Senior Management Accountant (4781085)

About the Organisation

The Clothworkers’ Company is one of the Great Twelve Livery Companies of the City of London, with a heritage dating back to 1528. Today, it combines commercial activity with modern philanthropy, managing a substantial portfolio of property, investments and membership operations that support its long-term mission.

The Company established The Clothworkers’ Foundation as a separate registered charity in 1977, which has since awarded more than £194 million to organisations supporting marginalised and disadvantaged communities. It has grown to be the largest livery foundation and a nationally significant grantmaker. Together, the Company and the Foundation bring together heritage, commercial activity and social purpose.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Management Accountant to play a key role in ensuring the smooth, effective and timely operation of the finance function across both the Company and the Foundation. You will take ownership of month-end, quarterly reporting and cashflow forecasting, provide clear financial analysis to senior stakeholders, and support the continuous improvement of financial systems and processes. You will also have the opportunity to get involved in other ad hoc project work.

You will work closely with the Clerk, Director of Finance, Property & Investments, Finance Manager, Management Accountant, and colleagues across membership & communications, collections & archives, operations and grants, giving you exposure to a broad range of finance areas and organisational activities. The role offers significant opportunities to learn and develop, and to gain rounded experience across commercial, charitable and investment accounting.

Responsibilities include:

 - Lead the month-end and quarterly reporting cycle, ensuring accurate, timely accounts and forecasts.

 - Oversee core financial operations, including payments, invoicing, financial controls, grant payments and day-to-day use of Sage 200 and Excel.

 - Support budgeting and forecasting, preparing clear analysis and schedules for committees and senior leadership.

 - Prepare audit schedules and year-end information, ensuring robust balance sheet controls and statutory compliance.

About You

You’ll be a qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) with strong experience in both management and financial accounting. They will consider candidates coming from practice (first or second movers). 

You will bring strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail and confidence with Excel and accounting systems. Just as importantly, you will enjoy collaborating with colleagues, communicating financial information clearly, and working with stakeholders across multiple teams.

A proactive, hands-on approach, and a willingness to dive into the detail when needed, will help someone thrive in this environment.

What’s in it for You?

This role offers the chance to join a friendly, collaborative and mission‑driven team in one of the City’s most historic institutions. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a wide variety of financial activity across both the Company and the Foundation, contribute to meaningful social impact, and benefit from a supportive environment that encourages ongoing learning and professional development.

Benefits include: a generous pension, medical/dental insurance, life cover, health assessment, regular company events and activities, 24 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, flexible working, hybrid employer with 3 days in the office.

What to Do Next 

For an informal discussion or to apply, please contact Peter O’Sullivan at Hays, who is managing the recruitment on behalf of The Clothworkers’ Company. Please do not wait until the closing date to apply as candidates will be continually assessed.

Contact information

The Clothworkers Company

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