Research Accounting Manager

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Description:

Committed to delivering a first class, first choice student experience and enjoying a leading reputation for excellence in teaching and learning alongside world-class research, it is also distinguished by its long-term engagement with business and enterprise. The Finance department is responsible for providing a range of professional services to the University, including financial management and corporate governance, and procurement. Through their activities each team member contributes to a positive student experience, supporting students throughout their journey, from enquiry to alumni, providing a culture that engages students as genuine partners with the University of Plymouth. The post is part of the Business Support team within the Finance Service, comprising of Finance Business Partners, Management Accountants and Research Assistants, providing overall monitoring and maintenance of project accounts in line with sponsors’ funding guidelines and the University’s Financial Regulations. The team work closely with Faculties providing advice/guidance on processes. This role will also develop and maintain working relationships with external funding bodies, other universities, and other similar bodies, as appropriate and relationships with internal staff at all levels. You will contribute to ensure the suitability of financial systems, processes and reports for the University strategic needs while providing relevant timely financial information to support the University KPIs. You will be responsible for providing an efficient and effective service for the management of externally funded projects for both the University and UPEL, one of our subsidiary companies. Effective communication skills and people management is key to the success of this role as you will not only be managing a small team but also providing proactive advisory services for Senior Management, Principal Investigators, Project Leaders and Project Managers on the financial progress of projects. The role provides a link between Finance and all other parts of the University, working in partnership to ensure the achievement of successful post award funding, compliance with policies and adding value in all areas of work. The role will also be responsible for liaison with both internal and external auditors. You will provide financial information and forecasts to support University strategic planning processes, liaising with Finance Business Partners, as necessary, to ensure robustness. With the responsibility of managing this small team, you will have the ability to plan, prioritise and manage the teams’ workload to meet competing deadlines. You will also require the ability to create a respectful working relationship with team members and motivate them to achieve team goals. In addition to a professional accountancy qualification (or working towards with demonstrable experience) you will have advanced Excel skills, excellent communication skills and an ability to influence and negotiate. For an informal discussion, please contact Claire Wilson, Head of Finance Business Partnering by email claire.wilson-20@plymouth.ac.uk or telephone 01752 588151. Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing Monday 12th June 2023 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not. This is a full time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis. Flexible working options including job share will be considered. The position is based in Plymouth at our Emdeck Building on Central Park Avenue, in close vicinity to both our main campus and the train station. We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities. A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated. The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT . Job Description

Region:

Location:

Plymouth

Salary:

£37,386 to £43,155 per annum - Grade 7

Package:

Permanent, Full-time

Contractual hours:

37

Basis:

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The Finance department is responsible for providing a range of professional services to the

University, including financial management and corporate governance, and procurement. Through their activities each team member contributes to a positive student experience, supporting students throughout their journey, from enquiry to alumni, providing a culture that engages students as genuine partners with the University of Plymouth.

The post is part of the Business Support team within the Finance Service, comprising of Finance Business Partners, Management Accountants and Research Assistants, providing overall monitoring and maintenance of project accounts in line with sponsors’ funding guidelines and the University’s Financial Regulations. The team work closely with Faculties providing advice/guidance on processes. This role will also develop and maintain working relationships with external funding bodies, other universities, and other similar bodies, as appropriate and relationships with internal staff at all levels.

You will contribute to ensure the suitability of financial systems, processes and reports for the University strategic needs while providing relevant timely financial information to support the University KPIs.

You will be responsible for providing an efficient and effective service for the management of externally funded projects for both the University and UPEL, one of our subsidiary companies. Effective communication skills and people management is key to the success of this role as you will not only be managing a small team but also providing proactive advisory services for Senior Management, Principal Investigators, Project Leaders and Project Managers on the financial progress of projects.

The role provides a link between Finance and all other parts of the University, working in partnership to ensure the achievement of successful post award funding, compliance with policies and adding value in all areas of work. The role will also be responsible for liaison with both internal and external auditors.

You will provide financial information and forecasts to support University strategic planning processes, liaising with Finance Business Partners, as necessary, to ensure robustness.

With the responsibility of managing this small team, you will have the ability to plan, prioritise and manage the teams’ workload to meet competing deadlines. You will also require the ability to create a respectful working relationship with team members and motivate them to achieve team goals.

In addition to a professional accountancy qualification (or working towards with demonstrable experience) you will have advanced Excel skills, excellent communication skills and an ability to influence and negotiate.

For an informal discussion, please contact Claire Wilson, Head of Finance Business Partnering by email claire.wilson-20@plymouth.ac.uk

or telephone 01752 588151.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Interviews are expected to take place week commencing Monday 12

th

June 2023 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

This is a full time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

The position is based in Plymouth at our Emdeck Building on Central Park Avenue, in close vicinity to both our main campus and the train station.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT .

Job Description

A9553

£37,386 to £43,155 per annum - Grade 7

37386

37386

43155

Professional/Support Services

Sun, 4 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Plymouth

Permanent, Full-time

37

FR Permanent Fulltime All Year

Thu, 4 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Company info

Plymouth University
Website : http://www.plymouth.ac.uk