Research Finance Manager

2 weeks ago


Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time
We're delighted to be partnering with a leading Higher Education provider, who are currently recruiting for a

Research Finance Manager

on a permanent basis.

What's on offer:
nThe role is 37 hours per week with hybrid working. The salary for this role is between £44,263 to £46,974 with potential to progress to £56,021 per annum.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Accountant and have experience line managing staff.

Duties will include (but not limited to):nTo be responsible for the line management of two research accountants, carrying out appraisals, training and monthly performance reviewsnProvide comprehensive research project financial management services for a portfolio of currently over 300 externally funded research projects across the UniversitynMaintain and monitor the core research budget codesnReview financial statements on a regular basis to the PVC for Research, Heads of SBU, and Research Department leadersnAssist the relevant Heads of SBU / Research Departments and Finance Managers in the preparation of annual financial plans and quarterly forecasts for their areas, including income, staff expenditure and non-staff expenditure budgetsnProvide expert financial advice as the central point of contact on various external research funding streams to the PVC Research, Dean, Research leaders, academic staff and other Finance Managers within the research Groups and the wider UniversitynProduce detailed Management accounts for national and international Academic, Commercial and Government Research Projects ensuring compliance with individual contractsnComplete month-end and year-end management accounting adjustments including the preparation of income in advance and amounts recoverable on contracts for projects as well as reconciliation of balance sheet and project positions

Experience required:
nBroad-based relevant post-qualification accounting experience in a financial management rolenExperience of the use of accounting packages within large / complex organisationsnStaff management experiencenExperience in Higher education research post award support or similar environmentnExperience of dealing with detailed contractual requirements

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:
nStrong understanding of budgetary control processes and the principles of devolved budget managementnExcellent IT skills with a proven record of development in the provision of management informationnGood technical skills and a thorough understanding of accounting procedures

Working hoursn37 hours per weeknMonday - Friday


Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.nJames Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.


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