Financial Accounting Manager

Benefits: 30 days annual leave, USS Pension Scheme

Location: Bloomsbury – Russell Square (Hybrid and flexible working supported)

Hours: 35 per week

SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the school which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenge.

About Us

Our Finance and Procurement Department is a dynamic and collaborative team of 25 professionals who play a crucial role in supporting the School’s financial success. From driving annual financial cycles and delivering insightful analysis, to maintaining compliance and ensuring value for money - we’re at the heart of the School’s operations.

Our team fosters a friendly, inclusive culture that encourages professional growth and development, making it an ideal place to advance your career while working alongside experienced colleagues. We offer plenty of opportunities for professional development and mentorship from a knowledgeable and supportive team.

Our principal financial software is Agresso Business World (Unit4), this plays a central role in supporting our financial activities.

About the Role

This is a newly created position within the team, and a unique opportunity for the perfect candidate to shape the role and lead an established team with a wealth of experience and knowledge.

Our Financial Accounting Manager will take ownership of the School’s external financial reporting, VAT and corporation tax affairs, and treasury management. You’ll work closely with various teams, including Financial Systems, Operations, and Finance Business Partnering. As a hands-on role, this is perfect for someone with experience of preparing year-end financial statements, collaborating with auditors, and utilising financial systems for data analysis. You will also coordinate the financial administration of all capital projects and monitor and report on expenditure against budget.

About You

You’ll be a qualified accountant with experience in the preparation of year-end financial statements and working with auditors.

Strong knowledge of current accounting standards and VAT legislation.

Skilled in financial analysis and reporting: You can easily extract, analyse, and present financial data to support decision-making.

Experienced with complex financial systems and software: You're comfortable navigating sophisticated financial tools,

Applications from new or recently qualified accountants looking for their first move out of practice are welcome to apply.

How to Apply

Please apply directly on the SOAS careers page, by clicking the 'Apply' button, above, where you can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities.

If you are interested in applying for this role as a job share, please also share the number of days you are interested in working.

Closing date: 8^th November 2024                    

Interviews to be held: w/c 18th November 2024

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