Impactful Research Finance Planner - 4-Month Contract

Adecco; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Research Finance Planning Manager on a temporary contract based in London. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial forecasting, data analysis, and collaboration with various teams in a higher education environment. Responsibilities include developing detailed financial forecasts, creating impactful reports, and identifying process improvements. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to financial strategy within the academic sector, in a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Inclusive recruitment process

Qualifications

• Proven experience in higher education research financial planning.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent communication skills for conveying financial data.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial forecasts for research and enterprise projects.
• Create reports summarising forecast data and risks.
• Implement enhancements to grant management processes.

Skills

Forecasting

Financial planning

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Research Finance Planning Manager on a temporary contract based in London. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial forecasting, data analysis, and collaboration with various teams in a higher education environment. Responsibilities include developing detailed financial forecasts, creating impactful reports, and identifying process improvements. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to financial strategy within the academic sector, in a supportive and inclusive workplace.