Accountancy Assistant - Subsidiaries (Fixed-Term, Mat. Cover)
- University of Nottingham
- United Kingdom, LND
- Jun 3, 2026
Job Description:
About the role - You will be working in the Corporate Finance team; supporting the Financial Accountant to develop and maintain our corporate responsibilities for the subsidiaries of the University of Nottingham. You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of the subsidiary accounting records supporting monthly management accounting, annual statutory reporting and also with budget preparation. You will develop your technical accounting knowledge as we complete financial statements and other regulatory returns.
About the team- You will be working alongside another Accountancy Assistant in the Subsidiary team as part of the wider Corporate Finance team. You will report to the Financial Accountant for subsidiaries.
About you- You will have proficient IT skills with an appreciation for maintaining accuracy through good analytical and problem-solving skills, be AAT qualified or have substantial relevant experience, additionally you will have practical experience of managing budgets and understanding fundamental accounting principles. Experience of Oracle Fusion would be a bonus. Further details can be found in the role profile.
What we offer-
- A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
- A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week (usually Mondays and Wednesdays in the office)
- Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (or pro rata if applicable) plus standard bank holidays and four or five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
- We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
- You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website
What next- .
Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.
Your working hours will be (36.25 hours per week). If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.
This is a fixed-term position (maternity cover) available until 30/09/2027.
Please contact Laura Purdy [email protected] if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
Closing Date: 16 Jun 2026
Category: Administrative, Professional and Managerial (APM)
