College Finance Assistant Manager (Job Number: 25000779)
Finance
Grade 6: - £30,805 - £37,174 per annum
Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time
Contract Duration: N/A
Contracted Hours per Week: 35
Working Arrangements: Hybrid
Closing Date: 29-Jun-2025, 5:59:00 PM
Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement: Not Applicable.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DEMONSTRATE WHEN YOU APPLY/PERSON SPECIFICATION

When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Further information about the role and responsibilities is at the end of this job description. Where a criteria has an asterisk* next to it, it may be given additional weighting when your application is considered.
Your application should cover the following criteria:

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

1. Finance qualification e.g. AAT level 4, or ACCA part-qualified.
2. Five GCSEs at least Grade C or level four (or equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics or a Post-16 qualification or equivalent experience.
3. Experience and expertise in the development and delivery of finance and administrative services.
4. Experience of providing advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues.
5. Experience of implementing policies and procedures.
6. Experience of supervising/managing a team and/or a line management qualification.
7. Experience of managing time of self and others and working under pressure to meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/KNOWLEDGE

1. Excellent spoken and written communication skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships, both internally and externally.
2. Strong digital competence across a range of digital devices and apps including Microsoft 365 Office applications, financial systems and reporting tools.
3. Committed to continuing professional development.
4. Ability to plan and organise events, activities and training involving the service.
5. Ability to solve problems and decide on and plan appropriate solutions.
6. Ability to participate in networks to share and discuss good practice and exchange information.

THE ROLE AND THE DEPARTMENT

The position will take ownership of the financial postings and budgetary planning for assigned colleges being involved in forward-looking forecasting as well as facilitating financial compliance, timeliness and accuracy of postings. The role will also be involved in change management and continuous improvement as the University continues to implement new financial systems and associated financial processes.
The Assistant Finance Manager position will play a subject matter expert (SME) role for rented & third-party managed colleges, ensuring the accounts are reviewed for accuracy and that operational financial processes are followed, and also play an SME role for the college bars.
The College Finance Assistant Manager will have line management responsibilities and ensure the day-to-day operations take place efficiently and effectively.