Our client, an established institution in the Higher Education sector is seeking to appoint a Senior Financial Accountant to support the delivery of accurate, insightful financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Financial AccountantLocation: Remote
Salary: Up to c.£55,000 depending on experience + Excellent pension + benefits
Job Type: Full -Time, Permanent
Senior Financial Accountant - Key Responsibilities:
- Handle and manipulate large volumes of financial data, presenting clear, interrogatable summaries to support strategic and operational decision-making
- Lead on key sector-specific financial returns and compliance, including HESA and TRAC submissions
- Support statutory reporting, VAT compliance, and pension scheme accounting
- Engage with colleagues across finance and non-finance functions to ensure high-quality reporting and data integrity
- Identify and implement improvements to financial modelling, forecasting, and reporting processes
Senior Financial Accountant – You:
- Strong background in Higher Education finance, with experience of HESA, TRAC, VAT, and pensions
- Advanced Excel skills essential – including use of Power Query, pivot tables, complex formulas, and financial data visualisation
- Proven ability to analyse, interpret and present complex financial data in a clear, accessible format
- Professionally qualified (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience with demonstrable sector expertise
- Self-motivated and organised, with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a remote-working environment
Senior Financial Accountant - Offer Includes:
- Salary up to circa £55,000, depending on experience
- Fully remote working arrangement
- Excellent pension scheme and comprehensive employee benefits
- An opportunity to contribute to a respected institution in the Higher Education sector, with a focus on data-driven insight and compliance excellence
Application Process:
To express your interest or to request further information, please apply or get in touch today.
