Head of Finance

Arts University Bournemouth; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arts University Bournemouth seeks a forward-thinking Head of Finance. This pivotal role will oversee financial management, influence strategic decisions, and lead project implementations across the institution. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and foster collaborations that enhance the student experience. Join AUB during a transformative time and contribute to its ambitious growth.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme enrollment

Subsidised bus travel

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance role at a strategic level.
• Ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders.
• Understanding of the role of finance in the student experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the effective running of the finance function.
• Provide accurate financial information to senior leadership.
• Lead strategic financial projects and initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication

Collaborative leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Relevant finance qualification

Job description

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37 hours per week, permanent, hybrid working

About us

Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is a globally leading independent university specialising in arts, design, performance, and media.

AtAUBwe nurture creativity, engage with our communities, collaborate with industry and use our work to make a meaningful difference.

Our commitment to EDI

We are proud to have achieved the Inclusive Employers Standard Silver Accreditation in 2024, reflecting our dedication to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where the diversity of our students and staff is truly valued and respected. We welcome applications from all areas of the community and particularly encourage applications from People of Colour and people who are disabled, who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

Our commitment to Safeguarding

AUB is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding. We take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety and welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk who engage with us, as well as those who work with them.

About the role

Finance plays a critical role in ensuring the sustainability and success of our university. We are seeking an ambitious, forward-thinking finance professional to join us asHead of Financeat a pivotal time in AUB’s journey, as we look to the next phase of University’s Strategy. This role offers the opportunity to influence and lead across a broad strategic finance agenda, supporting key finance decisions and ensuring the effective management of the University’s financial resources.

Reporting to the Chief Financial and Operating Officer, the Head of Finance will be responsible for the effective and smooth running of the University’s finance function, maintaining high standards of financial control, compliance, and service delivery. They will provide accurate, timely, and insightful financial information to the CFO and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to ensure a clear understanding of the University’s financial position and to support key strategic and operational decision-making.

The role will also involve offering strategic financial advice to senior stakeholders, evaluating new business opportunities and partnerships, and leading on major financial projects, including system implementations, integrations, and enhancements that strengthen the University’s digital infrastructure and future resilience.

The Head of Finance will lead and inspire a professional finance team, ensuring high-quality services to students, staff, and external partners.

We are looking for a candidate with excellent communication and influencing skills, a collaborative and empathetic leadership style, and the ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels. An understanding of how finance underpins the student experience—whether through service delivery, policy development, or fee management—is essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a distinctive and ambitious institution at a time of change and opportunity.

In meeting your performance expectations, each year you will have a salary increase in line with the grade of your role.As well as this there is an annual cost of living increase. AUB provides generous holiday entitlement, and you will be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff) or the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (academic staff) from day one of employment. Along with subsidised bus travel, cycle to work and annual savings schemes, our broad range of benefits can be explored on the AUB careers websitehttps://aub.ac.uk/working-at-aub.

AUB has an agile working policy, and flexible working can be considered. If you require support with your application or have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please [e-mail]. If you are disabled, we are committed to supporting you with any reasonable adjustments you require, so please [e-mail] we’ll be in touch.

How to apply

To apply, please submit a covering letter setting out how you meet the requirements for the role, giving due regard to the requirements set out inthe person specification, as well as a comprehensive CV to name, job title, [e-mail]

We look forward to receiving your application.

ClosingDate:Sunday 20 July 2025

Interviews are expected to take place on the 4th or 5th of August.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Higher Education

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