College Accountant

A small, well-established educational charity in Oxford is seeking a senior finance professional to take ownership of its finance function.

This newly created role offers a mix of hands-on financial management and strategic leadership, supporting senior management and trustees while strengthening systems, controls and long-term financial planning.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning

• Produce management accounts and reports for senior stakeholders

• Manage all day-to-day finance activity including payroll, payments, reconciliations, cash flow and fees

• Prepare statutory accounts and oversee audit and Charity Commission compliance

• Improve financial systems, processes and controls

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or working towards qualification

• Strong charity accounting and compliance knowledge

• Confident operating as a standalone finance professional

• Clear communicator with strong attention to detail

• Right to work in the UK

• Experience in charities, higher education or small organisations

• Knowledge of restricted funds and Gift Aid

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