Faculty Management Accountant | Permanent | Hybrid | Education-based | Leeds | £39,355 – £51,039 | Full-time

At Hays, we are working exclusively with a further/higher education institution who are looking for a Faculty Management Accountant to join their Faculty Finance Team on a permanent basis. This workplace is a dynamic and multifaceted financial environment where the pace is fast, and the challenges are complex. It offers a stimulating and rewarding role within a large and diverse faculty. Here, you'll be expected to work independently, managing tight deadlines while providing a professional and supportive finance partnering service to a wide array of stakeholders. This role is ideal for those who thrive in busy settings and are adept at navigating intricate financial landscapes.

Your new role

• Partnering with senior staff to provide efficient professional financial services and support across the faculty.
• Supporting five-year plans and ensuring effective performance control.
• Handling month/year-end accounts, budgeting, financial planning, and forecasts.
• Monitoring financials against plans, investigating variances, and taking corrective action.
• Liaising with budget holders, providing timely and accurate financial information.
• Offering advice on financial matters and guiding colleagues on processes and regulations.
• Leading/supporting funding streams and institution-wide initiatives.
• Evaluating new initiatives for financial sustainability.
• Coaching and developing team members, sharing knowledge, and enhancing service quality.
• Providing guidance on financial processes, regulations, and best practices to staff.
• Reporting and presenting to key stakeholders.

What you'll need to succeed

• CA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA qualifications or to be qualified with substantial relevant experience.
• Proven experience in Management Accounting.
• Experience of influencing senior stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.
• Experience in producing and monitoring financial plans.
• Skill in creating insightful management information.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; Power BI experience is a plus.
• Experience in staff supervision and development.
• Desirable: experience in higher education and of using Power BI and SAP.

What you'll get in return

• 26 days annual leave + 16 days bank holidays/ institution closure
• Choice of 3 pension schemes with generous employer contributions
• Flexible working opportunities: Hybrid working (2 days in office) and flexitime
• Free on-site parking
• Access to an on-site fitness centre
• Access to professional, personal, and leadership development programs
• Savings on shopping, public transport, cycling and healthcare

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.