Financial Accountant

We are seeking a Financial Accountant to manage and develop the University’s core systems for income and debtor management to meet the needs of the University.

You will work with a range of stakeholders to develop and enhance non-student financial systems – Starrez, Systopia and Fidelo. You will also take oversight of

the debtors and income reporting in both the management and statutory accounts including key reconciliations.

You should have an accounts background and experience of working with the SUN accounting system (or equivalent). You should have also have experience with student records systems (such as SITs) and knowledge of intra-company accounting including journal preparation and reconciliations. You should be an excellent communicator, able to work collaboratively and show initiative. You’ll also be able to manage competing and conflicting priorities effectively, whilst maintaining a calm demeanour.

Whilst we offer flexible and hybrid working across the University, you will be required to work on-campus at least 2-3 days per week.

Regent’s University London is a private university right in the heart of Royal Regent’s Park. We offer bespoke undergraduate and postgraduate education that begins with the individual, focussing on each student’s talents, potential, and aspirations.

Our study areas include business and management; liberal studies and humanities; fashion and design; film, media and performance; psychotherapy and psychology; as well as pathway qualifications in English language and other modern foreign languages.

We are a small, friendly and supportive University offering great benefits for our staff including:

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional discretionary closure days over Christmas

Beautiful campus in the heart of Regent's Park, a short walk from Baker Street station

A range of great facilities on our stunning campus including free tea and coffee, flexible working spaces and free use of the campus tennis court and sport pitch

Membership of a group personal pension scheme with a 7% minimum contribution by the University, with up to 10% contribution by the University

Loans of up to £10,000, to include covering daily travel costs, rental deposits and bicycles

Benenden medical cover - allowing access to medical services where there is delay in receiving NHS treatment

Employee discount service

£7 a day allowance to spend in University catering outlets (when onsite)

Blended (hybrid) and flexible working supported across the University, depending on the requirements of the role