Financial Accountant

This role will form a key part of the corporate governance for the University’s central Finance function. The role will work closely with colleagues in Finance, the Professional Services and the Schools in managing and maintaining the operation of the financial accounting function including; taxation, audit, compliance, insurance, and financial accounting.

You’ll lead the way by: 

• Being a recognised primary provider of analysis, advice and guidance on compliance and other financial matters including, financial regulation compliance, management of financial risk, control account reconciliation, VAT, import & export duties and insurance.
• Being responsible for the timely provision of financial information meeting both internal and external deadline requirements and providing returns that meet national guidelines. 
• Being responsible for the completion of key monthly reconciliations including balance sheet, bank reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliations.

What you’ll bring

Demonstrating previous experience of VAT management you lead on all VAT matters including submitting returns, compliance with legislation, risk management, and providing advice across the organisation. 

Your knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards will allow you to lead on the preparation of the annual financial statements for both the University and its subsidiary company’s financial statements; in accordance with the relevant requirements of the Higher Education SORP, the Companies Act and current Medr guidance.

Additionally you’ll: 

• be able to support and develop others in the team to reach their potential by using a range of leadership techniques.   
• be responsible for the development and maintenance of procedure and guidance materials related to all aspects of the role.
• hold an up to date membership with one of the CCAB accounting bodies.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact Chris Allaway on callaway@cardiffmet.ac.uk, or feel free to contact Aleks Janusiewicz, the Recruitment Advisor supporting this vacancy on ajanusiewicz2@cardiffmet.ac.uk.  

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role will be progressed to the next stage.

The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.