Full job descriptionReed Accountancy Oxford are proud to be partnering with a prestigious institute in Oxford who are seeking a Finance Manager to join their well-established Finance Team. Working as part of a small team, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial information and supporting the production of monthly management accounts.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
*Prepare month-end journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and internal charge journals.
*Review financial transactions, bank reconciliations, payment runs, and accounting system postings.
*Support accounts payable processing.
*Calculate and review sales invoices, assist with debt analysis, and support credit control activities.
*Prepare VAT returns and support the completion of statutory and regulatory submissions.
*Assist with payroll processing, payroll reconciliations, pension returns, and related reporting requirements.
*Oversee billing, payment plans, and reconciliation of fees and related balances.
*Liaise with internal stakeholders and external organisations to resolve financial queries and maintain accurate records.
*Support audit processes and prepare information for auditors, HMRC, and other regulatory bodies.
*Assist with credit card administration, banking activities, and payment merchant management.
*Produce financial reports and nominal ledger information for budget holders.
*Support the preparation of management accounts and departmental financial reporting.
*Provide cover across the finance team when required and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
*Assist with the management of finance inboxes and other ad hoc finance projects and administration tasks.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
*Strong experience working within a finance or accounting function.
*Experience preparing VAT returns and maintaining accurate financial records.
*Exceptional attention to detail.
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
*Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
*Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a small team environment.
*High level of integrity and experience handling confidential information.
*Experience supporting payroll processes and financial reconciliations would be advantageous.
*Professional accounting part-qualification is desirable, or equivalent experience.
*Understanding of VAT complexities, including partial exemption, would be advantageous.
Benefits package:
*Hybrid working with flexible hours
*38 days holiday including bank holidays
*Generous pension scheme
*Free meals when working on site
*Bus ticket discount scheme
*Study support
This is a truly exciting opportunity, and one that does not come to the market every day. If this opportunity sounds like your perfect next role, please apply below!