Financial Accountant

TN United Kingdom; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Accountant to lead financial and taxation reporting. This role offers the chance to work in a values-driven organization, ensuring regulatory compliance and maximizing financial resources across diverse groups. You will manage statutory accounts, liaise with key stakeholders, and oversee financial transactions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to make a real difference in communities while enjoying the flexibility of home-based work with occasional travel to the office. If you are passionate about financial accuracy and continuous improvement, this role is for you.

Benefits

Home-based working

Career development opportunities

Values-driven organization

Occasional office visits

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge of accounting principles.
• Experience in financial accounting, VAT compliance, and tax reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of statutory accounts and audit schedules.
• Manage VAT, CIS, and corporation tax returns.
• Provide expert financial advice to managers and stakeholders.

Skills

Financial Accounting

VAT Compliance

Tax Reporting

Stakeholder Management

Advanced Excel Skills

Accounting Principles

Fraud Prevention

Group Accounts Preparation

Education

AAT Level 4

ACCA/CIMA (or working towards)

Tools

Open Accounts Financial Software

Job description

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Location: Home-Based (with occasional travel to Peterborough)

Monday – Friday, 9.00 - 17.00

Full-Time, Permanent

Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for financial accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement? We’re looking for a Financial Accountant to take the lead on financial and taxation reporting, provide expert advice across the organisation, and liaise with key external stakeholders including auditors, HMRC, and professional advisors.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation where your expertise will directly contribute to maximising financial resources and ensuring regulatory compliance across a diverse group structure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts, audit schedules, and quarterly funder returns
• Manage VAT, CIS, and corporation tax returns, including VAT partial exemption calculations
• Provide expert financial advice to managers and internal stakeholders
• Liaise with auditors, regulators, banks, HMRC, and third parties
• Oversee reconciliations, control accounts, and day-to-day financial transactions
• Maintain and enhance the internal control assurance framework
• Manage finance systems and represent the group in internal and external forums
• Lead on fraud prevention and reporting
• Line manage, coach, and develop a direct report
• Act as deputy to the Service Manager, Financial Accounts when required

What We’re Looking For

• AAT Level 4 or equivalent and working towards ACCA/CIMA (or fully qualified)
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and statutory reporting
• Experience in financial accounting, VAT compliance, and tax reporting
• Ability to prepare and consolidate group accounts
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., PivotTables, LOOKUP, IF functions)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience in the housing or not-for-profit sector
• Fully qualified ACCA/CIMA
• Experience with Open Accounts financial software
• Knowledge of IFRS and VAT Partial Exemption Special Methods

Why Join CKH?

• Home-based working with occasional office visits to Peterborough when required
• Be part of a values-driven organisation making a real difference in communities
• Opportunities for career development and professional growth
• Work with a revenue and capital base of £80m+, across 4 subsidiaries and joint ventures

Ready to Apply?

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We reserve the right to close this advert early if sufficient interest is received. Therefore, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply without delay!