THE TENNIS & RACKETS ASSOCIATION LIMITED (a company limited by guarantee with charitable status)

What is the Tennis & Rackets Association (T&RA)

The T&RA is responsible for the promotion, growth and governance of Real Tennis & Rackets sports in the UK.

  • acting as the governing body for Real Tennis and Rackets in the United Kingdom;
  • organising Real Tennis and Rackets tournaments;
  • increasing participation in Real Tennis and Rackets by those under 18 years of age and by under-represented groups; and
  • providing grants to clubs, schools and universities to assist in the provision of facilities for Real Tennis and Rackets.

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER JOB DESCRIPTION

Principal Responsibilities

  • Oversee all company accounts including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL and VAT returns, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Revenue Recognition and investments, Tax returns (including VAT and Gift Aid) and Fixed Assets & Investments
  • Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls and to suggest updates and improvements for accounting systems
  • Ensure that all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed, and reported
  • Establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation
  • Collaborate with auditing services to ensure proper compliance with all regulations
  • Develop budgets and financial plans for the company
  • Examine all financial reports and data closely to check for discrepancies
  • Report to the CEO and Treasurer with timely and accurate financial information, and undertake analyses as required by the CEO/ Treasurer

Specific tasks

  • Routine – bookkeeping and accounting for four separate entities (one major and three minor) on QuickBooks including bank reconciliations; payments and online banking management. Manage cash flow by tracking transactions and regularly reviewing internal reports
  • Quarterly – tournament analyses; financial market investment reconciliations (four separate funds); stock control and movement analyses (ball cloth, rackets balls, merchandise and wine); accruals and prepayments; consolidated management accounts and forecasts; consolidated VAT return; fixed asset (memorabilia) records
  • Annual – realised and unrealised gains on investments; consolidated statutory accounts; audit and query resolution; Gift Aid claims, HMRC, Companies House and Charity Commission filings

Candidate Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in accounting, business, economics, finance, or a related field, plus completed accountancy qualifications from one of the following bodies:
    • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
    • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
    • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Several years of experience in a business or finance environment
  • Honesty, integrity, reliability, high attention to detail, organisational skills
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, analytical and computer skills
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of financial issues

Working Arrangements

Part time but flexible: 20 hours per week on a routine basis plus extra days at quarter ends and year end, working out at an estimated average of two days per week. The normal place of work will be remote although you may be asked to occasionally visit the T&RA Office in Centenary House, at Queen’s Club, Barons Court, W14 9EQ.

The Financial Controller reports to the Chief Executive of the T&RA and has regular interaction with the Treasurer (volunteer position).

REMUNERATION

Based on a 20 hour a week role, remuneration is £38,000 with holiday pay of 11 days a year and access to a workplace pension.

If interested please contact the Treasurer of the T&RA, Andrew Power at acpoweruk@gmail.com