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Head of Financial Accounting
£65,000 - £70,000
Permanent | Full-time
Fully Remote Working
Our client is a globally recognised organisation with operations across multiple countries and a strong reputation for delivering meaningful impact worldwide. As part of an exciting period of development and continuous improvement, they are looking to appoint an experienced and technically strong Head of Financial Accounting to lead financial accounting, statutory reporting and audit activities across the organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant with a strong audit and financial reporting background to take ownership of a broad remit, lead a high-performing team and play a key role in strengthening financial control, governance and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead financial accounting policies, processes and controls, ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards and other relevant international reporting requirements.
- Oversee the preparation and review of annual statutory accounts and financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Lead the planning, preparation and delivery of annual external audits, managing relationships with auditors and driving continuous improvement through audit action plans.
- Provide expert technical accounting guidance across the business, embedding best practice and supporting the development of finance teams.
- Oversee quarterly balance sheet reviews, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data and implementing corrective actions where required.
- Support governance and reporting requirements, including contributions to senior leadership, board and committee reporting.
- Manage and develop the Financial Accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Review and oversee key tax compliance activities, including VAT and other statutory reporting requirements.
- Partner with finance, operational and project teams to ensure financial accounting implications are considered in strategic initiatives and organisational change programmes.
Who Are We Looking For?
- ACA qualified accountant (or equivalent) with a strong technical accounting background.
- Previous experience gained within a leading audit practice and/or a large, complex organisation.
- Extensive knowledge of UK GAAP and statutory reporting requirements.
- Proven experience leading external audits and managing auditor relationships.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with the confidence to interpret and communicate complex accounting matters.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of an organisation.
- Experience of improving financial processes, controls and reporting frameworks.
- Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge.
If you are a technically strong financial accountant looking for a leadership role where you can drive best practice, influence senior decision-making and lead a high-performing team, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Management Accountant
Location: St Vincent's Bradford, BD3 0DZ
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum DOE
Vacancy Type: Full Time, 12-month fixed term
Closing Date: 16th August 2026
Interviews: 19th and 20th August 2026
We are looking for an experienced and qualified Management Accountant to join our Finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive finance professional who enjoys working with complex financial information, building strong relationships with stakeholders and providing insightful financial support that helps drive organisational success.
Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts across the Society's nationally managed activities. These include National Office operations, our network of charity shops and furniture stores, advice and support centres, supported accommodation services and our Trading Subsidiary.
Working closely with budget holders, managers and colleagues across the Society, you'll provide expert financial advice, support budgeting and forecasting, monitor financial performance and help ensure strong financial governance across the organisation.
This is a varied and rewarding role that combines technical accounting expertise with business partnering, continuous improvement and the opportunity to contribute to the Society's mission of supporting people experiencing poverty and hardship.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate monthly management accounts for all nationally managed projects within agreed timescales.
- Lead the preparation and presentation of the Trading Subsidiary management accounts.
- Produce monthly financial reports, variance analysis and management information for a range of stakeholders.
- Work closely with managers and budget holders to develop, monitor and review budgets, identifying corrective actions where required.
- Support the preparation of annual statutory accounts, consolidated accounts and audit working papers, acting as the primary contact for external auditors.
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure discrepancies are investigated and resolved promptly.
- Complete quarterly inter-Society reconciliations to support accurate financial consolidation.
- Process and reconcile recharges between projects.
- Produce financial trend analysis and performance reporting to support informed decision-making.
- Review Finance Operations activities relating to income processing, accounts payable, banking and membership, ensuring agreed KPIs are achieved.
- Monitor financial transactions across shops and projects, identifying and escalating any potential irregularities.
- Provide timely financial advice and excellent customer service to managers and colleagues across the Society.
- Support the development and implementation of robust financial systems, controls and processes.
- Maintain accurate financial records, including fixed asset registers, lease information and project records.
- Ensure compliance with Society financial policies and procedures across all projects.
- Deputise for the Head of Finance when required.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, project teams and stakeholders across the Society.
About You
Essential criteria:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA).
- At least three years' experience in a management accounting role.
- Experience producing accurate management accounts within a complex organisational structure.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including functions such as SUMIFS, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial information and identify trends.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high levels of accuracy.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance colleagues.
- A proactive approach with the ability to work independently, solve problems and continuously improve processes.
- Commitment to supporting the aims, values and mission of the St Vincent de Paul Society.
Desirable criteria:
- Experience working within the charity, voluntary or retail sectors.
- Experience working with auditors, business advisers and Boards or Committees.
- An active interest in the charitable and voluntary sector.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team committed to making a difference in communities across the UK. We offer flexible working, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to contribute to meaningful projects.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for St Vincent de Paul Society, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
A well-established housing provider in London is seeking an interim Rent Accountant for an initial 3-6 month period. The organisation has a strong focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement across its business.
They are looking for a knowledgeable Rent specialist to join their team and add value in their area of specialism.
Responsibilities
- Process rent adjustments and ensure rent accounts are maintained accurately and in line with organisational policies
- Reconcile rent accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely manner
- Complete month-end rent accounting activities, including reconciliations and financial reporting support
- Use Orchard/MRI to manage rent data, maintain accurate records, and support the wider finance and housing teams
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Rent Accountant, Rent Officer, or in a similar rent accounting role within social housing
- Proven experience using Orchard/MRI
- Strong understanding of rent accounting, reconciliations, rent adjustments, and month-end processes
- Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment
Please get in touch if this role is of interest to learn more as the role is urgent.
