Job Description

Key responsibilities

• Produce insightful regular financial reporting, including income, expenditure, balance sheet, cashflow and other relevant metrics. Present reports to senior stakeholders, with a focus on clear communication of financial matters to all.
• Proactive ownership of the balance sheet, ensuring an efficient & effective month end process and that our financial information gives a true & fair view.
• Lead the year end process, including the production of the annual financial statements and preparation for the external audit.
• Attend the Finance & Resources Committee meetings, and produce the minutes of those meetings.
• Work together with the Financial Planning and Analysis Accountant to manage the annual financial planning cycle, providing guidance & support to budget holders.
• Work together with the Financial Planning & Analysis Accountant to provide business partnering to a range of internal stakeholders.
• Work together with the Systems Accountant to develop and document business processes and procedures and to introduce systems and process changes.
• Manage the charity’s cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity whilst maximising interest receivable and investment returns.
• Ensure secure administration of the charity’s investments, ensuring compliance with investment and reserves policies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, including the Charity SORP, Gift Aid, VAT and corporate tax requirements.
• Develop and lead a high performing team, setting clear targets and encouraging personal development

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

You must be a fully qualified CCAB with significant experience preparing charity accounts. Knowledge of Charity SORP is essential. You will have demonstrable experience of managing and developing a team. You will model the charities values and embrace a transformational environment.