Senior Accountant

CompanyUniversity of York

LocationYork, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/26/2026

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Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

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£41,700 (£21.38 per hour)

Standard minimum applies

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Description

Stop Balancing Books. Start Building Strategy.

The University of York is seeking a Finance Technical Lead to bridge the gap between technical integrity and strategic growth. This isn't a "business as usual" role, it’s a high-impact position designed for a financial expert who thrives on variety.

Consult, Don’t Just Report: Act as a strategic advisor on our high-value projects.
Ownership: Lead the technical finance work that underpins the University’s road-map.
Dynamic Scope: Your work shifts month-to-month based on the university’s most pressing and exciting initiatives.

If you have a sharp eye for detail and the ability to translate complex figures into "The Big Picture," let’s talk.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership: Lead on project costing, budget setting, and ongoing financial monitoring.
Technical Advisory: Provide expert guidance on statutory accounting treatments for complex transactions and new ventures.

Risk Analysis: Conduct deep-dive financial risk assessments to ensure the University’s strategic goals are met securely.

Global Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison between internal teams and external specialist advisors (tax, project financing, etc.) across the UK and overseas.

Collaborative Support: Contribute to the wider Finance Department’s transformation goals and day-to-day excellence in reporting and control.

Key Requirements:

Qualified Accountant: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification.
Analytical Excellence: Proven ability to gather, interpret, and report complex financial data for senior stakeholders.
Project Expertise: A solid grasp of accounting practices within a complex project environment.
Ambition: A desire to develop skills in international accounting and a drive to embrace organisational change.
Experience within the Higher Education sector. (Desirable)
Familiarity with Agresso/Unit4 or Workday Adaptive Planning (Desirable)

Line management experience (Desirable)

Why Join the University of York?

We provide a supportive, inclusive environment where professional development is prioritised alongside personal wellbeing. Our benefits include:

Salary: Up to £56,535 per annum.
Hybrid working: Flexibility to work from home up to 3 days per week
Family-friendly policies. Part-time options are open for discussion.
Generous Leave: 38 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
Excellent Pension: 14.50% employer contribution
Travel Incentives: Ride to Work and season ticket loans available