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Financial Accountant

Altum Consulting

London

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 50,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Job summary

A leading charitable foundation is seeking a Financial Accountant to support their finance function during a critical period. This 18-month fixed-term contract role offers flexible working conditions and allows qualified accountants who are passionate about social impact to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Qualified accountant with ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.
Strong technical knowledge of financial accounting.
Proficient in Microsoft 365 and finance systems.

Responsibilities

Manage monthly close and reporting cycles.
Prepare monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
Maintain financial integrity and ensure robust internal controls.

Skills

Financial accounting principles

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA, ACA, CIMA qualified

Tools

Microsoft 365

This range is provided by Altum Consulting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Altum Consulting is partnering with a long-established charitable foundation that is seeking a Financial Accountant to support its finance function during a key period. This is an 18-month, fixed-term contract role working up to 28 hours per week. Based in central London with hybrid working (typically one day per week in the office), this is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant who is motivated by social impact and enjoys working in a values-led, collaborative environment.

Reporting into the Senior Finance Manager, the Financial Accountant will play a key role in maintaining financial integrity across the organisation. You'll manage core financial accounting processes, ensure robust internal controls, and deliver accurate and timely reporting to support decision-making.

As the Financial Accountant, your role will involve:

Managing monthly close and reporting cycles, including reconciliations and journals
Leading invoice and payment processing, supervising a Finance Administrator
Preparing monthly management accounts and variance analysis for budget holders
Managing investment accounting and processing transactions with the Investments team
Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and reporting pack preparation
Preparing statutory accounts, VAT returns, and other regulatory filings
Maintaining and reconciling financial ledgers
Supporting cashflow management and capital planning
Contributing to financial systems development and process improvement
Fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement

The ideal candidate will:

Be a qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or have equivalent experience
Have strong technical knowledge of financial accounting principles
Be confident in presenting financial data to non-financial stakeholders
Be highly proficient in Microsoft 365 and finance systems
Be self-motivated, detail-oriented and deadline-focused
Bring strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
Share a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and social impact
Be flexible and proactive in a dynamic working environment

To apply for this rewarding and meaningful role within a forward-thinking and values-driven organisation, please submit your CV today.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type

Employment type
Contract

Job function

Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Industries
Accounting

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