DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Financial Accounting JOB TITLE: Financial Accountant SALARY & HOURS: From £45,294 to £55,264 per annum, 35hrs per week The University of Buckingham has a unique atmosphere, unlike that of any other higher educational institution. Despite being one of the UK's smallest universities and the only independent university to hold a Royal Charter, Buckingham has staff from over 60 countries, making it a truly distinctive work environment. Whichever of our locations you find yourself working in, you will be sure to feel a part of our friendly community. Our size enables us to foster a very personalised, supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, with lots of opportunity for development, something which we are very proud of. The Corporate and Professional Services departments are the cornerstone of the University. They each provide essential and valuable support to both each other and the Academic departments, helping the University to function in the most efficient and productive way, ensuring that the students' experience is second to none. We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box, but we are invested in our people and their development, so we encourage you to apply if you believe you have the majority of the skills and experience required and are keen to develop further! Job Purpose: The core purpose of this role is to produce timely, accurate and compliant financial reporting and compliance, maintain an effective financial control environment and support the overall effectiveness and efficiency of financial processes and controls across the University, including the production of the University's subsidiaries' annual financial statements, quarterly banking covenants compliance reporting, regulatory compliance, and control account reconciliations. Essential requirements: Qualified ACCA/ACA Current SORP reporting knowledge Strong group consolidation skills What can we offer you? We might be small, but we can still offer plenty of perks! In addition to an Aviva Pension scheme, we offer: Beautiful working environments across our campuses with plenty of space Employee Assistance Programme Christmas closure On-site gym and exercise classes On-site catering facilities University bookshop with staff discount Free on-site parking Excellent opportunities to network and continue learning across a variety of departments Discount of courses for staff and their families The closing date for applications is 22nd May 2026, and it is anticipated that interviews will be held shortly thereafter. Please note: if successful, any offer is subject to standard checks, including qualifications, eligibility to work in the UK on a permanent basis and DBS (if applicable) For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website http://www.buckingham.ac.uk/about/hr /