Senior Finance Advisor

INTO University Partnerships; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Advisor to join their Central Accounting Team. This role, based in Brighton with hybrid working options, involves overseeing financial reporting, preparing and reviewing trial balances, and supporting audit processes. The ideal candidate has strong accounting skills, experience in financial reporting, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Embrace this opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organization focused on supporting international students.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Proficiency in financial reporting and analysis.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review trial balances for study centres.
• Oversee month-end activities including accruals and payroll.
• Support audit processes and respond to queries.

Skills

Accounting skills

Experience with financial reporting

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Company Description

INTO's mission: Transforming international student academic and career success through exceptional university partnerships.

Position

Senior Finance Advisor

Location: Brighton (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to £32,400 pa depending on experience

Band C

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

At INTO, we believe education has the power to open opportunities across the world. Behind that mission is a finance function that provides clarity, confidence, and trusted insight. We are now seeking a Senior Finance Advisor to join our Central Accounting Team, supporting INTO's international study centres across the UK and Australia.

This is a senior role within a collaborative, values-driven team that is responsible for processing accounting transactions and delivering accurate financial information to the wider Group. Reporting to the Senior Manager, UK Central Accounting, you will provide reliable trial balance-level financial data, ensuring it is complete, accurate, and delivered on time for your areas of responsibility.

As a Senior Finance Advisor, you will play an active role across the full financial reporting cycle. You will prepare and review trial balances for specific study centres, oversee month-end activity including accruals, prepayments, payroll and depreciation, and ensure revenue is recognised appropriately with deferred income schedules maintained throughout the year. You will also be responsible for maintaining the fixed asset register, posting depreciation, and ensuring balance sheet control and intercompany accounts are accurate and fully reconciled.

Working closely with Finance Business Partners, you will support month-end reviews, help interpret financial results, and investigate any questions that arise. Your expertise will also contribute to the preparation of internal and external audit files, supporting audit processes and responding to queries with confidence. Across the wider finance calendar, you will be involved in year-end activities, the preparation of tax packs, and supporting quarterly VAT and/or GST returns.

This role offers the opportunity to bring a thoughtful, advisory approach to central accounting. You will be encouraged to share knowledge, support colleagues, and provide cover during periods of absence. As a senior member of the team, you will also contribute to continuous improvement, adapting processes in line with technological developments and evolving business needs, and supporting ad‑hoc projects as required.

The role is based in Brighton, however we welcome applications from candidates seeking hybrid or remote working arrangements. Occasional travel will be required, for example to attend team meetings at our Brighton office.

At INTO, we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where people feel valued, supported, and able to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are happy to discuss flexible working options to support different ways of working.

If you are looking for a senior finance role where your expertise helps shape accurate reporting, supports international operations, and contributes to a purpose‑led organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Requirements

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and experiences who believe they are suitable for the role to apply. All applications will be reviewed and will receive a response.

Please note: due to the Christmas period, there may be a delay in our response times. All applications are being reviewed, and we will be back in touch with an update w/c 5th January.

Other information

We Grow Together

At INTO, we're in the business of growth. From school to university. From home to somewhere new. From dreams to career plans to long‑awaited first days. And we believe growth isn't just for students - it's for our people too.

At INTO, growth means opportunities to feed your curiosity, to develop your skills and your career. It means staying true to our start‑up soul, boldly saying "yes" and constructively saying "no". It means building deeper relationships. And it means playing your part in our wonderfully diverse international community. Our dedication to growth - for students, our university partners and agents, for each other, and for ourselves - sets us apart. It's what makes INTO a uniquely rewarding place to be, and to make a difference.

At INTO, we grow together.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate against our job applicants or employees on any grounds. We select the best person for the job and all recruitment decisions will be made objectively.

If you require any adjustments to be made to help you throughout the recruitment process, please let us know - either in the application form, or when you are connected the relevant Talent Acquisition Partner.

INTO University Partnerships is committed to the welfare of our students receiving education at our Centres. This reflects the emphasis at INTO of supporting the well‑being of our student and employee community. As part of our commitment to this, applicants are asked to note that relevant local pre‑employment checks will be conducted.