Interim Year End Accountant ((Higher Education experience)

Interim Year End Accountant (Higher Education experience needed)

• 3-4 month contract
• £450 – £500 per day
• Hybrid working – 1-2 days a week in the London office

About the client
Morgan Law are seeking an Interim Year End Accountant for a University in the London area.

Accountabilities

• Assist the Assistant Director of Financial Operations with the production of the University’s annual financial statements, ensuring that all statutory, regulatory and internal reporting requirements are fully addressed, including those relating to subsidiary entities
• Monitor developments in financial reporting legislation and standards, working collaboratively with colleagues to evaluate their potential impact and support the implementation of any necessary changes
• Provide technical accounting guidance to Finance colleagues and budget holders, helping to determine and apply appropriate accounting treatments for areas including fixed assets, income recognition, provisions and other complex transactions
• Support the Head of Finance Operations in strengthening the organisation’s financial control environment by coordinating the implementation of recommendations arising from internal and external audit reviews, and tracking progress through to completion
• Manage and respond to queries raised by internal and external auditors, as well as relevant Freedom of Information requests, ensuring that accurate and timely information is provided
• Prepare, review and submit the University’s tax and indirect tax obligations, including VAT returns, partial exemption and Capital Goods Scheme adjustments, Non-Union OSS returns and corporation tax submissions

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) (E)
• 5 years experience as a Financial Accountant in a higher education setting and a deep knowledge of statutory accounting requirements (E)
• Knowledge of financial reporting and accounting regulations in the non-for-profit sector (FRS 102)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Immediately available for work

Campaign Timeline
This is an urgent post and is open until filled.

Equality & Diversity Statement
Morgan Law shall not discriminate unlawfully when deciding which candidate/temporary worker is submitted for a vacancy or assignment, or in any terms of employment or terms of engagement for temporary workers. Morgan Law will ensure that each candidate is assessed only in accordance with the candidate’s merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required by the particular vacancy.