At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial control and reporting to support strategic sustainability at Bath Spa University.
- Company: Join Bath Spa University, a community committed to inclusivity and professional creativity.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, pension schemes, hybrid working, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Work in a stunning campus environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in higher education while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with strong financial control experience and team management skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Bath Spa University is seeking an experienced finance leader to join us as Financial Controller. This is a pivotal senior role, responsible for supporting the university’s strategic need to be financially sustainable by creating and managing the financial control environment to ensure that all financial information and reporting produced is accurate, timely and relevant in order to ensure effective data led decision making.
Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will oversee the Finance Services, Management Accounts & Finance Business Partnering and Financial Accounting teams in order to ensure the reporting and control environment for these responsibilities is effective and efficient.
You will be a technically strong qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with significant experience in financial control, including cash forecasting, within the higher education sector or a similarly complex environment. You will bring strong leadership experience, a track record of successfully leading and managing teams with a proven track record of developing and enhancing management accounts and associated processes.
Essential:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA)
- Significant experience in financial control, including cash forecasting
- A proven track record of developing and enhancing management accounts and associated processes.
- Strong leadership experience with a record of successfully leading and managing teams
Desirable:
- Worked within the higher education sector
- Previous experience in a similarly complex environment.
Salary Grade - Spot salary - up to £72,000
Staff Benefits
- Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme).
- Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time).
- Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling.
- Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work.
- Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through an easy-to-use app.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
At Bath Spa University, we believe in the power of education to break down barriers to opportunity and to transform lives. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community. We foster inclusivity, celebrating and respecting differences. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and genders.
Financial Controller in Somerset employer: Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With generous benefits such as a robust pension scheme, enhanced paid leave, and flexible working arrangements, staff are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. Located in the picturesque countryside near a World Heritage City, the university fosters a culture of collaboration and respect, making it a rewarding place for finance professionals to contribute to meaningful educational outcomes.
