Job Description

Job Title: Financial Accountant

Permanent, up to 1 FTE (36.25 hours)

Salary: 40,871 - 50,000 per annum pro rata

Location: Bournemouth Campus (Hybrid working will be considered)

Health Sciences University (HSU: formerly AECC University College) is a specialist health sciences institution dedicated to excellent education, clinical care and applied research.

Following the recent approval of our new university title HSU in July 2024 and the merger of the University College of Osteopathy into the HSU family from 1st August 2024, the institution is in a phase of growth and transformation across our campuses in Bournemouth and central London.

We are highly values-driven, inspired by our mission to 'create a healthier society through education, research and clinical care' with highly dedicated and capable staff and students working together within a caring and inclusive community. We are part-way through the delivery of our Strategic Plan 2021-2026, entitled Fit for the Future, which we will refresh in the coming weeks to reflect recent institutional changes.

HSU delivers a diverse and growing portfolio of pre- and post-registration academic provision and research in allied health and related disciplines, and substantial CQC-registered clinical and imaging services delivering high quality care for our staff, students and local communities. These facilities create a unique offering in higher education for our students to gain valuable practice learning experience onsite, to support local and regional NHS partners, and provide a data-rich research environment for our students, staff and partners.

Partnership working sits at the heart of what we do as an agile and collaborative higher education provider and clinical provider, responding to the workforce, educational and clinical needs of our external stakeholders, and supporting our communities as an established anchor institution. As we continue to develop in Dorset and London, it is imperative that we develop a more strategically informed approach to partnership working as a multi-professional centre of excellence for healthcare education, clinical care and research locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

We provide a vibrant and positive inter-professional learning and practice environment, within a caring and inclusive community.

About the role

This is a new position created following the consolidation of the finance departments of AECC University College and University College of Osteopathy into Health Sciences University.

This is a senior role within the department reporting to the Head of Finance & Procurement and will be responsible for overseeing the transactional finances of the organisation, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, all bank accounts and control accounts. This will involve the management of a small team and ensuring that procedures and controls, both within the finance department and in other areas of the University, are being adhered to.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for the production of the annual Financial Statements, other statutory reporting and all tax affairs of the organisation as well as providing support to the payroll function as required.

The University is currently reviewing all its finance processes so the successful candidate will be required to suggest and actively input into any changes to improve the efficiency of the department.

About the person

The ideal candidate will be a qualified CCAB accountant or a finalist studying for a formal professional education. Study leave and financial support will be available where relevant.

A excellent working knowledge of finance processes, procedures and controls are essential together with a good knowledge of both VAT and payroll.

Candidates should also have previous experience of working within a busy finance department and management of staff.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum & Nationality Act 2006.

Benefits

Competitive Employer's Pension Generous annual leave entitlement Enhanced policies Subsidised clinical treatments Training and development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme
And many more

Contact

For an informal discussion please contact the People Team on peoplehelpdesk@aecc.ac.uk

To apply, go to https://www.hsu.ac.uk/about/join-us/ to complete an online application form. Completed application forms should be submitted by midnight on the closing date. Please note that CVs will not be considered as a substitute for a complete application form.

Closing date: Friday 14th November 2025

Interviews: TBC

We value diversity and inclusion at HSU and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a committed to having a diverse and inclusive culture which offers equality and opportunity for all. We operate Disability Confident and Mindful Employer schemes and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview scheme for applicants who are serving or who have served in the Armed Forces.

This post will be subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS check.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,871.00-50,000.00 per year

Expected hours: No more than 36.25 per week

Benefits:

Canteen Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 14/11/2025