Job Description

ABOUT KEYCHANGE

VISION

Every person has fullness of life through the unconditional love of a supportive community.

MISSION

We want those facing isolation to be connected and supported in a community. We want older people to live in a community so they have thriving lives combining independence and interdependence. We want young people and women who are currently homeless and have experienced trauma to find a safe place where they are supported and equipped for the next stage of life. We want to provide environments where people can express and develop their faith journey.

FAITH BASIS

We are a Christian charity motivated by the love of Jesus to support people. We are made in the image of God, so each person is valued. We believe God made people to live in a community with positive relationships. We welcome people of all faiths and none in everything we do

ROLE OVERVIEW

The role involves collaborating with the finance team to provide comprehensive financial data to community managers, the senior leadership team and trustees. You should demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn while delivering financial analyses and generating management information for non-finance users. Additionally, you will support the senior finance team in producing consistent and reliable non-financial organisational data.

This position is based at the London central office, where hybrid working patterns are available. Occasional visits to operating sites may be required.

This role will report directly to the Senior Finance Team (SFT).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

DATA PROCESSING DUTIES

Be able to deputise and provide absence cover for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll Leads. Develop skills to facilitate the production of Management Accounts (acquiring the OJT skills, education and capabilities necessary to become the next Management Accountant). Support year-end processes and liaise with Auditors. Liaise with other central office teams and support the SFT with business case development. Assist with external compliance for various regulatory bodies.

BUSINESS PARTNERING:

Participate and assist in business partnering meetings for:
i) Management accounts review with registered managers

ii) Budget build and scenario testing

PROCUREMENT

Support the processing of procurement and contract management.

SYSTEMS

Cultivate curiosity and develop capabilities for cloud-based accounting and other ERP/CRM software applications. Stay informed about data security considerations and ongoing regulatory compliance in line with UK practices for finance operations.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

A relevant professional accounting training qualification (NVQ level IV) is essential Exposure to payroll processing Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects and a diverse workload Excited to develop communication skills, with the ability to present numbers to non-financial colleagues A team player with a flexible "can do" attitude, taking initiative to solve problems Good and developing numeracy, literacy, analytical and communication skills Competent in Microsoft 365, particularly Office, SharePoint and Teams

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

XERO accounting system experience is advantageous

WORKING AT KEYCHANGE

We strive to create a supportive and inspiring work environment where you can make a real impact, whilst growing personally and professionally. We actively invest in staff culture, with opportunities across the year to connect with colleagues working across the organisation. We take a personalised approach to professional development, and will work with you to identify your goals and to create opportunities for learning and development in your role.

KEY TERMS OF ROLE

Salary: 27,000-32,000 depending on qualifications and experience at the time of appointment. A cost-of-living increase is usually awarded annually. Other increases will be at the discretion of the Director of Finance, subject to performance and training advancements. This role will be supported by an accountancy training "day release" style package paid for by Keychange, aiming for a CCAB qualification within 2-3 years. To be accepted, a supplemental training contract must be signed and returned. The role is based on a 35 hour work week. Annual leave entitlement is 25 days plus UK bank holidays. Other benefits include: Pension scheme Comprehensive Employee Wellbeing Programme offering access to 24/7 GP appointments and counselling Specialist training with career development and ongoing training relevant to the role Recognition programmes Funded blue light cards

Please note: applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 27,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee mentoring programme Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Referral programme Work from home
Application question(s):

Are you able to reliably travel to our London office location as required for this role? Do you currently hold a CCAB-recognised accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA), or are you willing to study towards it?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 24/10/2025