An exciting opportunity for a progressive and ambitious Assistant Accountant looking to work in a busy and rapidly growing team in one of London's Top Universities.

Client Details

Based in Central London this Organisation provides Higher Education Courses to thousands of Students from around the world.

Description

The Assistant Accountant will be responsible for the following duties

• Provide information to Key Stakeholders to help them manage budgets.
• Manage both Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger Functions.
• Produce various reports and analyses based on income and expenditure.
• Process corporate Credit Cards and ensure they are correctly allocated.

Profile

The successful Assistant Accountant will be actively studying ACCA or CIMA and keen to progress. You will have experience of transactional duties and reporting or analysing data. Experience with in the Education Sector is not essential.

Job Offer

A salary of between £30,000 and £35,000 plus benefits including study support and a generous holiday allowance.

Are you an aspiring or current Assistant Accountant who is tired of the daily grind? Would you like 38 days of holiday allowance in a role with flexible working? How about a pension scheme with a contribution of over 20%? If this sounds like the role for you then please read on!

Robertson Bell are delighted to be partnering with a Birmingham-based education organisation on the recruitment of a permanent Assistant Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to get involved with a recently restructured team and put your stamp on an already well established and highly regarded organisation.

The main duties of this role will be:

• Creating reports and analysis on a monthly basis regarding both the current and forecasted financial position of key budget holders
• Assisting the Finance Manager with annual planning
• Preparing quarterly VAT returns
• Handling high volumes of bank reconciliations daily
• Working in conjunction with the AP and AR teams to ensure cash is posted correctly
• Managing the preparation and posting of month end journals as well as accruals, generally overseeing the month end processes
• Completing control accounts for review by the Finance Manager

This position will join a small team within a wider finance function, offering the opportunity for personal development as well as salary increases and even more holiday as you progress. This role will suit someone who is a strong analytical thinker and possesses a solid range of knowledge in management accounting.

Successful applicants will be:

• Educated to a good standard, particularly with English and Maths
• Qualified to at least AAT level 4
• Experienced in working in a similar role (min. 3 years)
• Proficient in the use of technology, especially Excel
• An excellent communicator, able to converse with colleagues and clients at all levels

If you're interested in joining a progressive, forward thinking and modern organisation, please do not hesitate to apply below.

Are you a qualified accountant looking for your next move into a progressive organisation in the charity sector? Does working in a changing environment excite you and inspire you to drive improvement? If this sounds like you, please read on!

Robertson Bell Finance are working with a well-known international development charity to recruit an Interim Management Accountant - Systems for a minimum period of 5 months. Based in Central London, the organisation are going through a period of transformation and will have a lot of change in the wider team.

The main responsibilities of the Interim Management Accountant - Systems are as follows:

• Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts for a number of subsidiaries in the organisation.
• Carry out detailed analysis of variances between the actuals and the forecasted numbers - addressing these with stakeholders.
• Ensure the completion of a range of complex reconciliations and assist with any year end requirements in the wider team.
• Work with senior stakeholders across the organisation to produce annual budgets and forecasts.
• Be the go-to person in the team for all system related queries, acting as the super-user for the ERP.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant who has led on the production of monthly management accounts in a previous role - assisting with this will not be enough. In addition to this, it is highly preferable to have worked in the charity sector so that you are able to hit the ground running. Finally, you will be well experienced with producing budgets and forecasts and communicating these with senior budget holders.

You will need to be immediately available or have a short notice period to be considered. Applications will be reviewed daily, so please do not delay in applying.

Working alongside a 0.4 FTE Management Accountant, this role has joint responsibility for the operation of an effective and efficient management accounting function, including many aspects of monthly reporting and forecasting. The role gives support to the annual budgeting process and 5-year planning and may also involve scenario modelling and preparing reports for stakeholders.

Client Details

The client we a working with is a leading religious charity based in London operating across the whole of the UK comprising of parishes, cathedrals, churches and religious bodies.

Description

The responsibilities of the Assistant Management Accountant include:

Finance Accounts Processes:

• Weekly processing of purchase requisitions/expenses on Navision for payment
• Reconciliation of supplier/vendor accounts
• Direct debit payment and invoice postings

Management accounts and budget processes:

• Coordination of the monthly management accounts process, in consultation with the management accountant
• Supporting the management accountant in the production of the monthly management accounts
• Supporting the process to set the Parish Standard Cost (Setting timetable and deliverables schedule, meeting with key stakeholders and producing final Parish Standard Cost figures)
• Supporting the management accountant with the production of the annual budget and 5-year plans

Profile

The successful Assistant Management Accountant must be at least part qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA with at least two to three years experience working in an accounts function.

The Assistant Management Accountant will also have excellent communication skills, great attention to detail, able to work to deadlines, be proactive as well as being positive and a team player.

Job Offer

On offer for the successful Assistant Management Accountant is a salary of up to £28,400 pro rata as well as a season ticket loan, 15% employer pension contribution, flexible working and much more.

A growing mental health charity in London requires an Interim Management Accountant.

Client Details

A growing mental health charity based in London with good transport links.

Description

The Interim Management Accountant will be responsible for:

• managing the month end process
• generating management reports to be used in board meetings
• producing budgets and preparing forecasting reports with the Head of Management Accounting
• building relationships with stakeholders to support business partnering.

Profile

The successful Interim Management Accountant will have a familiar background of working within a similar role, and have the ability to demonstrate high levels of organisation and management skills.

You should be part qualified or equivalent and uphold great communication skills.

Job Offer

A salary of between £17-£20ph dependent on previous knowledge of working within a similar Interim Management Accountant role in an excellent office space based in London.

My client is a busy and growing charity. They are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their team.

Your new company:
My client is a busy and growing charity based in London which supports local as well as national projects. They are looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their busy team.

Your new role:
This new and exciting role will support the finance team dealing with:
Assisting the Financial Controller with:
Budgeting and forecasting
Variance reporting
Producing reports in Excel
Investigating variances and providing commentary
Fixed assets
Complex reconciliations, including balance sheet reconciliations and reconciliations of several bank accounts
Multi-currency work
Use of Excel and internal systems

What you'll need to succeed:
In order to succeed, you will need to have prior experience in accounting duties. My client is also ideally looking for someone who is studying for a professional qualification. Previous experience in using financial software is also required.

What you'll get in return:
In return, you will have the opportunity to work for a well-regarded local charity which makes a real difference in the local and wider community.

What you need to do now
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Charity based in Cornwall is looking for some immediate Management Accountancy support to cover a period of sickness

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will maintain a close relationship with all areas of the charity producing their weekly and monthly reporting, whilst also taking ownership of many ad hoc projects

Key responsibilities include:

• Produce monthly management accounts and reports for Executive and Trustee Board tracking variances on a monthly basis

• Provide solutions to queries on organisation wide issues and specifically manage internal customers

• Provide expertise on all management accounts and business processes

• Undertake ad-hoc projects that provide added value where required

About You:

• Part or fully qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA accountant with a number of years accounts experience in a large finance team

• Prior experience in management accounting function with strong track record of producing monthly reporting information

• Highly numerate and analytical with strength in accuracy and attention to detail in a high output environment

• Strong collaboration skills and able to communicate effectively across multiple departmental functions

• Proactively drive improvements in process to generate measurable efficiencies and play a significant part in shaping the Finance function.

This Finance Assistant role aims to bring about a positive change, and is offering £11-£14ph for the successful candidate dependent on prior exposure to the duties of the role.

Client Details

A leading environmental charity committed to becoming an inclusive, community-led charity.

Description

The successful Finance Assistant will be responsible for:

• VAT returns and analysis
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Being a point of contact for auditors, HR and the external Payroll
• Reviewing the management accounts.

Profile

The Finance Assistant must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. They must be confident in there approach and have a keen eye for detail.

They will also have an outstanding understanding of excel and have prior exposure to a role within the public sector.

Job Offer

A 3-month interim Finance Assistant role based in London offering £11-£14ph.

Job Title: Management Accountant
Location: UK, Swindon Office (possible home working for 2-3 days per week)
Annual Salary: GBP 30,000 - 37,000
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Who are we?
United Bible Societies (UBS) is a global organisation. We serve about 150 Bible Societies working in more than 200 countries and territories. We are looking for a talented individual to support the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager in producing management information and partnering with departmental directors.

What will this role involve?
The Management Accountant will take the lead on developing and producing reporting and analysis together with budget and payroll modelling for the global team. They will also partner with departmental directors, and produce quality monthly management accounts to help them manage their budgets and inform their strategic decisions.

Who are we looking for?
The successful applicant will be a qualified accountant, with advanced Excel skills, and proven experience in management accounting, reporting and analysis.

What do we offer?
You will be joining a dynamic, international organisation with a passion for providing all people with the Word of God in their heart language. There will be opportunities to travel, and to work on unique projects with a global team, as well as external mission partners and organisations.

How to apply
Please submit the following 3 documents by the closing date given below.  The application form, job description and a copy of the advert can be download from 'Additional Documents'.
1. Up to date CV.
2. Cover letter outlining your suitability for this role.
3. Completed Application Form.

Applications Closing Date: 13 April 2020 (all applications must be received by midnight GMT)
1st Stage Provisional Interview Date: w/c 20 April 2020

Do you want a role within a rapidly growing organisation with an excellent progression path? Are you a driven and ambitious individual in the early stages of your finance career? Looking to work for an organisation that encourages and nurtures the development of their staff?

If yes, then look no further!

My client is a London based charity who is looking for a Finance and Admin Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who is in the early stages of their finance career, who has the drive and determination to learn and push themselves in this supportive environment.

The main responsibilities of this Finance and Admin Assistant role are as follows:

• Full responsibility for ensuring that all transactional data is uploaded into the system accurately.
• Take the lead in the processing of sales and purchase ledger invoices, ensuring that all payments are made in a timely manner.
• Provide invaluable support in the preparation of the monthly management accounts, including the preparation of journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Sole charge for gathering requested financial data, liaising with the business partners or external stakeholders where appropriate.
• Play a pivotal role in the wider resources team, providing ad hoc administration support as required.
• Attend wider organisational meetings, booking rooms and taking minutes where necessary.

This role is for a forward-thinking charity and offers a brilliant opportunity for candidates looking to join a close-knit finance team within a rapidly growing establishment. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive benefits package, including flexible working hours, an excellent annual leave allowance and numerous opportunities to develop professionally.

The successful candidate will have:

• Started actively studying towards a relevant accountancy qualification.
• Related work experience within a finance team, however candidates without are still encouraged to apply.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
• The determination and ambition to build a fantastic finance career and enthusiasm to learn on the job.
• Ideally, previous experience using Quickbooks or another system of equal complexity.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now as applications are being reviewed daily and the client is looking to interview candidates as ASAP.

Confident part-time worker required for administration, finance and communications role to support a small team of volunteer directors and freelance project workers delivering a range of local environmental projects. 

The successful candidate will possess relevant administrative, financial and data management skills. He/she will ideally have previous experience within the voluntary sector, be aware of environmental issues and be able to work independently at times. 

Working at least two days per month we are currently hoping to increase activity to necessiate a 1 day per week post (or 20% of Full Time Equivalent).

The successful candidate will be based in Lion Chambers opposite Huddersfield Railway Station. This is a PAYE post but we would consider applications from those currently self-employed.

Environment Kirklees Ltd runs the Greenstreams river stewardship project, promotes the planned 3 Valleys Nature Park, and operates an annual GoToTown litter collection. It is also developing a Waste & Resources Network (KWRnet) to encourage community and third sector involvement in waste solutions. 

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly management accounts for RCVS and the VAT returns for RCVS and RCVSK in accordance with relevant RCVS policies and UK legislation
• To provide a narrative around the changes in figures to the accounts each month.
• To cover for the Deputy Head of Finance in preparing the monthly payrolls and Knowledge management accounts.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Experience working in a similar role
• Experience of professional regulation is desirable
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong IT skills and experience
• The ability and presence to represent the organisation with a range of audiences
• A co-operative, consultative and collegiate personal style

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

Accountancy qualification and experience of preparing management accounts

Use of SAGE 200 would be useful

The RCVS is an equal opportunities employer & Stonewall Diversity Champion

We offer flexible working, 2 days paid volunteering per year, Holiday Trading, Loyalty Bonus, Babylon Health app free, Employee Assistance program, Free eye tests, In House Staff Massages and a generous pension and benefits package. 

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We are an equal opportunity employer and Stonewall Diversity Champion and have featured in the rankings of the Great Place to Work Awards for the past 5 consecutive years (2014 – 2019).

At this exciting time in our evolution, we’re looking for a full-time Finance Assistant to provide critical support for our finance team in a period of rapid growth.

You will support the close-knit and friendly finance team with the day-to-day financial administration of the charity. You will work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure the effective operation of the charity’s purchase ledger, banking and accounting processes. Experience of finance is not a prerequisite – rather, we are looking for skills and aptitude. However, you must be able to demonstrate a high level of numeracy, good written communication skills, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Allen Lane’s client is a major force in the battle against climate change. Focussing on educating young people through their social outreach programmes, this client seeks to empower a new generation of environmentally minded people in order to drive innovation and long term change.

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and driven Finance Assistant to support their international finance function. With an emphasis on best practice they are seeking a candidate to share their values and ambitions.

Working closely with the Financial Controller and central and local finance teams, your key responsibilities will include providing a range of finance services such as purchase orders, purchase invoices and bank reconciliations.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification
• Previous experience working in a finance department
• Excellent communication, analytical, organisation and time management skills
• Ability to deliver collaboratively and challenge where necessary
• Enthusiastic and self-motivating
• Great excel skills and knowledge of other accountancy software