Accounts Lead

  • Making a Difference to Maidstone
  • Jan 22, 2026
Full time Banking

Job Description

Responsible to: Charity Manager.

  • Primary Responsibility: Maintain accurate financial ledgers and provide comprehensive financial reporting.
  • Reporting: Responsible for Management and Year-End reporting.
  • Financial Operations: Manage supplier payments, VAT, and cash monitoring.
  • Planning: Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
  • Asset Management: Maintain records for fixed assets.
  • Compliance: Adhere to and maintain financial procedures and policies.
  • Support: Provide support to the wider Finance Team and work collaboratively with colleagues.
  • Safety: Protect the safety and security of service users, staff, and the confidentiality of information.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Experience: Experience in financial management, managing budgets, and analysing management accounts.
  • Qualifications: Relevant accounting experience or qualification (e.g., AAT or equivalent).
  • Skills: Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work.
  • Networking: Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with stakeholders.
  • IT Proficiency: Strong skills in IT and proficiency in Windows software.

Additional Information:

  • Work Attire: Smart casual clothing with appropriate footwear.
  • Training: Appropriate training provided as needed.

This is a paid position for up to 2 days a week - negotiable