Working at the RFU means being part of the ‘bigger picture’ at England Rugby: to be rooted in our purpose, which is to enrich lives, introduce more people to rugby union & develop the sport for future generations. If our purpose resonates with you, and you recognise the value that sport can bring to people’s lives, we’d love to work with you. An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Accountant to join the Finance team on a fixed term basis.
Job Title : Financial Accountant
Department : Finance
Reports to : Senior Financial Accountant
Salary Banding : c.£59,000
Job Level : Implement
Location : Twickenham
Employment Type : Fixed Term Contract until September 2025
Application Information:
1. Please submit an anonymised CV and cover letter (. please exclude personal details, .
2. The closing date for applications is Thursday 9th May 2024 at 5pm.
3. The RFU reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
4. Applications may be considered whilst this vacancy is advertised.
Nature and Scope:
The Financial Accountant will drive Finance to become an integral part of the business, providing real value through the provision of quality, timely and accurate information that underpin decisions.
The Financial Accountant is responsible for the month and year end reporting for fixed assets including partnering with various departments covering budgeting, monthly board reporting, analysis and tracking against forecast. They will also take an active role in monitoring and reporting for the RFU’s subsidiary entities including both commercial and charity entities.
What will you be doing?
Some key responsibilities include:
5. Full end to end Fixed Assets process including but not limited to; Processing and reporting (management and board) of capital expenditure. Working to enhance the capital reporting capability using Oracle reporting tools. Reconciliations between the fixed asset register and trial balance. Leading Capital UAT for All Oracle upgrades. Suggesting and implementing improvements to the authorisation process for capital spend. Providing periodic capital and depreciation projections for the business.
6. Posting and reviewing monthly journals: Bank and loan interest including forecast outturn. Subsidiary performance and forecast outturn. Investment performance. Reviewing transactions posted into the ledger.
7. Coordination of balance sheet review for subsidiary entities
8. Establish new processes for financial reporting as the company enters into new agreements.
9. Manage subsidiary reporting, preparation of management accounts and presenting results at the month end close meeting.
10. Support business partners in month end queries, spend analysis and investment appraisal.
11. Act as an ambassador for, and promote the best interests of the RFU, including the promotion of the RFU core values and culture.
Your approach to Life (your behaviours):
12. You have strong influencing and consensus building skills, and you're able to build sustaining relationships.
13. You have excellent attention to detail with a thorough, proactive approach to problem solving.
14. You're able to work collaboratively.
15. You are process driven and able to work well under pressure.
16. You're able to inspire confidence and create trust.
17. You possess sound judgement and the ability to think creatively to reach desired goals.
What you Know:
Essential:
18. Qualified CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent.
19. Excellent attention to detail with a thorough, proactive approach to problem solving.
20. Ability to balance multiple priorities against strict deadlines.
21. Effective communicator, comfortable dealing with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
22. Committed to actively contributing and building an inclusive culture in your role and day to day behaviours.
Desired:
23. Experience of using accounting systems for recording transactions and reporting results.
24. Experience of capital accounting and processes including depreciation planning and projection.
25. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key business contacts that allows for constructive challenge where needed.
26. Comfortable working on several work streams at once.
Additional Information:
27. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If there is anything we could do to support you through your application or to provide the best environment for your interviews, including assistance or adjustment, please reach out to .
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