Assistant Accountant

University of Southampton; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. In this role, you will support the Estates Accountant with critical month-end and year-end financial tasks while providing essential guidance to non-finance budget holders. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to manage a high volume of tasks in a busy environment. The opportunity to work in a hybrid model offers flexibility, while the generous benefits package ensures a supportive workplace. If you're ready to contribute to a mission-driven team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexi time

6 additional closure days

Access to pension scheme

Subsidised health and fitness facilities

Range of discounts

Study packages available

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to process high volumes of tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Estates Accountant with month-end and year-end tasks.
• Provide support to non-finance budget holders in Catering Services.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Skills

Customer Service Skills

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

The closing date for this position is: 25th of April; interviews week commencing the 12th of May.

The Professional Services finance team are seeking to appoint a new Assistant Accountant to be part of our busy team of 8 accountants and 6 accountancy support staff. The whole team looks after the finances of the non-academic areas of the University, totalling £240m, and ranging from Residences and Estates, to IT and HR and student careers and wellbeing.

The prime responsibility of the post will be assisting the Estates Accountant with month end and year end tasks, analysis and reconciliation, and query resolution. The person will be a main contact for Catering Services, meeting regularly with non-finance budget holders and providing advice and support. This role is a part of the team and will require supporting team members during peak workloads.

You will be well organised, with excellent communication skills and capable of effectively processing a high volume of tasks on a daily basis. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and can prioritise their work to meet deadlines in a busy environment. Effective communication, IT and customer service skills are essential to the role.

We are currently following a hybrid working model, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. There is the opportunity to work more days in the office as desired. The successful applicant should be available to work on Highfield campus as and when there is a requirement. Working pattern will be discussed with the successful candidate.

As well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, such as a holiday allowance of 20 days plus bank holidays, flexi time and 6 additional University closure days. We will support your long-term future too, with access to a pension scheme, subsidised health and fitness facilities, and a range of discounts. Study packages are also available following a competitive selection process.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on [phone] or [e-mail] quoting the job number.