Strategic Finance Manager for Research Platforms
3 days ago
Kings College London is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to join its Financial Strategy, Planning & Performance team. This role offers the opportunity to support the Research Management & Innovation Directorate (RMID) in driving financial strategy across research platforms, investment portfolios, and revenue-generating units.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in management accounting and finance business partnering, with expertise in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting. They will be able to communicate complex financial information effectively to non-finance audiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading RMID's budgeting, forecasting, and costing processes.
- Providing expert financial analysis and insights to inform strategic decision-making.
- Partnering with senior stakeholders to evaluate financial risks, develop business cases, and ensure robust financial controls.
- Supporting grant proposals and improving cost recovery across research grants.
- Driving improvements in financial literacy, processes, and systems across RMID and its partnerships.
About You:
- A fully qualified finance professional.
- Strong experience in management accounting and finance business partnering.
- Expertise in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Ability to communicate complex financial information effectively to non-finance audiences.
- Experience in managing research grants and knowledge of Transparent Approach to Costing (TRAC) is desirable.
- Proven leadership skills and ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary £63,596 - £72,757.
- 30 days of annual leave (not including bank holidays) and volunteering opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements (2 days onsite, 3 days remote).
- Professional development opportunities.
- Access to a wide range of staff benefits, including childcare discounts, wellness initiatives, and travel schemes.
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