Calvert Exmoor
Senior Management Accountant
Job Location
Job Description
Calvert people
Our business is all about people and as such our staff are super important to us. We have crafters, book worms, mountain bikers, cooks, runners, gamers, movie buffs, dancers and everything in-between. Family people, single people, couples and happy and caring people. Whilst working with us you can be guaranteed to find individuals with similar interests and make friends for life.
Who are we?
We are Calvert Exmoor; a registered charity providing stimulating, exciting and accessible breaks and activities for children, adults, families and groups with disabilities. We also provide school break programmes and run a community swimming pool and Riding for the Disabled Equestrian Centre. We take a unique and person-centred approach to assist our guests along their journey to a more confident and empowered self, with our specially adapted centre and amazing staff team providing an inclusive attitude and atmosphere for all. At Calvert Exmoor, we prove that it’s what you CAN do that counts! In the summer of 2024, Calvert Exmoor ran an incredibly successful fundraising appeal which achieved outstanding results. The charity has huge support, and this success will cement an exciting and long-term sustainable future for the centre. You’re welcome to join us at this very exciting time!
The role of Senior Management Accountant
Overview
As Senior Management Accountant at Calvert Exmoor you will be required to reduce the complexity of and deliver accurate financial reporting, supply information to relevant financial bodies, assist the Finance Manager with streamlining existing processes and ensure that the finance function can continue to run effectively at all times.
Key responsibilities
- To oversee the production and audit of the Annual Financial Statements
- To assist the Centre Director wherever possible in ensuring compliance with all financial bodies.
- To oversee and support the preparation of the annual and monthly budgets and forecasts.
- To deliver change management through the finance function, including system processes and methodology to streamline the function and eliminate any inefficiencies.
- To work with the Finance Manager and income generating teams to ensure that the routine reporting system is automated wherever possible.
- Develop and monitor financial performance through KPIs and forward-looking reporting.
- To review reports where appropriate, comment on performance against budget and provide explanation for variances and recommendations where possible.
- To coordinate and be a key point of contact amongst with regards to all aspects of insurance.
- Deliver ad hoc financial modelling.
- To have sufficient knowledge of the day-to-day systems and processes to be able to stand in for the Finance Manager for short periods.
- Lead and manage the Finance Manager including regular performance and development reviews.
What you will need
- CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent or qualified by experience to the higher level
- The ability to analyse complex financial information and provide insights
- The ability to interpret and present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
- A strong understanding of UK charity law, tax regulations, and financial compliance
- Proficiency in Excel, financial accounting systems, and software
- Knowledge and experience of using Sage is desirable
- The desire to simplify processes to improve business performance
- Proven experience in financial process improvement
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent leadership and management skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
- Experience of working within the charity sector
Some amazing benefits
- As well as the chance to become part of an incredibly inspiring organisation and a great team, we can offer passionate people like you several benefits including:
- Speedy response to all applicants
- Option of a site visit prior to application to see who we are, what we’re about and meet the teams
- A collaborative and friendly work environment
- Working in an environment that actively promotes personal development
- Free on-site parking
- Beautiful location, with immediate walks around the reservoir
- 29 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with length of service increase
- Death in service benefit
- Plus, the chance to make a real difference in the work you do
Location
Situated at the edge of Wistlandpound Reservoir, among beautiful pine forests and rippling streams, our fully accessible centre offers high quality facilities and professionally adaptive accommodation, all nestled within the rolling hills of Devon’s Exmoor National Park.
Our hiring process
You’ve found this ad, and it’s piqued your interest, what’s next…
- Get in touch – send us, a copy of your CV, a covering letter detailing why you’d like to work at Calvert Exmoor and details of 2 referees, who should be your most recent or present employers where possible. Referees will not be contacted until a job offer has been made.
- If it looks like you might have what we are looking for we’ll be in touch with a copy of the job description and an interview invite.
Job type: Part-time 2-3 days per week, permanent or fixed-term contract considered
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 pa pro rata
Location: This is an office-based role working from Wistlandpound, Kentisbury, Barnstaple EX31 4SJ.
No agencies please.
Calvert Exmoor complies with the Equality Act 2010. We believe in fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting diversity in our employment practices. We do not discriminate in employment based on ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, marital status, medical history, parental status, gender or pregnancy.
Please inform us of any adjustments that may need to be taken into consideration prior to a telephone call or visit to the site.
All our roles require either an enhanced or basic DBS check relevant to the role.
Location: Barnstaple, GB
Posted Date: 12/24/2024
Contact Information
Contact | Human Resources Calvert Exmoor |
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