Accounting Manager

British Red Cross incorporated; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working: Remote and hybrid

36 days annual leave

Pension up to 6%

Recognition platform

Discounts via Reward Gateway

Learning & Development

Will writing service

Death in service

Cycle2Work

Job summary

British Red Cross incorporated is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee accounting for restricted funds in the International Directorate. You will drive accuracy, compliance with accounting standards and process efficiencies.

You will manage a small team, handle month- and year-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, annual returns and audit queries, while strengthening financial controls across international operations. Hybrid working is available.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, or qualified by experience.
• Experience in financial reporting for charity, including SORP 2026.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a small team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting for restricted funds in International Directorate.
• Manage month and year-end processes and reconciliations.
• Prepare balance sheet and annual returns; address audit queries.
• Ensure financial controls and policy compliance across functions.
• Coordinate donor reporting and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

ACCA/CIMA

Staff management

Financial reporting

Effective communicator

Education

Qualified accountant

Tools

Agresso

PIMS

Job description

Location: UK flexible location (Hybrid, home and office)

Salary: £59,538 to £61,243 per annum, pro rata (£47,630 to £48,994 at 28hrs per week) (plus ILW, if residing & working in London)

Contract: Permanent

Could you responsible for managing and overseeing the accounting processes for restricted funds in the International Directorate ensuring accuracy, compliance with accounting standards, and driving forward efficiencies in process?

Could you manage a small team and be responsible for month and year-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations. annual returns, audit queries, as well as minimising any financial control weaknesses in these areas to ensure strong financial compliance?

What will a day in the life of an Accounting Manager involve?

• Oversee the production of management accounts for restricted funds and project accounting in International (excluding emergency appeals) identifying any anomalies and following these up before period close.
• Ensure that international restricted fund accounts are monitored and reconciled in a timely manner.
• Ensure income is recognised in accordance with the requirements of SORP 2026 for the various income streams within International
• Manage monthly donor reporting deliverables and ensure all stakeholders understand their responsibilities well ahead of deadlines
• Ensure that reconciliations are performed between the accounting system (Agresso) and associated systems (PIMS)
• Monitor and report on Balance Sheet entries, for example deferred and accrued income, reporting on variances periodically.

To be a successful Accounting Manager, what will you need?

• Qualified accountant ACCA, CIMA or equivalent or qualified by experience.
• Significant knowledge of financial reporting standards and Charity SORP.
• Effective communicator, flexible and adaptable, able to prioritise workload of self and others as required.
• Experience providing all stakeholders with knowledgeable, helpful advice and guidance on financial issues.
• Experience of Management of staff.
• Work in a Charity Finance function. (desirable)

Interested?

The closing date for applications is 23.59hrs on Wednesday the 19th of November 2026 with interviews to follow.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus the option to buy extra leave.
• Pension Scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Recognition Platform: Managers can reward great work with retail vouchers.
• Discounts: Discounts through our Reward Gateway, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more.
• Learning & Development: A range of career and learning opportunities.
• Will Writing Service: Access to a free will writing service.
• Death in Service: A tax-free lump sum paid to your beneficiary in the event of your death.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to champion inclusion as a Disability Confident employer across our UK-based roles and as a Carers Confident Employer.

We are dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable and wellbeing‑focused culture where everyone feels safe, valued and can thrive. Guided by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Strategy, we foster belonging, psychological and physical wellbeing, and work to remove barriers to fair opportunities. Grounded in compassion and anti‑racist practice, we listen to diverse voices, value lived experience and create environments where staff and volunteers can succeed. Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed.

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