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Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant

Reed

Posted 4 days ago, valid for 2 days

Oxford, Oxfordshire OX4 2WA, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

Reed Finance is seeking a Financial Accountant for a 6-7 month maternity cover at a higher education institution.
The ideal candidate should be available on short notice and experienced in a fast-paced organizational environment.
Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements, audit liaison, month-end close, and cashflow forecasting.
Candidates must be fully qualified accountants with a focus on process improvement and will supervise the Finance Officer.
The position offers a salary of up to £60k per annum and provides a supportive and flexible working environment.

Reed Finance are partnered with a higher education institution to onboard a Financial Accountant for maternity cover of 6-7 months. You will ideally be available on short notice and be familiar with the schedule demands of a large fast-paced organisation to enable you to hit the ground running. Reporting into the FD and Assistant FD this is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable experience within a new sector and offers a friendly and supportive working environment and very flexible working (after an initial few weeks).

Key requirements:

Preparation of Financial Statements
Audit liaison (external)
Month End close
cashflow forecasting
Quarterly VAT return
Ensuring the integrity of the balance sheet
Cashflow and treasury management
Capital grant return
ONS requests
Supervising the Finance Officer, offering guidance and mentoring

You will be a fully qualified accountant with a natural flair for process improvement. Salary offered is up to £60k per annum and offers a vibrant and stimulating working environment.

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