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Join the Wellcome Trust's mission to improve global health, by taking a pivotal role as a Financial Accountant.
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Organisation summary
The Wellcome Trust is an international charitable foundation committed to improving health globally. They focus on bold scientific research, leading policy advocacy, and building strategic partnerships. Their ambitious plan is to invest £16bn in mental health, infectious disease, and climate-health research over the next decade.
Role Summary
- Responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
- Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements.
- Manage accounting adjustments and develop financial policies.
- Provide financial advice to support informed decision-making across departments.
Role Requirements
- Keen attention to detail.
- Experience in developing accounting processes.
- Qualification in ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
- Background in accounting or audit, preferable experience in financial control processes and investment and grant accounting.
Application Process Details
- Wellcome Trust operates a hybrid working model, offering three days in-office and two days remote work.
- The organization values diversity and inclusion, with a strong commitment to creating a fair and thriving work environment.
- Offers flexible work options and a culture that respects differences.
The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation dedicated to improving health by supporting bold science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. Over the next decade, we plan to invest £16bn in life, health, and wellbeing research, focusing on mental health, infectious disease, and climate and health. These challenges require innovative approaches beyond science alone.
As a Financial Accountant, you will join our Finance team on a fixed-term contract and play a crucial role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of Wellcome's financial records. Your responsibilities will include preparing, analyzing, and interpreting financial statements to provide insights into our financial health. You will also manage accounting adjustments, develop financial policies, and support other departments with financial advice to facilitate informed decision-making.
Job requirements include meticulous attention to detail, experience in developing accounting processes, and a qualification in ACA/ACCA/CIMA. You should have a background in accounting or audit, with specific experience in financial control processes and preferably in investment, charity, or grant accounting.
Wellcome offers a hybrid working model, with three days a week in our Euston Road offices and two days working remotely. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a fair and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Benefits include flexible working options and a supportive culture that values differences.
