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Deputy Head of Financial Accounting - Strategic Leadership Role in Education
Location: South West London (Hybrid Working Available)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you an experienced finance professional ready to take the next step into a leadership role? Join a respected educational institution in South West London as a Deputy Head of Financial Accounting, where you’ll lead vital areas of financial reporting and play a key role in statutory accounts and audit coordination.
About the Role
As the Deputy Head of Financial Accounting, you’ll be at the heart of financial operations. You’ll lead on year-end statutory accounts, oversee day-to-day Accounts Payable and Receivable functions, and support the wider finance team with technical expertise. This role also acts as a deputy to the Head of Financial Accounting, giving you senior-level exposure and the opportunity to drive improvements across financial systems and processes.
You’ll manage a small team (including a Financial Accountant and Cashier) and take ownership of external reporting, compliance, and treasury oversight, while ensuring the institution remains audit-ready and aligned with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the production of year-end financial statements for the organisation and its subsidiaries.
* Manage external audit processes and maintain strong professional relationships with auditors.
* Deliver external statutory returns (e.g., OfS, Charity Commission, Companies House).
* Oversee monthly and quarterly balance sheet reviews, cash flow forecasts, and technical accounting papers.
* Approve and review journal entries and reconciliations.
* Monitor debtors, bad debt provision, and treasury function to ensure liquidity and investment compliance.
* Act as a key liaison with banks and investment managers; signatory authority included.
* Deputise for the Head of Financial Accounting as required, ensuring continuity and leadership.
What We’re Looking For
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong technical accounting knowledge.
* Proven experience preparing statutory accounts and managing audits.
* Excellent understanding of financial controls, cash flow, and balance sheet reporting.
* Strong Excel skills and experience working with financial systems.
* Experience in higher education or a similarly complex environment is advantageous but not essential.
* A confident communicator who can engage with stakeholders at all levels.
Why Join?
* Meaningful work in a mission-driven organisation.
* Supportive, collaborative team environment.
* Flexible hybrid working options.
* Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Education
* Industries
Higher Education, Education, and Education Administration Programs
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