Senior Financial Analyst- IT Services

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Financial Analyst to join us on a permanent basis

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous maternity and adoption leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay leave, followed by additional statutory and unpaid leave options.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

• The finance team sits within the Office of the CIO and has a dotted line into Central Finance, via the Divisional Financial Controller for UAS and GLAM.
• This is a key post within a department witnessing significant change as we commercialise our approach to service provision and manage a c. £100m digital transformation programme. As such, we require potential candidates to possess good people, process, IT, and accounting skills ideally proven in a complex and highly distributed organisation.
• The role will be responsible for Project Finance of a project portfolio, as well as I&E of the OCIO directorate. Additional oversight will be had of other portfolios, I&E and transactions through one direct report.

About You

• A recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, ACA) with strong accounting knowledge.
• Extensive experience in a large accounting environment, demonstrating expertise in management accounting, pricing, planning, reporting, and business partnering.
• Ability to communicate financial terminology, management accounts, and financial processes effectively to non-financial staff.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships, gaining the confidence of a wide range of stakeholders.
• Highly organised with strong coordination skills, ensuring deadlines and project timelines are met.
• A commitment to maintaining exceptional accuracy in all aspects of the role.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 22 April 2025.

Interviews will take place week commencing 5 May 2025 and will be held in person in central Oxford.