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To support the Head of Finance in providing high quality revenue accounting, cost accounting and analysis. To act as business partner to the Association's Heads of Service and other budget managers, providing support and challenge to the management of their budgets. To contribute to the monthly management accounts, the annual accounts and the annual budget under the guidance of the Head of Finance. To provide ad-hoc cover for capital accounting roles.

Client Details

My client is a leading housing association that has a strong and well established reputation in the UK market. Due to a new project in the finance team, this role will assist with the delivery of routine financial reporting for the business.

Description

Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for:

• Complete the month end processes in line with the closing calendar deadlines
• Business partner with key business stakeholder groups including leads, cost centre owners and finance stakeholders
• Support the preparation of routine management, reporting including associated variance analysis, fixed costs and commentary
• Ensure compliance to internal controls as set and governed via the group internal control framework
• Assist in explaining accounting issues and evolving accounting guidance to other areas of the business
• Provide support and assist in operational aspects of business initiatives or projects
• Ensure day to day accounting activities comply to Group accounting policies and procedures or specific regulations, laws and standards
• Support the preparation of budget and forecasts in line with agreed time lines
• Assist with quarterly/ half year reviews and audit requirements
• Identify areas for improvements and actively participate in the continuous improvements of accounting processes, financial systems and reporting

Profile

The Successful Management Accountant:

• You will have a minimum two years' experience of working in a similar role.
• Be able to demonstrate an understanding and application of relevant accounting standards.
• Have proven track record of robust forecasting of organisational cash flows.
• Must be able to demonstrate experience of working to strict timetables. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, creative and has a keenness to learn and develop professionally.
• You will have experience in interpreting and communicating financial results through reports.
• You will be confident in proactively preparing a budget with the business and offering professional challenge where appropriate.
• You will enjoy making processes efficient by default.

Job Offer

• £45,000 - £50,000
• Hybrid working model
• Multiple opportunities for role related training which can be done online or face to face. This includes professional qualifications relevant to the role.
• Pension scheme where they will match your contribution up until 10%
• Cycle scheme where you can purchase a bike and pay the cost monthly through your salary.
• Free eye test and a contribution towards new glasses
• Life assurance scheme
• Private Health Cash Plan
• Well being programme

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the SVP as a Senior Assistant Management Accountant within our National Finance team based in Bradford. There is free parking onsite and excellent public transport. In Bradford you will be based in a support centre with a charity shop, garden and community café.

The ideal candidate support the Management Accountant, Head of Finance and wider Finance team as required, with additional reporting to the Trading Board of Directors. There is particular focus on management of the Trading subsidiary and any projects managed outside the framework by the National Office while leading and supporting the Assistant Management Accountant on balance sheet reconciliations, aggregation and reporting on funding platforms, payments outside of the purchase ledger, and monitoring of the special works.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about high quality service to deliver the best outcomes. This is an interesting opportunity to work for a flexible employer committed to its staff wellbeing and professional development.

Working Hours = You will be contracted to 37.5 hours per week working Monday to Friday

Location = St Vincent’s Bradford

Contract = Permanent

Salary = £30,000 per annum  

Benefits Package = 33 days holiday (pro rata) per year inclusive of bank holidays increasing to 38 days with service, competitive pension scheme, birthday day off, enhanced maternity pay, buy/sell holiday schemes, Employee Assistant Programme, cycle to work scheme and lots more.

YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Management of the SVP Trading company reporting, recognition of income, prepayments, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Monitoring transfers on intercompany balances for special projects and ensuring effective and timely communication by the Assistant Management Accountant.
• Monitoring Legacy administration and ensuring reconciliation of all control accounts related to funding platforms ensuring outstanding items are promptly resolved.
• Business partnering to CSPs on monthly management accounts, escalating queries and being the lead for resolution of issues
• Identifying issues to be resolved and ensuring prompt submission of quarterly VAT returns, PayPal income/setup, HMRC account setup, Retail Gift Aid (monthly), allocations for fundraising campaigns, Trading activities etc.
• Provide back up to the Finance operations team as required across all functions including income and sales ledger, expenditure and purchase ledger, and banking and cash.
• Assist with the Society’s tendering procedures and develop systems to ensure value for money
• Providing financial support and being the lead on all accounting queries for the Trading Board of Directors, Director of Retail and Trading, and Log Committees as required
• Provide Payroll Support cover

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:

• Minimum AAT Level 4
• 2 years’ experience in assisting with management accounts
• Experience with complex organisational structures , and producing accurate management accounts within this structure
• Sympathy with the Christian aims and purposes of the Society and is able to value people of all faiths or none
• Has excellent IT and data manipulation skills. Advanced excel skills (for example SUMIFS, VLOOKUPS, Macros and Pivot Tables) are essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to 100% accuracy

HOW TO APPLY:

If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience to fulfil this role successfully, please apply in the first instance with your CV. 

Closing Date = 26th August 2022

Deadline for Application Packs = 5th September 2022

Interviews = TBC

ABOUT THE SVP:

The St Vincent de Paul Society (or as it is often known - the SVP) is an international Christian voluntary organisation dedicated to tackling poverty and disadvantage by providing practical assistance to those in need. We feed the hungry, we support the homeless, we visit the lonely and we befriend the stranger.

Whilst we ask that staff have sympathy with the Christian values, religion is not taken into account in recruitment as we value people of all faiths or none.

My client is a world-renowned organisation dedicated to the protection, understanding and conservation of our natural world and resources. Having recently promoted internally within their finance team they are now looking to appoint to a new trainee role.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress within the accounting world, offering the appointed candidate the opportunity to learn and flourish in a rewarding and supportive mentoring environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the financial planning team in the annual budgeting cycle including variance and cost centre analysis.
• Contribute to the month end process including accruals, prepayments and journal calculations.
• Assist with process improvement projects relating to the finance system(s)
• Provide general support to the finance team during busy periods including year end.

The successful candidate will be someone who has already chosen a career in accounting, backed up by both early stage practical experience and professional studies. Now looking to take their first step towards management accounting and business partnering, this role is a great fit for someone who is ambitious, proactive and looking to fast track their career.

This role will be offered on a Hybrid basis 2/3 days working in office.

Our client believes everyone deserves access to life's essentials and no usable product should go to waste. Since being founded by HRH The Prince of Wales in 1996, £297m of products have been donated by 1,250 manufacturers and retailers. They’ve diverted 32,725 tonnes of stock from going to waste, helping 11,655?charitable organisations.

They provide a single contact point for companies to donate new consumer goods such as toiletries, cleaning and laundry products, clothes, toys and office supplies to the communities that need them. Working with big names including P&G, Essity, Kimberly-Clark, PZ Cussons, and Amazon; they are the only UK charity with the infrastructure able to deliver this service at scale. The overall impact is an efficient, practical solution which improves people’s lives, makes giving easy for companies, and unlocks vital resource into the charity and voluntary sector.

Their network of thousands of charitable partners is a diverse mix of UK charities, community groups, food banks and schools. The majority of those they work with have an annual income below
£100,000, working with either a handful of staff or run by volunteers. In 2021, they generated £27m in savings for their network.

They are looking for an experienced finance professional with attention to detail and excellent communication skills to join their small finance team within the Partnerships & Impact division. You will be responsible for delivering all aspects of the charity group’s financial transactions & processes and tasks. This role will work with the Finance Manager to develop a business-partner approach to finance and grow financial understanding across the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to join them on their growth journey as they aim to triple their impact for communities by 2025.

You will lead on delivering efficient and robust processes that maximise the power of their systems to enable their growth. Confident working independently, as well as excited to collaborate across teams, bringing your insight that leads to strong decision making. You will manage specific areas including payroll, liaising directly with the HR function. We believe this role would be a great next step for someone with established financial experience looking to develop and share their knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

Management Accounts & Treasury support (50%)

• Preparation of management accounts including comparison with budget and forecasting.
• Updating budgets and cashflow, working as a business partner to teams to advise and challenge.
• Support the smooth running of projects with accurate and timely financial information.
• Work with the Finance Manager to prepare the charity’s group & entity annual accounts.
• Responsible for updating and maintaining their chart of accounts.
• Responsible for developing financial reports, using e.g. JET/MS power BI

Transaction processing, VAT & Inventory records (25%)

• Input and maintain accurate financial records, including
• All income including grants, donations and ecommerce charges
• Banking records across the Group and associated allocation of funds
• Compliant donation recording to meet any funder requirements
• All assets, debtors, creditors, accruals, and prepayments
• Sales invoices, BACS reconciliation and payment journals.
• Intercompany reconciliation across the organisation.
• Responsible for the group VAT accounting and returns
• Responsible for maintaining fixed asset and inventory list with depreciation calculations.

Process improvement and organisational planning support (15%)

• Assist with the preparation of the annual budget and long-term strategic planning.
• Review of financial processes to ensure compliance with accounting and data regulation.
• Power user of financial systems, championing their development and process automation
• Support organisational forecasting to support robust decision making and resource planning.
• Working with staff across the organisation to offer guidance and insight.

Payroll and pension (10%)

• Responsibility for payroll, pension administration and benefit management.
• Liaise with HR function to ensure processes are robust and timely.
• To succeed in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:
• Qualified accountant ACCA/CIMA or equivalent
• Experienced user of Dynamics Nav/Business Central for accounting
• Strong IT skills, particularly MS Excel
• An eye for innovation, and openness to doing things differently
• Ability to communicate financial data and analysis concisely and engagingly
• Accurate data entry skills with a methodical, diligent approach
• Post-qualification experience; preferably within the charity sector (D)
• Experience of dealing with a trading subsidiary (D)

Working for Our client

Their team receive excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including an interest free travel loan, volunteering days, 25 days holiday each year (plus public holidays, pro rata) and 7% pension scheme entitlement.

They seek to challenge discrimination and are committed to their values of kindness, togetherness, integrity and innovation. They are on an organisational journey to achieving their EDI vision and welcome any questions about their progress and aspirations. They especially welcome applications from anyone with lived experience of being on low income. They will meet all reasonable expenses and make reasonable adjustments for anyone invited to interview.

How to apply

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Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Contract: 4 days a week (open to flexible options)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 pro rata
Location: Remote working with 2 days/week in their London office

You may have experience of the following: Accountant, Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Corporate Accountant, Assistant Accountant, Financial Controller, Financial Analyst, Senior Accountant, etc.

Ref: 135 216

This exciting Management Accountant role offers a salary of £30,000-£35,000 p/a and is a charity that focusses on pastoral, health care, education and outreach work globally. You will be working in their Maryfield office.

In your new role you will be responsible for ensuring the accounts are accurate, timely and that all numbers are fully supported and understood within the organisation. You will be taking ownership of the balance sheet accounts and all aspects of income.

Some of your duties will include:

• Manage & maintain timely and accurate Purchase, Sales Ledgers and other records of allocated units.
• Management and Maintenance of all allocated Bank accounts.
• Manage allocated Communities accounts reviews and queries.
• Process and manage Intercompany recharges and reconciliations.
• Systems development and improvements for increased efficiencies.
• Assist in timely preparation and review of accurate management reports, annual accounts, budgets and supporting documents for Audit Purposes.

To excel in this role, you will have proven experience in a Management Accountant role and be part-qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA.

Alongside a salary of £30,000-£35,000 p/a, our new organisation will offer you a range of exciting benefits.

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Management accountant role for a newly qualified accountant at a London University.

Client Details

This University is well known and has won multiple awards for it's teaching as well as for the internal running of the organisation. They are growing organically and through M&A and delivering well on their strategic and financial objectives. The finance team is high calibre and highly regarded across the university and the sector.

Description

• Produce management accounts for business units, including detailed analysis
• Business partner key stakeholders to support decision making
• Contribute to the annual year end process
• Work on key projects across the organisation as financial lead

Profile

You will be a newly qualified accountant from accountancy practice (ACA, ICAEW, ICAS or similar) and have a strong understanding of technical finance, alongside dealing with key stakeholders at a senior level.

An interest in education or the not-for-profit sector would be extremely helpful.

Job Offer

Salary c£53,000 plus excellent benefits (35 days holiday and 20% pension)

An independent charity aiming to improve the health and social system in England.

Your new organisation
The King's Fund is an independent charitable organisation working to improve health and care in England. Their vision is that the best possible health and care is available to all by helping to shape policy and practice through research and analysis; developing individuals, teams and organisations; promoting understanding of the health and social care system; and bringing people together to learn, share knowledge and debate. The organisation has a turnover of £15m and finance consists of a small very engaged team.

Your new role
As a result of a member of the team going on maternity leave, The King's Fund are seeking to appoint a Management Accountant on a 1-year fixed term contract basis. This post reports to the Senior Management Accountant and will be responsible for specific budget areas including Policy, Events & Partners, Facilities and Communications. Two of these budget areas are income generating. The role will involve working with budget holders and others, to compile budgets and forecasts, monitor and report on financial performance and help them understand complex financial issues. You will ensure that at each stage, from presenting monthly reports to investigating variances, best practice is followed, and productive relationships are developed across the Fund. The postholder will join at a key time with the budgeting process happening in October. There are exciting projects planned within the budget areas over the coming year and the Management Accountant will get involved in the financial aspects of those.

What you'll need to succeed
You will studying towards a qualification with experience in a management accounting role including budget holder interaction. You will be a strong communicator with the ability to liaise with different budget holders. Applications from candidates with experience within or outside the sector are both welcomed.

What you'll get in return

First and foremost, you will join a welcoming team who will support you to succeed in the role. The organisation also offers excellent work life balance including flexibility with an openness to discussing hours that will suit you best and a minimum 40% in the office for the foreseeable future. The organisation contributes double your pension amount between 3% and 6% - i.e. They will contribute 12% if you contribute 6%. They offer 27 days annual leave excluding bank holidays. They offer a subsidised lunch scheme on days when you are in the office. The organisation has a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and this is championed in part through their employee networks.



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A large Charity body in Central London is looking for a Management Accountant to join the team on a temp to perm basis.

Client Details

A lovely Charity organisation in Central London, offering hybrid working and flexible hours.

Description

Working with all budget holders, the Finance Manager and the Finance Director to develop budgets in line with the strategic plans on a timely and accurate basis.

The timely production of accurate monthly management accounts and disseminated to all budget holders;

The initial review of draft management accounts with the Finance Manager and Finance Director prior to their circulation;

Holding meetings as appropriate with budget holders to review current spend and develop action plans for achieving budget;

Timely and appropriate commentary on the management accounts by each budget holder including their action plans for how negative variances are to be addressed;

Liaise with HR to produce summary reports that identify staff costs compared to budget by department and/or project and explain the variances.

Active review of management reporting formats and processes ensuring that management accounts remain relevant and key trends are highlighted effectively.

Reconciliation of key balance sheet accounts as directed by the Finance Manager. Reconciliations to be completed monthly

Profile

• Experience in Omni Ledger
• Strong Excel - Pivot tables/vlook ups
• Ability to do end to end Management Accounts and Variance Analysis

Job Offer

£22-26ph

Hybrid working

This role will work alongside two other Rent Accountants and will support the Financial Controller in delivering across all areas of this role, which is a key conduit between the finance function and their external national housing management provider.

Client Details

This client is a fast growing housing provider located in Central London. They are an extremely reputable organisation who offer a very competitive package.

They truly care about the outcomes they deliver; creating safe and environmentally friendly places for people to flourish. They consider themselves as curious, passionate and inventive in the way they create social change. It is a fast-paced and supportive environment where ambitious and proactive people thrive.

Description

The responsibilities of the Rent Accountant include:

• Assists in maintenance of rent ledger and responsible for posting rent journals to general ledger, along with servicing Rent email inbox
• Supports the Service Charge team to post annual service charge actuals and updating rent ledger for correct service charge amounts to tenants
• Ownership of Net Operating Income (NOI) P&L lines relating to rent and service charge income, posting accruals and prepayments when appropriate plus reviewing accounts to ensure high degree of posting accuracy
• Provides Financial Controller with rent receipts data for quarterly reporting to our lenders
• Completing and maintaining monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Assists in the maintenance of Shared Ownership Direct Debit payment file to ensure correct rents captured timely from tenants, as well as maintaining and reconciling cash book entries
• Works closely with Management Accounts and Accounts Payable teams to ensure smooth running of month-end processes

Profile

The successful Rent Accountant will be:

• Part-Qualified - ideally a finalist
• Strong attention to detail to ensure a high degree of accuracy
• Experience of maintaining rent ledgers and cashbooks required
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Property sector experience preferred
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Job Offer

The successful Rent Accountant will receive:

• 25 days holiday (exc public holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Income Protection Scheme
• Perkbox membership
• Employee assistance programme
• Study support
• A very supportive and welcoming environment

Allen Lane are delighted to be assisting a London based charity with the recruitment of a Senior Management Accountant. This key role will be responsible for the delivery of finance business partnering to several of the charities directorates and be responsible for the management of two Management Accountants. The role will include:

• Leading a comprehensive management accounting service to the charity directorates and Budget Holders
• Run and manage the monthly management reporting process including the annual budget process
• Running regular budget meetings with budget holders to provide advice and guidance around budget management
• Preparation of long terms financial planning forecasts as part of the business planning process
• Prepare and develop financial costings and appraisals
• Lead and manage a team of two providing support and guidance to team members

The ideal candidate for this role will be a qualified Accountant who has proven experience in a similar role. Knowledge of UK GAAP as well as experience of leading and manage a finance business partnering and reporting function is essential. Experience of the education or charities sector is highly desirable.

Financial Accountant role in London offering £40,571 per annum with a prestigious membership organisation.

Your new company

You will be joining one of the largest membership organisations in the United Kingdom. Their members have been making a difference and improving people's health and wellbeing for the last 70 years.

Your new role

You will be responsible for the monthly Balance sheet reconciliations and month end close process for the legal entities and ensuring timely and accurate reporting of management information. You will lead the finance processing team including Accounts Receivables & Payables and assist the Financial Controller with the preparation of statutory accounts and audit

What you'll need to succeed

They are looking for a candidate who will be able to demonstrate:

• CCAB qualified or part qualified, or QBE accountant with relevant experience
• Comprehensive experience of providing financial and management information at a senior level
• Experience of line management
• Detailed reconciliations of control accounts and inter-company accounts
• Working to tight deadlines and planning and allocation of resources to meet defined targets
• Accuracy and attention to detail necessary
• Proactive "Can-do "attitude

Some of the responsibilities and duties:

• Assist in the preparation of the statutory financial accounts and audit of the College
• Responsible for complex monthly reconciliations and ensure timely and accurate reporting of the balance sheet
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly VAT returns for all entities and corporate taxation in compliance with the relevant tax regulations
• Assist with the review of financial policies and procedures and embed continuous improvement mindset relating to processes and controls
• Supervision and motivation of 3 Assistant Accountants to work towards various deadlines for the management and statutory accounts

What you'll get in return

It is a great opportunity to work with a large organisation which keeps their team motivated and inspired by valuing and rewarding the contribution they make, and by supporting everyone to develop to their fullest potential. They offer a wide range of benefits for working with them and invest in people's learning and development. They recognise and promote the value of a diverse, dynamic and inclusive workforce. In addition to your base salary, you will be offered:

• Flexible working hours
• Good -work life balance
• 27 days annual leave per annum
• Pension scheme: employer pension contribution @8%
• Study Grants and loans
• Employee Assistance Programme (Provided by Axa Healthcare)
• Membership of professional body fees
• Life assurance
• Onsite Gym
• Well scheme

and many more

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Are you a qualified accountant who has a passion for systems? A nationwide children's charity are looking for a Systems Accountant to join their dynamic team.

Who would you be working for?

This charity was established over 10 years ago to support an organisation that was founded over 100 years ago. This organisation is working to ensure that young people across the country have the best start in life. Within their communities, their leaders are providing children and young adults with a wide range of skills.

What is the role?

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will have a pivotal role within the Finance team leading on system improvements.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Reviewing the use of systems & processes; implementing improvements
• Ensuring efficient use of systems throughout the Finance department
• Improving reporting processes; management accounts, budget reports, statutory accounts etc
• Maintaining systems interfaces & taking responsibility for integration
• Acting as the main point of contact for system issues

This newly created role is offering a salary of up to £60k.

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Strong understanding of accounting software; SUN Systems beneficial
• Proven experience of taking the lead on improving systems, processes and reporting
• CCAB qualified or qualified by experience
• Confidence communicating effectively to a variety of non-finance stakeholders
• A shared passion for the Charity sector; experience working within a Charity beneficial

What's next?

If this sounds like the perfect role for you or you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with me via

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Management Accountant - 1 year FTC

Your new Organisation
The King's Fund is an independent charitable organisation working to improve health and care in England. Their vision is that the best possible health and care is available to all by helping to shape policy and practice through research and analysis; developing individuals, teams and organisations; promoting understanding of the health and social care system; and bringing people together to learn, share knowledge and debate. The organisation has a turnover of £15m and finance consists of a small very engaged team.

Your new role
As a result of a member of the team going on maternity leave, The King's Fund are seeking to appoint a Management Accountant on a 1-year fixed term contract basis. This post reports to the Senior Management Accountant and will be responsible for specific budget areas including Policy, Events & Partners, Facilities and Communications. Two of these budget areas are income generating. The role will involve working with budget holders and others, to compile budgets and forecasts, monitor and report on financial performance and help them understand complex financial issues. You will ensure that at each stage, from presenting monthly reports to investigating variances, best practice is followed, and productive relationships are developed across the Fund. The postholder will join at a key time with the budgeting process happening in October. There are exciting projects planned within the budget areas over the coming year and the Management Accountant will get involved in the financial aspects of those.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be qualified or studying towards a qualification with experience in a management accounting role including budget holder interaction. You will be a strong communicator with the ability to liaise with different budget holders. Applications from candidates with experience within or outside the sector are both welcomed.

What you'll get in return
First and foremost, you will join a welcoming team who will support you to succeed in the role. The salary available is up to £49,900 depending on the candidate's experience level. The organisation also offers excellent work life balance including flexibility with an openness to discussing hours that will suit you best and a minimum 40% in the office for the foreseeable future. The organisation contributes double your pension amount between 3% and 6% - i.e. They will contribute 12% if you contribute 6%. They offer 27 days annual leave excluding bank holidays. They offer a subsidised lunch scheme on days when you are in the office. The organisation has a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and this is championed in part through their employee networks.

What you need to do now
Please contact Peter O'Sullivan or Samir Ahmed at Hays Finance if you have any questions about the opportunity. Please apply ASAP to be considered and applications will be considered as they come through.

As an equal opportunities employer, The King's Fund actively welcomes applications from all communities and backgrounds.

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Full time, 35 hours per week

Permanent

Grade DL, Salary £40,571 per annum

Location: 30 Euston Square, London

Closing date:   10th August 2022

Interview date:  15-19th August 2022

The Royal College of General Practitioners is the largest membership organisation solely for GPs in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1952, it has over 54,000 members who are committed to improving patient care, developing their own skills and promoting general practice as a discipline. General practice is the largest branch of the medical profession. It provides some 1 million consultations for patients in the UK every working day and deals with 86% of the health problems experienced by the UK population.

The role will be responsible for the monthly Balance sheet reconciliations and month end close process for four legal entities and ensuring timely and accurate reporting of management information. To lead the finance processing team including Accounts Receivables & Payables and to assist the Financial Controller with the preparation of statutory accounts.   

Key Result Areas:

1. Assist the Financial Controller in the preparation of the statutory financial accounts and audit of the College, including its 3 Devolved Councils and 32 Faculties, and 3 trading subsidiaries.
2. Prepare quarterly investment portfolio reconciliations and post unrealised gains or losses in line with SORP into the accounting system.
3. Co-ordinate the preparation of the monthly balance sheet accounts reconciliations and reporting to the Financial Controller thereon.
4. Supervision of 3 staff to ensure effective and efficient delivery of the department’s objectives.
5. Responsible for performance review and development of team members
6. Ensure direct reports maintain processing of all transactions in a timely and accurate manner and assist with the month end close
7. Undertake any duties as required by the Financial Controller.
8. Monitor existing financial controls and amend in light of any new requirements.
9. Any other ad hoc duties as requested by the Financial Controller

Qualifications/Experience

Qualifications:

CCAB qualified accountant/QBE or finalist

Experience:

• Comprehensive experience of providing financial and management information at a senior level
• Experience of line management and motivation of staff
• Detailed reconciliations of control accounts and inter-company accounts
• Working to tight deadlines and planning and allocation of resources to meet defined targets.
• Use of Great Plains
• Developing and maintaining spreadsheets on Excel (to macro level) and of Microsoft Word and e-mail.

·Financial reporting to managers at senior and intermediate level.

• Internal audit procedures within a large organisation including recommending and implementing financial controls and policies.
• Understanding of VAT annual adjustment calculation.
• Producing ad hoc financial reports.

Knowledge / Skills / Attributes:

• Understanding of the culture and workings of membership organisations.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of the recommended accounting standards and principles that have an impact on the College, including requirements under Companies Acts.
• Detailed understanding of direct (e.g. PAYE) and indirect taxation, particularly VAT requirements for charities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand the needs of the managers and communicate constructively financial issues to non-financial staff and senior managers and to recommend best practices.
• Team working, flexibility, persuasion and influencing skills in a diverse and democratically governed organisation.
• Ability to motivate and monitor staff.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise own and staff workload.
• Problem-solving skills with ability to identify key issues.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Office
• Customer focussed and will deliver high quality professional advice and support
• “Can-do “attitude

Dimensions:

·Assist in the preparation of the statutory financial accounts and audit of the College and its 3 trading subsidiaries with turnover £40m.

• Assist with the preparation of audit schedules for all entities
• Responsible for complex monthly reconciliations and ensure timely and accurate reporting of the balance sheet
• Manage all inter-company and inter-branch reconciliations
• Manage relationship with investment managers and supervision of investment portfolio value £10m
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly VAT returns for all entities and corporate taxation in compliance with the relevant tax regulations
• Assist with the review of financial policies and procedures and embed continuous improvement mindset relating to processes and controls
• Supervision and motivation of 3 Assistant Accountants to work towards various deadlines for the management and statutory accounts.
• Provide expert technical support and guidance to budget mangers and staff across the organisation
• Any other ad hoc duties as requested by the Financial Controller
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with the College’s Health & Safety Policies and procedures
• To take responsibility for the provision of health and safety for themselves and the compliance of other employees/colleagues in own service area
• Be an interested and active member of the staff team within Finance department working closely with others and in line with our people values to ensure that the College is seen to be a responsive, courteous and efficient organisation both by its members and other key audiences

In return, the College offers excellent terms and conditions.

The Royal College of General Practitioners is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community

~ Putting members at the heart of everything we do ~