Head of Finance & Projects - Remote based role
About Our Client
Leading Guildford based Charity are seeking an ACA or ACCA qualified Accountant to undertake a permanent Head of Finance & Projects vacancy.
Job Description
* Leads a team of two direct reports with overall responsibility of approximately six staff.
* Lead the successful and timely production of the organisation's annual report.
* Lead the incorporation and financial reporting of a new organisation European entity reporting in IFRS.
* Lead audit coordinator for the organisation's audits.
* Completion and submission of form US 990 for the organisation to the IRS.
* Collation of Directors Emolument forms for onward submission to PwC for both the organisation audit.
* Take the lead on the Uniform Guidance audit with PwC.
* Annual submission of US Census returns to the US Government.
* Responsible for the accurate cash flow forecasting for the organisation including working collaboratively with the Treasury team.
* Take the lead in cost centre accounting across Global Hub.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues in the Global Programmes & Operations team to ensure the accurate accounting of Post Employment Benefit (PEB) in Country Offices.
* Resolution of day-to-day non-technical accounting queries arising from Country Offices. Working collaboratively with the Finance Manager to ensure accurate reporting of GGF.
* Implementation of preventive and detective controls within Global Hub to ensure completeness and accuracy of data.
* Lead on various Financial Accounting Policy projects in conjunction with the Head of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting.
* SAP subject matter expert including maintenance of Chart of Accounts and process improvements.
The Successful Applicant
* Degree level education.
* Qualified Accountant (ICAEW or ACCA).
* Strong and proven accounting ability with knowledge of corporate accounting under FRS102, IFRS and US GAAP.
* Good analytical skills and ability to interpret financial information.
* Significant experience of managing statutory accounting teams and working in a complex, dynamic multi-currency environment.
* Excellent knowledge of and practical experience in SAP.
* Significant experience of implementing and driving change involving multiple stakeholders and project management.
* Hands-on practical approach to problem solving.
What's on Offer
* 25 days holiday.
* 100% remote based job.
* Generous pension.
* Friendly team.
* Chance to work for a particularly worthwhile organisation.
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