Management Accountant

Unlocking Potential is the charity that supports schools and communities to ensure no child or family struggles alone with their social, emotional and mental health needs. We provide flexible, over‑time, multi‑disciplinary therapeutic support that meets children and families where they are, and enables them to feel safe, understood and the best version of themselves.

Vision
Everyone feels supported, equipped and able to achieve their potential.

Mission
Our mission is to provide tailored therapeutic support to more children, while training the practitioners of the future to build holistic, resilient social systems that equip children and their families with the confidence, tools, and skills to thrive at school and within their communities.

Values
Individual – Everything we do is about the individual and what is right for them – no two children, families or schools are the same.
Innovative – We look for new solutions, evolving our thinking and approach – ensuring the use of bold, co‑designed practice.
Collaborative – We choose to work with others to find the best solutions – we are stronger together.

Overview
This is an exciting time to be joining the charity! Our new strategy focuses on growth and long‑term sustainability, with ambitious plans to extend our reach and impact nationally and to expand and diversify our services. Our long‑term ambition is a transformed landscape of multi‑disciplinary therapeutic support in schools, with UP acknowledged and recognised as a thought‑leader, innovator, preferred collaborator and convener. Working closely with the Finance & Resources Director, this newly created role will be a key member of UP’s Finance team, supporting the charity to successfully deliver the charity’s strategic plan. You will provide accurate financial information, robust accounting controls and support for budgeting and programme costing, helping the charity operate efficiently and sustainably.

Position
Hours: Part‑time – 4 days (30 hours) per week. We are open to considering full‑time candidates.
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid: UP’s London Bridge Head Office (for meetings, team days and training etc) and remote working.
Salary range: £38,000 – £45,000 FTE (dependent on skills and experience).
Manager: Finance & Resources Director

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain accurate financial records in Xero.
• Implement and monitor robust accounting controls.
• Provide monthly budgeting and programme costing support.
• Prepare financial information for strategic decision‑making.
• Communicate financial information clearly to non‑financial colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience in charity or not‑for‑profit finance.
• Proficiency in Xero and strong Excel skills.
• Highly organised, detail‑focused.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain financial information to non‑financial stakeholders.

How to Apply
In line with safer recruitment practices, to apply for this role please complete an application form by following the link on our online recruitment portal: www.up.org.uk/aboutus/work-with-us. As part of the application, you will be asked to upload your CV and a personal statement which should clearly demonstrate (giving relevant examples) how you meet the requirements of the person specification. The criteria set out in the person specification forms the basis of the selection decision and enables the short‑listing panel to ensure objectivity. We look forward to hearing more about your experience and your interest in working with us!

Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence for a person to apply to work with a group from which they have been barred from working. We follow safer recruitment practices in line with KCSIE including (but not limited to): online checks at interview stage, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, satisfactory references, a medical check, proof of qualifications and right to work in the UK.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
Our children and families and staff come from a wide range of backgrounds, and we value the unique contribution that each individual can bring to UP. We have a diverse and inclusive team, and we strongly believe that this is vital to our work. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community, and we do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics. We ensure that candidates and employees are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. Candidate data is processed in line with UP’s privacy notice and Data Protection Policy.