We're actively recruiting a Director of Financial Management for a well established higher education organisation based in London. This role is one of the senior leadership posts in Finance and leads the Financial Management team, providing leadership across finance, and supporting and in wider strategic initiatives.
Permanent position
Hybrid working
Salary: £85,000 - £89,000
Responsibilities:
Line manage the Business Partnering and Financial Planning & Analysis teams and take responsibility for co-ordinating their work and leading and developing them in providing an effective and efficient service
Work with other Business Partner teams across the University, including HR and Strategic Development & Delivery (SDD)
Contribute to the development of strategic financial strategies and short- and medium-term business plans across all areas of the University, challenging assumptions and decision-making as appropriate and providing financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets, and business drivers
Develop annual budgets and in-year financial forecasts, ensuring financial compliance and assurance
Manage the agreed budget each year, liaising with budget holders and taking pro-active action as necessary on any necessary remedial actions to ensure budgets are balanced
Understand and report on the Universities financial performance, including the capital programme, to Governors, University Executive Board, Deans of Schools and Di...