Job Description

Are you a qualified accountant who thrives in values-led environments? We're recruiting on behalf of a respected independent advocacy charity seeking an experienced

Accountant (CCAB qualified)

to lead financial operations and play a pivotal role in organisational strategy.

You'll be responsible for all aspects of finance, from day-to-day bookkeeping and payroll, to producing annual budgets, statutory accounts, and funding reports. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you'll help drive strategic decisions and ensure financial governance across the charity. You'll also line-manage a Support Officer and contribute to IT and governance oversight.

What we're looking for:

This is more than a technical finance role. The ideal candidate will be:

Analytical and Detail-Oriented

- Confident with data, financial reports, and compliance, with a methodical approach to solving problems.

Strategic Thinker

- Able to see the big picture and contribute meaningfully to organisational planning and leadership discussions.

Confident Communicator

- Can explain complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders, trustees, and funders.

Collaborative Leader

- Comfortable working as part of a senior team, supporting others, managing performance, and contributing to a positive, inclusive culture.

Ethical and Responsible

- Committed to integrity, accountability, and delivering to high standards.

Proactive and Flexible

- Able to adapt to changing priorities and contribute across business areas when needed.

Experience in the not-for-profit or public sector is highly desirable, particularly involving funding bids, contracts, or commissioner reporting. A working knowledge of payroll systems, year-end audit preparation, and charity governance processes would be a strong advantage.

What's on offer:

A meaningful, mission-driven role with strategic influence Part time hours working around your personal commitments - 22.5 hours per week 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays Flexible hybrid working arrangement A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive team culture The chance to make a tangible difference to people's lives
All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and references, including from your most recent employer.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-38,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee mentoring programme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Transport links Work from home
Schedule:

Day shift Flexitime Monday to Friday No weekends
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person