Management Accountant

Management Accountant - Research & EnterpriseJoin to apply for the Management Accountant - Research & Enterprise role at Kingston UniversityThis is a full-time, permanent position with a starting salary of £38,863 per annum. Interviews are expected to be held on 2 October 2025. For informal enquiries, please contact Linda Major, Research & Enterprise Finance Manager.The RoleThe role of Research Management Accountant provides an exciting level of variation within the finance setting. Along with provision of management accounts, forecasting, budgeting and financial analysis you will hold a portfolio of externally funded projects. Within your portfolio you will be responsible for supporting Principal Investigators with every aspect of managing grant expenditure, dealing with a wide range of funders and working closely with pre-award and other teams at Kingston.Research and Knowledge Exchange activities are expected to grow significantly over the next few years as key elements of The Kingston University Town House Strategy. This is an exciting time to join a team which is working to support the strategy within a high performance culture where every team member is innovative and seeking to improve processes and ways of working.The PersonThe successful candidate will be educated to at least ‘A’ level or equivalent standard, qualifications must include GCSE Maths and English (min. Grade C/Level 4), with a first degree being desirable. They should also have accounting experience or be studying for a professional accounting qualification (e.g. AAT).The ideal candidate will have good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple demands and varying deadlines, following tasks through to completion. They will be able to plan and prioritise workload to meet agreed objectives/deadlines and be able to work independently and use initiative.Directorate/FunctionThe Directorate for Finance, HR, and Infrastructure plays a critical role in shaping and supporting the University’s strategic and operational success. With a focus on excellence, efficiency, and people-centred practices, it delivers vital services that influence the daily experience of staff and students while enabling long-term institutional growth. This is a proactive, solutions-focused team whose work directly contributes to the University’s continued success.Why Join Us?We offer a range of benefits, including:35 days annual leaveEmployee Assistance Programme helps with work-related problems and broader life issuesDiscounts on Perks+ at WorkCourse fee waiver scheme and discounted courses across the UniversityAccess to thousands of courses via LinkedIn LearningSeason ticket loans up to £10,000We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.Kingston University valuesAs an employee you are expected to work to our values framework. Our values underpin everything we do, shaping how we interact with each other, how we support our students, and how we achieve our strategic objectives.Inclusive: value the diversity of students and staff, treating them respectfully.Innovative: apply new methods or ideas to facilitate progress.Ambitious: pursue excellence for oneself, the university and our communities.Enterprising: recognise and act on opportunities.Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionBring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.Job detailsSeniority level: AssociateEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: FinanceIndustries: Higher EducationWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr