At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide financial advice and support for budgeting, reporting, and analysis.
- Company: Join a dynamic university finance team with a focus on collaboration.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a team that values continuous improvement and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on financial decision-making in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills and a passion for finance are essential.
The predicted salary is between 43313 - 52938 £ per year.
The postholder will provide specialist financial advice, guidance and support on financial policies, procedures, and regulations across a portfolio of designated areas of responsibility, which may include Academic Faculties, Professional Services, and/or Commercial Services.
The postholder will lead on the provision of financial management support, including budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting and variance analysis in relation to income, staffing costs and other operating expenditure. They will work proactively with Heads and senior colleagues within their areas of responsibility to support effective financial planning, management, and decision-making.
Description of Duties
- Prepare for the annual budget-setting process for designated areas of responsibility, covering income, staffing costs and other operating expenditure. Work proactively with Heads of relevant areas to establish financial requirements, taking account of available resources and changing operational activities.
- Monitor income and expenditure against approved budgets throughout the financial year, providing appropriate financial advice and support to budgetholders to promote effective budget management. Identify areas of concern and collaborate with relevant colleagues to agree appropriate corrective action.
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly and quarterly management accounts for designated areas of responsibility, liaising with relevant colleagues to investigate and resolve issues and providing meaningful variance analysis and commentary.
- Support the preparation of year-end financial accounts, working closely with relevant areas and external auditors and providing clear explanations and supporting information as required.
- Maintain and update financial forecasts throughout the year, investigating significant changes and variances, identifying emerging financial pressures or opportunities, and collaborating with relevant colleagues to agree appropriate corrective action. Ensure that all known commitments are appropriately identified and reflected within forecasts.
- Prepare and provide high-quality financial management information to support financial planning, analysis and informed decision making, including contributions to the University's Strategic Planning process.
- Prepare, review, and validate financial information and returns submitted to external stakeholders, ensuring that information is accurate, complete, and submitted within required timescales.
- Provide support to the Service Accountant in the delivery of the above responsibilities and contribute to the effective operation of the wider Finance function.
- Provide timely and appropriate financial advice and guidance to staff within designated areas of responsibility, ensuring the correct and consistent application of the University's Financial Regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes, reporting and procedures within the areas of responsibility, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and the quality of financial information.
Accountancy Assistant in Stirling employer: ClimateXChange
As a Learning and Teaching Administrator at our esteemed university, you will be part of a vibrant academic community that values collaboration, innovation, and student success. We offer a supportive work culture with opportunities for professional development, ensuring that you can grow your skills while making a meaningful impact on the student experience. Located in a dynamic environment, our institution provides unique advantages such as access to diverse resources and a commitment to excellence in education.
