Job Description
The University Finance Office is seeking to appoint a Finance Managers to join the Departmental Services Team (”DST”), supporting a number of areas of the University across the Professional Services Group.
Reporting to the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will in the first instance provide maternity leave cover supporting the University’s Information and Digital Group, following which a more enduring portfolio will be assigned. You would normally have an Assistant Management Accountant (typically AAT qualified) reporting to you.
You will join the Departmental Services Team which is well established and a supportive environment in which to build a career at the University. It is primarily engaged in management accounting and Finance business partnering. You will provide accurate and timely management information and analysis to senior University management, Heads of Departments and other stakeholders in order to aid planning, control and decision-making, especially in the deployment of University resources and to a lesser extent maximisation of income.
The role is campus based however staff can opt to work under the Finance Office’s current hybrid policy where a maximum of 40% of time (2 days per week for full time staff; normally Tuesdays and Fridays) can be worked remotely. Further details are available on request or at interview stage.
£5,000 per annum market supplement (pro-rated and non-pensionable) is available for the successful applicant on provision of proof of current membership of an approved accounting body and evidence they hold the appropriate accountancy qualifications.
About You
You will have an honours degree or equivalent and will draw on technical expertise gained in obtaining a professional accounting qualification. You should have broad experience within a finance function (including a working knowledge of tax), be a good communicator and have experience of working with non-finance professionals. Management experience would be ideal.
With the ability to address problems and identify solutions independently, you will demonstrate the ability to undertake operational aspects of the role such as quarterly reporting, planning & forecasting, and the critical evaluation of new business opportunities. This will necessarily involve modelling & analysis skills using Excel. Candidates should evidence experience of management accounting and finance business partnering, using their up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and finance systems.
For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description under ‘download further information’
About the Department
The University Finance office supports business planning and innovation to maximise the financial resources available to the University and create the long-term sustainable financial platform required for future growth. Finance staff across the University are networked as a professional community of expertise. You will be supported to continue your professional journey through access to Continuing Professional Development training opportunities, sector networks and regular Finance Office briefings.
About the University
Born in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.
You'll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.
*QS World University Rankings 2024
** Research Excellence Framework 2021
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How to Apply
To apply please complete your essential personal details and attach a CV and cover letter by the closing date of 20th June 2024. Please ensure your CV includes your most recent employment experience along with any additional relevant experience and education history. Your cover letter should detail how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for this post.
The interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.
What we Offer
We will provide you with a great range of benefits, which include an attractive pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy, and onsite childcare facilities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer you access to flexible working, for more information click here.
We are proud to say that we are a Living Wage employer.
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