Additional Payments
Please note that a £2,000 per annum market supplement (pro-rated and non-pensionable) is available for the successful applicant on provision of proof of current membership of an approved accounting body and evidence they hold the appropriate accountancy qualifications.
About The Role
Informal Queries
- For informal queries about the role, please contact Aarifah Pearce (Chief Finance Officer) at Aarifah.Pearce@warwick.ac.uk
The University Finance Office is seeking to appoint a Management Account to support Warwick Medical School (WMS). Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will provide management information for the financial planning and monitoring of school teaching and admin activities, and provide related advice and guidance within WMS. In addition, you will assist with the management of financial processes.
About You
You will be a fully qualified accountant with experience of budgeting and monitoring complex activities. You should possess financial management experience preferably including some experience in the public/not for profit sector. Excellent command of financial software applications and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel spreadsheets is also essential, as is the ability to explain accounts to non-financial staff.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
About The Department
Established in 2000, Warwick Medical School (WMS) is home to the UK's largest graduate-entry MB ChB programme. WMS also offers opportunities for undergraduate study, full and part-time research degrees as well as professional development across the healthcare sector. Alongside a range of educational opportunities, WMS has a reputation for research excellence, investigating solutions to significant global health challenges. For more information, see here.
The WMS finance team is part of the wider University Finance Office. The University Finance office supports business planning and innovation to maximise the financial resources available to the University and create the long-term sustainable financial platform required for future growth. Finance staff across the University are networked as a professional community of expertise. You will be supported to continue your professional journey through access to Continuing Professional Development training opportunities, sector networks and regular Finance Office briefings.
As a member of staff at Warwick you can enjoy a wide range of competitive benefits. Take a look at the benefits that are on offer, including an attractive pension scheme, a generous annual leave entitlement (including Christmas closure), family friendly policies, and discounted Warwick Sport membership.
What we Offer
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
The role is campus based however staff can opt to work under the Finance Office’s current hybrid policy where a maximum of 40% of time (2 days per week for full time staff; normally Tuesdays and Fridays) can be worked remotely. This is subject to review and operational requirements. Whilst in the induction phase you’ll be required to work 100% in the office. Further details are available on request or at interview stage.
For further information about The Finance Office and the opportunities available, please visit our website.
About The University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK. * Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
- World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026
- Research Excellence Framework 2021
Closing Deadline
Monday 27th July 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
Interview & Start Dates
- Interview Date: To be confirmed
- Start Date: To be confirmed
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments | University of Warwick
Job Description
JD - Management Accountant (111799).pdf – 73KB
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