Senior Accountant

2 weeks ago


Mid Devon, United Kingdom Blundells School Full time

Senior AccountantTiverton, DevonAbout usBlundell’s has a distinguished history. It was founded in 1604 through the bequest of a Peter Blundell, one of the wealthiest of Elizabethan merchants. He left money and lands for a boys’ school in his home town to ‘maintain sound learning and true religion’. Generous lands were provided in Tiverton and South Devon for its maintenance and Blundell’s executors established links between the School and Balliol College, Oxford and Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, which survive to this day.Today, Blundell’s comprises of two separate co-educational Schools, co-located on the same campus: a Preparatory School for 220 day pupils aged 2 to 11; and, a Senior School for 600 boarding and day pupils aged 11 to 18. The schools share a Governing Body and support staff structure.In addition, Blundell’s has a Charitable Trust and a Trading Subsidiary, through which the School runs a holiday lettings programme.We are now looking for a Senior Accountant to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week.The Benefits

  • Salary from £45,000 per annum dependant on experience
  • Competitive company pension scheme
  • Generous fees discount from Pre-Prep (Nursery) to Year 13
  • 5 weeks’ paid holiday (pro-rata) plus bank holidays and customary days
  • Meals during term time
  • Branded uniform provided (as required)
  • Relevant internal and external training provided
  • Access to excellent on-site sports facilities including gym, swimming pool, tennis courts and fitness suite during staff opening times
  • Free staff parking
  • Access to a market-leading Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled financial professional to join our historic and prestigious school.With our support, you’ll have the chance to perfect your craft and grow professionally, whilst supporting our thriving educational environment.What’s more, you will discover that within this rewarding role, you will become a key figure in our organisation, making a significant impact that goes beyond the numbers. So, if this is a prospect that intrigues you, read on and apply todayThe RoleWe are seeking to appoint a full-time Senior Accountant reporting to the Bursar, to play a crucial role at Blundell’s as we strive to deliver our primary objective of offering an outstanding education to Blundellians. As part of our team, the Senior Accountant will help us to deliver this objective by working closely alongside a dedicated team in the Bursary and across the School to drive our financial and commercial strategy, effectively manage our financial health and lead the finance team in their daily responsibilities and professional development.Specifically, you will provide guidance on daily tasks, while analysing complex financial data to provide strategic insights that drive decision-making across the school.Additionally, you will:
  • Prepare and oversee our financial reporting and budgets
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to shape strategic financial decisions
  • Manage our investments
  • Lead on external audits, liaising with auditors and ensuring accurate financial records
About YouTo be considered as the Senior Accountant, you will need:
  • ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent finance qualification or experience
  • The ability to analyse complex financial information and provide strategic insights
  • The ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
  • A strong understanding of UK charity law, tax regulations, and financial compliance
  • Proficiency in Excel, financial management systems, and software
  • Excellent leadership and management skills
The closing date for this role is the 24th of November 2024.Other organisations may call this role Management Accountant, Senior Financial Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Financial Controller, Senior Financial Manager, Head of Finance, or Finance Lead.Webrecruit and Blundell’s are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you’re ready to make an impact as the Senior Accountant, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency
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