Accountant- Financial & Reporting

YMCA Thames Gateway; Romford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA Thames Gateway is seeking an experienced Accountant - Financial & Reporting to join the Finance team in Romford. This role requires a fully qualified candidate (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) with 3-5 years of experience in financial accounting, particularly in preparing statutory accounts and managing audits. As a member of a community-focused organization, you'll help enhance lives through financial stewardship, supporting various programs aimed at improving well-being and inclusivity.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with 3-5 years experience.
• Proven experience in preparing statutory accounts.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts and manage year-end audit processes.
• Demonstrate experience in general ledger management and month-end close.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Financial accounting

Statutory accounts preparation

General ledger management

Balance sheet reconciliations

UK GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Education

ACCA

ACA

CIMA

Job description

YOU

We are currently recruiting for an Accountant - Financial & Reporting to join our Finance team based in Romford. You will:

• be fully qualified (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with at least 3-5 years of post-qualification experience in a financial accounting or reporting role
• have proven experience in preparing statutory accounts and managing year-end audit processes
• have a strong working knowledge of relevant accounting standards (UK GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory reporting requirements
• have demonstrated experience in general ledger management, balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end close

US

Thank you for your interest in YMCA Thames Gateway Group. Whether you're looking for your first role, returning to work after a career break, or seeking a new challenge, we're glad you're considering us.

As a community-based organisation for over 150 years, we offer inclusive programmes in health & wellbeing, childcare, housing, and youth work. We are passionate about providing opportunities to those most in need. During the pandemic, we provided food hampers, childcare support to key workers, and maintained contact with our senior citizens group, offering a lifeline for many.

Our staff are dedicated to improving lives through our services and live our Values to Be MORE - Motivated, Open, Respectful, Empowered. If this resonates with you, we look forward to hearing from you.

Summary of Job Profile:

• Contract Type: Initial Temp-Permanent
• Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours/week
• The Job Description and Person Specification can be found here: Accountant - Financial and Reporting.pdf

Additional Information:

Please note YMCA Thames Gateway Group does not sponsor visas; candidates must provide evidence of right to work in the UK.

YMCA Thames Gateway Staff Benefits:

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We are a Disability Confident Employer committed to Equal Opportunities. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including BAME, disabled individuals, and LGBTQ+ community members.

• Highly competitive salary and flexible benefits