Job Description

Overview

At

Stewardship

, we are passionate about equipping the Church and Christian charities with the financial tools and guidance they need to thrive. Our specialist services support a wide range of organisations, from small local churches to larger Christian charities, with annual incomes ranging from 25,000 to 1,000,000.

We are now looking for a dedicated

Accounts Examiner

to join our growing team. This is more than just a technical role -- it's an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting Christian organisations in their mission through expert financial insight and care.

What You'll Be Doing

Preparing and examining annual accounts for churches and Christian charities. Providing tailored advice on financial governance, compliance, and best practices. Supporting clients with training and educational resources to strengthen their financial understanding. Working collaboratively with a team of experienced accountants who share a passion for church and charity finance. Contributing to the continuous improvement of our services and resources.

What We're Looking For

A formal accounting qualification and a practising certificate if required by your professional body, to undertake independent examinations for entities with income over 250k Good experience in charity accounting. A strong understanding of charity SORP and financial reporting requirements. Excellent communication skills and a heart for serving Christian organisations. Experience working with or within churches or Christian charities is highly desirable. A practising Christian, in line with the Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, who is committed to Stewardship's Christian ethos.

As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:

Active membership of local church congregation.

An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 46,000.00-52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Matching gift scheme Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay Transport links Work from home
Application question(s):

Please confirm that you meet the occupational requirement to be a practising Christian, active in a local church and able to sign up to our ethos statement.
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC1Y 8AB