Financial accountant jobs

This is a remote position with some preference for London UK, Freetown Sierra Leone or Nairobi Kenya

Scope of Work

1. Financial Data Entry & Reconciliation

• Enter and reconcile day-to-day financial transactions in the accounting system, including expenses, transfers, payments, and receipts.

• Ensure all entries are accurately coded to the appropriate cost centres, grants, or funding streams.

• Review and reconcile staff expense claims, payment vouchers, and supporting documentation.

2. Budgeting & Grant Allocations

• Support the allocation of expenditure to budget lines across multiple funding sources, ensuring compliance with donor requirements.

• Maintain the habit to monitor actual spend against budgets using existing systems (Netsuite), highlighting any anomalies or risks.

• Assist in the preparation of internal budget summaries and financial snapshots for program and leadership teams.

3. Financial Reporting

• Assist in compiling donor financial reports by collecting, reviewing, and formatting financial data in line with donor requirements.

• Liaise with grants and programme teams to ensure alignment between financial and narrative reports.

• Maintain up-to-date and audit-ready documentation to support all reporting outputs.

4. Managing Fiscal Sponsorship Financial Reports

• Ensuring that income from fiscal sponsorship partners are accurately recorded

• Preparing regular income and expenditure reports for fiscal sponsorship partners and addressing reconciling items. 

• Represent the Finance team in update meetings with potential  or current fiscal partners.

5. Audit & Compliance Support

• Organise financial documentation and support sampling processes during internal and external audits.

• Maintain orderly and accessible digital and physical filing systems for all financial records.

• Support implementation of financial policies, templates, and compliance checks, working closely with the Head of Finance.

We are currently recruiting for an Accountant- Financial & Reporting to join our Finance team based in Romford. You will:

• be fully qualified (e.g. ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with at least 3–5 years of post-qualification experience in a financial accounting or reporting role
• have proven experience in preparing statutory accounts and managing year-end audit processes
• have a strong working knowledge of relevant accounting standards (UK GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory reporting requirements.
• have demonstrated experience in general ledger management, balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end close. 

Job Title: Financial and Partnership Accountant (Maternity Cover)

Location: Rhodes House in central Oxford – hybrid working with 2-3 days in Rhodes House

Contract: Fixed Term – 14 months

Hours: Full-time

Salary: £60-70k per annum

Reports to: Finance Director

We have a brilliant opportunity for a Financial and Partnership Accountant to join the Rhodes Trust in Oxford. We are looking for the successful candidate to start with us as soon as possible.

The role

An interim opportunity has arisen to cover the key specialist responsibilities of the Senior Accountant, who will be on maternity leave from mid-October 2025 to the end of October 2026. This role includes acting as the lead financial accountant, preparing financial statements under Charities SORP, and overseeing the management of the annual audit.

The Rhodes Trust’s financial year ends on 30th June, with the audit conducted in late September and clearance expected by late October. While there are several qualified accountants within the team, this position requires specific expertise in Charities SORP financial accounting.

The successful candidate will be onboarded in time to support and shadow the 2024/25 year-end process and audit, and will then lead the process for the 2025/26 year-end. This presents an excellent opportunity for a financial accountant with Charities SORP knowledge to gain substantial experience in a highly sophisticated setting.

Additional responsibilities will include quarterly reporting to our external partners and oversight of key operational elements that support the management of operational risk in a well-structured, complex, but established environment.

The role will be responsible for;

• Financial accounting, including preparation and finalisation under Charity SORP, including multi-currency group consolidation;
• Audit lead (with support from other qualified accountants and the FD) with an established auditor;
• Confidential business partnering with respect to staff costs (with an outsourced payroll);
• Review and supervision of transactional activity for the partnerships, within a strong control environment;
• Quarterly management reporting to external funding partners;
• Full participation in an established and highly competent and collaborative departmental leadership team;
• Modelling value-based leadership to junior staff;
• Any other reasonable tasks as agreed with the Finance Director;

Other

• Role modelling the Trust’s organisational values of commitment, inclusion, belonging, growth and innovation.
• Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role, as requested.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• ICAEW/ACCA Qualified;
• Experience of the preparation of consolidated group financial statements under Charities SORP, with complex fund accounting in a multi-currency environment;
• A full understanding and experience of the processes of external audit
• Excellent interpersonal skills and can-do attitude;
• Confidence and familiarity with multi-dimensional accounting software;
• Advanced excel skills including pivot tables, vlookups, conditional formatting etc;
• Collaborative team player;
• Superb attention to detail;
• A deep commitment to the values, ethos and mission of the Rhodes Trust.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Experience using Sage Intacct;
• Well versed in using expense management systems;
• Strong background in an operational environment;
• Experience with Salesforce for donor or relationship management. 

About the Rhodes Trust

The Rhodes Trust is an educational charity which offers Rhodes Scholarships to exceptional students from around the world to come and study at the University of Oxford. Our mission is to build a better world through global fellowship programmes that develop and connect compassionate, innovative, and public-spirited people committed to solving humanity’s challenges.

In recent years, we have also partnered with several other remarkable organisations to create the Mandela Rhodes Foundation, the Atlantic Institute, the Schmidt Science Fellows, RISE and Oxford Next Horizons.

Benefits of working here

We are a global organisation and we use our deep connections across the world to bring together people of different backgrounds and viewpoints. We encourage our staff to challenge each other’s thinking and generate new ideas.

• 30 days annual leave (pro rata) plus 8 bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Generous family leave scheme
• Private health insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Personal development opportunities
• Additional benefits, such as free access to the University's gardens, parks, libraries and museums, and University staff discounts in shops across Oxford.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme

If you would like to find out more, please click ‘apply’ to view the full job description and to find the link to apply. Please send us your CV and a covering letter. Please note, this advert will close on 16 July 2025 at 17:00 BST.

If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email the Recruitment team.

The Rhodes Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We warmly welcome applications from talented people of diverse backgrounds and appoint without regard to age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, parental status, marital or civil partner status, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, nationality, religion or belief.

Financial Controller
£75,000 pa plus excellent benefits
London
Permanent, Full-time
Ref: TG654198

We’re looking for an experienced and qualified Financial Controller to lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose. This is a unique opportunity to join one of the world’s leading cultural institutions and play a central role in managing its financial operations. You’ll bring a recognised accountancy qualification and a proven ability to navigate complex financial environments, offering strategic insight and operational excellence.

Your leadership will inspire and develop a diverse team, fostering an inclusive and respectful culture. With strong interpersonal skills, you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders and support non-financial colleagues across the organisation. You’ll have deep expertise in financial systems, reporting, and taxation—including PAYE and VAT—and a passion for continuous improvement. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and share in Tate’s commitment to creativity, accessibility, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

First-round interviews are scheduled for 31 July and 1 August 2025. Candidates progressing to the next stage will be invited to a second-round interview, with further details provided in due course.

Frequently, we receive a high level of applications and as such, reserve the right to close applications before the advert deadline. To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

Our jobs are like our galleries, open to all.

Tate offers a range of benefits, including 25 days annual leave entitlement, rising to 27 days pro rata after 3 years of service; an extra day off for your birthday each year; a cycle to work scheme; opportunities for blended and flexible working; free access to Tate exhibitions and other museums and galleries; Life Assurance; and a ‘Defined Contribution’ pension scheme with generous employer contributions. Successful candidates who are already members of the Civil Service Pension Scheme or have recently left the scheme may be eligible to remain as members of this scheme instead.

Closing date: 24 July 2025

Head of Financial Planning and Analysis
£80,000 pa plus excellent benefits
London
Permanent, Full-time
Ref: TG654199

Tate is seeking a visionary finance leader with a recognised accountancy qualification and a strong track record in strategic leadership, operational excellence, and team development. This is a rare opportunity to bring your expertise to a world-renowned cultural institution at a pivotal moment of transformation.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in complex environments—ideally with experience in the public, cultural, or not-for-profit sectors—who can drive innovation, champion inclusivity, and help shape a sustainable financial future. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference through collaboration, creativity, and purpose-driven leadership, Tate is ready for you!

First-round interviews are scheduled for 31 July and 1 August 2025. Candidates progressing to the next stage will be invited to a second-round interview, with further details provided in due course.

Frequently, we receive a high level of applications and as such, reserve the right to close applications before the advert deadline. To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Our jobs are like our galleries, open to all.

Tate offers a range of benefits, including 25 days annual leave entitlement, rising to 27 days pro rata after 3 years of service; an extra day off for your birthday each year; a cycle to work scheme; opportunities for blended and flexible working; free access to Tate exhibitions and other museums and galleries; Life Assurance; and a ‘Defined Contribution’ pension scheme with generous employer contributions. Successful candidates who are already members of the Civil Service Pension Scheme or have recently left the scheme may be eligible to remain as members of this scheme instead.

Closing date: 24 July 2025

About you

As Financial Controller you will oversee our finance function ensuring that our management reporting, payroll, VAT, forecasting, sales and purchase ledger processes run as efficiently as possible and safeguard the assets of the charity.

We run payroll for around 400 staff and one large part of the role will be improving the processes around this, with support from the Finance Director and Head of HR.

You will line manage and support the development of two Finance Officers. You will report to the Director of Finance & ICT.

This is a new role and is a great opportunity to make your mark in a fascinating and challenging organisation.

What we offer:

The role is hybrid and you will work two days a week either in our office in Wandsworth (SW18 3HR) or East Acton (W12 0AE)

Pact offers a range of benefits including a free advice, information and counselling service, 3% contributory pension, corporate eye care scheme, cycle to work scheme and generous holiday entitlement. You will have the opportunity to attend training events to further develop yourself as a professional training and interventions worker. You will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team.

Why Join Pact?

• Be part of a values-driven organisation making a real difference in people’s lives.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Develop your leadership skills in a strategic finance role.
• Hybrid working model with flexibility and autonomy.

How to apply:

If you feel that you meet the requirements of this exciting role please complete an application form by submitting your CV and Cover Letter.

Organisation:

Pact is a highly respected independent charity, working across England and Wales to develop and deliver a range of innovative services. We provide practical and emotional support to prisoner’s children and families, to prisoners and those who have resettled back into the community. Our work is founded on core values, the first of which is a belief in the innate dignity of every human being, and our work focuses on human relationships, family and community. We are committed to achieving high standards of quality in all that we do.

Other information:

Pact is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including from people with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment).

This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3-year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison. We will also require a certificate of good conduct from the Police Force of the country of residence if you have resided overseas for a period of over 12 months (in the past 10 years while aged 18 or over).

Pact (the Prison Advice & Care Trust) is a pioneering national charity that provides caring and life changing services to men and women in prison, to people with convictions on release and in the community, and to their children and families.

Pact’s vision is of a society in which justice is understood as a process of restoration and healing, in which prisons are used sparingly and as places of learning and rehabilitation, and in which the innate dignity and worth of every human being is valued. We work for the common good of Society, taking a public health-based approach. We work at the intersection of criminal justice, child and family welfare, mental health, wellbeing provision and health & social care.

Our volunteers and staff can be found in courts, prisons, probation services, and in communities across England & Wales. We are a diverse, inclusive, modern, and collaborative charity. We build effective partnerships and sustainable solutions based on our well-established understanding of the systems in which we work, and on our historic values and ethos developed through our 120 years of service delivery.

As an inclusive employer, we welcome requests for job adverts and descriptions in accessible formats (for e.g. larger text) for candidates with disabilities, including those with neurodiversity.

Location: Two days a week either in our office in Wandsworth (SW18 3HR) or East Acton (W12 0AE)
Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £54,000 per annum plus £3,000 market supplement
Benefits: Generous Holiday allowance Season Ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Charity worker discounts Enhanced maternity package Wellness, inclusion, and diversity groups EAP scheme Life assurance

You may also have experience in the following: Head of Finance, Financial Controller, Management Accountant, Finance Director, CIMA, ACCA, Finance Manager, etc.

REF-222 747

Trainee Accountant

Salary£25,000 per annum

LocationLondon/Hybrid

Weekly Hours35

The Vacancy

Job Title: Trainee Accountant

Location: London/Hybrid

Salary: £25,000 per annum

Weekly Hours: 35

Reference: YMC1121643

Are you looking to launch your career in finance and gain hands-on experience while studying towards a professional qualification? Join YMCA England & Wales as a Trainee Accountant and take the first step in a rewarding and progressive finance career.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about building a future in accounting. As our Trainee Accountant, you’ll be part of a supportive and experienced Finance Team, working closely with the Management Accountant to gain valuable experience in preparing management accounts, analysing financial data, processing transactions, and supporting year-end audits.

You will be fully supported as you work towards your AAT qualification, gaining real-world experience that complements your studies and provides a solid foundation for future progression—whether into management accounting, financial analysis, or other specialist finance roles.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts for YMCA Retail.
• Process accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and depreciation journals.
• Analyse financial performance and liaise with teams across the organisation.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Contribute to audit preparation and respond to internal and external queries.
• Get involved in broader reporting, including manpower reports and charity surveys.

What We’re Looking For:

• Good GCSEs (including Maths and English).
• A genuine interest in finance and accounting.
• Willingness to study towards an AAT qualification (with support from us).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• A collaborative, proactive mindset.

Why YMCA?
YMCA England & Wales is part of the world’s largest youth charity. We support communities across the country and provide services that make a real difference in people’s lives. Joining our team means being part of a mission-driven organisation that values diversity, integrity, and professional growth.

Whether you're a school leaver, career changer, or already studying AAT, this role is a fantastic opportunity to develop practical experience while contributing to meaningful work.

Ready to Start Your Accounting Career?
Apply now and grow with us at YMCA.

Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.

Are you looking for a fulfilling & rewarding career?

Vibrance has an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to join our team. You will join us on a full-time contract and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £45,000- £50,000 pa, plus benefits. The role is based at our head office in Bethnal Green with the option of Hybrid working after a 6-month probationary period.

Vibrance is a registered charity supporting adults with additional needs in London and Essex. 

We encourage a working environment that at its core is inclusive, pioneering, and has the highest levels of integrity.

As an employer we are proud to have earned both the Investors in People Silver accreditation and ranked in the Sunday Times ‘Best Companies to work for’ list.

About our Management Accountant role:

The Management Accountant will be pivotal in providing accurate and timely financial information and analysis to support decision-making across our care projects. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management to ensure the company’s financial performance is closely monitored and aligned with organisational goals.

You will be responsible for managing time sensitive processes, budgeting, forecasting and providing insights into financial performance. We welcome candidates with a knowledge of the use of AI and other emerging technologies.

You will monitor operational costs and identify areas for cost reduction, ensuring financial controls are in place, proactively providing improvements to procedures and applying sound judgement based on knowledge and experience.

You will build strong and positive relationships with budget holders, senior managers and Heads of Departments, providing the necessary assistance and professional advice to assist them with the financial aspects of their duties. There is an expectation for you to lead on the creation of monthly management packs.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to an organisation that positively affects people’s lives.

What we’re looking for in our ideal Management Accountant:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA)
• Highly skilled with Excel and finance packages including Sage 200
• Supportive and willing to learn and develop with a proactive and solutions focused approach
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset.

• Strong understanding of financial controls, budgeting, and forecasting in a multi-site environment.

• Proven experience as a Management Accountant or in a similar financial role, ideally within the healthcare, social care, or similarly regulated sector.

In return for your skills, knowledge, and experience, you’ll enjoy:

• A comprehensive training programme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Rewards and recognition for your service
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Flexible Working Options (Subject to service requirements)
• Learning & Development
• Mindful Employer
• Positive about Disability
• DBS online applications paid by Vibrance
• Long Service Awards

Vibrance welcomes applications from all sections of the community including from people with disabilities. As users of the Disability Confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who satisfy the essential criteria for a job vacancy and consider them on their abilities.

At Leeds Credit Union, we believe in the power of ethical finance to make a real difference in our communities. With a strong heritage of delivering accessible financial services and a deep commitment to financial wellbeing, we’re seeking a dynamic, strategic, and values-driven Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to take us into our next chapter of growth and impact.

The Role

As CEO, you’ll be the driving force behind the strategic direction and operational success of Leeds Credit Union. You will:

• Be a regulated leader, holding SMF8 level repsonsbilities.
• Provide visionary leadership to a passionate senior management team.
• Champion our mission and values in public forums, media engagements, and stakeholder events.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with local authorities, regulators, partner organisations, and members.
• Lead the organisation through a time of opportunity, challenge, and transformation within the financial services landscape.
• Ensure robust governance, financial sustainability, and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an inspirational leader who is:

✅ Strategically minded – with a proven track record in developing and delivering business strategy.
✅ A natural relationship-builder – confident in representing an organisation at the highest levels.
✅ Experienced in financial services, not-for-profit, or membership-based organisations.
✅ A strong team leader – able to coach, motivate and develop a high-performing executive team.
✅ Commercially astute – with sound judgement and a commitment to ethical finance.
✅ Driven by purpose – someone who sees beyond the bottom line and is passionate about improving lives.

Why Join Us?

At Leeds Credit Union, you’ll find more than just a leadership role – you’ll find a platform to create meaningful impact. With over 37,000 members and a strong community presence, we’re looking for a CEO who sees potential and drives it forward with energy, empathy and excellence.

Ready to Lead Change?

If you’re a strategic, outward-facing leader with a heart for inclusive finance and a head for sustainable growth, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of Leeds Credit Union.

Click apply to register your interest request a candidate pack.

Prospectus are delighted to be working with a new client who are a well-established frontline charity and supporting them with the recruitment of a Management Accountant role.

This Management Accountant role is available on a permanent contract and full-time basis. The salary band is £45,000-£50,000 and has hybrid working arrangements after probationary period. The charity’s head office is based in East London.

The Management Accountant will work closely with the senior management team and play a key role monitoring financial performance ensuring it is aligned with organisational objectives.

You will be responsible for managing financial processes, budgeting, forecasting, provide financial insights that will aid projects, monitor operational costs, improve financial controls and procedures and lead on creation of monthly management packs for senior leadership. You will also build and maintain professional relationships with senior managers, budget holders, and Head of Departments and be on hand to provide financial advice and assistance.

You will be a qualified accountant (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, ACA) and have proven experience as a management accountant or in a similar finance role. You will have a strong understanding of budget management, financial controls and forecasting. You will have strong IT literacy, with experience using Microsoft Excel and Sage 200.

You will be detail orientated and have high levels of numerical accuracy. You will also have strong levels of organisation and time management skills.

Desirably, you will have experience working within a finance role within a healthcare, social care or a similar regulated organisation.

About ARTICLE 19

For over 35 years, ARTICLE 19 has worked for a world where all people everywhere can freely express themselves and actively engage in public life without fear of discrimination.

Together with our partners, we:

• THINK: We develop cutting-edge research and legal and policy analysis to drive change worldwide.
• DO: We lead work on the frontlines of expression through our 9 regional hubs across the globe.
• PROPEL: We propel change by sparking innovation in the global freedom of expression movement.

When you work with ARTICLE 19, you’re not just joining an organisation – you’re joining a movement for a freer, fairer world.

Find out more about what we do​ on our website. 

Your contribution to the team
You will support all financial aspects of budgeting, reporting, compliance and financial management of grants managed by ARTICLE 19, including all finance-related work with grant-receiving partners. The role is a key part of improving our programme delivery by supporting grant budget holders.

​What you can expect in a typical day

• To support production of financial reports in compliance with donor and internal ARTICLE 19 requirements for a portfolio of projects managed by ARTICLE 19.
• To generate and review transactional reports and follow through as necessary with corrections and adjustments.
• To receive, process and account for expenditure by grant partners, including reviewing supporting documentation.

What you will bring to the role

• Qualified accountant with a CCAB recognised qualification, or working towards qualification, or qualified through relevant work experience.
• Understanding of accounting for restricted income and expenditure in line with international nonprofit financial reporting standards and donor requirements.
• Experience in partner due diligence and partner finance management, including reviewing financial capacity, assessing financial risk, and supporting partners to strengthen financial systems and compliance.
• Experience of working with overseas partners and offices, understanding different cultural and regulatory environments

For further details on the role and requirements, please see the job description on our recruitment system.

How to apply

If this has inspired you, please submit your CV and cover letter to our recruitment system.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Application Deadline: 20 July 2025
We appreciate that no candidate will meet every requirement of the role, if your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified, and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to hear from you. 

Our Reward Package

• Salaries are determined by our salary scale.
• We offer comprehensive benefits including a range of well-being plans; generous paid leave and public holidays; family friendly policies; generous sickness and absence leave.

Our Culture
We are a people centred and flexible employer, friendly and a passionate global organisation who live and breathe the same mission and values. We strive to be agile and work collaboratively and are committed to DEI and staff wellbeing.

Our commitment as an equal opportunities employer
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate individuality and encourage you to join us and be your authentic self at work with the freedom to have responsibility, autonomy, and creativity within your role.

Panathlon Foundation is seeking a Financial Controller (FC) to oversee the charity’s finances and support our mission of delivering inclusive sporting opportunities to children with disabilities and special needs across the UK.

This is a flexible, part-time role (2/3 days per week) that can be fully remote, making it ideal for someone seeking meaningful work with a values-driven organisation alongside other commitments.

As Financial Controller, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day financial management and reporting across the organisation. 

You’ll work closely with the CEO, COO, Fundraising team, and Trustees to ensure financial sustainability, transparency, and strategic insight. 

You’ll also play a key role in budgeting, impact reporting, and funder support.

Key Responsibilities

● Oversee financial operations, including payroll, ledgers, reconciliations and monthly management accounts

● Manage budgeting and forecasting, delivering regular financial updates and variance analysis

● Support impact and KPI reporting, linking financial data to programme outcomes

● Collaborate on donor and fundraising reporting, providing financial analysis for grants and proposals

● Manage invoicing and income tracking with schools and partners using Xero software.

● Support the CEO and Trustees with governance, audits, and committee reporting
 

About You

Essential

● ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified with relevant charity finance experience

● Strong knowledge of Xero (essential)

● Experience preparing management accounts, budgets, and donor reports

● High attention to detail and strong financial analysis skills
 

Desirable

● Understanding of charity finance regulations, SORP, or grant-based funding

● Experience working with schools, education and charity sector

Please apply with a short covering letter and C.V. explaining your suitability for the role by the deadline of JULY 25th 
 

Management Accountant 
Salary: circa £55,000
Permanent, Hybrid working 
Hybrid working 2 days a week in Central London office

Join one of the UK’s most iconic cultural institutions as a Management Accountant. This world-renowned arts organisation is at the forefront of the creative and cultural sector championing artistic innovation, collaborating with global talent, and delivering boundary-pushing public programmes.
Reporting to the Head of FP&A, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality management information, budgeting support, and performance analysis that enables senior leaders to make confident, informed decisions.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an astute finance professional to step into a high-impact role, contributing directly to the financial health and sustainability of a globally respected creative organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the production of monthly management accounts with insightful variance analysis and commentary
• Assist in delivering timely and accurate budgets and reforecasts across a diverse range of departments
• Develop and maintain financial models to support planning and decision-making
• Partner with key budget holders, offering financial insight and challenge to support effective performance management
• Contribute to the evolution of dashboard reporting and the integration of non-financial KPIs
• Play a hands-on role in enhancing reporting processes, controls, and reconciliation of restricted and project-based funds
• Provide ad hoc analysis to support senior stakeholders and strategic initiatives

About you:

• You’re a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• You’ve got solid experience in management accounting and budgeting, ideally in a complex or project-based environment
• You’re analytically strong, systems-savvy, and confident building models and drawing meaningful insight from financial data
• You enjoy business partnering, communicating financial concepts clearly and building trusted relationships across teams
• You’re proactive, adaptable, and driven by purpose you want your work to have a meaningful impact

We welcome applications from all sectors—including industry, charity, and practice. What matters most is your ability to bring financial insight and business acumen.

We're looking for a organised, proactive and resilient System Accountant to join our Finance Team located at our Head Office in Islington.

£62,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week.

Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert)
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
* Online wellbeing resources
* A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
* Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
We are seeking a proactive and technically adept Systems Accountant to support the implementation of Unit4 ERP system within our housing association. The post holder is expected to take over the ongoing system admin role post go live. This pivotal role bridges finance and IT, ensuring seamless integration, data integrity, and enhanced financial reporting capabilities.

What you'll do:
ERP Implementation & Project Support
* Support the Project Team in the implementation of Unit4 ERP modules tailored to housing association needs.
* Assist in data migration activities, ensuring accurate and efficient transfer of financial data.
* Support the user acceptance testing to validate system functionality and data integrity.
* Provide training and support to end-users during and after the implementation phase.
System Administration & Support
* Act as the primary point of contact for all Unit4 ERP related queries and issues.
* Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement necessary updates or patches.
* Maintain and update system documentation, including user guides and procedural manuals.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
* Develop and maintain financial reports and dashboards within Unit4 ERP to support decision-making.
* Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies through system controls.
Continuous Improvement & Stakeholder Engagement
* Identify opportunities for system enhancements and process improvements.
* Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure the system meets organizational needs.
* Stay abreast of Unit4 ERP updates and best practices to inform system development.

What you'll bring:

Essential:
* Proven experience in managing and supporting Unit4 ERP systems, preferably in the housing or public sector.
* Part Qualified Accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience.
* Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and processes.
* Experience in data migration, system testing, and user training.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels

Desirable:
* Familiarity with housing association operations and sector-specific financial requirements.
* Experience in supporting ERP implementation projects.
* Knowledge of SQL or other reporting tools for data analysis.

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Please see our website for full Job description