Assistant Regional Accountant (Peripatetic)

TN United Kingdom; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an Assistant Regional Accountant to support financial management across various sites in Southern England. This peripatetic role involves regular travel and a mix of remote work, ensuring adherence to financial procedures and supporting local teams in their fiscal responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in management accounting.
• Ability to explain finance issues to non-finance personnel.

Responsibilities

• Support corps officers in fiscal responsibilities.
• Prepare budgets and financial plans.
• Conduct financial monitoring visits.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Interpersonal

Job description

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Assistant Regional Accountant (Peripatetic), Hampshire

Client:

The Salvation Army

Location:

Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

Job Description:

This role is peripatetic, based in Southern England, with a mix of remote work and visits to Salvation Army sites. Regular travel across Dorset, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, and Wiltshire is required, with occasional wider travel across Central & Southern England, Wales, and the Channel Islands.

Working hours: Minimum 35 hours per week

Interview Date: 12 June

Job Summary:

The Salvation Army Regional Team seeks an Assistant Regional Accountant to support their financial management and decision-making processes across various corps and divisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and guide corps officers, finance locals, and corps in fiscal responsibilities
• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial plans
• Conduct financial monitoring visits to assess support needs and risks
• Monitor budgets, investigate variances, and report concerns
• Report on charity shops, cafes, and similar activities
• Monitor mission support and report on outcomes
• Ensure adherence to finance procedures

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience explaining finance issues to non-finance personnel
• Experience in management accounting
• Willingness to travel; a driving license is essential
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work within The Salvation Army’s Christian ethos and values: integrity, accountability, compassion, passion, boldness, and respect