Ivy Rock Partners are working with Parkinson's UK on their recruitment for a Senior Financial Accountant as part of a planned restructure to facilitate the charity's continued growth and expansion. Parkinson’s UK are pushing for better, right here, right now. Every one of us has a crucial role to play as both drivers and enablers of change . Parkinson’s UK is the UK’s leading charity for people with Parkinson’s. We're a growing organisation with 605 employees, 4000 volunteers and a projected income of £50m+. Our proud history dates back nearly 60 years, but now we’re on a mission to be fit for the future, ensuring we have the infrastructure, culture, and operating model to drive even more impact for people with Parkinson’s, both now and in the future. The Operations team plays a key role in driving that mission. Over the coming years we’ll be modernising our systems and processes to ensure they’re fit for now, as well as in the future. Much of this work is already underway, and we’re now ready to start our exciting new chapter. We’ve been working to get ourselves in the best shape to deliver that progress over the next few years, and we’re now looking for ambitious, driven, and purpose-led people to join our team of ‘relentless doers’. About the role You’ll lead the production of Annual Accounts for the Charity and its subsidiaries and oversee the wider Financial Accounting Team. You’ll also deputise for the Head of Financial Operations and contribute to Finance Transformation initiative. As a subject matter expert, you will advise on technical accounting, tax, and internal controls and liaise with auditors and advisors. Additionally, you will be responsible for driving process improvements through the effective use of data and digital tools across the organisation, with the goal of enhancing efficiency and effectiveness. What you’ll do Accountable for the efficient and accurate production of the Annual Accounts, acting as a key contact to the Auditors and Governance Team Continuously develop and keep up-to-date with current regulations to act as subject matter expert on tax, audit and technical accounting queries Coach and provide expert advice to the Finance Management team Ensure that the charity meets internal and external reporting targets such as VAT returns, Gift Aid Returns, etc How to Apply Ivy Rock Partners are exclusively partnering with Parkinson’s UK on this vacancy. Please apply using the apply function or get in touch with Holly Arrowsmith at Ivy Rock Partners for further details. Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion