FOUR PAWS is the global animal welfare organisation for animals under direct human influence, which reveals suffering, rescues animals in need and protects them. Find out more about our sustainable campaigns and projects on www.four-paws.org.

Would you like to contribute to something meaningful and work with us along our mission? This is your chance. We are looking for dedicated people to enrich our team.

Your contribution will be

• Leading the production of accurate monthly management accounts and quarterly and adhoc financial reports and scenario planning for the Director UK and Board, providing financial analysis to assist with key decision making
• Supporting the senior management team in the analysis of monthly results and ensuring accurate and timely information is provided
• Ensuring that all corporate reporting requirements to FOUR PAWS International are complied with
• Overseeing the accounts payable process, payroll process, administration of pensions and the employee expense process ensuring robust controls are in place
• Leading the budgeting and forecast process providing support to the cost centre managers and producing the consolidated budget for the organisation
• Maintaining the fixed asset register
• Managing the F&A budget ensuring cost efficiencies
• Preparing and monitoring an effective cash flow forecast for the organisation
• Proactively reviewing finance processes and controls necessary to ensure compliance with funders and statutory requirements and to safeguard the assets of the organisation
• Managing the annual audit process, being the key point of contact for external auditors on operational matters relating to the audit process
• Producing annual financial statements fully compliant with local GAAP regulations
• Ensuring compliance with charity legislation/regulations and that all statutory filings are made in a timely manner
• Supporting the Director UK with Board Governance matters and filing of documents, i.e. supporting paralegal activities for compliance with necessary board resolutions
• Providing support to the Head of Fundraising with financial planning, reporting and analysis
• Reconciling all sources of fundraising income received to payment solution provider reports
• Overseeing UK Gift Aid claim process and legacy accounting and administration
• Having oversight of communication from FOUR PAWS International on the roll-out of new finance systems
• Being responsible for Interim line management of the Finance and Admin Officer

Your profile ideally illustrates

• Qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with strong technical skills and a minimum of two years post qualification experience, preferably with experience of charity accounting
• Evidence of continuing professional development, and successful application of best and next practice in accounting
• Successful experience in a leadership role in finance and operations including the development of effective strategies
• In-depth knowledge of core financial processes and financial accounts
• Experience of effectively managing a team
• Great affinity to animal welfare and FOUR PAWS vision and mission

Our offer includes

• The opportunity to truly contribute to global animal welfare
• 29 days holiday per year, plus Bank Holidays and bonus family days at Christmas
• An efficient eLearning onboarding platform
• BUPA support package
• Flexible working times with hybrid working between our central London Borough office and the ability to work from home up to 4 days a week
• Gross annual salary of between £50,000 and £55,000 pro-rata, negotiable depending on higher than required qualifications, skills and professional experience relevant for the position

FOUR PAWS works towards a world filled with respect, empathy and understanding for animals and believes in the same values for people: we strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply as we welcome everyone who wants to support our mission. Please contact [email protected] if you require assistance applying to this position.

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