Job Title: Senior Finance Accountant Full-time 37 hours per week
Based Solihull
Salary 23- 28 p/h (dependent on experience)
Role Overview
* Assist with monthly management accounts, including cash flow forecasts and contribution statements.
* Maintain and develop finance reports within Q&A and Sun systems.
* Produce accurate month-end reports and liaise with budget holders to review performance and resolve variances.
* Prepare and input budget journals and support annual budget planning.
* Monitor capital expenditure and manage cash flow forecasts, including daily/weekly oversight and investment of surplus funds.
* Prepare financial forecasts, grant claims, and reconcile to the general ledger.
* Lead year-end accounts production and coordinate audit requirements.
* Support and prepare for audits to ensure strong outcomes.
* Supervise and develop the Assistant Management Accountant.
* Deliver high-quality financial services to internal and external stakeholders.
* Improve financial systems and controls for efficiency and compliance.
* Conduct due diligence and credit checks on major suppliers.
* Complete funding body and statistical returns.
* Maintain financial procedures and ensure compliance with controls.
* Provide cover for the Finance Officer and act as a cheque signatory.
* Support organisational values, policies, equality, sustainability, and compliance requirements (e.g. safeguarding, health & safety, data protection).
* Undertake other duties consistent with the role.
Candidate Requirements
* Enhanced DBS
* Qualified Accountant ACCA / CIMA / CIPFA / ICAEW
* Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent
* A proven track record in the production of management accounts
* Experience of preparing year end accounts
* Proven experience of cash flow monitoring and forecasting
* A good knowledge of budgetary control and experience of working with budget holders to resolve queries
* Understanding of computerised accounting packages
* Proficient excel use and excellent report writing skills in financial systems
* Experience of managing financial aspects of capital projects
* Experience of working in the Further Education Sector would be an advantage.
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