Finance Manager (Assistant Bursar) in London

Finance Manager (Assistant Bursar) in London

London Full-Time On-site
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Your new company
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded, values-led organisation in South West Oxfordshire. Working within a supportive and collaborative environment, you will play an important role in maintaining effective financial management, accurate reporting and robust internal controls. The position offers a varied remit across financial and management accounting, payroll, billing, procurement and finance systems. You will work closely with the Bursar and wider leadership team while providing day-to-day support to colleagues across the finance function.
Your new role
As the successful candidate, your duties will include:
Maintaining accurate accounting records across the nominal ledger, purchase ledger, sales ledger and balance sheet.
Preparing monthly reconciliations, management accounts, budget reports and financial commentary.
Supporting annual budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling across staffing, income and operating costs.
Monitoring budgets and providing clear financial information to budget holders and senior stakeholders.
Managing supplier payments, banking, cash flow monitoring and credit-control processes.
Overseeing billing and maintaining accurate records relating to fees, deposits, adjustments and other income.
Supporting payroll and pension administration, including monthly checks, reconciliations and statutory documentation.
Preparing VAT returns and assisting with year-end reporting, statutory accounts information and audit preparation.
Maintaining effective financial controls, procedures, delegated authorities and fraud-prevention measures.
Supporting colleagues across finance administration while identifying opportunities to improve systems, reporting and processes.
What you'll need to succeed
To be the successful candidate, you will need:
Strong experience in financial accounting and management accounting.
Previous responsibility for budget monitoring, management and financial reporting.
Good knowledge of accounting, payroll and management information systems.
Strong IT skills with the ability to work confidently with financial data.
An awareness of company and charity law, data protection and sound financial-control practices.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clear...

Finance Manager (Assistant Bursar) in London employer: HAYS Specialist Recruitment

Join a well-established construction contractor in Northern Ireland that prioritises quality, safety, and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee growth, this company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development opportunities, making it an excellent employer for ambitious construction professionals looking to advance their careers while working on prestigious projects in the Greater Belfast and Newry areas.

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Contact Details:

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Recruitment Team