Associate Director, Finance
London Business School, Primrose Hill, Camden
Associate Director, Finance
Salary Not Specified
London Business School, Primrose Hill, Camden
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 2 days ago, 2 Nov | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 1987efc576ee43b88d5eb3896a513eca
Full Job Description
London Business School require an Associate Director, Finance to join our Finance team on a 12 month Fixed Term contract As a fully qualified accountant you will be responsible for the day to day management of financial accounting reporting, and financial services for research grants and fundraising. It is an exciting time to join us at LBS we are celebrating our 60^th anniversary year, and in finance we are transitioning to a new finance system, which will continue us to innovate and maintain our place as a leading business school,
- Compliance including tax matters (UK/International corporate, sales, VAT and employment tax) and regulatory matters (including OfS). Ensuring the School is fully compliant and prepared for future changes including Carbon Accounting.
- Provision of analysis and advice on technical accounting matters.
- Balance sheet - working with the wider team to ensure full control over the balance sheet including adjustments and reconciliations.
- Financial aspects of research funding (including bids for grants) and fundraising. Ensuring that the correct accounting, and submissions and reports are completed accurately and on time., London Business School; a global and vibrant business community based in two of the world's most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. It's where extraordinary minds and diverse perspectives connect, to have a profound impact on the way the world does business and the way business impacts the world. We offer best in class hybrid learning to our students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, supportive and dynamic working environment for our people to excel in, whatever their location.
Fully qualified accountant with significant experience in a technical accounting role. - Excellent communicating and influencing skills, with the ability to negotiate, collaborate and influence.
- Experience of managing internal relationships at all levels.
- Demonstrable credibility and a network of contacts in an area of expertise.
- Subject matter expert in legislation, policies, tools or systems applicable to own area of specialism.
- Project or change management certification and experienced in leading and implementing complex business change solutions.
- Broad understanding of each of London Business School's activities and offerings.
- Ability to scan the horizon, identify industry best practice and translate this into future planning for own area of specialism.
- Proven financial management skills, ability to produce high quality reports and commercial acumen.
Generous annual leave of 27 days PLUS extra between Christmas and New Year! - Generous pension package, 14.5% employer contribution (in return for employee enrolment and contribution)
- Free onsite gym and swimming pool
- Amazing range of professional development to support your career path
- Enhanced cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health
- Up to 5 days paid emergency leave for staff who have caring responsibilities for a family member, dependent or friend who is ill. All enjoyed in a Smart (hybrid) Working environment so we're looking forward to discussing how, where and when you might work best to deliver in your new role. Our commitment to driving inclusion and belonging We are a globally reaching institution, committed to creating tangible and sustainable change in driving inclusion & belonging within our School, education and society at large. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone in our community feels they belong and thrive. This is a key school priority, and we want everyone who joins LBS to feel respected, welcomed, and heard.