Treasury Accountant

Treasury Accountant

National Oceanography Centre, Southampton

Permanent

Full time (37 hours per week)

35,360

Who are we?

We are the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) – the UK’s centre of excellence for oceanographic sciences. We are a national research organisation, delivering integrated marine science and technology from the coast to the deep ocean.

We are made up of a dynamic and vibrant community whose focus is on improving the world in which we live. Our work is balanced by our strong sense of purpose, values and behaviours and an unwavering commitment to a one NOC approach.

We have a rich history dating back to 1949, and our future has never looked more exciting as we aim to be the worlds most innovative oceanographic institution.

About the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of treasury, cash and banking processes, and will begin to develop our investment strategy. You will lead on improving systems, introducing good governance and managing / reviewing financial processes.

A key role in supporting our Financial Controller, the main responsibilities will include:

• Cash flow management including forecasting

• Preparing monthly reconciliations

• Ensuring cash is appropriately managed and invested

• Ensuring all banking administration is up to date

• Working on improved ways of small low value purchasing

About you

Were looking for someone ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified / part-qualified with significant accountancy experience. You should have a strong background in cash flow management, preparing monthly reconciliations and ensuring banking administration is up to date.

Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively is essential for this position. Experience of using an ERP system (particularly Unit 4) would be highly advantageous.

Why the NOC?

We offer a generous set of benefits including 28 days annual leave, plus 3.5 local closure days and 8 public bank holidays, and a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan.

We are committed to flexible working, trusting our staff to get the job done. And we offer an inclusive and supportive environment where our people can meet their full potential.

The centre is well connected by public transport and has ample cycle parking in addition to free onsite car-parking. We support opportunities for further training and development.

Our commitment as an employer

The NOC is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. There is a guaranteed interview scheme for suitable candidates with a disability and we welcome applications from ethnic minorities currently under-represented. The NOC is an Investors in People organisation, and has signed up to the Athena SWAN charter principles to take action to address gender equality.

How to apply:

Please click Apply for this job and submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the NOC recruitment team at careers@noc.ac.uk /

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Before submitting your application please ensure you have reviewed the attached job description and assessment criteria.

Date advert posted: 1st April 2021.

Closing date: 29th April 2021. Please note this vacancy may close earlier depending on the number of applicants.

Please note we are not accepting applications via recruitment agencies for this position.

Assessing applications

All applications to the NOC are reviewed by a real-life person, not a computer programme. Attached to our adverts you will find a Candidate Assessment document which clearly sets out the criteria against which applications are assessed. Once assessed the strongest candidates will be invited to interview.