Part Time Qualified Accountant - School

Your new company

You will be working for an independent school in Birmingham who provide a strong education allowing young people to fulfil their potential for children from 2 years - 18 years old.

The role will be reporting to the Schools Business Manager

Your new role

To support the Business Manager and be responsible for efficient and accurate preparation and presentation of financial records and management information.

1. Prepare Statutory Financial Statements, including profit and loss and balance sheet accounts
2. Produce termly management accounts
3. Produce quarterly VAT returns
4. Compile accruals and prepayment schedules
5. Produce annual cash flow forecast and update monthly
6. Reconcile all accounts in FMS ensuring completion of journals and adequate record keeping by responsible team members
7. Assist with the production of annual budgets
8. Complete and reconcile monthly bank reconciliations
9. Reconcile payroll accounts and carry out journal input as required
10. Carry out month end and year end processes in SIMS and FMS
11. Maintain deposits spreadsheet
12. Maintain school asset register
13. Assist with producing financial commentaries as required
14. Attend and present at Finance Committee meetings as required
15. Monitor and evaluate financial information systems and make recommendations for improvements
16. Provide guidance on the implementation of corporate governance procedures, risk management and internal controls.

Ability to be hands on but also attend and represent the school in senior meetings

Long term role for a 12 month maternity cover

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #4655260 - Jacqueline Grieve