Systems and Reporting Accountant

University College Birmingham - Finance

Location:	Birmingham
Salary:	£19,792 to £22,919 per annum pro rata of £48,822 - £56,535 per annum. Salary Grade: SS9
Hours:	Part Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Contract: 15 Hours Per Week (0.40 FTE), Fixed Term - 2 years

The Finance team is seeking a Systems and Reporting Accountant to help maximise the effective use of the Agresso (Unit4 Business World) financial system. As the main point of contact for system functionality, you will provide expert guidance, support, and drive continuous improvement.

The University is currently transitioning its Finance system to the Cloud and progressing an ambitious programme of systems and process development to enhance efficiency and user experience.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be proactive, organised, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.

You will need solid systems and accountancy expertise, with previous Agresso experience and a proven ability to develop and improve financial systems and processes.

Why Join Us?

Joining UCB means becoming part of an institution where your expertise will have a genuine and visible impact. This role places you at the centre of our financial transformation journey, offering the opportunity to shape systems, influence best practice, and contribute directly to enhancing the University’s operational effectiveness.

You will be welcomed into a collaborative and supportive community where professional growth is encouraged, innovation is valued, and your work will make a meaningful difference to staff, students, and the wider institution.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  + 29 days’ paid leave per year
  + 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
  + Employer Contributions – 20.9%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle.
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Closing Date: 19 April 2026

Interview Date: 7 May 2026