Financial Accountant

REED are exclusively recruiting for a Financial Accountant based in salisbury. This is a HYBRID opportunity (3 days office and 2 days working from home). Reporting into the Head of Finance, you will be managing a small team of two other Financial assistants (Part Time) deputising for the Head of Finance and supporting the team. This role has been newly created and is an exciting opportunity for a Qualified Accountant (Finalist) to join a rewarding charity. 

Financial Accountant 

Hybrid - Salary £37000 - £40,000  (37.50 hours or 4 days a week) 

This role’s primary responsibilities will be as follows:

• Lead the month-end processes for UK activity (head office, Fundraising and GWAC) to ensure that deadlines are met through:
• Overseeing the timely and accurate financial transaction processing in the finance system;
• Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts and resolving discrepancies in a prompt manner;
• Ensuring the accurate and timely reconciliation of all bank accounts; and
• End to end reconciliation of income through the fundraising CRM to finance systems (including Department, Restriction and Trading).
• Be responsible for the timely payment of invoices by the Finance Assistant.
• Draft monthly finance data dashboard and quarterly management accounts including variance analysis, liaising with budget holders as required, and assist in preparing annual budgets for UK activity.
• Lead for financial compliance in the UK including raising awareness through events such as the Charity Fraud Awareness week, and reviewing all financial policies on annual basis.
• Manage and support two part-time team members through training, professional coaching, and development.
• Deputise for the Head of Finance on matters related to financial management of UK operations including representing at the senior management meetings.
• Support the Head of Finance in the year-end process and preparation of financial documents for annual audit.
• Proactively seek opportunities for continuous improvement within financial systems and accounting processes and controls.  

• Essential:

• A passed finalist or qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with proven experience in financial operations and reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and good Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a focus on detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to take on responsibility and work on own initiative.
• A positive, can-do attitude with a flexible approach to changing priorities
• Ability to work as part of a team and to help and support others.
• Ability to manage time, plan workload effectively, be self-motivated and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to improving processes and delivering high-quality financial reporting.
• Experience in supporting audits and implementing robust financial controls.

• Desirable

• Experience of IRIS/PS Financials.
• Working knowledge CRM – Access Charity CRM or equivalent.
• Experience of charity accounting (Charities SORP – FRS 102) and financial management and reporting requirements within the not for profit sector.
• Strong team management skills with a focus on professional development and coaching.