At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial reporting, audits, and drive improvements in finance systems.
- Company: Join a prestigious not-for-profit organisation with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Salary up to £64,000, hybrid work, free parking, and career development.
- Other info: Opportunity to influence finance strategy and operations in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in finance while leading a high-performing team.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with experience in multi-entity organisations.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 64000 £ per year.
This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced financial accountant to take ownership of statutory reporting, group consolidation, and financial control across this charitable organisation. You'll play a critical role in ensuring regulatory compliance, leading audits, and driving continuous improvement across finance systems and processes.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established not-for-profit organisation. As a medium-sized organisation, they are committed to fostering a positive working environment, delivering excellence in their field with a close-knit, collaborative environment. Its commitment to innovation and strong financial stewardship makes it a uniquely rewarding place to work.
The Financial Accounting Manager will:
- Lead the preparation and review of statutory financial statements and consolidated Group accounts, ensuring compliance with Charity SORP, and regulatory requirements
- Oversee monthly financial reporting, including reconciliations, revenue recognition, and balance sheet integrity
- Manage the external audit process and act as key liaison with auditors, tax advisors, and other external stakeholders
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of all regulatory returns, including Charity Commission reporting
- Oversee tax compliance, including VAT, partial exemption, and corporation tax across the Group
- Lead and develop the Financial Accounting team, setting objectives and supporting professional growth
- Drive improvements to financial systems, processes, and controls, including contributing to system implementations
- Support cashflow oversight, intercompany reconciliations, and financial governance across the organisation and subsidiaries
- Deputise for the Head of Finance where required
A successful Financial Accounting Manager should have:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience
- Proven experience preparing consolidated Group financial statements and statutory accounts within a multi-entity organisation
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, including consolidations, regulatory reporting, and ideally Charity SORP
- Experience managing external audits and working with tax (VAT, partial exemption, corporation tax) in a complex environment
- Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly
- Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement
- Advanced Excel and good financial systems knowledge
- Not-for-profit sector experience
The Financial Accounting Manager can expect to receive:
- Salary range between £60,000 - £64,000
- Hybrid working pattern
- Free parking
- Leadership role with significant scope to influence finance strategy and operations
- Opportunity to work within a unique and prestigious not for profit environment
- Strong focus on career development and continuous professional growth
- Collaborative and supportive working culture
- The chance to lead meaningful change across systems, processes, and financial governance
If you are an experienced financial professional looking for your next challenge as a Financial Accounting Manager, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role in Bicester today.
Financial Accounting Manager in Bicester employer: Michael Page
Join a well-established not-for-profit organisation in Bicester as a Financial Accounting Manager, where you will thrive in a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a strong focus on innovation and financial stewardship, this medium-sized organisation offers a unique opportunity to lead meaningful change while enjoying a hybrid working pattern and competitive salary. Experience the satisfaction of making a difference in the community while advancing your career in a leadership role that values excellence and teamwork.
