Deputy Head of Professional Services Finance

1 month ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom University of Southampton Full time

Interview Date: To be confirmed

The Professional Services finance team are seeking to appoint a new Deputy Head of Professional Services Finance (management accounting/ business partner role) – to be part of our busy team of 8 accountants and 6 accountancy support staff. The whole team looks after the finances of the non- academic areas of the University, totalling £240m, and ranging from Residences and Estates, to IT and HR and student careers and wellbeing.

The prime responsibility of the post will be a business partner to the Student Experience Directorate and to act as the main point of contact for the financial management of all accounts relating to Student Life – which has an annual budget of £70m. This will involve carrying out a range of professional accountancy tasks to assist in planning, forecasting, monitoring and year end process to assist the Service Directors to maintain budgetary control and provide them with financial insight.

Significant experience preparing and monitoring budgets and the ability to use complex spreadsheets and reporting systems is essential along with a CCAB professional qualification. You will also demonstrate highly developed interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. The successful candidate will be line managing 3 qualified accountants.

We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse culture at the University and creating an environment where people can balance successful careers with their commitments and interests outside of work. Like many organisations we're currently working hybrid, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. There is the opportunity to work more days in the office as desired. The successful applicant should be available to work on Highfield campus as and when there is a requirement.

We believe equality and diversity are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a vibrant, proud and successful organisation. A diverse workforce, with people from different racial, educational and social backgrounds and a range of ages and sexual orientations, opens up a wealth of possibilities for Southampton.

As well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, such as a generous holiday allowance (44 days including bank holidays and closure days), we will support your long-term future too, with access to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts. All our benefits can be viewed here

£44,263 to £56,021 per annum



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