Finance Manager

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Finance Manager

Department: Estates Bursar

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Oxford

Compensation: GBP 38,674 - GBP 46,912 / year

Description

Jesus College is seeking a full-time Finance Manager. This position is essential to the College's operations, assisting the Head of Finance in implementing systems and policies for effective financial management. The Finance Manager will serve as a deputy to the Head of Finance, ensuring the smooth operation of the Accounts function. This role includes direct line management of two Accounts Officers. The Finance Manager will work closely with other accounting staff, the College's Administration offices, and the Human Resources department.

Key Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Head of Finance, direct line management of two Accounts Officers
• Responsibility for the production of management accounts
• Reconciliation of monthly control accounts
• Assist with the production of annual budget and forecast
• Produce draft annual accounts, for College and subsidiary companies
• Reconcile and journal quarterly investment portfolio movements
• Maintaining documentation of standard operating procedures
• Assist the Head of Finance with system implementation
• Provide back-up for Payroll Officer
• Oversee processing and correct allocation of transactions, preparing journals
• Ensure timely payment of all grants, scholarships and bursaries

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Professional Accounting qualification (Ideally ACA/ACCA)
• At least 2-3 years experience in a similar role
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and focus on accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent IT skills with good knowledge of MS Office, Excel skills are important
• Experience working successfully as part of a busy Accounts team
• Demonstrable experience in working to tight timescales and deadlines
• Flexible attitude and ability to work under pressure when necessary
• Strong technical skills and experience of preparing annual accounts for audit
• Experience of preparing management accounts with related analysis and commentary
• Experience of preparation of subsidiary company accounts and related consolidation
• A pro-active and resourceful individual who has a hands-on approach

Benefits

• Meals - A free meal is available when on duty and the kitchen is open.
• Holiday - A generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days per year (pro rata for part time posts), which includes all Bank and Public holidays.
• Pension - On joining the College you will be automatically enrolled in the University Superannuation Scheme, ("USS").
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access to a broad spectrum of services, including Health Management, Online and Face-to-Face Counselling, and Debt Management. Practical information and advice can also be accessed on all common topics, such as Consumer, Legal, Finance, Housing, Benefits, Family.
• Travel Loan - You may, on the completion of your probation period, be entitled to receive an interest-free loan to enable you to purchase an annual season ticket for travel by bus, with a discount of 5% on the overall cost.
• Personal Development - Staff are encouraged to develop both professionally and personally and the College supports employees to develop their skills and improve their performance throughout their time with the College.
• Family-friendly policies - The College has a range of family-friendly policies in place, including parental and family leave, and flexible working.
• Childcare Services - Open to University and College Staff and Students, the University owns a number of nurseries and has places at a number of Community nurseries which employees can apply for.
• Oxford University Discounts - College staff will receive a University card which provides the following discounts:
  • Free entry to Oxford Colleges and libraries
  • 10% discount in some University shops
  • Free access to the University Botanical Gardens and Harcourt Arboretum.
  • Discounted computer software from the University Computing service
• Access to Sports Facilities and Punt Hire - Staff may use the College's sports facilities and sign up for punt hire during the summer period for a small fee. Staff can also sign up for free to the University Club and use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates.
• Library - College staff have access to the Meyricke Library, open 24 hours a day.
• Eye Test/Glasses Reimbursement - a free eye test and a glasses contribution are offered for staff that are regularly display screen equipment (DSE) users and who have been advised they need glasses for DSE use.
• Flu Vaccinations - a yearly flu vaccination scheme where staff not otherwise eligible to receive a free vaccination can obtain one at the cost of the College.
• Electric Vehicle - Salary Sacrifice Scheme . The college recently launched an electric vehicle scheme available to staff * subject to earnings criteria - working with the provider TUSKER.
• Cycle to Work Salary Scarify Scheme - also recently launched provided by Green Commute initiative.
• Secure Bike Parking - bikes can be locked away securely on site.
• Onsite Gym - available to all staff free on completion of induction.
• Free will writing Service - available to all staff