Assistant Management Accountant

CompanyThe University of Salford

LocationSalford, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/22/2026

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Salford, United Kingdom

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Job Info

Job Identification 559
Posting Date 01/22/2026, 09:21 AM
Apply Before 02/04/2026, 11:59 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Contract Type Fixed Term
Duration of FTC 9 Months
Salary From 33,951
Salary To £37,694
DBS required No
Driving Required No
Skills Premium None
Organization Finance, University of Salford

Opportunity Overview

The role of Assistant Management Accountant will be the direct support for a number of professional service departments and will report directly to the Finance Manager.

The Finance Division is responsible for the overall financial management of the institution including subsidiaries. The division provides a full range of financial services to the university, including management and financial accounting services. The University has devolved systems of planning and budgeting, and the Finance Division works closely with Academic Colleges and Professional Services to maximise the opportunities for the University within an appropriate control environment. The Division maintains and develops the central finance systems, Unit4, and provides on-line access together with training.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Finance Manager in the delivery of high-quality services to the University
Assist with budget setting, budget monitoring, reporting of performance, transactional support, and provision of high-quality financial advice
Be proactive and able to work in a fast-paced commercial setting to support the achievement of agreed business plans
Preparation of financial forecasts and analysis
Hold regular budget review meetings with stakeholders

About The Department

The University of Salford’s Finance Department is responsible for the overall financial management of the institution and its subsidiaries. The department is made up of a team of 70 staff and provides a full range of financial services to the University. We work closely with Academic Units and Professional Services to maximise opportunities and ensure financial sustainability.

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance

Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential

Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives

The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts

Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships

Sustainable Salford - we have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.

Greater Manchester - live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleges, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyles

Our Peel Park campus is unique with lots of green spaces and great transport links including Salford Crescent train station means we're easy to get to

A rewarding career - where everything you do will make a difference. To our students, our local community, and the world around you

Job Description

About Us

Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.

All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.

We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.

And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.

At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.

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