Senior Accountant

Job role: Senior Accountant Salary: £63,900 per annum Location: Remote with occasional travel to London Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Permanent Help shape the future of a growing professional membership organisation We are seeking a technically strong Senior Accountant to join a respected UK professional body and educational charity at an exciting stage in its development. With a growing membership base, expanding operations and ambitious plans, the organisation is establishing its own dedicated finance function. This newly created team will play a crucial role in supporting strategic decision-making, strengthening financial controls and ensuring the organisation continues to deliver excellent services to its members and stakeholders. The organisation operates a remote-first model and prides itself on being collaborative, supportive and values-led, with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality services. As the Senior Accountant, you will: • Lead the monthly management accounts process • Own balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls • Support the preparation of statutory accounts and annual audits • Manage UK and international VAT reporting • Produce budgets, forecasts and cashflow projections • Provide financial analysis and commentary to senior stakeholders • Develop and improve finance processes, reporting templates and controls • Support and mentor a Finance Officer within a small finance tea • Work closely with budget holders and senior leaders to provide financial insight that supports informed decision-making What we're looking for: • Qualified Accountant (ACCA or CIMA) • Strong understanding of FRS 102 and the Charities SORP • Significant experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector • Significant experience in financial accounting and management reporting • Strong statutory accounts and audit experience • Excellent balance sheet reconciliation skills • Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns • Advanced Excel skills, including working with and analysing large data sets • Strong general ledger knowledge Why join? • Opportunity to help shape a newly established finance function • Remote-first working environment with flexibility • Collaborative and supportive culture • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership • 10% employer pension contribution • Income protection cover • Life assurance • Personal accident insurance • 25 days annual leave • Private medical insurance option • Employee assistance and wellbeing support • Ongoing professional development opportunities We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.