We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Finance Officer to join our busy and collaborative finance team within a prestigious collegiate environment. This is a diverse and hands-on role encompassing student account management, payroll, conference and events finance, bank reconciliations, and month-end reporting .
The successful candidate will be a highly organised and confident individual with a solid grounding in financial operations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently across multiple financial processes.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a financial environment, with at least 2 years in a senior finance, accounting, or bookkeeping role .
• Proven experience in end-to-end accounts receivable and payable processes , including ledger reconciliation and invoice processing .
• Demonstrated ability to process payroll independently , including posting journals, BACS preparation, and reconciliation of control accounts.

OTHER FINANCIAL DUTIES

• Recording, processing, and reconciling income from College facilities (e.g., Lodge, Bar, Crypt).
• Maintaining the College’s current bank account, posting weekly reconciliations.
• Issuing SCR invoices and handling income from ad hoc events (e.g., degree days).
• Chasing outstanding debtors and preparing aged debtor reports.
• Supporting external audit preparation and liaising with auditors.
• Managing ad hoc financial queries from internal departments.