Job Description
Project Accountant (1-Year FTC)
Charity
Location: Salisbury (Hybrid - 3 days in-office)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 | Contract: Full-time, 12 months
The Salisbury Diocesan Board of Finance (DBF) is looking for a talented Process Improvement / Project Accountant to join our Parish Support & Finance Team on a fixed-term contract. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference by helping shape and strengthen our financial systems - while supporting the work of the Church of England across the region.
What You'll Do
* Review & Improve Processes: Map and analyse existing finance and procurement systems to identify bottlenecks and reduce risk.
* Drive Change: Design and implement more effective processes and internal controls that boost efficiency, transparency, and accountability.
* Collaborate Across Teams: Work with Finance, Technology, and other colleagues to ensure new systems are understood and adopted confidently.
* Provide Critical Support: Offer hands-on accounting support to help the team meet deadlines and compliance requirements - from budgeting to gift aid and beyond.
* Monitor Progress: Use data to measure impact and share insights with the leadership team.
What We're Looking For
* A Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with solid post-qualification experience in both financial and management accounting.
* Problem Solver: You enjoy untangling complexity, improving systems, and translating insights into action.
* Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Excel and other tools (Power BI a plus) - and ideally familiar with Microsoft Dynamics.
* Communicative & Collaborative: Able to explain complex ideas clearly and work across teams with empathy and clarity.
* Mission-Aligned: While you don't need to be a practising Christian, you should be sympathetic to the aims and ethos of the Church of England.
Why Join Us?
* Make a Tangible Impact in a values-led organisation
* Work Flexibly (home-working and in-office balance)
* Develop Your Career through varied, meaningful work in a supportive environment