Reed Finance are working exclusively with a £22m charity in West Yorkshire in the search for a Senior Financial Accountant/Finance Manager. This is a pivotal senior role within the organisation. You will lead on financial accounting, regulatory reporting, systems implementation, and data-driven performance analysis.  You will provide leadership across the finance function, support strategic decision-making, and ensure robust financial control, reporting, and forecasting. You will be a key business partner to senior management, a mentor to the finance team, and act as a critical support and deputy to the Director of Finance. 

Hybrid working of three days in the office and two days home. 

Key Responsibilities 

Financial Accounting & Reporting 
•    Lead on the preparation of the charity’s statutory accounts and ensure compliance with relevant UK charity and accounting standards (SORP). 
•    Manage and improve month-end, year-end processes and audit preparation. 
•    Oversee tax matters and finding ways to make tax efficiencies.
•    Produce accurate, timely and insightful financial reports for senior leadership and Trustees, working closely with the management accountant. 
•    Produce monthly cash flow reports, forecasting the cash position, and highlighting any potential risks or opportunities. 

Budgeting & Forecasting 
•    Support the development and monitoring of annual budgets and rolling forecasts. 
•    Provide variance analysis and narrative reporting for departmental heads. 
•    Identify financial risks and opportunities and make recommendations for corrective action. 
•    Global Consolidation & International Oversight 
•    Lead efforts to consolidate group accounts, including working with our international offices to harmonise financial reporting. 
•    Align reporting frameworks and ensure transparency and compliance across global operations. 

Systems & Process Implementation 
•    Lead on the implementation and onboarding of new accounting and ERP systems (seeking transition from current software Access to Xero, SAGE or similar). 
•    Streamline finance processes through automation and system integration with Salesforce. 
•    Work with the Procurement Officer to centralise and manage contract and supplier databases. 

Data Analytics & Business Partnering 
•    Build financial models and dashboards to support business decisions using Excel and (preferably) Power BI. 
•    Partner with operational teams to deliver insightful analysis that drives efficiency and impact. 
•    Enhance the monthly Management Information reporting pack with data-led insights. 
•    Provide useful insights and analysis on the monthly management accounts, highlighting key trends, variances, and performance indicators to support informed decision making. 

You will be able to demonstrate
•    Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). 
•    Proven experience in financial accounting, statutory accounts preparation, and audit coordination. 
•    Strong budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering background. 
•    Advanced Excel skills and ability to manipulate large datasets. 
•    Experience producing financial insights through dashboards and reporting tools (Power BI desirable). 
•    Demonstrated leadership and people management experience. 
•    Experience with financial systems implementation and process improvement. 
•    Strong understanding of charity finance, SORP, and regulatory compliance.