Finance Account Officer

Oxford Brookes University; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned UK university is seeking a Management Accounts Officer to support its financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with regulations. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with stakeholders and ensure the accuracy of financial records in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays

Local Government pension scheme with 19.2% employer contribution

Discounted gym and sports facilities

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in financial administration within a complex organisation.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting budgeting and forecasting across departments.
• Preparing and analyzing monthly financial reports.
• Processing payroll accounts and financial transactions.

Skills

Financial administration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Oxford Brookes University is distinctive in nature. We are a modern and forward thinking institution rooted in, and connected to a city with a rich history of culture and learning. We are a globally recognised University focused on providing high-quality teaching, delivering impactful research and an excellent student experience. Our vision is simple: “shape tomorrow through our unique blend of the modern and the traditional, by embracing diversity, seeking out the new and excelling in education and research.”

Our people are at the heart of the University - our excellence in teaching, research and knowledge exchange depends on the engagement, capability and wellbeing of our people. We strive to create and encourage an environment where people have the opportunity to develop, progress and thrive.

In acknowledgment of our commitment to gender equality and progression, we proudly hold the Athena SWAN Bronze award, a testament to our unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all. Join us at Oxford Brookes University, where every step forward is a leap toward a brighter tomorrow.

The role

Based at our Headington campus and reporting to the Head of Management Accounts, the Management Accounts Officer will play a key role in supporting the University’s financial operations. This includes providing expert financial advice, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The role involves close collaboration with budget holders, academic staff, and external partners to support financial planning, monitoring, and reporting. The postholder will contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes, assist with payroll and claims, and provide high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

The role will close on 7th December 2025 @ 23.30.

Face to face Interviews are expected to take place on 18 December 2025.

About the team

The Management Accounts team sits within the Finance & Legal Services Directorate and is responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial support across the University. The team works closely with academic faculties, professional services, and external partners to ensure financial compliance, effective budget management, and strategic financial planning. This collaborative and agile team supports a wide range of financial activities, including reporting, forecasting, and systems development, and plays a vital role in enabling the University to meet its financial goals.

What will I be doing?

• Supporting the budgeting and forecasting processes across departments.
• Preparing and analysing monthly financial reports and year-end positions.
• Processing and reconciling payroll accounts and financial transactions.
• Advising staff on financial regulations and system usage.
• Coordinating payments and claims, including associate pay and placement costs.
• Ensuring compliance with financial policies and external funding requirements.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and funding bodies.
• Maintaining and improving financial data systems and reporting structures.

What skills do I need?

• Substantial experience in financial administration within a complex organisation.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in handling financial data.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

About the location

Based at our Headington campus, you’ll experience the vibrant campus atmosphere and benefit from our modern office environment. The campus is one mile from the centre of Oxford and is served by regular public transport. This role will be hybrid with a minimum expectation of one day on campus per week.

Benefits

As an Oxford Brookes employee, you will enjoy a total of a minimum of 25 days holiday, rising with your service, plus 8 Bank Holidays and additional University concessionary Days (approx 5 per year).

We encourage and support hybrid working where the role allows and ensure that you have the necessary equipment to allow you to work flexibly.

We have an extremely competitive Local Government pension scheme with a 19.2% Employer contribution rate, as well as providing all staff with financial education, a comprehensive employee assistance helpline.

We prioritise the well‑being of our employees—both physically and mentally, as well as financially. That's why we provide a diverse and comprehensive benefits package to support our team.

In addition, all employees have access to:

• Discounted rates for the University sports & gym facilities
• Brookes on‑site Nursery.
• Discounted travel options
• TOTUM card discount scheme
• Relocation scheme (for moves over 30 miles)
• Training and development opportunities
• Connected community – Brookes have a wide variety of staff networks which instil a sense of community offering employees a space for support, guidance and friendship making it a vibrant and inclusive place to work.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.