This is a fantastic opportunity to work in the grounds of Windsor Castle with the added bonus of being able to attend royal events. This Financial Accountant role will report to the Clerk of Accounts (a title that has been bestowed on this position since 1348). Desirable experience includes producing or auditing statutory charity accounts with a knowledge of Charity SORP (FRS 102).
Salary budget is envisaged to be at around £50k ( Negotiable ) plus benefits including free parking provided within the grounds of the Castle
Production of periodic (monthly) summary of fund statement;
Regularly ensure all bank accounts and control accounts are reconciled and problems or errors resolved
Administration of the accounts receivable and payable functions including banking and payment processing
Production of annual accounts for the Clerk of Accounts and supporting schedules for audit
Liaison with auditors for the year-end audits
Production of annual budgets
Production and submission of quarterly VAT returns
Co-ordination of the Gift Aid administration and submitting half yearly applications to HMRC for Gift Aid
Liaison with the Clerk of Accounts ensuring appropriate insurance arrangements and records are kept
Maintain and update the fixed asset registers and arrange updates on investment asset valuations
Review of accounts payable processes, recommending improvements and implementing any agreed solution.
Educated to degree level with a formal CCAB accountancy qualification (though exceptional part-qualified accountants will be considered);
Knowledge of Charity SORP (FRS 102), fund accounting and other relevant accounting standards;
Experience in producing statutory charity accounts and trading subsidiary accounts.