Assistant Financial Accountant

To work closely with the Financial Controller (FC) in ensuring that all transactions in relation to the Sales Ledger, the Purchase Ledger, VAT, all Subsidiary Entities and Balance Sheet accounts are processed accurately and reconciled monthly. To assist the FC in ensuring compliance with tax and accounting legislation.  \\n\\nDue to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date.

This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.\\n\\nBenefitsEton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.\\n\\nMain DutiesVAT compliance \\n\\nConducting VAT review on weekly employee out of pocket and Barclaycard expenses run to ensure correct VAT recovery;\\nAssisting in preparation of the monthly VAT and Capital Goods Scheme calculations and reconciliation;\\nVAT advice for operations team as and when required.Fixed Asset Accountant \\n\\nResponsible for ensuring that fixed assets in all entities are accurate, complete, and recorded on a timely basis. Specific tasks include:\\n\\nMaintenance of the Fixed Asset registers;\\nMonthly reconciliation including recording of additions and disposals with appropriate back up;\\nAnnual depreciation calculation and reconciliation;\\nArranging rolling fixed asset counts and inspections;\\nPreparation of audit schedules including fixed asset notes for statutory accounts;\\nEnsuring all motor vehicles are taxed and insured (as necessary);\\nMaintaining all vehicle registration documents;\\nPoint of contact for motor insurance claims.Managing the accounting for Eton College Services Limited (ECS Ltd)\\n\\nECS Ltd is the largest trading subsidiary which processes the commercial activities of the College, including Dorney rowing lake.

This role is responsible for ensuring that all financial transactions in ECS are accurate, complete, and recorded on a timely basis. The role will be the first point of contact for all financial matters relating to the activities at ECS Limited. \\n\\nSpecific tasks include but not limited to:\\n\\nPreparation of monthly management accounts and commentary for initial review by the FC;\\nPreparation of the quarterly VAT return;\\nMonthly Balance Sheet reconciliations;\\nWeekly review and approval of the bank reconciliation;\\nPreparation of ECS Statutory accounts and related audit schedules for review by the FC;\\nAct as the main point of contact to the external auditors and operations team for ECS Ltd;\\nCorporation tax return workings preparation and subsequent checking of the tax return prepared a third party;\\nArranging and preparation of papers for annual board meeting;\\nReview of all sales invoices to ensure correct revenue recognition and VAT compliance;\\nCredit control matters.Managing the accounting for other subsidiary entities\\n\\nThis role is responsible for ensuring that all financial transactions for the other subsidiary entities are accurate, complete, and recorded on a timely basis. Specific tasks include but not limited to:\\n\\nMonthly bank reconciliations review and approval;\\nPreparation of statutory accounts and related audit schedules for review by the FC;\\nPreparation of the quarterly VAT return;\\nAct as the main point of contact to the external auditors;\\nCorporation tax return workings preparation and subsequent checking of the tax return prepared by a third party;\\nArranging and preparation of papers for annual board meetings. Other Responsibilities\\n\\nEnsuring all intercompany accounts are reconciled monthly;\\nEnsuring Gift Aid is reviewed, reconciled, and submitted on a monthly basis;\\nSome holiday cover for other members of the team to ensure the smooth running of the department;\\nAny other ad-hoc tasks as required by the FC.All employees of Eton College are also expected to:\\n\\nHave a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’;\\nDemonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

This includes but is not limited to completing safeguarding training as required and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood;\\nUnderstand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality;\\nDisplay a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion. \\n\\nThe Ideal CandidateTo be successful in this role, the incumbent should have: \\n\\nIdeally part qualified accountant with a commitment to ongoing professional training;\\nExperience of preparation of VAT returns and related workings;\\nComfortable in dealing with people at all levels;\\nExcellent analytical skills with the ability to question and interrogate financial information;\\nStrong IT skills (advanced Excel and Word). You may also enjoy this role if you have:\\n\\nPrevious experience of working in a charity;\\nPrevious experience of VAT partial exemption. Working Pattern\\n\\nYour working hours 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday with one hour unpaid for lunch. \\nYou will be working 52 weeks per year.About The CollegeWe are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.\\n\\nIf you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on so we can make adjustments accordingly. \\n\\nDISCLOSURE CHECKS\\n\\nEton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks.

If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form.  Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules.

It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College