Finance Manager (Group)

Finance Manager (Group)

Department

Finance

Salary

£56,021 - £64,914 a year

Grade

Grade 8

Contract status

Open

Hours of work

Full-time (flexibility available)

Based at

University of York campus (with some remote working options available)

Interview date

15/10/2024

Posted Date

09/09/2024

Apply by

29/09/2024

Job Reference

13510

Documents

Candidate Brief 13510.pdf (PDF, 3000.49kb)

Role Description

Are you a skilled manager and technical accountant ready to take on a pivotal role at one of the UK's leading higher education institutions? At the University of York we are seeking a dynamic leader to head our Group Financial Accounts team and oversee the corporate reporting process. This role is integral to ensuring that the University meets its regulatory financial reporting obligations while setting the standard for excellence in financial controls and procedures.

Why York?

Leadership & Impact: Take charge of producing the University's consolidated financial statements, leading a dedicated team of finance specialists, and providing expert guidance on technical accounting practices.

Career Growth: Benefit from a supportive and forward-thinking environment that encourages continuous improvement and professional development.

Community & Flexibility: Enjoy working in a hybrid manner with a vibrant campus-based community that offers family-friendly, flexible working arrangements.

Excellent Benefits: 38 days holiday (inclusive on Bank Holidays), Generous Pension (14.5% employer contribution), Annual pay increases, Medical and Dental benefits, Cycle to Work Scheme and an onsite gym with discounted membership

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the production of consolidated financial statements, including the coordination of strategic reports and supporting notes.

Lead the preparation of government returns, balance sheet monitoring, forecasting, and Board and Committee reporting.

Manage and inspire a team of finance professionals, including direct line management of four colleagues.

What We're Looking For:

A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with strong technical knowledge and up-to-date understanding of UK GAAP.

Proven experience in team leadership, complex group consolidations, and year-end financial statement preparation.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with professional advisors and stakeholders.

A proactive mindset with a drive to continuously improve processes and foster change across the finance function.

Join Us in Making a Difference

Experience in higher education is not essential. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who bring fresh perspectives and insight. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, and we particularly encourage applications from female candidates and individuals who identify as Black, Asian, or from a Minority Ethnic background who are underrepresented in the institution in leadership roles

Interested?

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ruth Clark, Group Financial Controller, at [email protected].

Closing Date: 29 September 2024 Interview Date: 15 October 2024

Condition of employment

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Consequently, all applicants will be asked to declare both unspent and spent convictions on their application form.

Appointment of the successful candidate will be conditional on a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.

We also encourage applications from women for senior roles.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork