Senior Project Accountant

Michael Page; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity organization is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to oversee the integration of financial systems. This role involves strategic planning and hands-on execution, ensuring smooth transitions within the financial framework. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, with proven experience in systems integration and project management. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, 25 days of holiday, and potential for permanent placement, making it a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to a worthy cause.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Hybrid working arrangement

Free parking

Pension scheme

Opportunity to work for a charitable organization

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with experience in systems integration and project management.
• Ability to lead projects and adapt to changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support the integration of financial systems.
• Plan and execute the transition of all financial systems.

Skills

Financial Systems Integration

Project Management

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified

Job description

Senior Project Accountant - Charity Sector - Surrey

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with systems experience

Client Details

Local Surrey-based charity looking to recruit a Senior Project Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis.

Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and supporting the integration of a subsidiary's financial systems with those of the parent charity. You should be able to work at a strategic level and undertake hands-on work when required. Key responsibilities include:

1. Planning and executing the transition of all financial systems in collaboration with the Head of Finance.
2. Delivering an agreed plan covering:
3. Management and financial accounting systems
4. Transactional processing systems, including purchase order processing, purchase ledger, sales ledger, and payroll.

Profile

• Qualified Accountant
• Experience with systems integration
• Ability to plan and lead projects
• Self-motivated with excellent communication skills
• Good time management and flexibility to adapt to change
• Experience in merging entities

Job Offer

• 25 days holiday
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Potential for the role to become permanent after 12 months
• Free parking
• Pension scheme
• An opportunity to work for a worthwhile charitable organization