Overview

Loughborough University is internationally recognised for excellence and innovation — and its 50-strong Finance Office is no exception. The team manages a £350m+ budget and has been recognised as a runner-up for Large Finance Team of the Year. The university is looking to welcome a Group Financial Accountant to play a key role in its continued success.

Location: Loughborough (Hybrid – 3 days in the office)

Salary: £46,735 – £55,755 per annum + outstanding holiday allowance and pension contribution

Note: This role is being handled exclusively by Henry Clarkson at Distinct Recruitment

The role

This is a broad and varied role that goes beyond narrow technical accounting. You’ll:

• Lead on the preparation and consolidation of the University’s Annual Report and Financial Statements (FRS102) and those of its subsidiaries.
• Oversee subsidiary and spin-out reporting, ensuring robust control and compliance.
• Manage a small, driven team of three: two qualified Financial Accountants (covering fixed assets, tax and subsidiaries) and one Assistant Accountant in training.
• Support financial planning, including forecasting for central costs and depreciation.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders across the University, providing technical expertise and insight.

About you

• A fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Experience in statutory accounts preparation and compliance with FRS102.
• Outgoing, delivery-focused, with the drive to take ownership and see things through.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Why join Loughborough University?

• Impact: Opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s most respected universities, with exposure across both University operations and its subsidiaries.
• Balance: Hybrid working (3 days in the office), flexible hours, and no heavy month-end cycles.
• Benefits: Defined Benefit (DB) pension scheme with ~20% employer contribution, generous holiday allowance totalling 44 days, and on-site nursery facilities.
• Variety: Exposure to diverse income streams including tuition, research, commercial ventures, and subsidiaries ranging from a hotel chain to enterprise spin-outs.

Interested?

Apply now to be considered for this opportunity.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Accounting, Education, and Higher Education