Financial Accountant

Osborne Appointments; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in Bedford is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner for a fixed-term contract. This role involves managing financial reporting across multiple sites and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge and excellent organizational skills. Benefits include 25 days holiday and potential for hybrid working after training.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Immediate start available

On-site facilities

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a finance role, ideally at management reporting or business partnering level.
• Ability to produce accurate, timely reports.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the accurate and timely production of management reporting.
• Manage month-end and year-end routines, reconciliations, and control accounts.
• Provide accurate management reporting packs to senior leaders.

Skills

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Confident in using accounting systems and Excel to a high standard

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Role: Finance Business Partner

Location: Bedford

12 to 18 months FTC, 37 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8.30 to 5pm & Friday 8.30am to 4.30, 1 hour unpaid for lunch)

Salary £35,000 per annum.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a supportive and welcoming finance team.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday
• Immediate start available
• Full office-based role with potential for hybrid working once fully trained
• Supportive and welcoming finance team
• On-site facilities

Duties of a Finance Business Partner:

• Assist with the accurate and timely production of management reporting across multiple sites and schools
• Input and review transactions in line with policies, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Manage month-end and year-end routines, reconciliations, and control accounts
• Support the purchase ledger process, including invoice processing, expenses, and supplier payments
• Provide accurate management reporting packs, benchmarking analysis, and ad hoc financial analysis to senior leaders
• Maintain the fixed asset register and support budgeting and financial planning across the Trust and partner schools
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements including VAT, gift aid, and ONS returns
• Continuously review processes, seeking improvements in efficiency and customer service

What we would like from you:

• Previous experience within a finance role, ideally at management reporting or business partnering level
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to produce accurate, timely reports
• Confident in using accounting systems and Excel to a high standard
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a busy environment
• Strong communication skills to support stakeholders at all levels

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.