Accounts Senior

Hays Senior Finance; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a respected accountancy firm as a Charity Accounting Senior, supporting a portfolio of ethical clients in the charity sector. This role offers exciting opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment, with full responsibilities in financial operations and compliance for small and medium-sized charities. Enjoy 25 days annual leave, health cover, and a strong team atmosphere.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health cover and pension

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years accounting practice experience.
• Experience working with charities and non-profit entities.

Responsibilities

• Complete financial statements for small and medium-sized charities.
• Carry out Independent Examinations under the Charities Act.
• Assist clients with in-house accounting functions.

Skills

SORP-compliant financial statements

Excel proficiency

Accounting software expertise

Strong IT skills

Education

AAT, ACCA, ACA or equivalent experience

Job description

Join a values-driven accountancy firm making a real difference in the charity sector. Our client is looking for a Charity Accounting Senior to support a portfolio of ethical and not-for-profit clients.
Your new company
Our client is a respected accountancy firm specialising in the charity and not-for-profit sector. They are seeking a Charity Accounting Senior to join their growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of ethical clients, supporting their financial operations and compliance needs.

Your new role
Working as part of a friendly and supportive team, you will work closely with charities and other non-for-profit clients and will be responsible for:

• Completion of financial statements for various small and medium-sized charities.
• Carrying out Independent Examinations under the Charities Act.
• Assisting clients with in-house accounting functions including bookkeeping, financial management, and IT.
• Training and supporting junior members of staff.

What you'll need to succeed

• Ability to prepare SORP-compliant financial statements for small and medium-sized charities.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
• Minimum 3 years accounting Practice experience with some experience of working with Charities and NFP entities.
• Strong IT skills to support client systems
• An accountancy qualification or part qualification (AAT, ACCA, ACA) or qualified by experience.

What you'll get in return

• The position includes 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a birthday holiday. Health cover and pension are also provided.
• 35 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm with a 1-hour lunch break.
• Free parking

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