Finance Manager, TRAC & Central Costs — Hybrid Role

Cambridge; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a Finance Manager in Cambridge to lead the development of a financial planning model and ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements. You will manage and communicate complex financial information effectively while supporting necessary transitions in accounting practices. This role offers hybrid working options and an excellent benefits package including generous leave and pension schemes. Ideal candidates would have significant experience in finance, ideally within higher education or the public sector.

Benefits

41 days annual leave

Defined benefits pension schemes

Flexible working options

Family-friendly initiatives

Career development opportunities

Rental deposit scheme

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience in financial planning and management.
• Experience in supporting change management for accounting practices.
• Ability to convey complex financial concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply a new financial planning model university-wide.
• Ensure compliance with the TRAC return submission requirements.
• Support the Finance Transformation Programme focusing on financial transparency.

Skills

Experience in Higher Education/Public Sector and commercial environments

Managing an accounting and finance team

Presenting complex financial information

Managing change in accounting practices

Developing accounting tools for Activity Based Costing

Education

Degree level or level 7 vocational qualification

Chartered accountant or equivalent experience

Job description

A prominent educational institution is seeking a Finance Manager in Cambridge to lead the development of a financial planning model and ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements. You will manage and communicate complex financial information effectively while supporting necessary transitions in accounting practices. This role offers hybrid working options and an excellent benefits package including generous leave and pension schemes. Ideal candidates would have significant experience in finance, ideally within higher education or the public sector.