Delighted to present a superb opportunity for a motivated and experienced management accountant to support the Finance team. The organisation has been through a period of change including a merger with a second business and an amendment on VAT rulings. This a newly created role in a friendly, welcoming environment and would suit someone Qualified or Part-Qualified / QBE with a strong background in management accounting.
The Finance team of six includes the following roles: Payroll Officer, Fees Officer, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Fees Administrator (PT), Finance Officer, Office Administrator (PT)
Alongside a competitive salary the company offers a range of superb benefits plus 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
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Preparation of the monthly management accounts for the organisation and its trading subsidiary.
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Balance sheet reconciliations.
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Accruals and prepayments.
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Fixed assets and depreciation.
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Preparation of schedules for year end audit.
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Liaise with external auditors to provide explanations for audit queries;
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Assistance with production of statutory accounts and returns.
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Support Director of Finance with preparation of quarterly VAT return.
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Ad hoc projects as required by Senior Management.
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Support the DoF in the management of the annual budget cycle and the preparation of the annual forecast and budget for each academic year;
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Liaise with Budget Holders to obtain explanations for variances from budget.
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Ad hoc sales ledger invoicing (excluding fees) and cash book posting.
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Support Fees Officer with Fees in Advance Scheme.
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Annual Gift Aid claim.
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Completion and submission of National Statistics Surveys.
Support the Director of Finance in developing internal accounting and finance systems.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential
Fully or part qualified accountant with significant management accounts experience
Desirable
? Experience working in the charity sector
F: Personal attributes/skills:
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy
- Ability to use initiative and manage own workload
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues,
- Ability to produce and present accurate forecasts and other financial information
- Discretion in handling confidential data.
- Ability to think both strategically and tactically
- To possess a high level of analysis and decision-making skills.
- Commitment to high quality and continuous improvement.
- Ability to plan, prioritise, delegate and organise.
- Integrity, reliability, tact and self-confidence
- Able to respond flexibly and adapt to changing and challenging circumstances.
- Able to persuade, negotiate and influence others.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information received and processed as part of the job role.
- Sense of humour and perspective.
For a confidental discussion about the role, please contact Zoe Ellis at Brellis Recruitment asap.
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