Management Accountant
Full time, all year round
Starting ASAP
Headington Rye Oxford is a vibrant and welcoming school set in 35 acres of playing fields and grounds. In an environment where individuals come first, Headington Rye Oxford is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, pastoral support and an impressive range of extra-curricular opportunities.
Executive Summary
The School wishes to appoint a Management Accountant to assist the Director of Finance with all aspects of management accounts including a merger with a neighbouring school and the introduction of VAT on school fees.
The Management Accountant will join our Finance team of six which includes the following roles: Payroll Officer, Fees Officer, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Fees Administrator (PT), Finance Officer, Office Administrator (PT).
Role Description
This is a full time, year-round position starting as soon as possible.
Key responsibilities
Key responsibilities
- preparation of the monthly management accounts for the School and its trading subsidiary
- balance sheet reconciliations
- accruals and prepayments
- fixed assets and depreciation
- preparation of schedules for year end audit
- liaison with external auditors to provide explanations for audit queries
- assistance with production of statutory accounts and returns
- supporting the Director of Finance with preparation of quarterly VAT return
- ad hoc projects as required by Senior Management
- supporting the Director of Finance in the management of the annual budget cycle and the preparation of the annual forecast and budget for each academic year
- liaison with budget holders to obtain explanations for variances from budget
- ad hoc sales ledger invoicing (excluding fees) and cash book posting
- supporting the Fees Officer with Fees in Advance Scheme
- annual Gift Aid claim
- completion and submission of National Statistics Surveys
- supporting the Director of Finance in developing the School’s accounting and finance systems (WCBS Pass, Equals, etc)
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- fully or part qualified accountant with significant management accounts experience
Desirable
- experience working in the charity sector or a school/college
Personal Attributes and Skills
- ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy
- ability to use initiative and manage own workload
- effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues
- ability to produce and present accurate forecasts and other financial information
- discretion in handling confidential data.
- ability to think both strategically and tactically
- a high level of analysis and decision-making skills
- commitment to high quality and continuous improvement
- ability to plan, prioritise, delegate and organise
- integrity, reliability, tact and self-confidence
- ability to respond flexibly and adapt to changing and challenging circumstances
- ability to persuade, negotiate and influence others
- sense of humour and perspective
- willingness to be flexible to respond to the School’s needs
- commitment to upholding the School’s equality opportunities policy
Terms of Appointment
Type of Contract
Permanent, full time, all year round, starting asap
Benefits
Pension
Contributory membership of the School’s Support Staff Pension Scheme with a School contribution of up to 9.95 per cent upon successful completion of six months’ service.
Fee remission
In accordance with the School’s policy, which may be subject to change, up to 50 per cent fee remission for pupils attending Headington Rye Oxford and up to 20 per cent fee remission for boys attending Magdalen College School (under a reciprocal agreement) and subject to the terms of their policy. Fee remission is calculated on the number of weeks and hours worked and is pro rata for part-time staff who work at least 50 per cent of a normal working week.
Salary
£45k - £50k per annum depending on qualifications and experience.
Additional Benefits
All staff have access to a broad programme of wellbeing activities. The programme currently includes access to the School’s gym and swimming pool, weekly Step and Tone and Zumba classes and regular staff social activities such as Book Club and Staff Choir. Staff also benefit from free access to the Employee Assistance Programme, a free, confidential helpline that offers advice on a range of issues. Free restricted parking is available for all staff on site.
Appointment Process and How To Apply
Applicants should submit an application form and a covering letter detailing their skills and experience to recruitment@headington.org
- Applications will only be accepted from candidates completing the application form in full. CVs will not be accepted in substitution for completed application forms. However, they may be sent in addition to the application form.
- We will seek references on shortlisted candidates and will approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications, before the interview. References will ask about your suitability to work with children.
- If you are invited to interview you will receive notification outlining the interview process and guidance regarding the documentation you are required to provide.
Closing Date: Tuesday 31st October
Interviews to follow shortly afterwards
Please note that applications will be reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts early depending on the volume of applications we receive. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.
All appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of all employment checks, ie references, Disclosure and Barring Service, medical questionnaire, Right to Work in the UK.
Headington Rye Oxford is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and DBS and barred lists checks. The School expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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