Finance Manager

"We appreciate their professional approach to our campaigns and their understanding of the market."

"FindAUniversity's customer service is second to none, and the statistics they provide make it clear how things are performing and what's working well. We've also found that FindAUniversity websites reach more prospective students than competitors. 10/10 would recommend."

Phil Etherington | Student Recruitment Officer (Postgraduate) | University of Reading

Do you need an advertising platform dedicated to generating high-quality leads for postgraduate student recruitment?

Choose FindAUniversity's flagship postgraduate programme directories and portfolio of postgraduate study fairs to raise your profile with prospective students globally. With an average of 1.3 million online visitors each month, and over 7,500 study fair attendees annually, can you afford to miss out?

Get in touch and see what we can do for you.

Tel: +44(0)114 268 4940 | Email: [email protected]

Events

Whether virtual or in person, our specialist postgraduate study fairs are the perfect opportunity to connect with prospective students.

In addition to our postgraduate website portfolio, we also work in partnership with leading universities to deliver a series of the UK's largest and busiest postgraduate study fairs which boast some of the highest attendance figures in the UK. We also hold our own Postgraduate Marketing Conference which offers individuals working in higher education marketing and recruitment role the opportunity to network with colleagues and learn from thought provoking case studies and keynote speakers.,

• Prospecting, presenting, pitching, and closing new business in the UK market.


• Developing a strong client portfolio and implementing practices for strategic growth.


• Drive sales by phone, video conferences and through face-to-face meetings with clients.


• Continuously reach monthly and half yearly sales targets.


• Continuously use the systems and tools given to you by your manager to report and follow up on your sales activities.


• Forecast and track key account metrics.


• Responsible for the whole sales process - from prospecting to signing.


• Contracts and supporting the economy in receiving final payment from clients.


• Being a self starter and a good team player, always puts the team first., We are looking to grow our Operations function, and need a Commercial Operations Assistant, whose role is to assist the Commercial Operations Manager in a growing sales team.


Reporting to the Commercial Operations Manager - responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Commercial Ops Manager to maintain our CRM (HubSpot).


• Champion the use of CRM to the sales team, ensuring processes are adopted and adhered to, maximising output.


• Working with our Data team to ensure all sales data is accurate and communicated effectively.


• Cross departmental collaboration to ensure that the Sales and Account Management team can be successful in their role. This includes Marketing, Client Services and Web functions.


• Attention to detail working with sales figures to support Account Directors and Commercial Director.


• Maintaining reports within the CRM on sales pipelines and sales effectiveness., The Finance Manager will be responsible for assisting the FC, providing key financial data to aid the management team in decision making, supporting month-end accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and audit. You will work collaboratively whilst challenging what we do daily to ensure we are always improving.


The position of Finance Manager has three clear purposes:
1. To ensure the business reports accurate financial management information on a timely basis to the SLT, Group and external stakeholders.
2. To take ownership of the integrity of the information within the general ledger, the payroll processing cycle, intercompany recharges/reconciliations and the balance sheet reconciliation process.
3. To assist the Financial Controller in all aspects of finance and reporting as required.,
• To assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts-preparing and posting monthly/quarterly journals such as accruals, prepayments, depreciation, corporation tax provision.


• To assist in the preparation of submissions and reports to Group Finance - preparing standard reports and uploading information to consolidation system from Trial Balance.


• To be the primary contact for payroll - liaising with HR and external payroll agency re payroll processing, and answering any employee queries.


• To be the primary contact for intercompany invoicing and reconciliation.


• To maintain accurate and robust balance sheet reconciliations.


• To support the Financial Controller with all statutory reporting requirements including VAT and tax filings as well as annual Statutory accounts and the audit process.


• Maintain Fixed Asset Register and lead on periodic verification process.


• Supporting the FC and MD with ad hoc analysis, reporting and data as required.


• Supporting other Finance team members as required, e.g authorising payments, assisting with account code queries etc.
  
  Some experience in B2B sales preferred, but not necessary.


• Proven ability to hit and exceed sales targets.


• Ability in problem-solving and negotiation is preferable.


• Experience in finding solutions based on client needs.


• Excellent English language verbal and written communications skills (no Swedish required)


Educational level:

• Sales related education., Professional, with a high work ethic that always aims to exceed expectations.


• Passion for what you do and sees possibilities in everything.


• Performance orientated that always strives to deliver on time - and in full.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Positive mindset.


• Strong organizational skills.


• An ability to see things from a different perspective and be innovative in the sense of developing both products, relationships, and yourself.


• Strong sense of responsibility., We are happy to hear from anyone with an interest in sales, data, or operations.


• Commercially minded with data expertise.


• Experience in Sales, or sales operations is a bonus.


• Passion for knowledge transmission.


• Excellent English level is a must.


• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.


• Inspires trust with colleagues.


• Excellent time and project management skills.


• Capacity to deliver in a fast-paced environment.


• Experience in reading and understanding budgets/accounts/big data.


• Detail-oriented and diligent, ensuring tasks are completed thoroughly., Part qualified accountant - CIMA, ACCA, ACA.


• Bookkeeping / accounting experience required (minimum 2yrs) - must have been in a general ledger role and have a good understanding of month end processes.


• Some knowledge of payroll or dealing with payroll bureau an advantage.


• Good working knowledge of VAT preferred.


• Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Advanced Excel. Knowledge of Sage 50 Accounting an advantage.


• Strong organisation skills - able to prioritise and plan work load.


• Ability to analyse data, interpret & relay information in a clear and concise manner.


As a member of the Finance Team, skills you will demonstrate:

• Clear communication - all kinds and all directions (managing various stakeholders).


• Problem solving.


• Proactiveness and responsiveness.


• Attention to detail whilst still recognising the big picture.


• Ability to work within a small team and on your own initiative.


• Being adaptable to change.


• Ability to work under pressure and to do what it takes to meet deadlines.


• Ability to constructively challenge the "Status Quo".
  
  FindAUniversity are experts in everything postgraduate. Since 2001, we've been passionate about helping colleagues in the higher education sector to meet their postgraduate recruitment targets.


As market leaders in the UK, we combine our reputation for excellent customer service and innovation with an integrated approach to delivering effective student recruitment campaigns. We're genuinely very proud of what we've achieved so far, helping many thousands of students to find their perfect postgraduate degree. Our vision to develop our platforms and build an engaged online community, whilst continuing to grow our portfolio of study events, puts us in a strong position to build for the future.

In 2019/2020, we averaged 3.9 million email enquiries and referrals for our advertisers
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The FindAUniversity offices are located in the United Kingdom, in a beautiful open plan Grade II listed former cutlery works in the heart of Sheffield's Cultural Industries Quarter. Easy to get to and surrounded by some of Sheffield's best independent shops, cafes & bars., Since 2012 we've awarded nearly £100,000 in funding to future Masters and PhD students through our popular scholarships scheme. From 2020 our scholarship winners will document their first year of postgrad study with blogs and video content, giving our audience unique insights into their journey.

Sites

Launched in 2004, FindAMasters.com has grown to attract more than 700,000 monthly visitors and currently lists over 22,000 Masters and MBA programmes.
Visit FindAMasters website

Launched in 2001, FindAPhD.com attracts more than 600,000 monthly visitors and currently lists over 4,500 research projects and programmes.
Visit FindAPhD website

After completing your PhD, the next step is often a postdoctoral position, and that's where FindAPostDoc.com can help! This popular site attracts many visitors looking for the latest vacancies in their field.
Visit FindAPostDoc.com website

Our postgraduate forum is a great way for prospective, current and past postgraduate students to interact, ask questions and find out what it's really like to take on a Masters or a PhD, "I've worked with the team at FindAUniversity for many years. I can't put into words how great they are!", At findcourses.com, (Powered by Keystone Educations Group) we are passionate about ensuring that the UK workforce is at the cutting edge of learning and innovation. That's why we've created a powerful, cost-free search engine allowing learners to find training courses for professional development from over 4,000 providers.

For training providers, we help you to increase your course enrollments with online marketing solutions that deliver high-quality leads and traffic straight to you.

In addition to our search engine, we produce detailed reports and articles helping inform training buyers and providers on trends and best practices in the industry. Let us help you evolve!

Keystone is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees., As a member of FindAUniversity and the Keystone Family, you will be working with passionate, professional and high-performance individuals. Together, we have grown successfully into more than 700 talented employees with sites that are recognised as the world's leading search engines for education. Ambition, drive and great ideas help us reach our goals - join us in the making of your career!, Keystone is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.

'A great experience with good quality attendees who were interested who we could have engaging conversations with.'

University of Birmingham, PhD LIVE 2023

'It has been a great experience and we met many students who showed interest in our programs. Thank you so much for arranging this event. It has been a pleasure attending and we look forward to come back next year!'

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, Postgrad LIVE 2023

'We're working hard to boost our PG presence at exhibitions, and this is the best organisation to partner with for that. We always love attending and feel very looked after and well attended to.'

University of Roehampton, Postgrad LIVE 2023

'The organization of these events are by far the best I have experienced. The locations were well chosen, well attended and very well managed. I always had a member of the team available if I needed anything and felt confident that they would assist with any queries or issues I had - which I didn't!'

Swiss Education Group, Postgrad LIVE 2018

'Phenomenal attendance - we spoke to many more high quality students than at any other events!'

University of Southampton, PhD LIVE 2018,
• 25 days annual leave plus shut down at Christmas/New Year and bank holidays


• Flexible working


• Company pension scheme


• Employee assistance programme. (https://www.westfieldhealth.com/)


• Paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice as well as charity fund matching


• Employee referral scheme


• Wellbeing events


• Corporate flu vaccine programme


• A social working environment (as much tea and coffee as you can drink and staff nights out)


• Private courtyard and BBQ area


• Cycle to work scheme with secure private storage and showers


• City centre location, close to transport links