We’re looking for a Funding Senior Accountant to join our team.
This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in managing over £100m of internal commercial lending and overseeing the £1.6bn funds ledger, directly influencing how funding is allocated across the organisation. You’ll be at the heart of key financial decisions; reviewing and challenging investment proposals, allocating funding to high‑impact projects, and monitoring performance to ensure expected returns are delivered.
The income we generate is reinvested into conservation and access, creating a virtuous circle that underpins everything we do. Strong, sustainable finances are critical to achieving this and Treasury plays a vital role in making it happen.
This is a fixed term contract due to end when the previous employee returns from maternity leave. At this point we cannot confirm exactly how long this contract will last, but it is unlikely to be more than 14 months.
Internally you’ll be known as Treasury & Funding Senior Accountant.
What it's like to work here:We’re a motivated and collaborative team of nine, supporting everything from individual properties through to Trustee-level decision making. Our work spans investment management, cash flow forecasting, external financing, internal lending and oversight of a complex funds environment.
We’re a small but agile team that works closely together to deliver high-quality insight, effective financing solutions and continuous process improvement. You’ll have the opportunity to shape how we work, contribute new ideas and get involved in a wide variety of activities across the function.
Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You’ll be required to work at the office for 40% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview.
What you'll be doing:You’ll play a key role in delivering the Commercial Loan programme, reviewing and robustly challenging business cases for new projects, agreeing funding allocations and monitoring performance against expectations. You’ll ensure loans are accurately administered, reported and aligned to project outcomes.
You’ll also oversee the accurate and efficient management of the £1.6bn funds ledger, supervising Assistant Accountants and improving processes to optimise the use and accessibility of restricted funds.
Alongside this, you’ll contribute to wider Treasury activity including cash management, forecasting and stakeholder engagement, building strong relationships across our organisation. You’ll also support the development of new approaches and initiatives as we evolve to meet future strategic priorities.
Who we're looking forYou’ll bring a broad range of the following knowledge, skills and experience, shaped by different roles, sectors or career paths, and the judgment to apply them effectively at scale;
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
- Ability to assess and challenge financial assumptions and identify value-adding opportunities
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to interpret and manage complex data
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the confidence to challenge, influence and engage senior stakeholders
- A proactive, organised approach and the ability to take initiative
- Strong systems skills, including finance systems and Microsoft Office
- Experience of business case appraisal and investment analysis
- Experience delivering commercial value and driving meaningful business improvements
- Committed to supporting a purpose-driven organisation through informed financial decision-making and expertise
The packageThe National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Fixed Term f/t (37.5 hrs pw for 14 mo)
