A leading research-led organisation within the higher education and life sciences sector is seeking an Accounts Manager to join its finance team on a fixed-term basis until September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, complex environment supporting high-value research activity with global impact.Reporting to a senior finance lead, you will provide comprehensive accounts management support across general ledger and research grant activity. The role combines hands-on financial processing with advisory responsibilities and people management.Key responsibilities include: Managing day-to-day accounting queries and supporting month-end and year-end processesMonitoring and reconciling general ledger accounts and supporting budget holdersIdentifying and explaining variances, risks, and forecast overspendsTranslating financial information for non-financial stakeholdersLiaising with senior academics and project leads on budgets, forecasts, and grant pipelinesSupporting research grant applications, including costings and compliance with funder termsAssisting with debt collection and resolving financial queries promptlyIdentifying and implementing process improvementsLine managing 2 3 staff members and deputising for the Finance Manager when required The successful candidate will be an experienced finance professional who is confident operating in a busy, deadline-driven environment and comfortable working with complex funding streams.Essential requirements: ..... full job details .....