Management Accountant

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. 

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

With students and research at the heart of everything we do, the Finance Department is an exciting and collaborative department continuously evolving to meet the needs of a wide variety of customers, to support and enable the University to achieve its bold vision.

The role

A member of the Financial Planning and Analysis teamProviding University wide management accounting information including accurate budgeting, forecasting, analysis and reportingOffering professional guidance on all financial and related issues within their assigned business areaContributing to and influencing the development of the strategy for their area in line with the wider University strategyEnabling fact-based decision making that will directly impact the University’s financial sustainability

To find out more please see the full job description. 

About you

Professionally qualified or part qualified Accountant and actively studying towards professional accountancy qualification [ACCA or equivalent]2+ years’ experience in a similar or related roleProven ability to build excellent working relationships and partnerships with colleagues

A full list of essential and desirable experience and knowledge is included in the Person Specification within the job description.

What we can offer

In addition to salary, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), a generous pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

How to apply

Please apply with a CV and covering letter detailing why you are interested in the role and giving an overview of how you meet the required experience and knowledge.

Interviews will be held on an ongoing basis, and we reserve the right to close the role early if a suitable candidate is identified.

For more information, please contact the hiring manager, Louise: l.collings@surrey.ac.uk

Closing Date: 23 Mar 2025

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £37,174 to £45,413 per annum Fixed Term until 30/01/2026