Part-Time Financial Accountant

Michael Page Finance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is recruiting a Part-Time Financial Accountant in London to manage financial processes and ensure accurate reporting for a not-for-profit and charities organisation. The role handles audits, statutory accounts, VAT, and monthly reporting, collaborating with senior stakeholders to guide financial decisions.

The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong VAT and governance knowledge, able to work independently in a part-time capacity while balancing priorities.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience leading audits from planning to completion.
• Strong VAT knowledge and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in not-for-profit, charity, education or public sector beneficial.
• Strong technical accounting skills with attention to detail.
• Able to work part-time with multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual audit process with external auditors.
• Prepare statutory accounts and year-end reporting.
• Manage VAT returns and advise on VAT compliance.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and charity reporting.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and reconciliations.
• Oversee internal controls and drive process improvements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Provide financial insight to senior stakeholders.
• Assist with finance projects and governance initiatives.

Skills

Qualified accountant

Audit management

VAT knowledge

Communication & stakeholders

Attention to detail

Independent working

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

As a Part-Time Financial Accountant in London, you'll play a key role in managing financial processes and ensuring accurate reporting for a not for profit and charities organisation. This position offers a chance to contribute to the smooth running of the accounting and finance department while supporting the organisation's goals.

Client Details

A not for profit and charities organisation based in London, focused on delivering contribution in its sector.

Description

• Lead the annual audit process, acting as the main point of contact for external auditors and ensuring all requirements are delivered accurately and on time.
• Take ownership of statutory accounts preparation and year-end reporting.
• Manage all VAT returns and provide expert advice on VAT compliance within a not-for-profit environment.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory, financial, and charity reporting requirements.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Oversee financial controls and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and governance requirements.
• Assist with finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.

Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong experience managing audits from planning through to completion.
• Excellent knowledge of VAT and regulatory compliance.
• Previous experience within the not-for-profit, charity, education, or public sector environment is advantageous.
• Strong technical accounting skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a part-time capacity while managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management experience.

Job Offer

• Part-Time Financial Accountant role
• Salary: Up to £55,000 dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent part-time position based in London.
• Opportunities to make a meaningful contribution in the not-for-profit sector.