Senior Accountant

Waltham Forest; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in East London is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead finance systems and manage financial planning for grant funded projects. This role involves quality improvement within the Finance team and providing effective leadership and training. Ideal candidates will be part qualified accountants with proven project accounting experience. Competitive salary and various employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

Career average pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced sick pay

NUS Employee discount

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Sodexo benefits scheme

Responsibilities

• Lead, review and develop finance systems.
• Lead on the financial planning, management and reporting of grant funded projects.
• Contribute to quality improvement within the Finance team.

Skills

Part qualified accountant (ICAEW ACA / ACMA / ACCA)

Sound proven project accounting experience

Job description

Job Title

Senior Accountant

Location

East London

Hours

36

Salary

£65,000 - £68,000

Contract Type

Permanent

About the College

Waltham Forest College has been rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious 'Outstanding' rating. Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College's focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth. Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state‑of‑the‑art industry‑standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future‑ready and equipped for success.

Role Summary

We are looking for a senior accountant to join the Finance team, to lead, review and develop the finance systems and to lead on the financial planning, management and reporting of all grant funded projects. You will contribute to quality improvement within the Finance team and provide effective leadership and training.

Responsibilities

Lead, review and develop finance systems; lead on the financial planning, management and reporting of all grant funded projects; contribute to quality improvement within the Finance team and provide effective leadership and training.

Qualifications

• Part qualified accountant (ICAEW ACA / ACMA / ACCA)
• Sound proven project accounting experience

Benefits

• Career average pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced sick pay
• NUS Employee discount
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sodexo benefits scheme

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for employment as part of our safeguarding procedures and reserve the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates in line with KCSIE 2025 and Safer Recruitment principles.

Application Timeline

Closing Date: 7 December 2025.

Interview Date: TBC.