At a Glance
- Tasks: Produce monthly management accounts and lead finance projects to shape healthcare innovation.
- Company: Join a pioneering School of Healthcare Enterprise and Innovation with impactful government contracts.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, hybrid working, and excellent career development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a friendly workplace culture await you!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while developing your accounting skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant or finalist with strong communication and collaborative skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you a qualified (or finalist) accountant that would like to use your skills to contribute to shaping the future of healthcare? Then we have the opportunity for you!
The School of Healthcare Enterprise and Innovation (HEI) is the home of several high-profile government contracts including the NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies Coordinating Centre (NETSCC) and the Southampton Health Technology Assessment Centre (SHTAC), as well as other consultancy services and strategic new business. HEI delivers nationally important, internationally recognised work, pioneering excellence in healthcare enterprise and innovation.
We are currently recruiting a Faculty Accountant to join the School of Healthcare, Enterprise and Innovation. The role is advertised for 1 full-time equivalent, but we are open to considering a 0.8–1 fte adjusted role, which can be discussed during the interview.
Responsibilities:- Producing monthly management accounts
- Develop, implement and maintain robust finance procedures
- Contribute to HEI-wide projects using specialist knowledge and/or lead short-term projects
- Provide advice on financial and contractual aspects of new funding applications and ongoing projects
- Qualified accountant or finalist with a track record of passing exams
- Good working knowledge of accounting systems or principles they operate with
- Ability to provide accurate and timely specialist guidance on complex issues
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible approach to work and ability to reprioritise workload
- Collaborative worker
- Willingness to learn, adapt and challenge inefficient ways of working
- Generous holiday allowance of 30 days + 8 bank holidays + 6 university closure days
- Excellent family‑friendly policies
- Hybrid working
- Salary sacrifice benefits including AXA private healthcare, UNUM dental plan, cycle scheme
- Excellent career development and training opportunities
- Generous pension scheme
- Friendly and pleasant working environment
We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and equality of opportunity. We select candidates based on merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workforce.
Faculty Accountant in Southampton employer: University of Southampton
The School of Healthcare Enterprise and Innovation offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where qualified accountants can make a meaningful impact on the future of healthcare. With generous holiday allowances, excellent family-friendly policies, and a commitment to employee growth through training and development opportunities, this role not only provides a chance to contribute to nationally recognised projects but also fosters a culture of inclusion and respect. Join us in a friendly atmosphere that values collaboration and innovation, all while enjoying the benefits of hybrid working and a comprehensive pension scheme.
