Assistant Accountant

Foundation Of Light; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A registered charity organization in Sunderland is seeking a motivated Assistant Accountant to support their finance team. The role involves assisting with day-to-day financial operations, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance. This position offers a great opportunity to develop skills in a dynamic environment that makes a real difference in the community. Interested candidates should send their CV or request an application pack via email.

Qualifications

• Motivated individual with experience in financial operations.
• Strong record-keeping abilities to ensure compliance.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills within a dynamic organisation.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day financial operations.
• Assist with reporting and maintaining accurate records.

Job description

Foundation of Light, the registered charity of Sunderland Football Club, aims to involve, educate and inspire people of all ages from Sunderland, South Tyneside and Durham to improve their life chances, using football as the motivator. We are proud of our history and culture, our innovative and proactive solutions to community problems, and our people. We are now looking to add to our passionate and enthusiastic team.

Assistant Accountant (Full Time)

The Foundation of Light is looking for a motivated Assistant Accountant to join our finance team. You’ll support day-to-day financial operations, assist with reporting, and help maintain accurate records to ensure compliance and efficiency.

This is a great opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic organisation that makes a real difference in the community.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact James Taylor, Head of Finance, at [e-mail] to arrange a call.

The base for the post is the Beacon of Light, Sunderland.

Interested applicants should request an application pack or send a CV to [e-mail] or download packs from our website www.foundationoflight.co.uk.

Candidates who have not heard within six weeks of application should assume they have been unsuccessful.

The closing date is Tuesday 23rd December 2025 and interviews will be week commencing 12th January 2026.

Appointments may be subject to an enhanced DBS Check · Foundation of Light is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Foundation of Light · Beacon of Light · Sunderland · SR5 1SN

Tel: [phone]

Registered Charity No 1089333