Location: UK Flexible Location
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract type: 6 months Fixed Term
Salary: £36,603 – £43,808 per annum (pro rata) (plus £3,344 ILW if applicable)

Are you ready to take on an exciting financial role that works across international borders? Come join the world of Financial Management at the BRC!

We are looking for a programme accountant to support our International Emergencies Services and Technical Advisory Department (ESTA). You’ll provide essential services such as financial management, training, due diligence, and support to finance staff and offices overseas. Your expertise will extend beyond borders as you support some UK based International Directorate teams as well!

Your purpose in this role is clear: provide comprehensive financial management support to the International programs, partners, offices, and staff. Additionally, you’ll extend your expertise to nominated Global Teams, making a global impact with your financial know-how.< /span>

As the financial anchor connecting teams worldwide, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring smooth financial operations across continents. Your decisions and insights will directly influence the success and transformation of projects that span the globe.

If you are passionate about finance, and want to be part of a meaningful global endeavor, then this is the role for you! Join us in this rewarding journey, where the possibilities are endless, and your financial expertise can make a significant difference in people’s lives worldwide. Apply now and join our team!

What will a day in the life of a Programme Accountant look like?

You’ll be the finance contact for the region through planning, budgeting and forecasting
You’ll analyse, interpret and report on consolidated budgets, assessing the implications and recommending possible courses of action
You’ll provide meaningful regional and global team analysis on financial performance
You’ll work to provide managers with knowledgeable, proactive advice and guidance on financial issues. You’ll ensure they have a clear understanding of the financial framework and the delegations within the International Directorate
You’ll work closely with the ESTA team to process grant agreements, grant transfers, and international invoice payments
You’ll conduct financial due diligence reviews of Partner National Societies and programmes in collaboration with any non-UK based BRC finance staff. You’ll ensure that key financial risks are identified, and clear recommendations given on how to deal with areas of weaknesses identified

To be a successful Programme Accountant, you’ll need:

Strong audit and internal controls knowledge with the ability to highlight weaknesses and make appropriate recommendations
Ability to assimilate complex financial and written information quickly and accurately
Strong analytical and reporting skills
Experience of developing financial systems to support international operations
Experience of supporting the financial elements of institutional donor programme
Experience of working with international programmes
Experience of different accounting systems
Experience of foreign currency monitoring and accounting
CCAB qualified accountant

In return for your dedication and expertise, you’ll get:

Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style
Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.