- Financial Reporting: Prepare consolidated and statutory accounts, liaise with external auditors, and provide technical accounting guidance.
- Team Management: Lead and develop a finance team, ensuring clear objectives, effective training, and a culture of financial control.
- Investment and Trust Management: Oversee valuation reporting, capital calls, and fund transfers, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
- Cash Flow and Fees Management: Monitor bank accounts, manage cash flow, and reconcile fee payments.
- Payroll Oversight: Approve payroll, manage salary sacrifice schemes, and calculate taxable benefits.
- Project Support: Assist with corporate projects and provide cover for other finance roles as required.
- Proven experience in preparing consolidated financial statements.
- Strong team management and leadership skills.
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
- A proactive mindset, with a focus on financial control and continuous improvement.
- Experience in higher education or charity accounting.
- Experience leading external audits within group structures.