entails:

* Ensure internal control procedures are implemented and followed
* Formal month end procedures implemented, followed and completed as directed
* Timely and accurate production of the monthly management accounts within set guidelines
* Regular review and ownership of the nominal ledger to ensure accurate GL postings across the Income and Expenditure and Balance Sheet
* Monthly Balance Sheet and Bank reconciliations with discrepancies investigated and rectified
* Deliver Departmental I&E information to Department Managers on a monthly basis, to ensure they understand all income and costs associated with their functional area
* Support Forecasting and Budgeting processes
* Support those who are developing grant funding applications with the budgeting process where required
* To work together with other departments to identify any cost improvements, process improvements and improve standards, efficiency and profitability
* Project work as assigned by Head of Finance
* Management and production of year-end audit file and information requirements to deadlines set
* Working with Head of Finance to produce and finalise the Annual Report

The successful candidate MUST :

* ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified
* Have experience working in a small Charitable organisation
* Practical knowledge of VAT including Charity accounting standards

* Have a good knowledge of Finance systems
* Have excellent communication skills