Strategic Accountant: Grants, FP&A & Audit Lead

Ad Warrior Ltd; Chesterton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in the UK is seeking a Qualified Accountant to provide strategic and operational financial leadership across the institution. The ideal candidate will possess ACA/CIMA/ACCA qualifications and strong technical knowledge, with a proactive approach to financial services. This role offers a competitive salary, free parking, and additional perks including a subsidised gym and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Free parking

Subsidised on-site gym

Pension

Generous holiday and sick pay

Occupational Health

Employee Assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proactive accountant with strong technical knowledge.
• Experience in financial leadership and business partnering.
• Commitment to delivering excellent financial services.

Responsibilities

• Lead research accounting and ensure compliance.
• Support core accounting operations and financial controls.
• Provide high-quality FP&A and business partnering.
• Contribute to annual audit and statutory reporting.
• Act as finance lead on strategic projects.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge

Great communication skills

Analytical strength

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

ACA/CIMA/ACCA qualification

Job description

A prominent university in the UK is seeking a Qualified Accountant to provide strategic and operational financial leadership across the institution. The ideal candidate will possess ACA/CIMA/ACCA qualifications and strong technical knowledge, with a proactive approach to financial services. This role offers a competitive salary, free parking, and additional perks including a subsidised gym and generous holiday entitlement.