Financial accountant

This is an excellent opportunity for a part or fully qualified accountant to join a leading not-for-profit organisation, taking ownership of financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end processes, and the leadership of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams. You'll play a key role in strengthening financial controls, driving process improvements, and supporting the organisation's wider mission through high-quality finance operations. Client Details Our client is a large, well-established organisation within the not-for-profit sector, delivering essential services and support to communities across the UK. With a strong focus on social impact and continuous improvement, they offer a collaborative environment where finance plays a key role in supporting their mission and long-term success. Description Lead and oversee the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions Manage reconciliations, financial controls, and reporting across AP/AR Prepare journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and monthly management accounts Support month-end and year-end close processes Assist with statutory accounts preparation and external audits Complete bank reconciliations and support cashflow management Support VAT returns and ensure compliance with accounting and charity regulations Identify and implement process and system improvements Lead, coach, and develop finance team members Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation Profile You'll be a proactive finance professional with strong technical accounting skills and experience operating in a complex finance environment. Fully or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA or equivalent) Financial accounting experience within a large organisation Experience managing Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable functions Strong knowledge of reconciliations, journals, VAT, month-end and year-end processes Previous experience leading or supervising finance staff Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills High attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines Desirable Charity sector experience Knowledge of Charity SORP Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle or similar Job Offer Salary ranging from £46,000 to £48,000, dependent on the level of experience. 12 month Fixed-term contract based in Birmingham. Opportunity to lead and develop finance operations Join a well-respected national charity making a real difference Birmingham-based role with a collaborative finance teamIf you're interested in this role, apply now