Accountant

NFP PEOPLE; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy firm is seeking an Accountant for a 12-month maternity cover role. The position involves maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and managing finance administration tasks. Ideal candidates will be part-qualified in ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent, with proficiency in Xero systems and strong analytical skills. This is a hybrid role based in Shoreditch, London, with an immediate start available. There are opportunities for permanent roles after the contract.

Benefits

Employee ownership with profit share

24 days annual holiday, increasing every 2 years

Flexi-Friday scheme

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Experience in finance administration and management reporting.
• Ability to work on a hybrid basis from Shoreditch office.
• Available to start in January 2026.

Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly management accounts, financial reports, and forecasts.
• Managing finance administration tasks such as reconciliations.
• Contributing to budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensuring compliance with internal controls.

Skills

Proficiency in Xero accounting systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Education

Part-qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Accountant

We are seeking a proactive Accountant to join this exciting global consultancy team on a maternity cover contract, supporting key financial and office management functions.

Position: Accountant (12 months Maternity Cover)
Salary: £40,000-£45,000pa Dependant on experience
Location: Hybrid – Shoreditch office and remote working
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Start Date: Immediate start

About the Role

As Accountant in this standalone position you will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the organisation’s financial health.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing monthly management accounts, financial reports, and forecasts.
• Managing finance administration tasks such as reconciliations, invoice processing, payments, and expense management.
• Contributing to budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Collaborating with other departments to provide financial insights for decision-making.
• Overseeing office management tasks, including supplier relationships and purchasing office equipment.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll be part of the wider team, ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute beyond your core responsibilities when needed.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is part-qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with experience in finance administration and management reporting.

You’ll also bring:

• Proficiency in Xero accounting systems (Desirable)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• A positive, can‑do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Ability to work on a hybrid basis from our Shoreditch office.
• Availability to start in January 2026.

Whilst this is a 12‑month contract there is an opportunity to develop this position over the time you are there, and the right candidate will have the opportunity to apply for a permanent position with the Organisation.

About the Organisation

They are a strategic consultancy working with governments, charities, and international organisations. Their mission is to help major organisations tackle complex global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and health crises by providing expert advice, evaluating projects, and delivering research. They use evidence to improve how aid is spent and how policies are made, enabling smarter decisions for a fairer, sustainable world.

Benefits

• Employee ownership with profit share
• Certified B Corp organisation
• 24 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing by 1 day every 2 years up to 28 days
• Hybrid working and up to 6 weeks per year working abroad
• Flexi‑Friday scheme for early finishes
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Pension scheme
• Mental health support and subsidised wellbeing apps
• Continuous learning opportunities
• Cycle to Work and EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Commitment to equity and inclusion standard

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Assistant Accountant, Finance Administrator, Management Accountant, Accounts Officer, Financial Analyst, Office and Finance Manager.