Grants Accountant
Venn Group agency reference number: 7146910
Venn Group is working with a reputable university who are currently looking for a Grants Accountant to join the Post Research Finance team. Below is a brief synopsis on the role
Location: Thames Valley/WFH
Duration: Permanent
Hours: 37.5/week
Salary: £44,000 - £50,000 per annum
Day to day duties include:
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Liaising with various Heads of School and Research Directors, providing expertise on their award financial positions, risks and mitigations, and funder terms and conditions
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Working alongside the legal team, ensuring contracts are accurate and complete for financial information
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Ensuring grants are reviewed on a regular basis and following up on any issues with the relevant people/departments
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Supporting School Finance Business Partners with the budgeting and forecasting process
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Managing the year end cycle for all grants and scholarship activities
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Provide reports and analysis to committees including research income and overhead recovery
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Managing and overseeing the day to day duties and development of the post award team
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Ensuring funder terms and conditions are adhered to
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Effectively manage audits
Essential Skills:
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Previous experience working in a similar position
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Knowledge of UK and EU grants
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact Cameron Hester on the Reading recruitment team on 0118 207 1229 or email chester@venngroup.com
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.