Job Description
Role Overview: Leyton Orient Trust Management Accountant
Hours: Full-time (40 hours)
Location: In-person (minimum two days/week)
Salary: £45,000–£50,000
Education: Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
The Management Accountant will lead and deliver all aspects of the financial
operations of Leyton Orient Trust, ensuring strong financial governance, accurate
reporting, and strategic financial planning. This role is central to maintaining
compliance, supporting growth, and enabling long-term sustainability across the
Trust’s activities.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Financial Leadership
• Advise and support the Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees
with financial insights, real time planning and recommendations
• Develop, shape and implement financial strategies aligned with the Trust’s longterm goals
• Lead forecasting, cash flow planning, and financial scenario modelling
• Guide policy on reserves, risk management, and financial resilience
Financial Management & Controls
• Maintain robust financial systems and internal controls
• Deliver monthly management accounts with clear narrative analysis
• Oversee all financial transactions, including grant compliance and restricted
funding
Reporting & Compliance
• Provide monthly departmental financial analysis to the CEO
• Prepare quarterly and annual reports for the Board of Trustees
• Lead the annual budgeting cycle and support departmental budget planning
• Ensure adherence to Charity SORP, VAT regulations, and audit standards
Operational Financial Responsibility
• Process payroll, pensions, and HMRC submissions on a monthly basis
• Manage Aged Creditors, prepare supplier payments and account
reconciliations
• Manage Aged Debtors, code and raise invoices and manage overdue debtors
• Monitor monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, control accounts, and
restricted funds
Systems & Process Responsibilities
• Maintain and enhance the finance system (e.g. Xero)
• Champion digital tools and process improvements
• Support procurement, asset management, and cost efficiency
• Maintain all related Finance systems including funding contracts and employee
records
Staff & Departmental Support
• Help managers interpret and manage their budgets
• Contribute financial input to funding bids, contracts, and project planning
• Line-manage related staff, if applicable
Audit & Governance
• Coordinate the annual external audit, including preparation of audit
documentation
• Serve as the primary contact for auditors
• Keep financial policies current and ensure effective implementation
• Attend Trustee meetings to present financial updates and respond to queries
Other Duties
• Carry out other tasks in line with the role and organisational needs including
supporting Club Finance operations as and when required
Education/Qualifications/Training:
• Qualified Chartered Accountant – ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent
Desirable criteria
• Experience of preparing SOFA and year end charity financial statements
• Knowledge of financial legislation in respect of Charities
• Excellent communicator (written and verbal)
• Knowledge of Xero software
• Knowledge of payroll and PAYE
• Able to self-motivate, good time management and meet deadlines
