Become a group subsidiary accountant for one of Europe's largest housing associations, responsible for the statutory reporting of the organisation and working closely with the whole finance function.

Client Details

Our client is one of the largest housing associations in Europe, with nearly 100,000 homes in their portfolio. They invest heavily in the neighbourhoods in which they work, working with other organisations to deliver more affordable homes in London and other areas of the UK.

Description

Reporting to the Head of Group Financial Reporting, you will be responsible for:

• Producing statutory accounts and financial statements under FRS102 and Housing SORP 2018

• Producing monthly management accounts as required

• Full responsibility for the recording of accounting entries in subsidiary accounts

• Performing monthly reconciliations of the records on control accounts and intercompany balances

• Preparing information and liaising with auditors to ensure a smooth audit process

• Working closely with finance and non-finance colleagues, customers and other professionals dealing with the organisation

• Helping the group accountant to coordinate any group consolidation adjustments

Profile

You will be a qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) accountant, with evidence of statutory financial accounting and preferably experience of auditing the housing or construction industry. You will have experience of IFRS and FRS 102 reporting and will be able to demonstrate a methodical approach to work. You should have strong IT and communication skills, with the ability to construct and maintain spreadsheets using advanced functions.

Job Offer

• 26 days holiday, rising with length of service

• Annual bonus

• Excellent pension scheme

• Private healthcare

Capital AccountantLocation: Central LondonContract: PermanentSalary: Up to £50K- 55K + BenefitsBadenoch + Clark Housing Team are proud to be partnering with a thriving G15 housing association based in Central London to appoint a Capital Accountant within the finance team.In this newly created role and your responsibilities will include maintaining the Group's fixed asset register, monthly management accounts in relation to tangible and intangible assets and ensuring all financial controls related to asset accounting are adhered to.The RoleKey Responsibilities:*Administration of capital asset program by performing periodic audits, tagging assets for tracking purposes and assigning proper acquisition values*Annual capital expenditure budget preparation*Consistent management of depreciation schedules*Dealing with reactive and planned maintenance*Calculate depreciation for all fixed assets using excel modelsPerson Specification*Ideally experience from with Public Sector, Government or Housing exposure *Educated to degree level *Fully qualified CCAB accountant*You will have professional gravitas to influence stakeholders at a senior level and generally strong skills in negotiation and persuasion. *You will understand how to act commercially within a not-for-profit business and act as a role model for the company values*Demonstrable experience of effective project management*Excellent verbal and written presentation skillIf you a qualified accountant with fixed asset or capital accounting experience who is looking for a new career opportunity please do get in touch with your most recent CV for immediate consideration.
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Want a role that offers a study support package and excellent opportunities to develop professionally?

Looking for a role that will allow you to further your Financial Accounting skills in a role that will give you genuine responsibility?

Are you a part-qualified or newly qualified accountant with experience in intercompany accounting and producing financial statements?

If yes, then read on!

My client is a London based international organisation who is looking for a Financial Accountant to join them on a permanent basis. With a study support package, a vibrant and dynamic work environment and an excellent progression path, this is a brilliant opportunity for someone who is looking to build on their financial accounting skills in a closely-knit team and is excited about the prospect of learning from an experienced line manager who will invest in someone ambitious.

The main responsibilities of this role are as follows:

• Take the lead on the preparation and production of the financial statements for the organisation's subsidiaries and manage their year-end procedures.
• Full responsibility for producing all monthly reports and conducting all subsequent analysis for management.
• Sole charge for ensuring that intercompany subsidiary accounts are reconciled and completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Be the key point of contact for any financial queries from both financial and non-financial staff in the subsidiaries and provide training and guidance as required.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience in preparing financial statements
• Be a part-qualified or newly qualified accountant.
• Have had exposure to intercompany accounting.
• Ideally have experience working in the charity sector.
• Be a confident communicator, proactive and have excellent Excel skills.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now as applications are being reviewed daily and the client wants to interview as soon as possible.

Finance Manager – Social Interest Group

The Social Interest Group (SIG) is new and innovative and was formed as a charity in 2014. Its sole aim is to be a vehicle to develop and strengthen the charities that are within it, so they in turn thrive and do social good.

We are currently looking for a Finance Manager to join our team at our head office based in Islington.

This role will require hands-on technical capabilities and the ability to quickly assess and apply financial best practice.  The successful candidate will need to act as both a technical lead and provide operational leadership to the team.

Supporting the Director of Finance & Resources, Executive Management Team, and Heads of Service/Service Managers with financial information, advice and analysis as requested. Taking the lead on the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts and managing the year end accounts preparation and external audit process. Key point of contact with Trustees regarding financial performance with regular reporting and debate at a senior level.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing monthly management accounts prepared by the finance team; bank and balance sheet reconciliations; analysis of financial performance; trading subsidiary accounts
• Preparing high quality financial reports and insightful analysis as requested by colleagues at all levels
• Building effective relationships with Heads of Department and Scheme Managers, communicating issues in a non-technical way that focusses on business benefits and finance as a service
• Preparation of charity SORP compliant annual financial statements and a comprehensive audit file ready for review by the external auditors; key point of contact with the auditors
• Reviewing annual budgets and quarterly forecasts prepared by Scheme Mangers and budget holders, to ensure optimal accuracy and reliability
• Attending Finance, Risk and Audit Committee meetings and providing finance related support and analysis to Trustees
• Checking and sign off of fortnightly BACs payment file and other bank transactions
• Supporting finance team members, for example through providing cover for absences and at busy times
• Develop the skills of the finance team to work collaboratively with the rest of the organisation in order to deliver on their objectives. This will involve using the Group’s performance appraisal framework to achieve team and individual performance targets
• Monitoring the finance budget, preparing business case justifications and cost/benefit analysis as required

Person Specification

• Qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with strong technical skills and a minimum of two years post qualification experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development and successful application of best practice in accounting
• Successful experience in a leadership role in finance including the development of effective short- and longer-term strategies
• In-depth knowledge of core financial processes such as purchase to pay and financial accounts
• Experience of leading and managing a team, ensuring that staff can develop to their full potential

Should you be interested in this post please send your CV with a covering letter.  Interviews to take place the week of 16th December.

The number two for grant reporting in the organisation, will be responsible for hitting the upcoming deadlines whilst ensuring that business as usual remains to a top standard.

Client Details

This worldwide organisation is responsible for driving companies and cities to be transparent with their environmental footprint. Focusing time and money on understanding and measuring the environmental impact, this company is building a sustainable economy for our future.

Description

• Ensuring all grant financial reporting deadlines are met, maintaining the highest quality, reliability and accuracy.

• Working with the finance officers and regional finance teams to ensure the completion of all global balance sheet reconciliations, including working with the Europe and North America on the inter-co reconciliations as well as assisting the Finance Officers with APLA offices financial reporting.

• Supporting the Group and Grant Reporting Manager in all aspects of their role with a clear focus on P8 (Nov 2019) and P10 (Jan 2020) reporting

• Assisting the Development team with grant proposal queries and other finance related queries

Profile

• Experience in a financial reporting environment whilst managing meeting deadlines

• Previous experience of grant financial reporting preferable

• Good IT skills including strong Microsoft Excel skills

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to learn on-the-job and work independently on tasks

• Prioritisation and organisation

Job Offer

Competitive day rate

Andy Nash Accounting & Consultancy are looking to appoint an Accountant to join their South Wales based team.  It is an exciting opportunity to join a growing firm offering accounting and financial consulting services to small and medium sized not for profit entities.

If successful you will be working alongside our team in South Wales, to provide accounting support to a broad spectrum of not for profit clients across the UK. Your tasks will include producing management and statutory clients for a number of clients, as well helping to manage independent examinations. You will be an enthusiastic and pro-active individual who loves being an integral part of a small and dedicated team, and have proven experience in supporting and supervising more junior staff.

You will be minimum professional stage ACA qualified, or Fundamentals stage ACCA qualified. We are an ICAEW training firm and will support you in completing your qualification. You will be reporting directly in to our Founding Director, and so this is a brilliant opportunity to learn from a sector specialist, and become an integral part of a fast growing firm with ambitions to be the best in its field.

Most importantly, you will have a proven track record either directly in or supporting the not for profit sector, and a desire to commit to working within the sector longer term.

If you think that you have the right skills and are interested in working for a firm specialising in Charity finance, we’d love to hear from you!

Salary

From £30,000 per annum FTE depending on experience

Location

Cardiff, CF24 until April 2020 at which point we will be relocating to Barry, CF62 with travel to clients across the UK

Hours

Between 28 to 35 hours per week.

About the firm

Andy Nash Accounting & Consultancy has been born from a desire to provide charities with an accounting option which has the specialist technical knowledge akin to that found within the charity teams of the top 20 accounting firms but with the personable and consistent working relationships found when partnering with smaller firms.  At Andy Nash Accounting & Consultancy, we see our clients as far more than just an important asset - they are part of the family.​

Focusing on not-for-profit entities means that we understand the sector and any members of our team must have a similar focus. We believe this is essential to enable us to provide the high-level quality that all our clients deserve.

We are committed to our staff’s welfare and wider development, and have a real desire to feel like a family firm - our greatest asset is our staff and so we take great pride in ensuring that you feel supported and developed in both your career and wider life.

Our founder, Andy Nash is an ICAEW ACA qualified accountant with significant experience in the third sector, including senior positions at Christian Aid and Lessons for Life Foundation. He was a finalist at the Business Finance Awards 2016 and was named by Financial Director as one of the top 35 finance professionals under 35 in May 2016. He is also a committed Christian and this is an essential part of the vision of the firm.

Main duties:

• Producing high quality and informative management accounts for a mix of not for profit clients.
• Producing high quality and SORP compliant statutory accounts for a mix of not for profit clients. 
• Providing wider book-keeping and payroll support where required.
• Provide support to clients on wider strategic area including forecasting and budgeting.
• Support clients with VAT and corporation tax returns where applicable, including Theatre Tax Relief and Orchestral Tax Relief claims.
• Lead independent examinations on clients, depending on experience.
• Supervise and mentor more junior staff within the office.
• Present management accounts and other reports to clients both via conference calling facilities and face to face.
• Manage a portfolio of clients, depending on experience, ensuring they are happy with the level of service that they are receiving from the firm.
• Other tasks as requested by the Founding Director.

Personal attributes:

Required - will be tested both via the application and interview

• Minimum professional stage ACA qualified, or Fundamentals stage ACCA qualified.
• Experience of working in or supporting the not for profit sector.
• Experience of producing SORP FRS 102 compliant statutory accounts.
• Experience of producing and presenting management accounts.
• Discretion and trustworthiness: you will often be party to confidential information.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Highly organised and a real ability to multitask.
• A good knowledge of MS Office packages.
• Able to travel to and work at different locations across the UK.

Desirable - may be tested both via the application and interview

• Good oral and written communication skills in Welsh.
• Experience of being on the board of not for profit organisation.
• Experience of working with cloud based accounting solutions such as Xero and Futrli.

Senior financial accountant in London University, managing the financial accountts, tax and treasury team.

Client Details

The organisation is a leading London University, with a large finance team. They are committed to academic excellence with around 20,000 students and an enviable central London location.

Description

As a Senior Financial Accountant within the Financial Accounting, Tax & Treasury Team, you will be responsible for:

• Leading on planning and delivery of financial statements for year end, ensuring they comply with all external statutory requirements

• Reviewing the University's corporation tax calculation

• Reviewing the UK and UAE VAT returns

• Reviewing month end journals such as accruals for areas including fixed assets and research

• Preparing and reviewing the preparation of the monthly cash and bank balances, interest receivable and interest payable

• Providing technical accounting, treasury and VAT advice to customers and colleagues

Profile

You must be ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CIPFA qualified, who has excellent analytical skills and is able to challenge and be innovative to improve the finance function. You must have strong interpersonal skills, and have a thorough understanding of VAT and tax in a higher education facility. You must have experience post-qualification including financial reporting, group accounts and taxation. Experience of US GAAP is desirable.

Job Offer

• Up to £58,000

• Exceptional pension scheme

• Holiday Benefits

Would you relish the chance to be responsible for the successful development and use of finance systems? Can you provide expert level systems support and identify and act upon opportunities for process improvements? Do you want to develop your career as a Finance Systems Accountant in a successful organisation?

My client is a large property provider based in London that has recently had an overhaul of finance systems and now have a need for dedicated specialist support in that area. Key responsibilities for the Finance Systems Accountant include:

• Acting as the systems administrator for numerous finance systems, applying a deep understanding of how various systems communicate in a complex organisation
• Developing and monitoring financial procedures and controls, seeking to improve processes through an inquisitive mindset wherever possible
• Providing training to users of the finance systems in both 1-1 and group settings, as well as supporting users with their queries
• Providing accurate and up to date documentation and process mapping
• Liaising widely across the business, building strong relationships across Finance and IT.

Situated in a lively area with excellent transport links, the offices are bright and modern and offer an attractive working environment. This is a wonderful opportunity to join the organisation at a time of interesting sector change and the need for a strong presence in Finance Systems means that your scope of influence will be wide reaching.

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

• Be a part or fully qualified accountant
• Have significant experience in both finance systems and basic accountancy positions
• Be an excellent communicator - including written and verbal English and the ability to produce professional support documentation

Applications are under constant review - please apply now to be considered.

Senior Subsidiary AccountantLocation: Central LondonContract: PermanentSalary: Up to £50K + BenefitsBadenoch + Clark Housing Team are proud to be partnering with a thriving G15 housing association based in Central London to appoint a Senior Subsidiary Accountant within the group accounting team. Our client is one of the leading providers in supplying communities with affordable housing across London.The RoleReporting directly to the Head of Group Financial Reporting, you will be responsible for the statutory accounting under FRS102 and Housing SORP 2018 for our group subsidiaries, including production of annual Financial Statements as well as monthly financial information, reviewing performance against the annual budget and quarterly forecasts. You will maintain accurate accounting records and control the relevant systems to ensure integrity and consistency of information. You will play an integral part of the annual Group audit of these entities and will need to work collaboratively across the Finance department, wider business and with external auditors to ensure a smooth and successful year end process. You will be able to provide technical expertise and knowledge, interpreting the relevant accounting standards and applying them, selecting appropriate accounting policies, whilst being able to explain these in a simple and understandable way. To take advantage of this opportunity you need to be a flexible, self-motivated individual who is keen to learn and improve on current processes, whilst being able to meet the following criteria:* Be a qualified CCAB accountant, with evidence of statutory financial accounting in a corporate entity, and preferably with some Group consolidation experience or experience from within practice.* Experience in statutory accounts preparation is essential, while external audit experience is desirable (particularly in Housing or Construction industry)* Have excellent technical accounting knowledge and an understanding of IFRS and FRS102 to interpret against complex transactions, discuss with auditors, and practically apply technical skills* Proven and applied knowledge and understanding of regulations relating to statutory accounts* Produce accurate information and reports Senior Executives, with experience in management accounting* Be an excellent communicator with sound presentation skills and the ability to influence people at senior levels* Have a proven track record of ability to manage projects and provide support to senior staff* General understanding of taxation matters affecting the Group and application of deferred tax accounting.Skills, Knowledge and Experience*Successful delivery of Statutory accounts within a regulated environment*Ideally experience from with Public Sector, Government or Housing exposure *Educated to degree level *Fully Qualified Accountant*You will have professional gravitas to influence stakeholders at a senior level and generally strong skills in negotiation and persuasion. *You will understand how to act commercially within a not-for-profit business and act as a role model for the company values*Demonstrable experience of effective project managementIf you a qualified accountant who is looking for a progressive career opportunity please do get in touch with your most recent CV for immediate consideration.
Badenoch + Clark acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Badenoch + Clark UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Badenoch + Clark. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser: https://www.badenochandclark.com/en-gb/candidate-privacy

Multiple not for profit organisations seeking newly qualified accountants to join them. Excellent starting salaries and generous benefit packages.

Client Details

I am currently working with numerous not for profit organisations based across London who are seeking newly qualified accountants to join their finance teams.

Description

These organisations are recruiting a range of roles, such as management accounting, financial accounting and other hybrid roles such as FP&A analysts.

Profile

You will be newly qualified (2018/2019) ACA / ACCA / CIMA.

Job Offer

The organisations offer salaries upwards of £50,000, and an excellent work life balance.

Tearfund is a Christian International Relief and Development agency working globally to end poverty and injustice; and to restore dignity and hope among the most vulnerable and poorest communities in the world. Tearfund responds to humanitarian crises and complex emergencies globally.

Tearfund is looking for an experienced accountant to join their International Finance team to provide an integrated, high quality and effective financial function and systems support for the International Group.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing active and responsive support across the following areas:

• Support to Cluster Finance Teams;
• Financial Business Process Improvement;
• Financial Process & Procedure Development Support;
• Financial Systems and Reporting Support;
• Finance Training & Capacity Development; and
• Financial Control & Risk Management.

We are looking for someone who:

• is a professionally qualified licenced accountant who has work experience in the non-government sector;
• has experience of implementing new processes, procedures and controls;
• has expertise in providing systems and reporting support within complex accounting structures;
• is able to provide responsive support to cluster finance staff to ensure controls are operating effectively and risks are minimized.

The candidate should be willing and available to travel and work within cross cultural settings, and should have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs.

The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding issues. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.

Group Consolidations and Reporting Manager, London: 8 months - £400 per day Umbrella Co.

For a complex, international organisation, we're recruiting an interim Group Consolidations and Reporting Manager for 8 months. Reporting to the Director of Financial Operations, the Group Consolidations and Reporting Manager will lead on multiple global entity consolidations reporting, Group financial accounting and closure. The role will also lead initiatives to improve the quality and integrity of the financial and sub-ledgers through SAP.

Main Duties:

• Manage production of all Group statutory reporting and consolidation, liaising with regional and country offices to ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements
• Manage and enhance the year-end close processes to improve speed and quality of year-end reports
• Manage audit process including planning and coordination with NAO and PWC
• Drive and ensure implementation of financial procedures, policies and systems
• Analyse and advice on implications of changes in accounting rules around Government Financial Reporting Manual (FREM) and IFRS and WGA Accounting.
• Ensure all Group Trial Balance, Balance Sheet accounts are analysed and validated
• Enhance and develop balance sheet review processes
• Oversee and control financial management of the Fixed Assets
• Ensure all financial reporting controls are in place between each subsidiary (globally) and the UK holding company in accordance with GAAP requirements
• Ensure the inclusion in the consolidation processes of additional subsidiaries building relationships with SAP finance management, Tax and Global Networks

Person Specification:

• Qualified or finalist level CCAB accountant
• Group Financial Consolidation experience
• Statutory reporting - local and Group
• Shared Services
• SAP experience is essential, as is excellent Excel skills
• Exposure of continuous improvement of processes and implementation
• Experience of working in a complex, global organisation is essential

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

Job title: Finance Manager

Location: Based in Bargoed.

Salary: £36,000 to £40,000 plus a pension contribution.

Hours per week:  37

About us:

Citizens Advice Caerphilly Blaenau Gwent, a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee, is the largest Citizens Advice service in Wales and one of the largest in the England and Wales network.

From our newly refurbished head office in Bargoed we run a range of services across our two counties, across the whole of Gwent and, from our 100 seat contact centre in Caerphilly, multiple telephone and digital advice services across England and Wales.

Over the last five years we have seen substantial growth and now employ just under 150 people and manage a budget in excess of £3.5 million.

About the role:

An  exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Finance Manager to join our team. The Finance Manager will be an integral part of the Senior Management Team.

As Finance Manager you will report to the Chief Executive Officer and hold a key relationship with the Trustee Board Treasurer. You will lead and develop the interface between management and the Trustees on financial matters and provide sound financial advice to Trustees, the Finance Committee, the Chief Executive, Operational Managers and other senior management colleagues. Ideally, you will have substantial experience in a similar role in the third sector environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To proactively lead an effective, efficient and professional Finance Function.

• To contribute, at a senior level, to the overall strategic and operational direction and objectives of the organisation including the development of the Charity’s business plan and risk register.

• To take responsibility for the provision of high quality financial reporting in support of the Charity’s operational objectives.

• To proactively protect and safeguard the charity’s assets, facilities and systems. 

• To lead on the development and maintenance of policies and procedures to ensure that the financial management of the charity complies with our internal policies, the relevant regulatory bodies and good practice.

• To lead on the development of appropriate financial management arrangements and advice to support the long-term financial sustainability of the charity.

• To oversee the work of the Finance Officer; providing support and the opportunity to reach full potential.

• Preparation of management accounts/finance reports on a quarterly basis and presentation to the Finance Committee and Trustee Board.

• To manage the preparation of the annual budget within the agreed timetable.

• To provide budget holders with accurate and timely performance and cost information to allow them to manage and understand their budgets effectively.

• Deal with all aspects of financial reporting to funders.

• To prepare the year-end statutory accounts and working papers satisfying all legislative and administrative requirements. To liaise with the external auditors.

• Other duties in keeping with the role of Finance Manager and a member of the Senior Management Team.

Essential skills and attributes

• The ability to commit to and work within the aims, principles and policies of the Citizens Advice service.

• Qualification with a recognised body in accounting/business and/or qualified by accounting experience.

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and reporting skills.

• High standard of IT literacy including accounting software, MS Office and in particular advanced Excel skills. 

• Commercially astute.

• An understanding of the Third Sector financial landscape, including grant funding, tenders and funder reporting.

• A working knowledge of accounting in the Charity Sector in recording and preparing financial records in accordance with the Charity SORP.

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role in a Third Sector environment.

• Ability to clearly explain technical financial information to non-finance colleagues and Trustees.

• Experience of producing financial reports for a range of audiences.

• Ability to interpret and analyse data to a high standard.

• Experience in the preparation of business plans, financial planning and budgeting.

• Positive leadership and management skills including experience of managing staff.

Closing date: 12 noon 29 November 2019

See Job pack for further information.

A well know, large national charity is approaching its busy year end and audit period, and is in need of an experienced Financial Accountant to support them through this time. You will be the lead Financial Accountant for all of the charity's subsidiaries; main responsibilities include:

• Preparing year end statutory accounts for all subsidiaries and related annual returns
• Leading external audits for Head Office-managed subsidiaries and supporting the preparation of the Group consolidated accounts
• Completing the month and year end accounting and reporting for all subsidiaries, including reconciling intercompany accounts, clearing intercompany balances and financial management report as required
• Ensuring that all data upload, bank reconciliation and payment process for subsidiaries are completed on time by the processing team
• Drafting and maintaining financial policies and procedures for subsidiaries

The successful candidate will:

• Be a fully qualified Accountant
• Have excellent experience of producing or auditing consolidated statutory accounts
• Be experienced with financial year end processes including liaising with auditors
• Have worked in a financial accounting/year end role within a large organisation with a number of entities/subsidiaries

Experience of charity accounting, including knowledge of charity SORP, would be beneficial.