an extremely large Charity that operate in over 100 Countries are looking for an experienced Head of Financial Accounting to lead up their financial accounting, tax, and treasury functions. The postholder will report the Deputy Finance Director and be responsible to produce statutory accounts across several entities. They will be overseeing a team of 10 and will provide hands on support at all levels.
Your duties will include:
- Provide proactive management of the year end process to ensure timely preparation of the annual accounts in accordance with SORP, Financial Reporting Standards and best practice
- Oversee a large team of qualified and part qualified Accountants
- Present fully consolidated accounts and other relevant data for the Trusts and other relevant Boards
- Provide financial advice and direction for such areas as reporting to Local Authorities and Councils
- Develop reporting and KPIs for the financial accounting department to provide transparency in what is being delivered
- Ensure the production of the group VAT return in a timely and accurate manner every quarter and ensure the correct VAT and tax accounting is carried out across the different entities
- Manage the relationship with HMRC and be the senior contact for the tax authorities
- Ensure the preparation of reports for senior management as needed
- Ensure accurate bank reconciliations and balance sheet control account reconciliations
- Ensure timely payroll posting and reconciliation of all Payroll related control accounts
- Ensure the production of Gift Aid return in a timely manner
The successful candidate MUST HAVE:
- Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)
- Significant experience of statutory reporting (E)
- Advanced Excel knowledge (E)
- Staff management experience (E)
- Charity experience (D)
Agency Reference Number: J59810
Length: Permanent
Rate: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum