{New} Interim Restricted Funds Accountant #941

Accounting for International Development; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization is seeking an Interim Restricted Funds Accountant for a remote role starting in January 2026. This part-time position requires a part-qualified accountant to manage restricted funds budgets, prepare financial reports, and collaborate with project managers on budgetary concerns. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. The role offers flexible working arrangements within the UK, requiring occasional travel to London for meetings.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant with strong Excel, numeracy, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting financial information.
• Capable of working independently and taking initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support project budgets for restricted grants.
• Produce financial reports and donor submissions.
• Review budgets with project managers and address queries.
• Maintain organized financial records for audits.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong Excel skills

Numeracy and analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Part-qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Job description

{NEW} Interim Restricted Funds Accountant #941

£350–£400/day

Remote, UK

3 month FTC

Our partner is seeking an experienced accountant to work closely on the development of restricted funds budgets, and in analysing, evaluating and reporting on restricted grants. This is a 3 month fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Finance & Operations in managing project budgets for restricted grants.
• Work closely with fundraising colleagues to produce financial reports, donor submissions, and budgets for new proposals.
• Partner with project managers across the organisation, reviewing budgets regularly, addressing queries, and highlighting risks such as under/overspend, run rate and staff allocations.
• Maintain organised financial records and support the collation of evidence for audits.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by senior finance leadership.

Requirements

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Excellent written, verbal and numeracy skills, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly.
• Strong Excel, numeracy and analytical skills. Able to interpret and analyse financial data, providing clear conclusions and guidance.
• Genuine interest in mission-driven, purpose-led work.
• Positive, proactive and collaborative, with a can-do approach.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; able to prioritise effectively in a busy environment.
• Self-motivated, comfortable working independently and taking initiative.

Working Arrangements

• 3-month interim role, January 2026 start
• Part-time: minimum 2 days/week, up to 4 days/week
• Mostly remote from within the UK, with occasional travel to London for induction and meetings
• Right to work in the UK required

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