Financial Accounting Manager

SRUC School of Veterinary Medicine; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

About The Team

SRUC’s team of financial management professionals are based in Edinburgh with service provided through a combination of office based and hybrid working.

The Opportunity

In this exciting new role, you will lead on the preparation, accuracy and compliance of financial accounting and reporting within SRUC. The post holder reports to the Group Financial Controller and has direct responsibility for managing a team of financial analysts and indirect oversight of operational accounting teams.

Key responsibilities include managing the monthly close process, overseeing cash flow forecasting and balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting strategic decision-making by providing financial insights. The role also ensures continuous improvement in accounting processes and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Additionally, the post holder is responsible for preparing statutory accounts for SRUC group, company, subsidiaries and associates as well as reviewing other external reporting such as annual Finance HESA and TRAC return.

As a senior position within the financial team, the post holder will support the business with special projects, including system upgrades, digital transformation and compliance harmonisation. The post holder collaborates with senior management to provide financial insights and support budgeting, forecasting and decision-making, making recommendations for cost control and business growth.

This role manages a team of financial analysts, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence, providing guidance on accounting principles, processes and system usage.

Minimum Qualifications

You should be educated to SCQF Level 9 or equivalent in a related discipline or possess equivalent experience. You should also possess a professional accountancy qualification with membership of a UK recognised accounting professional body such as ICAS, ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or CPFA.

Minimum Experience

It is essential that you possess the following abilities, knowledge and experience:

• Experience of producing group financial statements and consolidation; the knowledge of UK financial standards.
• Understanding and application of principles of preparation of Corporation Tax and VAT returns.
• Experience of leading a team towards change, driving process improvements and delivering high-quality financial reporting.
• Ability to facilitate process reviews and deliver improvements.
• Proven record of cash flow management including forecasting and variance analysis.
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive and strategic mindset.
• Up to date with Professional development, ensuring technical and ethical relevance.

Desirable

• Experience in academic or charity sector finance.
• Knowledge of public sector funding and reporting regulations.
• Experience in financial asset management and key performance indicators on asset utilisation. Familiarity with Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and project accounting.

Full details of the duties and requirements of this post are contained in the Job Particulars document which you must download and read before applying for this position.

Eligibility For Sponsorship

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.

Why work for SRUC?

• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted RAC Membership
• Generous family leave
• Flexible working patterns
• Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
• Tailored investment in individuals' learning and development.

How To Apply

Please complete an online application form by pressing “apply”.

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