Senior Research Accountant Business Partner Ref: 40812
Location
Brighton, UK
Hours
Full-time hours considered up to 1FTE. Requests for flexible working options will be considered subject to business need.
Grade 8 starting at £46,735 to £55,755 per annum, pro rata if part time.
Contract Type
Permanent
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists to join the University of Sussex as its Senior Research Accountant Business Partner reporting into the Head of Research Finance and Contracts. Key responsibilities include:
1. You will provide professional business partnering support to finance colleagues to support the research finance aspects of the University’s strategic and operational plans.
2. You will lead on the provision of research income, cost, and contribution forecasting, building robust processes to meet the annual academic planning round requirements.
3. You will oversee the delivery of grant and contract support through the Research Finance team, ensuring first-class, timely, pragmatic, and accurate support.
This is a key role, ensuring the effective delivery of strategic objectives, and contributing to the wider work of the Research and Innovation Services Division, working closely with the heads of each area, and as a key member of the Research Finance team.
About you
We are seeking an individual with experience in leading research finance administration processes and systems.
You should have a good understanding of how grant and contract-funded research works, with detailed knowledge of major UK and EC funder terms. You will bring evidenced knowledge of the national and international research and innovation funding landscape and have experience developing and maintaining relationships with funders.
You will also have experience managing and leading a team, with highly effective leadership skills and the ability to motivate others to achieve.
If you have experience in research finance administration processes and systems, with strong leadership skills and the ability to think strategically and develop excellent service provision, we want to hear from you.
About our Division
The Research and Innovation Division is a leading developer of ideas and innovations that contribute to the Global Community. We contribute to new knowledge, ideas, and solutions, leading to real change and making a difference in our lives.
Our strategy focuses on People, Research Strengths, Interdisciplinarity, Integrity, Grant Capture, and International Reputation. Last year, we submitted 681 bids, received 230 awards, and set up 227 projects, highlighting how dynamic our division is.
Our university is situated off the A27, next to the South Downs, offering a beautiful campus environment. We are accessible by public transport, with Falmer train station just a five-minute walk away, several bus stops on campus, and dedicated cycling paths. We encourage staff to use these facilities through our cycle-to-work scheme.
Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led international university, made possible by its dedicated staff. Whether faculty, professional services, or students, our people are our strength, and we want you to be part of that.
The University values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
Work for the University is required to be performed in the UK. For assistance with the application process or adjustments, please contact us at (01273) 873743 or recruitmentadministration@sussex.ac.uk.
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