Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 51,000 - Annum
- Location: Haywards Heath West Sussex
- Date: 4 weeks ago
Description:
Group Financial Accountant
Remote - Sussex a minimum of once a quarter
to £51000
An international charity are seeking a Group Financial Accountant to ensure their compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Responsibilities
They are looking for an experienced Technical Accountant to join their supportive and proactive Group Finance Team. The Technical Accountant will ensure compliance with FRS, Charity SORP and other statutory/ regulatory requirements and provide robust accounting advice to internal stakeholders. Key duties will include:
ensuring and updating new accounting standards
collaborating with the Governance and Compliance team
preparing and reviewing FRS and UKGAAP reporting and technical accounting papers
advising stakeholders in relation to technical accounting issues
liaising with auditors on technical accounting issues
interpreting and implementing new FRS developments/ standards
providing internal and ad-hoc training and advice on technical accounting
supporting the Group Accounting and Reporting Manager
liaison with the Governance and Compliance team
Skills and Experience
You will be flexible with the ability to manage change. To succeed in this role you will need:
ACA accounting qualification, or equivalent
proven technical knowledge of IFRS accounting standards
strong technical accounting and writing skills
solid communication skills and executive presence
outstanding analytical skills (financial modelling)
the ability to efficiently give priority to activities and carry out regular functions with little or no supervision
project management and leadership skills
experience of working in an environment with remote stakeholders
the ability to make limited trips to the organisation's Country Offices if requiredIn return you will enjoy working with one of the UK's largest charities, in a supportive and friendly team. Excellent benefits and remote working (if required) - a minimum of one day a quarter in the Sussex office
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout