Accountant

About this role

About The Company
Pilgrims' Friend Society is a well-established charity dedicated to providing compassionate housing and care services to the elderly, grounded in Christian values. Operating across 20 sites with over 700 staff members, the organization serves a diverse community of residents, ensuring they experience dignity, respect, and a loving environment. With an annual income of approximately £20 million, Pilgrims' Friend Society is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of its residents through innovative care solutions and a strong ethical foundation.


About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Financial Accountant to join our finance team. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will oversee the financial operations related to our legal entities within the Housing Schemes. This role involves managing finance sub-ledgers, ensuring precise reconciliation, and maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The Financial Accountant will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting budgeting processes, and driving process improvements to enhance efficiency within the finance function.


This position offers an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a background in management accounting, preferably within the charity or non-profit sector, to contribute to a mission-driven organization. The role requires proactive problem-solving, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments to support the charity’s broader objectives.


Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a relevant finance or accounting degree or equivalent practical experience. Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA are highly desirable, especially if recently or part-qualified. Proven experience in management accounting, including month-end and year-end closing, balance sheet...