Interim Director of Finance and Planning

Contract: Interim – fixed term up to 12 months 

We are seeking an experienced Director of Finance and Planning to join our team and support the Executive Director of Finance and Corporate Services in leading the financial management of the University, on a fixed-term basis. 

In this pivotal role, you will take day-to-day responsibility for the leadership of the finance department and the effective management of the University’s finances. You will ensure all aspects of the financial cycle – including planning, budgeting, monitoring, and year-end processes – are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time. 

You will produce high-quality financial reports, analysis, and information to support the Executive Management Team (EMT) and University committees, enabling robust and informed decision-making at the highest level. As a trusted advisor, you will bring strong technical expertise in finance and accounting and will confidently deputise for the Executive Director as required. 

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ashleigh Rowe, Executive Assistant, via A.Rowe@ucb.ac.uk 

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 29 days’ paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions – 20.9%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology home and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Closing Date: Sunday 27 April 2025

How to apply: Please click 'Apply’ to be redirected to our website, where you can download an application pack.

Standard Information: UCB is an equal opportunities employer.

University College Birmingham is proud to have been voted 5^th in the Post Graduate Education category in the prestigious 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. The awards are voted for and by students showcasing the incredible relationships we foster here at University College Birmingham between Staff and Students. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating. 

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