Cash Accountant

About the role

The Cash Accountant is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the Imperial's Bank and short-term investment deposit balances. This person will be a problem solver and able to resolve data / accounting issues independently as they arise within the Bank /Treasury related accounts with minimal management supervision.

What you would be doing

You will be responsible for ensuring all Bank account and Treasury related accounts (e.g. short-term deposit accounts) are correct, for reconciling Bank and Treasury related account balances including those mentioned, for maintaining the general ledger, and for ensuring compliance with accounting principles and company policies.

What we are looking for

• Part Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CCAB, ACA) or similar level of qualification
• Experience of working with Bank and deposit/Treasury related accounts
• Experience of reconciling complex Bank and deposit/Treasury related accounts independently
• Detailed knowledge of accounting standards relating to Cash Management
• Knowledge of Reconciliations and resolving complex data issues
• Detailed working knowledge of accounting software (ideally Oracle) and Cash Management systems
• Working Knowledge of Blackline reconciliations software
• Ability to work independently and resolve accounting issues as they arise
• Excellent analytical skills - ability to identify issues in data and reconcile complex accounts with large datasets
• Ability to problem solve and find solutions to data incongruities
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to present complex data sets clearly and concisely to senior management
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to manage own workload and prioritise tasks, with limited management supervision
• Good written and verbal communications skills, to be able to explain information about pay and pensions to non-experts

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to join a fast-paced team that is integral to Imperial’s Finance operations
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity
• Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes)
• Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

Due to the nature of this role, we will be shortlisting candidates as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy as soon as a suitable candidate has been appointed. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as possible to avoid disappointment.

Candidates are required to complete an online application.

Should you require any further details on the role please contact:

Finance Development at finance-development@imperial.ac.uk

Available documents

Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.

• download: Employee Benefits Booklet.pdf
• download: Job description.pdf

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