Financial Reporting Manager - Higher Education Cedar is currently supporting a higher education institution based in the South East with the recruitment of a Financial Reporting Manager to join their organisation on a permanent basis in a newly created post. Role Summary:The Financial Reporting Manager will lead and manage financial accounting activities for the organisation, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, robust financial reporting, and efficient oversight of finance personnel. This role involves coordinating year-end financial processes, overseeing cash management, managing VAT and tax returns, and supporting long-term financial planning and investments. Key Responsibilities: Financial Statements and Compliance: Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements for the organisation and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with FE/HE SORP and Office for Students'' requirements.Tax and VAT: Prepare quarterly VAT returns and annual corporation tax returns.Cash Flow and Investments: Monitor cash flow, prepare cash flow statements, and manage short-term investments in line with the organisation''s treasury management policy.Team Leadership: Line-manage and develop the Finance Officer and Banking Administrator, conducting appraisals and leading team meetings.External Liaison: Work closely with external auditors, tax advisors, and HMRC as required.Financial Systems Development: Contribute to the development of the organisation''s financial systems, ..... full job details .....