Charity Accountant To manage and oversee the financial operations of the charity, ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and effective stewardship of funds in line with charity law and organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports for senior leadership and trustees. Produce annual accounts in compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., SORP). Manage budgeting and forecasting processes. Monitor cash flow and financial performance against budgets. Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers. Compliance & Governance Ensure compliance with charity regulations and financial legislation (e.g., reporting to relevant regulators such as the Charity Commission for England and Wales if applicable). Prepare and submit VAT returns where required. Support the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors. Ensure compliance with funder requirements and restricted fund reporting. Fund Accounting Monitor and report on restricted and unrestricted funds. Prepare financial reports for grant funders and stakeholders. Ensure proper allocation of income and expenditure across projects. Person Specification Essential Qualifications Professional accountancy qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience. Strong knowledge of charity accounting standards and SORP. Experience preparing statutory accounts. Essential Experience Experience working within a charity or not-for-profit organisation. Experience managing restricted funds and grant reporting. Experience preparing budgets and forecasts. Skills & Competencies Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Strong IT skills, including accounting software and Excel. High level of integrity and commitment to the charitys mission. Desirable Experience working with trustees or charity boards.