Finance Manager (Cambridge, UK)

Job Description

Are you looking for an interesting and varied role in an inspiring, world-leading organisation as Finance Manager Do you want to use your finance skills across a range of activitiesCISL is an impact-led institute within the University of Cambridge that activates leadership globally for people, nature, and climate. Through our global Network and hubs in Cambridge, Cape Town, and Brussels, we work with leaders and innovators across business,finance, and government to accelerate action for a sustainable future. Please see further details here www.cisl.cam.ac.ukThis is an interesting role for an enthusiastic, motivated Finance Manager to provide high level financial management to aid the implementation and management of departmental finances in order to ensure financial and business objectives comply with financialregulations.You will play a key role in the financial administration of the department, planning and allocating the monthly work cycle of the Finance team to ensure that all financial transaction processing on the University’s Oracle finance system (including accountsreceivable, accounts payable, grants, fixed assets and general ledger) is carried out efficiently in line with both the department’s internal rules and the University financial procedures. The role has responsibility to ensure that financial records are meticulouslymaintained and to produce regular reporting for CISLs management team to monitor the department’s progress against its financial targets and to highlight opportunities and potential decision points. The role has line management responsibility for 4 staff.Key skills and experience:• Educated to Degree level/level 6 vocational qualification or equivalent level of practical experience. • AAT qualified (Level 4) or equivalent. • Substantial experience in a finance management role in a similar environment. • Expertise in financial and accounting practice.• Experience of developing/reviewing administrative processes and systems.• Experience of managing and developing a high-performing and engaged Finance team.• Competence in the use of Oracle Financials or similar accounting programme.• Good organisational and communication skills.• Excellent IT skills, experienced user of Microsoft Office.• Demonstrate knowledge of finance/accounting involving an understanding of relevant theory and/or principles.What you will receive:• 41 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays) • Working 37 hours per week, hybrid working considered• Excellent benefits include a generous pension scheme, discount portal, cycle-to-work scheme, access to the university accommodation service, employee assistance programme, family-friendly policies along with many more.This post is permanent, full-time and predominantly based in Cambridge.To apply, access full details of the vacancy including the Further Information document, please visit our job board via the Apply now button.Closing Date: 3rd December 2023The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. To find out more on how the University supports equal opportunities please visit https://www.equality.admin.cam.ac.uk/The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.We look forward to hearing from you!

Keyskills :
AATAccountancyAccounts PayableFinancial ManagementOracle FinancialLine Management