Financial Accountant
- Salary – £46,150 per annum
- Contract – Full time, Permanent
- Hours – 37.5 hours per week
- Location – Central Birmingham (Hybrid Working)
- DBS requirement - Basic
- This role does not offer eligibility for visa sponsorship
This role offers a starting salary within Nacro’s pay structure of £46,150 with expected progression to £47,535 within the first year, subject to meeting clear criteria and performance standards, with further pay progression available in the future. Nacro’s pay framework provides transparent progression points and supports ongoing professional development and career growth
Help shape the financial future of Nacro. Deliver the insight and control that enables us to change lives.
At Nacro, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future. As one of the UK's leading social justice charities, we support thousands of people every year through housing, education, justice and community services.
Are you a qualified or part-qualified accountant looking to make a meaningful impact in a national charity?
We're looking for a Financial Accountant to join our Finance team and play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls and supporting the organisation's financial performance.
Our team
We're creating a Finance function where people are trusted to make a difference. We value collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement expertise, you'll have the opportunity to influence how we work and help build a Finance service that supports Nacro's long-term success.
About the role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality financial information, supporting month-end and year-end processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and VAT regulations, and identifying opportunities to improve financial systems and processes. You'll also provide line management and development support to Finance Assistants while working closely with colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative Finance team. As we continue to strengthen our Finance function, you'll play a key role in improving financial reporting, enhancing controls and providing the insight that supports better organisational decision-making. This is an opportunity to influence how finance operates within a national charity delivering meaningful social impact.
What you'll be doing
As Financial Accountant, you'll play a central role in ensuring the smooth running of Nacro's financial operations by:
- Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts, journals and reconciliations.
- Coordinating month-end and year-end close activities while maintaining key balance sheet and control accounts.
- Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and external audit requirements.
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns in accordance with HMRC requirements.
- Completing and reviewing bank reconciliations, monitoring cash flow and supporting treasury activities.
- Maintaining the integrity of financial systems and identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting.
- Providing line management, coaching and development to Finance Assistants, helping to build a collaborative and high-performing team.
- Building positive relationships with budget holders and colleagues across the organisation, providing financial advice, responding to queries and supporting effective financial decision-making.
You'll be someone who
- Is fully or part qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA or equivalent).
- Has experience working in a financial accounting role within a large or complex organisation.
- Has strong experience of financial reporting, month-end and year-end processes, reconciliations, journals and VAT returns.
- Has experience managing or supervising colleagues and enjoys supporting others to develop.
- Has excellent Microsoft Excel and financial systems skills, with experience of ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle or SAP being desirable.
- Has exceptional attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate work while managing competing priorities.
- Is a confident communicator who can build effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
- Takes a proactive approach to problem solving, continuously looking for ways to improve financial processes and systems.
- Ideally has experience within the charity sector and knowledge of Charity SORP.
Why Join Now?
We're investing in our Finance function and modernising the way we work. This is an exciting time to join, with opportunities to influence new ways of working, improve systems and processes, and help build a Finance service that supports Nacro's long-term ambitions.
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Application deadline: 29th July 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 3rd August 2026
Nacro is fair and inclusive employer
At Nacro, we believe in the power of a diverse and inclusive team. We are a Ban the Box employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those with criminal records. Convictions are not discussed at application stage and will only be considered later if relevant to the role, assessed fairly, proportionately and confidentially. For advice, contact our confidential Criminal Record Support Service on 0300 123 1999 or [email protected].
