Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant Location: Leicestershire - Hybrid Working Pattern: 3 days office-based / 2 days working from home Salary: £45,000-£55,000 per annumContract: 9-12 monthsStart date: ASAPThe Financial Accountant will provide effective financial accounting, control and reporting across a large, multi-site education organisation.Key Responsibilities: Manage month-end close, balance sheet reporting, reconciliations and financial controls.Ensure accurate accounting of income, expenditure, restricted funds, grants and donations.Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation accounting.Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury activity and cash reporting.Oversee billing, collections and debt management.Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and coordinate interim and year-end audits.Complete regulatory, government and grant reporting requirements.Maintain strong financial governance, compliance records and internal controls.Manage VAT, Corporation Tax and Gift Aid compliance, including HMRC queries.Provide technical accounting and tax guidance across the organisation.Manage and develop a team of part-qualified accountants and finance assistants, including appraisals, coaching and training.Support internal audit requirements and the implementation of agreed actions.Develop and improve finance processes, controls and systems.Work collaboratively across the organisation to drive continuous improvement in financial reporting and data quality. Skills and Experience ..... full job details .....