Interim Head of Operations

at  Aston University

Are you an experienced leader? Do you want to make a real difference to student experience? Do you just love a good process? If you answer yes to all of these, we’ve got just the role for you! An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 12 month Fixed Term to join the Finance department providing leadership to our financial operations teams as we strive to provide exceptional customer service and develop our processes to support and enable Aston’s exciting 2030 strategy.
You will lead a team of 10 covering all aspects of Finance operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial systems. You’ll be the ‘front-of-house’ lead for the finance team, building relationships with our varied stakeholders across the organisation. You will be a chartered accountant or equivalent, with a proven track record of designing and successfully implementing operational finance strategies policies and processes, delivering quantifiable efficiencies and improvements to service levels. You will be able to demonstrate a clear track record of developing people and building highly-effective, resilient teams.
Further details: University Information Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.
Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston
We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles. If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk

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