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Responsible for: Leading on the charity’s management accounting and financial reporting Hours: Part time, 3 days per week Reports to: Business & Finance Manager Role overview City of Trees is looking for an experienced charity accountant to strengthen our internal finance function and provide high-quality financial insight to our senior management team and board of trustees. City of Trees Trust is a fast-growing environmental charity working to plant trees, restore woodland, and create greener, healthier communities. Now in its third year, with a turnover exceeding £4 million, the organisation is entering an exciting new phase of expansion. Our work is funded through a diverse mix of grants, corporate donations, and contracted delivery projects. This newly created role will lead on the charity’s management accounting and financial reporting; including preparing monthly management accounts, providing restricted fund analysis, budgeting and monitoring, support strategic decision-making, and ensure strong financial control. About City of Trees We are City of Trees, the Community Forest for Greater Manchester and registered charity. We plant trees, we look after trees, we promote a culture of trees. We plant trees for people; to create better, greener places; to boost health and wellbeing; to enhance green skills; and to tackle the climate and biodiversity emergency. We’re rooted here in Greater Manchester, the place we live and work. We are proud to call Greater Manchester home and are passionate about making our region even better, one tree at a time. Benefits • Flexi-time, • 25 days paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time employees), • Training and development opportunities, • Employer match up to 8% contribution pension scheme after 3-months service, • Cycle to work scheme, • Comprehensive health & wellbeing package Key duties and responsibilities: Management Accounting & Reporting • Produce timely, accurate monthly management accounts using QuickBooks., • Prepare detailed restricted and unrestricted fund analysis., • Provide variance analysis and commentary to the Management Team and Trustees., • Work with the Senior Management Team and Business & Finance Manager on the annual budgeting cycle across departments., • Prepare updated forecasts throughout the year., • Maintain monthly cashflow forecasts and advise on cash requirements., • Support the Business & Finance Team with day-to-day financial processing., • Work with the Business & Finance Team to review and develop financial policies, procedures, and internal controls (existing framework in place)., • Ensure accounting records comply with charity-specific requirements (SORP, fund accounting, restricted funds, VAT)., • Lead on reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, including grant and project balances., • Monitor grant expenditure against funding agreements and ensure accurate allocation to restricted funds., • Liaise with operational teams on project financials and contract delivery., • Prepare year-end working papers and accounts for submission to the external accountant and auditor., • Assist with queries from auditors and funders., • To support the senior management team and build strong relationships with managers and wider members of the team., • Monitor and implement general statutory requirements e.g. risk assessments, Health & Safety, data protection and GDPR., • Perform any other duties, as required, in line with expectation within organisational framework. Person Specification Essential • Strong experience working in a charity finance environment, including restricted fund accounting, • Part or fully CIMA, ACA or ACCA qualified, • Using Quickbooks or other financial management software and standard MS Office applications, • Strong management accounting skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues, • Experience preparing and presenting budgets, forecasts, and cashflow models, • Understanding of charity compliance, SORP, VAT and grant funding, • Ability to process and analyse information with detail and care, • Preparing audit support schedules and liaising with external accountants and auditors., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Professional, proactive and approachable., • Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, • Highly organised, • Commitment to work with integrity and discretion when dealing with confidential information, • Willing to manage a diverse and busy workload, • Developing and implementing finance process improvements Additional information How to apply: Should you be interested in this role, please submit a full CV and covering letter detailing your relevant skills and experience. The closing date for this advertisement is 3rd February 2026 with interviews expected to be held on at our Trafford Park office on 10th February 2026 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

Interim Financial Accountant - Reconciliations (6-9 Months Contract).

Project Accountant (6 month FTC) | North Manchester (Office Based) | £50,000 - £70,000 plus benefits | Consumer products. A fast-growing, privately owned consumer products business is looking to appoint an experienced Project Accountant on an initial 6-month fixed term contract.

Interim Financial Accountant – Reconciliations (6‑9 Months Contract) – Salford (Hybrid) – £55,000. It's a great stepping stone into future opportunities across finance operations, continuous improvement, or broader financial management. A major UK organisation with multiple business divisio

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Management Accountant for a contract role in Greater Manchester.

Job Description Management Accountant Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Permanent, Full-time We are working with a well-established professional services organisation in Manchester city centre seeking an experienced Management Ac

A global environmental consultancy in Manchester is looking for a motivated Project Accountant on a 12-month contract to provide critical financial support for project managers. The ideal candidate will manage project budgets, perform cost analysis, and maintain stakeholder relationships.

The project accountant must be able to develop good working relationships with stakeholders on all levels and must therefore be very professional, outgoing and approachable.

Support Project Managers with managing DSO days, by supporting Project Managers with invoicing and AR management and any associated queries. Provide ongoing training of Project Managers, Partners and Administrators in the use of GMS and other financial management tools. ERM is seeking a motivated Pr

A Financial Accountant is required to work for a leading Media business based in Manchester on a 6-month contract (hybrid working, 2 days per week in the office). Reporting to the Head of Financial Accounts, you will be responsible for the accounting for various entities, including month-end, balanc

The role will include duties such as:** Project Set-up* Project reviews* Reconciliations of project variances and WIP* Analysis of project costs against budget* Support Project Managers with managing DSO days, by supporting Project Managers with invoicing and AR management and any associated queries

A leading technical recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant for a fixed-term contract in Manchester. Key qualifications include being a CIMA/ACA qualified accountant with relevant experience in financial accounting, alongside advanced Excel proficiency.

A leading consulting firm seeks an Interim Public Sector Accountant in Manchester.

Lead Accountant - Maternity Cover Contract. The RTR Lead Accountant will initially support the RTR Team Lead in the project to expand the current shared services footprint across the core transactional accounting area of Record to Report. Qualified Accountant - ACCA, CIMA, ACA, with at least 5 years

ERM is seeking a motivated Project Accountant to join our UK Business Unit to support the finance function with general project accounting duties. Support Project Managers with managing DSO days, by supporting Project Managers with invoicing and AR management and any associated queries. The project

A global healthcare services company in Manchester seeks a Lead Accountant on a maternity cover contract.

A global environmental leader is seeking a motivated Project Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Manchester. This role involves managing project accounting duties, analyzing costs against budget, and supporting Project Managers. The ideal candidate will have a background in project acco

A leading charity in Greater London seeks a Qualified Year-End Accountant to assist in preparing statutory accounts and managing the year-end process. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with 3–5 years of experience in senior finance roles. This is a full-time, remote position

A local authority team is looking for a Capital Accountant for a 6-month contract offering £500 to £550 per day.

A leading delivery service in the UK is seeking a qualified Financial Accountant to join the International Accounting & Finance team on a contractual basis.

Type: Contract (Potential to Convert). Prior success in contract/consulting roles. This accountant will play a key role on a finance team of ~20 professionals.

This is a contract position suitable for mid-senior level accountants.

A growing organization in Kent is seeking a Financial Accountant on a contract basis, offering £250 - £275 per day.

A recruitment partner is seeking Accountants and Auditors for a flexible, remote contract role.

A leading outdoor advertising company based in London is seeking a post-qualified Management Accountant. It's a temporary contract with the possibility of extension, offering a dynamic environment in the media sector.

A growing telecommunications business in the UK is seeking a Management Accountant to enhance monthly reporting and support financial processes during a busy transition. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with strong Excel skills and can start immediately. This position offers a contract emp

Contract Senior Accountant - Insurance. With an established team and with a fast growth trajectory this is great environment for an accountant with insurance experience to join on a 12 month maternity contract.

A recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Financial Accountant / Management Accountant for a 12 to 18 month contract.

A dynamic high-growth company in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced project accountant to support its expansion.

A prominent fund administration service provider in the UK seeks a Senior Fund Accountant to manage accounting for investment companies and fund structures. This is a six-month temporary contract position, ideal for those passionate about fund accounting and client service in a collaborative environ

Project Accountant (Fixed Term Contract 1 Year).

A public sector organization in Greater London is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant for a temporary six-month role.

A finance recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Management Accountant for a 6-month hybrid contract in Huntingdon.

A local authority recruitment agency is seeking a Technical/Financial Accountant for a 6-month contract in Greater London. Ideal candidates must be fully qualified accountants with financial reporting experience, particularly in local government.

A financial services provider in the UK is seeking a Financial Accountant for a contracted role focused on government finance.

A leading navigation solutions provider is looking for a Group Accountant to join their team on a fixed-term contract in Greater London. The ideal candidate should be a qualified accountant with resilience and professionalism, ready to engage with regional finance teams.

A growing organization in accounting is seeking a Financial Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Limerick.

This role will be on a 13 month contract.

A well-respected recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Interim Accountant (QBE) for a 6-month temporary contract.

Senior Branch (Project) Accountant (12 month Fixed-Term Contract). We are recruiting for a Senior Branch (Project) Accountant to join us on a 12 month Fixed-Term Contract!. ACCA/ACA/CMA qualified accountant with +3 years post qualified experience in the insurance industry.

A leading financial services firm in the UK is seeking a qualified financial accountant for a 3-month assignment.

The Financial Accountant supports day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reporting.

This position is a temporary contract with potential for extension. A leading outdoor advertising company in London seeks a post-qualified Management Accountant to join their finance team.

The Project Accountant will drive improvements in financial reporting عثمان lead the system implementation project for the new Oracle ERP system. Fixed Term Contract – ideally to start ASAP.

A leading venture capital firm in London is seeking a Fund Accountant for a 6-month contract starting early January 2026, with potential for permanent placement. The ideal candidate should be a qualified accountant with experience in fund accounting, particularly within Private Equity or Venture Cap

Financial Accountant (Contract). The Financial Accountant supports day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reporting.

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Financial Accountant for a 6-month hybrid contract in Luton.

This 6-month contract requires a qualified accountant with at least 5 years of experience in a local authority setting. A recruitment firm in South West England is seeking an Interim Chief Accountant for a local authority.