AddressAccountant (Income Generation)
Location: Remote working, flexible across the UK
6 months Fixed Term Contract (but with potential to be extended)
Full Time 35 hours per week (typically Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm)
Salary: £44,680 (plus London Weighting, £3,344, if applicable) per annum
Are you a CCAB qualified accountant (or part-qualified, with relevant experience) who would like to make an impact within a global humanitarian organisation? We have an exciting prospect for an Accountant to join the British Red Cross.
A Day in the life of an Accountant
It's a stimulating and technically demanding role with an organisation-wide remit. You will be involved in providing general advice on accounting and month end queries. You will help in our adherence to the highest standards of regulatory compliance.
You will be part of a team seeking to maximise the financial performance of the organisation. This will be done through financial planning, forecasting, analysis and reporting to aid decision making across all functions.
The work you will do will be crucial to the work of the organisation, and therefore vital to the lives of those in crisis. Your skills directly contribute to supporting our humanitarian efforts, making a real difference in the lives of those we aim to help.
This role might be for you if...
Location: Remote working, flexible across the UK
6 months Fixed Term Contract (but with potential to be extended)
Full Time 35 hours per week (typically Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm)
Salary: £44,680 (plus London Weighting, £3,344, if applicable) per annum
Are you a CCAB qualified accountant (or part-qualified, with relevant experience) who would like to make an impact within a global humanitarian organisation? We have an exciting prospect for an Accountant to join the British Red Cross.
A Day in the life of an Accountant
It's a stimulating and technically demanding role with an organisation-wide remit. You will be involved in providing general advice on accounting and month end queries. You will help in our adherence to the highest standards of regulatory compliance.
You will be part of a team seeking to maximise the financial performance of the organisation. This will be done through financial planning, forecasting, analysis and reporting to aid decision making across all functions.
The work you will do will be crucial to the work of the organisation, and therefore vital to the lives of those in crisis. Your skills directly contribute to supporting our humanitarian efforts, making a real difference in the lives of those we aim to help.
This role might be for you if...
- You're preferably a CCAB qualified accountant (or part-qualified, and working towards qualification), with sound knowledge of accounting standards and practices.
- You're highly computer literate with substantial experience in Excel, Word and computerised financial systems. Experience of Agresso or similar accounting software an advantage.
- You’re able to plan and manage substantial projects and activities.
- You have experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team within a complex organisation.
- You have a genuine affinity with the organisations purpose and drive to make a positive personal impact.
- You have a keen eye for detail, with problem-solving, decision making and effective communication skills.
- Experience of building (and maintaining) strong and effective relationships at all levels, internally and externally.
Closing date for applications is 23:59 on Wednesday 20th March 2024. Early submission of completed applications is recommended. Due to the requirement of needing someone in post we may interview candidates before the closing date of the advert. We reserve the right to close the advert early.
In return for your dedication and expertise, you’ll get:
- Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
- Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
- Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
- Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
- Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
We are proud to participate in the disability confident scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme.
At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
