Job Description

Once you join us, you will discover a welcoming environment that promotes community and inclusivity. You will be provided with on-the-job training and support to give you all the tools you need to make a success of your role.
So, if you are excited to take on a broad, busy and engaging role where you’ll have the chance to make a real difference to our organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
As a Financial Accountant, you will support the smooth running of our Finance function.
We’re currently implementing new financial accounting and payroll systems, so you will be required to assist with the setup, transition of historical data and ongoing training of other staff members.
Reporting to the Head of Finance and Administration, you will be responsible for:
- Financial accounts preparation, including preparing and posting journals, accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis
- Preparing tax and VAT returns
- Processing payroll, pensions, statistics and Gift Aid claims
- Assisting with internal and external audit processes
- Supporting budget preparation
- Deputise for the Head of Finance and Administration when required
Other organisations may call this role Accountant, Qualified Accountant, Accounting Officer, or Accounts Officer. Those from an Accounts, Accounting, Practice, Audit, Finance or Financial background are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- To be a fully qualified Financial Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) - Proficiency in both Sage Financials and Sage Payroll, with the ability to train others - The ability to manipulate, analyse and translate data for a range of audiences - To be empathetic to the Catholic ethos of our site and share our values of inclusivity and community