DESCRIPTION

We’re looking for a qualified Financial Analyst to help shape financial planning and reporting at Bath Spa University. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team where your insights will directly influence key university decisions.
In this role, you’ll support the Head of Financial Planning, Reporting & Analysis, working alongside the Senior Financial Analyst to develop and maintain core financial data sets. From tuition fee income and partnership payments to pay expenditure and resource allocation, your work will play a crucial part in ensuring the University’s financial sustainability.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone with an ACCA or CIMA qualification (essential), advanced Excel skills, and strong experience in financial modelling and report creation. The successful candidate will have experience of creating, analysing and interpreting financial reports and budgetary information, and producing insights. Experience in higher education, or within a large and complex organisation, would be an advantage.
This is a varied and impactful role, offering the chance to make a real difference at Bath Spa University. Applications will be reviewed as they come in, and we may close the role early, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You’ll play a key role in financial modelling, including the forecasting model for the University’s five-year plan, and create insightful financial reports using business intelligence tools. Working closely with system accountants, you’ll help improve reporting accuracy and streamline financial processes to drive efficiency.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS VACANCY EARLY IF WE RECEIVE SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS FOR THE ROLE. THEREFORE, IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE.

Staff Benefits -

• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher’s Pension Scheme)
• Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
• Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, and on-site nursery

For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/