Assistant Financial Planning and Strategy Analyst

University of Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Reading seeks a Financial Analyst to join its Planning and Strategy team. The role involves providing analytical support to business partners and stakeholders, with a focus on budgeting and financial management. Ideal candidates are pursuing accounting qualifications and possess strong numeracy and IT skills.

Qualifications

• Current pursuit of a recognized accounting qualification.
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting in a large organization.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Providing analytical information and support to Finance Business Partners.
• Delivering reliable financial and management information.
• Supporting budget holders and stakeholders across the University.

Skills

Numeracy

IT Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Recognised Accounting Qualification (CIMA/ACCA/CIPFA/ACA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Closing date: 23:59 GMT 22nd June 2025

Interviews will be held: week commencing 30th June 2025

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the .

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an experienced financial planning and strategy team. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and keen to pursue a career in business partnering.

This post is part of the Finance Planning and Strategy team, led by the Deputy Director of Finance, and includes Business Partners (FBP), Analysts and Accounts Assistants.

This role provides analytical information and support to the Finance Business Partners (FBP), providing relevant and reliable financial and management information alongside customer focussed support to budget holders and other stakeholders across the University.

You Will Have

• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
• The ability to organise and prioritise work accurately
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Excel amongst others
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Currently working towards a recognised accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ CIPFA/ACA)
• Experience budgeting and forecasting within a large organisation.
  
  

Contact Name Anne-Marie West

Contact Job Title Finance Business Partner

Contact Email address [e-mail]

Alternative Contact Name Sarah Bartlett

Alternative Contact Job Title Finance Business Partner

Alternative Contact Email address [e-mail]

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.