FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

We have partnered with an educational instiution to find a key hire into the finance team.

Workingalongside the Head of Finance you will haveresponsibility for the operation of the general ledger, including assisting the Head of Finance with preparation of a first draft of the management accounts and associated reports.

This role is a key one in a supportive environment and will offer a starting salary of 26-27k along with a generous package of benefits.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To maintain the general ledger and fixed asset register, giving oversight to the sales and purchase ledgers as required.
Processing of month end journals including accruals, internal transfers, and prepayments.
To produce and maintain a set of account reconciliations on a monthly basis, including the reconciliation of funding payments received and payments made to subcontractors.
Assist the Head of Finance in the preparation of a first draft of themanagement accounts on a monthly basis.
To assist the Head of Finance in the preparation of the year end accounts and associated statutory returns.
Provide budget holders with essential budgetary reports and transactional information that assists budget holders in the effective management of their cost centres.
Work with the Head of Finance to ensure that financial systems allow for strong financial control, including the implementation of actions from internal or external audit reports.
To assist the Head of Finance in raising the level of financial awareness and developing financial systems, processes and providing system training.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

AAT 4 as minimum
Specific experience of accruals, prepayments, balance sheet management and month end processing.

If you are looking to utlisie your accoutning skills inside a small friendly team, please send your CV for immediate consideration.

Financial Accountant