Department The University is seeking to recruit a qualified Accountant on a fixed term basis to join our energetic and dynamic team. The role will be at the heart of Finance Business Partnering within the University working directly with Academic colleagues, supported by a well-established Finance team structure. You will receive full support and training on University systems, and have the opportunity to participate in exciting projects as part of our continual improvement process. As one of the UK’s leading higher education institutions, these roles offer a first-rate working environment and excellent career opportunity, whilst benefiting from a campus based community environment. About the role You will be responsible for financial partnering and support services to a range of Academic departments, primarily in the Arts and Humanities Faculty but also supporting all University departments through financial processes, responsibilities as a minimum include: Financial forecasting, quarterly in-year and longer term (including cash flow and depreciation) Challenging assumptions where appropriate Business planning and advice Financial regulation compliance advice Skills, Experience & Qualification needed You will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to build a network of key contacts across the University, and be a team player with a drive to get things right the first time. You will have the ability to both interpret and manipulate data to provide management information of a high standard, and be comfortable using an array of accounting software tools Experience in higher education is not a prerequisite and we’re interested in hearing from candidates outside of the sector. Part time working patterns at 80% may be considered for this role. The University is currently working to a mixed home and campus based working model, with a minimum of two days spent on campus. Appropriate IT equipment will be provided to facilitate this working arrangement. Interview date: TBC For informal enquiries: If you would like to discuss the role informally, please contact Richard Walker, Finance Manager: r.walker@york.ac.uk Condition of employment This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Consequently, all applicants will be asked to declare both unspent and spent convictions on their application form. Appointment of the successful candidate will be conditional on a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University. We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. EqualityatYork As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum (essential) criteria for each position will be offered an interview. Read more about the University of York’s commitments under the Disability Confident scheme .