About this role
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: 18 months
We are looking for a strategically focused qualified accountant with excellent people management experience. It’s important that you are team oriented, with a drive to deliver ongoing change and improvements.
The Opportunity:
The role of the Director of Finance Operations (DFO) is to develop and lead the delivery of both Finance Operations and transactions process improvement within Finance;
To lead, motivate and manage the Finance Operation Teams in delivering the University’s Finance Strategy; all in alignment with the complex and varied needs of Colleges and Professional Service Groups; To build capability in the specialist areas including Payroll, Pensions and Insurance to address current and future challenges; To support the development, resilience and effectiveness of Finance Operations, ensuring that the transactions that underpin all activities in the University are accurately processed and reported to agreed timelines; To position Finance as a strategic, business-focused professional service, setting and adhering to the highest professional and service standards ensuring financial integrity and effective stewardship.
Your skills and attributes for success:
Experience of managing teams in large multi-departmental organisations at a senior level (Assistant Director or equivalent) Working in high performing organisations with a progressive approach to developing financial management Success in staff development and training Operating in a strategic finance environment Implementing strategy through highly effective operational plans Operating with an enterprise wide, integrated finance system in organisations with multiple business units. Control and successful delivery of multiple projects to tight timescales Decisive and confident in operating autonomously on a regular basis Positive, self-reliant, open-minded and enthusiastic attitude Ability and discipline to plan and prioritise work at personal and team levels to achieve agreed objectives Ability to generate respect and support at all levels Innovative and committed to continuous improvement Analytical, with a strong understanding of how to select and report key information for decision makers Ability to consistently work comfortably to tight deadlines Excellent working knowledge of Excel Ability to deliver and maintain a high standard of quality outputs
Please submit a CV and covering letter for consideration.