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Location: Remote working, flexible across the UK
Contract: Permanent
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?
Location: Remote working, flexible across the UK
Contract: Permanent
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?
A Day in the life of an Accountant at the British Red Cross
We have an exciting opening for an Accountant to join the British Red Cross International directorate. It's a demanding but fulfilling role with an organisation-wide remit. You will be involved in providing advice on accounting and tax issues. You will help in our adherence to the highest standards of regulatory compliance. You'll be part of a team seeking to maximise the financial performance of the organisation. You'll do this 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 efforts; making a real difference in the lives of those we aim to help.
The role of Accountant might be for you if...
We have an exciting opening for an Accountant to join the British Red Cross International directorate. It's a demanding but fulfilling role with an organisation-wide remit. You will be involved in providing advice on accounting and tax issues. You will help in our adherence to the highest standards of regulatory compliance. You'll be part of a team seeking to maximise the financial performance of the organisation. You'll do this 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 efforts; making a real difference in the lives of those we aim to help.
The role of Accountant might be for you if...
- You're 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, SAP or similar accounting software an advantage.
- You’re able to plan and manage substantial projects and activities.
- You have experience of working within a complex organisation.
- You have a genuine affinity with our 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, both internal and external.
Closing date for applications is 23:59 on Monday 29th January 2024. Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing Monday 5th February 2024.
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.
- Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
- Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
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.
