Freelance Bookkeeper/Accountant

Join Union Grove Community Nursery as Our Freelance Bookkeeper

Role: Freelance Bookkeeper / Accountant

Location: Union Grove Community Nursery, Lambeth, London (Hybrid – some in-person work approximately 2-3 times per year)

Fee: £550/month inclusive of VAT (open to discussion – please include your rates in your application)

Start Date: to be discussed
Time Commitment: Flexible – estimated hours per month to suit your availability

About Us
Union Grove Community Nursery is a long-standing, not-for-profit nursery based in Lambeth. For 25 years, we've offered high-quality, affordable childcare to local families, placing warmth, care, and community at the heart of what we do.

As a small charity (annual income under £500k) caring for up to 48 children at a time, we pride ourselves on giving every child the attention and support they need to thrive. Our team is friendly, values-driven, and committed to creating a safe, joyful environment for early years education.

The Opportunity
We’re looking for a friendly and reliable freelance bookkeeper or accountant to join our extended team and help keep our finances running smoothly. You’ll play a key behind-the-scenes role, supporting our nursery’s sustainability and ensuring we can continue delivering quality care for local families.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working with purpose-led organisations, and who values flexibility, community impact, and clear communication.

Your Key Responsibilities

●     Run monthly payroll (ideally in-person with our Nursery Administrator), and issue payslips to staff

●     Prepare monthly management accounts in a clear, accessible format for trustees and management

●     Produce statutory annual accounts for submission to Companies House and the Charity Commission

●     Provide ad-hoc support and advice on bookkeeping, accounting, and financial queries as well as forecasting

●     Assist in creating cash flow forecasts or budgets

●     Act as a secondary bank signatory

What We’re Looking For

●     Proven experience in bookkeeping or accountancy, ideally with small charities or community organisations

●     Confidence with payroll processes and charity finance

●     A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset – someone we can turn to with financial questions

●     Familiarity with accounting software and simple reporting formats

●     Bonus if you have experience working with voluntary boards or in the non-profit sector

We can only accept applicants who are residents of the UK with a valid right to work.

What You'll Gain

•  A flexible freelance role with real community impact
•   The chance to work alongside a values-driven team
•   An opportunity to support a long-standing charity doing meaningful early years work
•   A warm, supportive, and child-focused environment

How to Apply
If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you! Please send a short email outlining your experience and your freelance rate to our email address. Feel free to include your CV or a portfolio if helpful.

Union Grove Community Nursery is committed to building an inclusive team and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life.

Let’s make a difference together – one child, one family, and one balance sheet at a time.