NADAS is a not for profit incorporated charity with charitable purposes relating to the promotion of agriculture, horticulture, forestry and rural crafts, and the education of the public in these matters.Based at the Newbury Showground, which it owns and operates, in a prime location at the junction of the A34 and M4, the Society delivers an extensive education programme to schools throughout Berkshire, North Hampshire and South Oxfordshire, operates a membership scheme, runs an annual ploughing match and local farming competitions to promote best practice in the industry.However, its most significant event is the Newbury Show, one of the top Agricultural shows in the country, held annually on the third weekend of September.
The Society employs a small team of staff; this team supports the work of numerous volunteer committees as well as the running of the Society and all the administrative activity associated with it.
Purpose of the Post
The primary purpose of this role is to manage the financial affairs of the Society and report regularly to the Board of Management.
Responsibilities also include production of financial reports; proper maintenance of accounting records; accurate processing of financial transactions; and administration of a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), adhere to grants management standards, and liaise with the external auditors.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide an effective and efficient financial control environment
- Produce monthly management accounts
- Maintenance of the fixed asset register, monthly payroll and quarterly VAT returns
- Ensure financial reporting compliance with government regulations and legislation
- Work with the external Auditors on the audit of the annual accounts
- Prepare and update the annual budget on a monthly basis
- Prepare and present reports as required to the Board Members.
- It should be recognised that these are the core responsibilities and that the post holder will also be expected to contribute financial awareness within the Team, while also needing to be able to “roll up their sleeves” when required.
- File the annual financial statements with the Charity Commission and act as main provider of information to the CC
- The role will be principally office based.
Attributes Required
Education & Training:
Knowledge & Experience:
- Ideally 5 years’ experience in a business or finance environment
- Understanding of charity finances and regulations
- Proficient with ICT including Sage/Xero, the Microsoft suite of programmes or other data management programmes
- Understanding of GDPR regulations
- Proven aptitude for providing an effective and efficient administration service
Personal Skills/Attributes:
- Honesty, integrity and reliability
- Organised
- Enthusiastic, proactive, conscientious and hardworking
- Work well with other members of the team
- Ability to organise efficiently and prioritise to meet deadlines
- Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to function in a high-pressure environment, such as at Show time
- Some seasonal flexibility at show time (August/September) will be required
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