Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust - Head of Financial Accounts

Role: Head of Financial Accounts

Band 8b: £59,083 - £67,760* (*inclusive of London weighting)

Type: Permanent

Location: Central London

Sector: Healthcare

Formed in 2007, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country with over 12,000 staff, a turnover of £1.2bn and net assets in excess of £485m. The Trust provides acute and specialist healthcare in North West London for around 1.5m people every year.

The Trust has five main hospital sites which all have a long track record of success in research and education, as well as influencing clinical practice nationally and worldwide. They also have a growing number of community services and provide private healthcare to increase the funds available for NHS services.

In the face of financial challenges the Trust continues to improve its financial position whilst maintaining and improving service quality. The Trust are also a nominated trust in the Health Infrastructure Plan which will lead to a major redevelopment of all its key sites in the coming years, as well as exciting collaborations with the wider health sector in North and West London.

With a rich heritage and an ambitious vision for the future, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust are looking for exceptional talent to join their finance team and make a real difference that will improve the service we provide and in turn deliver excellent patient care.

Head of Financial Accounts Job Description:

The Head of Financial Accounts is a key role in the Finance Directorate, with responsibility for overseeing and managing the financial accounting team of eight colleagues. The role provides expertise in complex technical areas including capital accounting, the application of IFRS and NHS accounting rules, cash-flow forecasting, VAT, and leading the production of the statutory monthly and annual accounts. The role is a key part of the leadership of the financial services function and the wider department.

The key elements of the role include:

• Delivering high quality accounting services which achieve targets for timeliness accuracy and financial control
• Maintaining the integrity of the financial systems within the Trust, to develop financial policies and practices as required, and liaise with external and internal audit and counter-fraud
• Leading the month end process for financial accounts and reporting to external agencies
• Leading the production of the Trust Annual Accounts and manage the external audit process
• Overseeing the agreement of balances (AOB) quarterly and annual processes

Head of Financial Accounts Person Specification:

The Head of Financial Accounts role would suit a CCAB qualified accountant with post qualification experience in the public sector, practice or industry. It is essential that this person has knowledge of financial and accounting procedures, financial reporting standards and has proven experience managing month and year end financial processes in a timely and accurate way. This person must also have experience leading, managing and developing teams.

You do not need to have NHS experience to be considered for this role, however, experience working in or auditing large, complex organisations is essential.

The Trust’s vales incorporate being KIND, COLLABORATIVE, EXPERT and ASPIRATIONAL. The Trust endeavours to live these values and it is important that this person’s values are inline with these expectations and that they are able to communicate well and work with people at all levels of the organisation.

Head of Financial Accounts Package:

• Band 8b £59,083 - £67,760* (*inclusive of London weighting)
• 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (holiday entitlement raises to 33 days with service)
• Flexible working
• Annual Recognition Awards
• Excellent personal development, training and education opportunities
• Excellent Pension Scheme: 33.1% (at Band 8b level)
• Health services discounts (retail, holidays, entertainment and restaurants)
• Car lease scheme and season ticket loan

To find out more information about the organisation, the role and to receive the full job descriptions, please contact Brooke Cooper at Allen Lane

Applications close on FRIDAY 1ST NOVEMBER and interviews will follow shortly after. EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.

Have you got a background in financial accounting and do you enjoy managing staff? Would you like to continue your career with a role in the charity sector? Interested in belonging to an organisation that really makes a difference to the lives of many? If yes, please read on!

This permanent Financial Accountant will be based in central Leeds and will manage the transactional function of this medium sized charity. Working closely with the Financial Controller you would have full autonomy of leading the financial accounts team of six whilst overseeing statutory accounts duties, right up to sign off by the Financial Controller. Duties for the Financial Accountant will include:

• Working closely with the Financial Controller to produce the year end accounts in line with charity SORP.
• Provide support and leadership to six transactional staff, ensuring a high quality of work is always maintained.
• Review current systems and processes, feeling confident to suggest areas where improvements could be made.
• Oversee cashflow management, analytical work and ad hoc monthly reporting.
• Act as the lead on VAT reporting.
• Maintain the organisations fixed asset register and oversee risk management.
• Liaise with external and internal stakeholders of all levels.

This organisation has an annual turnover of around £30 million and is going through an exciting period of growth. This opportunity would suit a part qualified Accountant who is a confident team leader, now looking for a new challenge. Experience in the charity sector is desirable but not essential.

This successful candidate will be:

• A part qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA or ACCA) or qualified by experience.
• Experienced in managing staff.
• Experienced in year-end processes.
• Knowledgeable around VAT, tax and audit requirements.

If interested, please do not delay in applying as CV's will be reviewed on a daily basis.

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust – Assistant Financial Accountant

Role: Assistant Financial Accountant

Band 4: £25,489 - £28,513 (*inclusive of London weighting)

Type: Permanent

Location: Central London

Sector: Healthcare

Formed in 2007, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country with over 12,000 staff, a turnover of £1.2bn and net assets in excess of £485m. The Trust provides acute and specialist healthcare in North West London for around 1.5m people every year.

The Trust has five main hospital sites which all have a long track record of success in research and education, as well as influencing clinical practice nationally and worldwide. They also have a growing number of community services and provide private healthcare to increase the funds available for NHS services.

In the face of financial challenges the Trust continues to improve its financial position whilst maintaining and improving service quality. The Trust are also a nominated trust in the Health Infrastructure Plan which will lead to a major redevelopment of all its key sites in the coming years, as well as exciting collaborations with the wider health sector in North and West London.

With a rich heritage and an ambitious vision for the future, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust are looking for exceptional talent to join their finance team and make a real difference that will improve the service we provide and in turn deliver excellent patient care.

Assistant Financial Accountant Job Description:

The Assistant Financial Accountant provides support to enable an efficient, effective and comprehensive capital accounting function within the Trust. Their role is to undertake the timely and accurate posting of transactions in the ledger, and to ensure that financial controls are maintained whilst also assisting in ensuring the completion of statutory accounts and monthly financial returns.

The key elements of the role include:

• Post standard accruals and journals, prepare reconciliations, clear suspense and control accounts, prepare standard reports and undertake analysis
• Providing assurance on the integrity of the ledger, resolve issues around coding and reconciliations, and support the production of timely and value-adding reporting.

• Being accountable to the Financial Accountant for adherence to the Trust financial policies and procedures, statutory requirements and requirements from the Department of Health.
• To support the Financial Accountant to ensure that internal and external audit recommendations relating to financial procedures and systems are implemented.
• Take responsibility for own development and proactively seek and take advantage of opportunities to enhance knowledge, skills and experience.

Assistant Financial Accountant Person Specification:

This is an ideal role for someone looking to build solid foundations for a career in finance. The role is a key support to the financial accounts team but there is huge scope to develop in it and gain extensive and widely transferable knowledge and skills.

The Assistant Financial Accountant must be educated to A Level standard (or other appropriate qualifications). Training and development is provided but the post holder must be computer literate and be comfortable using MS Office, particularly Excel, to work effectively in a finance environment and also have a good level of numeracy and ability to work with and interpret numerical and financial data. 

This person will be self-motivated and have experience working autonomously as well as within a team.

The Trust’s vales incorporate being KIND, COLLABORATIVE, EXPERT and ASPIRATIONAL. The Trust endeavours to live its values so it is important that this person’s values are inline with these expectations and that they are able to communicate well and work with people at all levels of the organisation.

Assistant Financial Accountant Package:

• Band 4 £25,489 - £28,513* (*inclusive of London weighting)
• 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (holiday entitlement raises to 33 days with service)
• Flexible working
• Annual Recognition Awards
• Excellent personal development, training and education opportunities
• Excellent Pension Scheme: 27.2% - 29.4% (at Band 4 level)
• Health services discounts (retail, holidays, entertainment and restaurants)
• Car lease scheme and season ticket loan

To find out more information about the organisation, the role and to receive the full job descriptions, please contact Brooke Cooper at Allen Lane

Applications close on FRIDAY 1ST NOVEMBER and interviews will follow shortly after. EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.

Are you an experienced and qualified Financial Accountant looking to take on a new challenge? Do you want to join a central London organisation with a wide-reaching impact on thousands of lives? Do you feel at home in busy, commercial environments but looking for the satisfaction knowing your work helps real people?

The Financial Accountant will oversee all Financial Accounting, Treasury and Payroll activities for the c£50m turnover Central London organisation, whose income comes largely from bidding for and winning contract tenders. Reporting to the Finance Director, your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the work of two Finance staff who focus on Payroll and other Financial Accounting duties
• Taking responsibility for the organisation's year end accounts, comprising of three subsidiary companies focusing on care and support, development and resident services, and making sure reports to the regulator are completed in an accurate and timely fashion
• Being responsible for signing off on a complex and complicated payroll, including ever changing flexible workers and a mixture of part time, full time, and zero hour contract staff
• Taking the lead on the year end audit process, liaising with external auditors and being the key point of contact for all financial accounting queries.
• Preparing annual financial statements, producing the annual treasury strategy.

With generous annual leave, flexible working and dedicated staff progression initiatives, this is a great organisation to join and this is a crucial role that is sure to be a career-enhancer for the right candidate. Furthermore, the Finance Director is a highly supportive line manager who will encourage your progression both internally and externally.

To be considered, you'll need to meet the following criteria:

• Be a fully qualified accountant - candidates who qualified in a small to medium sized practice environment will be seen highly favourably
• Have at least two years PQE leading on the production of annual accounts, and be comfortable working in a busy, fast paced environment
• Have experience of treasury management, payroll and the submission of HMRC returns.

Please submit your application ASAP - interviews can be arranged promptly and the post will close as soon as the right candidate is found.

Purpose of the role:

Do you want to work somewhere that no two days are the same,

where you make a difference to people`s lives?
...and one that values yours?

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We have a new and exciting role for a Research Manager to join our Education Team

Key areas of responsibility:

The post involves close working with a range of staff and volunteers including the Association Services Quality team, business development and Regional Education Managers.

The post-holder is the key staff member responsible for ensuring the Association is effective and efficient in its activities around outcome and impact measurement, whilst maintaining a culture of learning, reflection and continuous improvement.

About you:

Postgraduate degree in Social Research Methods.

Experience of carrying out and managing qualitative and quantitative research in an adult education context.

Experience of team leadership, line management and effective performance management of staff.

Ability to manage budgets and resources.

Experience of research consultation and advice

Experience of supporting bids and generating income through external funding contracts

Experience of disseminating research to different audiences using a variety of methods

Knowledge of and commitment to the Association’s mission, vision and values.

Ability to develop and maintain effective controls to safeguard and maintain the Association’s integrity and continuity

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to respond appropriately to a wide variety of people in different situations

Advanced level knowledge and skills in using research tools and software such as SPSS, NViVo

Strong project management skills

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Due to continued growth, an excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join a commercially focused Housing Association in West London on a permanent basis.

As the successful candidate, you will be a qualified accountant or similar with experience of working in a financial
control environment and must have worked within the housing sector. You will have strong technical accounting and tax skills. The ability to use SUN, Excel or other tools to manipulate data will be essential.

Requirements:

• Operating the financial control system that ensures the completeness, accuracy and integrity of the organisations financial systems, processes and procedures at a level appropriate to the financial risk
• Liaise with auditors for the year-end audit
• Review of key balance sheet reconciliations
• Advise on technical accounting matters as required
• Preparing tax returns (VAT,CT) of the organisation
• Producing the supporting schedules of the statutory accounts
• Experience of Social Housing is essential

We are a religious and charitable congregation seeking an experienced and competent professional for a wide-ranging financial role.

Reporting to the Provincial and Bursar, the Financial Accountant will be responsible for:

• Preparation, administration and maintenance of the Province’s accounting records.
• Preparation of management accounts including year-end financial accounts.
• Preparation for the annual audit.
• Dealing with matters/correspondence with the Charity Regulatory Authority and ensuring compatibility with the Trustee Report.
• Dealing with matters/correspondence with HMRC including PAYE returns, VAT returns, PAYE settlement agreement.
• Preparing and updating the Province investment policy, with particular emphasis on responsible investing.
• Oversee all aspects of payroll for the sisters ensuring accurate delivery of salary, pension, attendance and absence allowances and social security.
• Keeping record of insurance, employee contracts and benefits as well as other records while ensuring GDPR compliance at all times.
• The successful individual will be a strong multi-tasker and collaborator with widespread business experiences and interests. Possession of the ability to conduct a broad range of administrative practices for the Province is essential.

The successful candidate will possess or be in the process of acquiring an accounting qualification and have experience in a similar financial role within the non-profit sector. Strong accountancy and numerical skills alongside analytical experience are vital for this position.

The candidate must be able to work to strict deadlines in a highly organised manner; ensuring attention to detail and accuracy are demonstrated continually. Strong verbal and written communication skills are key components to success in this role.

The candidate will also possess a strong set of IT skills with emphasis on the MS Office suite and SAGE 50 system. They will also exhibit the proven ability to work proactively and independently with excellent attention to detail.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity as the Financial Planning & Reporting Manager in an organisation that combines both charitable impact and a significant commercial operation this role at the RSPB is the next step in your career.

Financial Planning & Reporting Manager
Reference: A2481019
Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £39,970 to £53,293 per annum
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent

Reporting to the Head of Finance and leading a team of 8 finance professionals this role has responsibility for overseeing all financial aspects of the organisations financial planning, budgeting, management reporting, compliance and finance business support of the organisations directorates.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with a track record of leading a strong business partnering culture, supporting and managing system changes, delivering robust financial analysis and supporting large scale projects. You will be a team orientated leader with excellent communication skills and be proficient at leading change and continuous improvement with the ability to influence at all levels.

The RSPB is the largest nature conservation charity in the UK with 1.2 million members, total annual income of circa £140m and approximately 2,000 employees and 12,000 volunteers. We manage over 200 nature reserves in the UK and undertake a wide range of research, policy, advisory and educational activities both in the UK and internationally.

Closing date: 31 October 2019

To Apply and for More Information:

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. 

Please make sure you include reference number A2481019 on your application.

No agencies please.

Financial Accountant Required

Harris Hill Charity recruiters are working alongside a leading charity that look after the welfare and security of families. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading charity and work within their Finance team.
The purpose of the role is to prepare and assist with the production of the statutory accounts for the charity. In addition, you will be responsible for their treasury and investment activities.
The right person will have a recognised professional accountancy qualification or be qualified by experience. You will have good attention to detail, the ability to prioritise, have a strong work ethic and having excellent communication skills is also important.

Summary of Role
Responsible for providing professional support in preparing the financial statements of the charity.
To carry out a range of accounting duties and support the Head of Financial Accounting with the following:
Prepare the statutory accounts; and assist with the preparation of the charity accounts.
Ensure compliance with the charity's system of internal controls.
Ensure that all transactions are recorded accurately making sure of compliance with tax legislation and that all requirements are met.
Account for the charity's treasury and investments activities and manage cash flow projections

Responsibilities
Financial Records and Statements:
Maintain the accounting records for the charity ensuring that records are consistently accurate and up to date.
Assist with preparing the annual statutory consolidated accounts, including preparing notes and schedules to support information included in the statutory accounts.
Prepare the statutory accounts of the charity's subsidiaries, other smaller entities and the Staff Pension Fund.
Maintain all payroll and payroll-related accounts.
Maintain the fixed asset register.
Prepare all assigned bank and balance sheet reconciliations monthly
Prepare monthly analysis of all debtor/prepayment and creditor/accruals accounts.
Maintain the schedules and analysis that will form part of the notes to the statutory accounts so that by the year end they are as up to date and accurate as possible.
Payments: Review and approve welfare and purchase ledger payments daily in line with the appropriate levels of authorisation Internal Controls, Policies and Procedures.
Have a good understanding of all approved internal controls and proactively ensure that they are operating correctly in practice.
Identify and report any emerging risks so that all risks are managed effectively.
Treasury and Investments: Record all investment transactions and prepare relevant reconciliations. Manage cash so that cash balances are held in a manner that is most beneficial to the charity.

Business Support
You will work with your line manager to manage the year end accounts closing processes on all finance and finance-related systems.
Participate in cross-department initiatives and workgroups to ensure that the finance department maintains the right level of influence to be effective.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure that the Business Plan is delivered successfully.
Execute other tasks as may be requested by your line manager or the Director of Finance from time to time.

Person Specification
Qualifications:
A recognised professional accountancy qualification [CCAB, CIMA or equivalent] or qualified by 5 years' experience

Knowledge / Experience
Essential:
At least 3 years' experience of working with accounting software designed for medium to large organisations, MS Excel and Word
At least 2 years' experience of preparing accounts
Knowledge of the Charities SORP & FRS102
Experience of dealing with investments and cash flow management

Desirable
Experience of working within the not for profit sector
Attention to continuing professional development
Project management skills
Experience of using Access Dimensions

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Financial Accountant

Full time permanent role

Salary circa £40K plus benefits

The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is the Royal Air Force’s leading welfare charity, supporting serving personnel and their families and veterans. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading military charity and work within the Finance team.

We are looking for a capable and highly motivated person to join our Finance team. The primary purpose of the role is to prepare and assist with the production of the statutory accounts for the RAFBF and its subsidiary organisations. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for the Fund’s treasury and investment activities.

The right person will have a recognised professional accountancy qualification or be qualified by experience. They will have good attention to detail, the ability to prioritise and have a strong work ethic. Being a good team player and having excellent communication skills is also important. If successful you will be expected to demonstrate enthusiasm for the work of the team and the RAFBF.

A detailed job profile is available on the RAFBF’s website. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Penny Cassell.

To apply, please send your CV together with a covering letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for this role to Pete Thompson, Head of HR, RAF Benevolent Fund, 67 Portland Place, London W1B 1AR, or email.

The closing date for applications is Monday 7th October 2019.

Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 14th October 2019.

The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009) which encourages applications from all sections of the community

Please note that due to the high number of applications expected, only candidates shortlisted for interview will be notified.

1.  MAIN SUMMARY OF ROLE:

Responsible for providing professional support in preparing the financial statements of the RAF Benevolent Fund, its subsidiary and associated entities.

To carry out a range of accounting duties and support the Head of Financial Accounting, through undertaking the following responsibilities:

• Prepare the statutory accounts of the RAFBF subsidiary and associated entities; and assist with the preparation of the RAFBF Group accounts.
• Ensure compliance with the RAFBF’s system of internal controls across the Fund.
• Ensure that all transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner throughout the accounting year, making sure of compliance with tax legislation and that all requirements are met.
• Account for the Fund’s treasury and investments activities and manage cash flow projections

2.  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Records and Statements:

• Maintain the accounting records for the Fund and its subsidiaries and related entities ensuring that records are consistently accurate and up to date.
• Assist with preparing the annual statutory consolidated accounts, including preparing notes and schedules to support information included in the statutory accounts.
• Prepare the statutory accounts the Fund’s subsidiaries, other smaller entities and the Staff Pension Fund.
• Post transactions for the Fund intercompany accounts and ensure they are reconciled monthly.
• Maintain all payroll and payroll-related accounts.
• Maintain the fixed asset register for the main Fund and the Housing Trust.
• Prepare all assigned bank and other balance sheet reconciliations monthly and present them for sign off, meeting all deadlines as set, identifying any issues and making corrections as required.
• Comply with month end routines as scheduled making sure all accruals and prepayments are identified and posted in the accounts.
• Prepare monthly analysis of all debtor/prepayment and creditor/accruals accounts.
• On a regular basis maintain the schedules and analysis that will form part of the notes to the statutory accounts so that by the year end they are as up to date and accurate as possible and all issues have been dealt with.
• Systematically monitor the financial ledgers for all income and expenditure, liaising with finance staff to clarify any ‘out of the ordinary’ movements in transactions.

Payments:

• Review and approve welfare and purchase ledger payments daily in line with the appropriate levels of authorisation

Internal Controls, Policies and Procedures:

• Have a good understanding of all approved internal controls and proactively ensure that they are operating correctly in practice.
• Identify and report any emerging risks so that all risks are managed effectively.
• Provide segregation of duties in the payments processing and other reconciliations as required.
• Maintain a confidential record and filing system to ensure speedy and efficient retrieval of information.
• When processing and storing data, be cognisant of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Treasury and Investments:

• Record all investment transactions properly and prepare relevant reconciliations.
• Manage cash so that cash balances are held in a manner that is most beneficial to the Fund and its related entities and report as required.
• Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts, anticipating future cash requirements

Taxation:

• Prepare quarterly VAT returns for the Fund and its trading subsidiary.

Business Support:

• Working with your line manager to manage the year end accounts closing processes on all finance and finance-related systems.
• Participate in cross-department initiatives and workgroups to ensure that the finance department maintains the right level of influence to be effective.
• Respond to internal and external telephone/e-mail enquiries, to deal with or refer, using appropriate judgement.
• Provide cross-cover within the team as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure that the Business Plan is delivered successfully
• Execute other tasks as may be requested by your line manager or the Director of Finance from time to time.
• Travel to other Fund locations to carry out any other duties within the scope of the role as requested by management.

3.  DEVELOPMENTAL OBJECTIVES:

• Constantly update job knowledge through Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• To be assessed on an on-going basis as part of the Performance Development Review (PDR) process.

4. PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

Essential

• A recognised professional accountancy qualification [CCAB, CIMA or equivalent] or qualified by 5 years’ experience

Desirable

• A university degree or equivalent.

Knowledge / Experience

Essential

• At least 3 years’ experience of working with accounting software designed for medium to large organisations, MS Excel and Word
• At least 2 years’ experience of preparing accounts
• Knowledge of the Charities SORP & FRS102
• Experience of dealing with investments and cash flow management

Desirable

• Experience of working within the not for profit sector
• Attention to continuing professional development
• Project management skills
• Experience of using Access Dimensions

Competencies

Essential

Applying expertise and technology:

• to achieve work objectives

Analysing:

• numerical data, verbal data & all other sources of information

Planning and organising:

• manage time effectively

Working with people:

• adapts to the team & contributes to team spirit

Achieving personal work goals and objectives:

• works hard and puts in longer hours when it is necessary

Deciding and initiating action:

• takes responsibility for actions, projects & people

Desirable

Presenting and communicating information:

• speaks clearly and fluently

Delivering results and meeting expectations:

• sets high standards for quality and quantity

Financial Accounting Manager £66,000 - £70,000 + Benefits: London

For a large organisation based in central London, we're recruiting a Financial Accounting Manager to provide all technical accounting and financial reporting services across the Group. The Financial Accounting Manager will lead on statutory accounts, financial reporting and accounting advice on a wide range of accounting issues. This role will lead, develop and manage a team of 11 staff.

What you'll be doing:

• Ensuring statutory accounts are completed on time and with a clean audit
• Ensuring transactions are recorded correctly on Oracle and accounted for correctly
• Ensure Chart of Accounts is fit for purpose for both business and financial reporting
• Responsible for inter-company balances ensuring they are fully reconciled
• Complete required statistical returns including the FVA return
• Assist Head of Reporting in ensuring strong financial controls are in place
• Responsible for balance sheet integrity, ensuring regular reconciliations are done and balances are understood
• Manage, lead and motivate a team of up to 11 staff (qualified and part-qualified)

What you'll offer us:

• CCAB qualified
• High level of technical skills including knowledge of FRS102 and SORP
• Experience of completing complex reconciliations
• Experience of managing a team to produce high quality results
• Experience of implementing financial controls
• Experience of preparing financial statements and associated notes and working papers
• Experience of developing a Chart of Accounts
• Advanced Excel and ideally Oracle experience

The consists of five distinct brands: , , , and .

Are you looking for a varied and versatile role where you lead the finance function?

Does working in the finance function for a large and commercially aware not for profit interest you?

Are you looking to take ownership of a multi-faceted finance role where you can develop and grow a small team?

Read on…

The role:

• Overseeing a finance function including managing a small team of junior finance staff
• Leading on all Financial Accounting functions including the year-end accounts and being the first point of contact for all audit enquiries
• Taking responsibility of the internal audit requirements across the organisation throughout different departments to ensure strong and efficient policies are adhered to
• Drive improvements and act as first point of call for system administration including setting up users and continually looking for more efficient ways of working
• Oversee the transactional and payroll functions carried out by junior staff

This organisation is a large and commercially aware not-for-profit who are looking for a strong and technically capable accountant to work in this critical position reporting directly to the Finance Director. With a generous salary of £55k, this role also offers flexible working and opportunities to work from home.

The successful candidate:

• A qualified chartered accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIPFA)
• At least 2-3 years post qualified experience industry experience, specifically on financial accounting
• Strong system knowledge (SUN desirable)
• Management or supervisory experience (desirable)
• Strong excel skills

This is an excellent opportunity either for an experienced Finance Manager with Financial Accounting experience or a Financial Accountant looking for their next step up into a managerial role. With an excellent culture and great work/life balance, this could be the next opportunity for you.

Applicants will be reviewed on a daily basis and the role may close before the deadline so please do not delay in applying.

Financial Accounts Manager £31,000 - £42,390 + Benefits: Glasgow

For a Governmental department and National Regulatory Authority, we're recruiting an Accounts Manager to support the Accounts and Transactions Manager in preparing financial reporting and annual financial statements, including audit requirements. The Accounts Manager will provide financial accounting across the organisation and will manage all data submissions to HM Treasury, Cabinet Office and OGDs. The Accounts Manager will manage and Accounts Officer.

What you'll be doing:

• Financial Reporting including Annual Financial Statements
• Complete analysis, data collation and reporting to prepare annual report and accounts in line with statutory deadlines
• Ensure the smooth running of the external audit cycle, acting as main day to day contact for Audit queries
• Ensure robust financial controls are adhered to
• Lead on implementing external audit management actions and internal audit recommendations across operational finance
• Treasury Functions - Work with the Payables Manager to oversee long-term cash management: VAT, HMT, NAO returns
• Assist with Treasury / Cabinet Office budget setting
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Day to day management of the Accounts Officer

What you'll offer us:

• CCAB qualified or part-qualified
• Strong track record in financial and statutory accounting in the Public Sector
• Technical knowledge of financial and reporting standards, Government accounting rules and HMT reporting cycle, Spending Review process, UK Tax legislation including PAYE and VAT
• Track record of working with finance systems
• Strong MS Excel skills
• Central Government experience
• Staff management experience
• Ideally experience of Sun Systems and Infor BI

The consists of five distinct brands: , , , and .

A leading national Arts Institution is currently seeking a committed Senior Financial Accountant and on a permanent basis.

Reporting into the CFO, this exciting permanent opportunity will see the successful candidate playing a key role in the Head Office finance team.

The successful candidate will be tasked with:

• providing support to the Chief Financial Officer in running the finances of the Institute and lead on the delivery phase of Grant funded project.  This role will be crucial to ensuring that the capital project is integrated into the finance team and in the financial controls and systems. 
• Monitoring of the key financial milestones.
• Managing the cash flow of the project
• Reporting to the capital funders
• Working closely with the project consultants, project manager and the wider design team.

The successful candidate will be a Qualified Accountant with strong technical skills, including ideally previous experience within the charity sector and experience of staff management.

Qualifications/experience required

ACCA, CIMA, ACA Qualification

What’s on offer?

£60,000