Senior Finance Accountant

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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