Management Accountant
£41,064, rising to £44,746
Full Time, Fixed Term – Professional Service
The role
Based at our Buckley Building (Headington Campus) and reporting to the Head of Management Accounts, the Management Accountant is a 6‑month temporary position designed for a data‑driven professional who excels at transforming complex financial information into actionable insight. You will be responsible for the integrity of our management accounting processes, ensuring that our cost centres are rationalised and that our financial reporting is both precise and strategically aligned. This role requires a technical mastery in Excel and the commercial acumen to challenge and support budget holders across the University.
What will I be doing?
* Develop and maintain complex financial models to monitor the performance of Faculties, Directorates and individual projects.
* Analyse spend breakdowns and trend reporting to ensure resources are deployed effectively and cost‑improvement projects are tracked accurately.
* Prepare accurate monthly reports, provide deep‑dive variance analysis and offer insight to “challenge” forecasts in collaboration with Senior Management Accountants.
* Work with cross‑university groups to optimise budgeting tools, workload planning systems and internal control procedures.
* Ensure all financial positions are submitted in line with HE SORP and FRS 102 standards, maintaining high levels of accuracy for internal and external audits.
* Oversee post‑award monitoring, ensuring compliance with funders (e.g., OfS, Research Councils) and maximising income recovery.
* Provide task‑based guidance and mentoring to Assistant Management Accountants and Officers.
What skills do I need?
* Advanced Excel & Data Handling – highly proficient in Excel, able to handle large datasets, create complex formulas and build robust financial models. (Essential)
* Financial Analysis & Rationalisation – proven experience in variance analysis, trend identification and the ability to rationalise cost centres to improve financial clarity. (Essential)
* Process Improvement – proactive in identifying system inefficiencies and implementing improvements in financial reporting and budgeting workflows. (Essential)
* Detail Orientation – exceptional accuracy in managing general ledgers and preparing year‑end financial positions. (Essential)
* Qualifications – CCAB or equivalent part‑qualified status, or significant experience in a management accounting role. (Essential)
* Communication – ability to translate complex financial data into plain English for non‑finance stakeholders. (Essential)
* Sector Knowledge – experience within the Higher Education sector or knowledge of e5/Business Objects. (Desirable)
Location
Based at our Headington campus in the Buckley Building. The role is Agile, typically requiring a 50/50 split between home and office to ensure team collaboration while supporting work‑life balance.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday (rising with service) plus 8 Bank Holidays and approximately 5 University concessionary days per year.
* Hybrid working support and provision of necessary equipment.
* Competitive local government pension scheme with a 19.2% employer contribution.
* Financial education, employee assistance helpline and comprehensive well‑being support.
* Access to discounted rates for University sports & gym facilities, Brookes on‑site nursery, discounted travel options, TOTUM card discount scheme, relocation scheme (for moves over 30 miles), training and development opportunities, and a connected community of staff networks.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background. As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.
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