Divisional Finance Officer

University of Oxford; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oxford is seeking a Divisional Finance Officer to join the Finance Division. This full-time role involves providing strategic financial analysis and managing budgets for various departments, ideal for someone with advanced financial qualifications and management accounting experience. Team collaboration is key, supported by attractive benefits, including a generous leave scheme and commitment to hybrid working.

Benefits

38 days of annual leave

Generous family leave schemes

Commitment to hybrid and flexible working

Excellent contributory pension scheme

Affordable commuting options

Access to social, cultural, and sports clubs

Qualifications

• Advanced stage of a financial qualification required.
• Experience in a management accounting role.
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial analysis, planning, and insight.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting.
• Manage discrete finance projects.

Skills

Management Accounting

Financial Analysis

Excel

Education

Advanced financial qualification (e.g. ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA)

Tools

Oracle Financials

Job description

Finance DivisionWe are looking for a Divisional Finance Officer to join our collaborative team supporting the University Administration and Services (UAS) and GLAM departmentsThis position is only accepting applicants from internal candidates currently working at the University of Oxford
Location: Great Clarendon Street, Oxford (Hybrid working)Salary: £38,674 – £46,913 per annumContract: Full Time, PermanentIntegral to the University, the Finance Division aims to enable world-class research and education by collaborating on sound financial strategy to provide long-term resources, underpinned by excellent operational and professional services. For more information please visit: https://finance.admin.ox.ac.uk/What We OfferWorking at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.

• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.

• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.

• An excellent contributory pension scheme.

• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.

• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the RoleAs Divisional Finance Officer, you’ll work closely with senior managers to provide expert financial analysis, planning, and insight. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting for a portfolio of departments, supporting strategic decision-making and identifying opportunities for improvementYou’ll also manage discrete finance projects and contribute to continuous process improvement across the Division. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, challenge, and the opportunity to influence change at a high levelAbout You

• At an advanced stage of a financial qualification (e.g. ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA)

• Experienced in a management accounting role in a complex organisation

• A confident communicator who can explain financial concepts to non-specialists

• Skilled in Excel and familiar with financial systems (experience with Oracle Financials is a plus)

• Proactive, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively

Application ProcessTo apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement

• Your CV

• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 28th JulyShortlisting will take place on 4th August with Interviews planned to be in person on 11th August