Head of Accounts

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in student accommodation is seeking a Head of Accounts to lead their finance department. This role involves strategic financial planning, management reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, critical thinking, and experience with accounting tools like Sage and Excel. Join a friendly and supportive team that values integrity and offers career progression, paid overtime, and a free on-site gym. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly expanding company.

Benefits

Paid Overtime

Free On-Site Gym

Free Parking

Complimentary Team-Building Events

Qualifications

• Experience in property sector is a plus but not essential.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance department with effective budgetary control.
• Oversee bank reconciliation and month-end close process.
• Participate in strategic financial planning.

Skills

Project Management

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Legal Compliance

Attention to Detail

Education

ACCA or CIMA qualification

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

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CODE Student Accommodation and Leicester Lettings design, build, rent and manage student and professional accommodation. We are a rapidly expanding award-winning business with an extensive property portfolio in the centres of both Leicester and Coventry, with growth in new cities planned over the next few years. Such growth demands a strong Head of Accounts.

The successful candidate will lead the finance department within the business and drive it forward with effective budgetary control. They will be a strong team leader with exceptional attention to detail.

Previous experience in the property sector is a distinct advantage, but not essential. You will be responsible for:

Accounting

• Cost accounting
• Overseeing bank reconciliation
• Ensure all balance sheets are fully reconciled
• Month-end close process

Management Reporting

• Production of monthly management accounts within 14 days of month-end
• Develop & maintain performance measurements

Controls / Audits

• Design and review financial policies and procedures
• Prepare audit information as required
• Ensure accurate and timely VAT Returns in line with accounting timelines

Strategic Planning

• Participate in strategic financial planning
• Internal control strategy
• Functional Management
• Line management of the finance team
• Oversee accounts receivable / payable / billings
• Will be required to process the payroll on Sage and deal with the company pension scheme (or ensure this is processed efficiently within the team)

Budgeting / Forecasting

• Develop budget targets and other financial plans
• To monitor and update forecasts to guide accurate financial planning and delivery

Access the full job description here - https://codestudents.co/HOA0525

IS THIS ROLE FOR YOU?

Qualifications and Skills

• An ACCA or CIMA qualification or equivalent
• Effective project management and adherence to tight timescales
• Legal compliance
• Working knowledge of payroll and pension schemes
• Have a hands-on approach
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally to deliver results in support of all areas of the business

Please note this is an office based role.

The ideal candidate will show honesty, integrity, and reliability and have solid written and verbal communication skills. They will have strong analytical and organisational skills and great attention to detail. They will be excellent at working with Excel spreadsheets, Microsoft Office, and Sage.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Friendly, supportive and established team.
• Work for a company that offers training and development opportunities and career progression.
• Paid overtime.
• Free on-site gym
• Free parking
• Complimentary team-building events & outings.