ABOUT EQUAL
EQUAL is an IPC-registered charity that delivers equine-assisted and animal-assisted services to support the mental and emotional wellbeing of children, youth, seniors, families, and communities. Our work sits at the intersection of human wellbeing, animal welfare, and experiential learning, and is delivered through a multidisciplinary team of programme professionals, equine specialists, operations staff, and volunteers. Fundraising is mission-critical to EQUAL’s ability to deliver safe, high-quality, and impactful programmes. As the organisation scales, EQUAL is strengthening its fundraising infrastructure, pipeline discipline, and stewardship capability to support sustainable growth.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role provides hands-on accounting support to the Finance Business Partner, ensuring that EQUAL’s day-to-day financial operations are accurate, timely, and well-organised. You will be responsible for executing core accounting processes — including accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and maintaining proper financial records — while supporting month-end closing and audit preparation. This is a foundational finance role designed for someone who is detail-oriented, dependable, and keen to build strong accounting fundamentals in a mission-driven organisation. You will gain exposure to charity accounting, fund tracking, and audit processes, while contributing to the smooth running of EQUAL’s finance function.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Day-to-Day Accounting Operations
Process accounts payable (vendor invoices, staff claims) accurately and promptly
Support accounts receivable, including invoicing, receipts, and donation recording
Prepare and post journal entries with proper documentation
Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records in the system
Month-End Closing Support
Reconciliation & Records Management
Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly
Maintain accounting schedules (e.g. payables, receivables, basic fund tracking)
Ensure all financial documents are properly filed and easily retrievable
Audit & Compliance Support
Prepare supporting documents for audits and regulatory submissions
Ensure documentation is complete, organised, and audit-ready
- Support basic tracking of restricted funds in line with donor requirements
Process & Systems Support
- Assist in preparing reports and data for budgeting and forecasting
Budget & Reporting Support
- Assist in preparing reports and data for budgeting and forecasting
Experience
Diploma or Degree in Accountancy or related field
At least 2 years of relevant accounting experience preferred
Experience in handling full set of accounting functions
