Charity Finance Specialist

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom ROYAL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY Full time
Job Title

Financial Manager for the Royal Astronomical Society



Job Description

The Royal Astronomical Society is seeking a qualified and experienced finance professional to join our team as a Financial Manager. This role will be responsible for overseeing all financial functions, including accounting, payroll, and bookkeeping. The successful candidate will have a senior accounting qualification and experience in the charity sector.



Key Responsibilities

Financial Management


The Financial Manager will be responsible for managing the Society's finances, including preparing financial reports, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.



Audit and Compliance


The Financial Manager will oversee the audit process, including preparing Charity SORP annual accounts, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including anti-money laundering and 'Know Your Customer' duties.



Financial Analysis


The Financial Manager will provide timely and accurate financial insights to support strategic decision-making, including analyzing financial data and providing recommendations for financial planning and management.



Payroll and Pension Administration


The Financial Manager will oversee payroll and pension administration, including preparing and submitting payroll returns and pension submissions to the Pension Regulator.



Financial Reporting


The Financial Manager will prepare and submit financial reports to the Board of Trustees, including quarterly and annual financial reports.



Committee Support


The Financial Manager will act as Secretary for the Finance Committee, setting agendas, preparing papers, and taking minutes.



Essential Qualifications and Experience


The successful candidate will have a senior accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent), experience in the charity sector, and knowledge of Charity SORP.



Desirable Qualifications and Experience


The successful candidate will also have experience of data analysis and databases, ability to work and communicate with people at all levels, and willingness to learn and develop new skills.



How to Apply


Interested candidates should submit a CV and covering letter to the Royal Astronomical Society.



About the Royal Astronomical Society

The Royal Astronomical Society is a Learned Society for Astronomers and Geophysicists in the UK and internationally. We have a membership of 4200 and are located in Burlington House, Piccadilly. We are committed to promoting astronomy and geophysics in the UK and internationally.



Equal Opportunities Employer

The Royal Astronomical Society is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.



Job Share

We would consider the position as an option to job share if joint applications are submitted.



Eligibility to Work in the UK

The RAS has a legal responsibility to ensure that all its employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Therefore, you need to be eligible to work in the UK.



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