We are seeking a talented Financial Accounts Assistant need who will support our Financial Accountant with our statutory reporting, taxation compliance and treasury functions. You will help maintain a robust balance sheet control environment, particularly focusing on Fixed Asset and Treasury Reporting. About the Role You will be a detail-oriented finance professional to support the compilation of the University’s Annual Financial Statements and assist throughout the external financial audit. The role involves completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations, supporting internal management reporting, and preparing daily and monthly cash and treasury reports. You will have full responsibility for maintaining fixed asset records and reporting, assist with Corporation Tax and quarterly VAT returns, and support the administration of the University’s insurance arrangements. A key part of the role is contributing to the ongoing review and improvement of financial processes. About You Studying towards or holding AAT or equivalent qualification Ability to work accurately to tight deadlines Good team player Previous experience of working in a university Advanced excel knowledge – pivot tables etc Experience of month end and year end reconciliations Experience of financial audits Previous experience in a similar role Familiarity with Fixed Assets For further information on the essential and desirable skills we’re looking for, please refer to the attached Job Description. Additional Information Salary Grade 5 - Starting from £29,588 rising to £33,002 per annum The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range, unless there are exceptional circumstances. Additional information Study support will be offered Hybrid position – you will be expected to come to our Newton park campus 2 days a week. Please note that as of April 2024, there has been a change in the UK’s sponsorship threshold. Regrettably as the salary for this role falls beneath this, you will not be eligible for sponsorship therefore your application will automatically be rejected. Staff Benefits We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/ We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.