Funding Assurance Consultant: Post-16 Funding & Compliance

MAZARS LIMITED; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

MAZARS LIMITED is seeking new members for its Funding Assurance team in Birmingham. The role involves reviewing funding procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing guidance to educational providers. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal and analytical skills, a commitment to learning, and an enthusiasm for developing expertise in funding assurance. Training opportunities for professional qualifications will be provided, along with a supportive environment to grow and advance in your career.

Qualifications

• Developing technical expertise: An enthusiasm for developing specific expertise and knowledge in a narrow subject matter.
• Ability to build client relationships with a foundation of trust and responsibility.
• Motivated by contributing to the work of a bigger team by taking accountability for the quality of own work.

Responsibilities

• Invest time in understanding the detailed funding rules set by the DfE, MCA and GLA.
• Learn to plan and perform testing of compliance with DfE, MCA and GLA funding rules.
• Provide clear verbal feedback to the education providers you are assessing.
• Prepare draft reports for the education providers that summarise the work you have performed.
• Produce high-quality work in line with the Firm's policy and processes.

Skills

Knowledge of funding assurance reviews, PDSATs and ILR data

Knowledge of DfE, GLA and MCA funding rules and regulatory requirements

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time-management skills

Commitment to self-development & learning

Job description

MAZARS LIMITED is seeking new members for its Funding Assurance team in Birmingham. The role involves reviewing funding procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing guidance to educational providers. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal and analytical skills, a commitment to learning, and an enthusiasm for developing expertise in funding assurance. Training opportunities for professional qualifications will be provided, along with a supportive environment to grow and advance in your career.