LHH Recruitment Solutions are currently working with an international charity based in West Sussex with the recruitment of a Group Financial Accounting Manager on a permanent basis.

The role can be predominantly remote with the need to go to the office on occasions for meetings (or more if you wish). This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong Accountant who has IFRS / Charity SORP accounting knowledge.

Key responsibilities include:

Responsibility for the statutory reporting for the Group, the UK charity and trading company, including the preparation of year end accounts in accordance with the Charity SORP
Manage the month end financial processing ensuring completeness and accuracy of data in the global accounting system to timetable, undertaking key reconciliation activities and monitoring integrity of interfaces between systems
Project manage the global group audit process including pre audit preparation, management of the timetable and main point of contact for audit team staff and audit manager
Preparation and review of FRS and UKGAAP reporting and technical accounting papers
Manage and develop the group accounting function, and team members, with a focus on continuous process improvement particularly in support of the strategic objective "Strategic and efficient use of resources".Key skills / experience required:

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Experience of IFRS / Charity SORP accounting principles
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong people management skills
Values driven with a passion to developing a strong culture within the team

This is a fantastic role for someone who enjoys a technical accounting role and who wants to work for an organisation that puts an emphasis on culture and values. The office is based in West Sussex but the company offer excellent flexible working arrangements.

Salary is up to £57,500 with a strong benefits package