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Head of Finance/ Financial Controller/ Finance Director, Oxford
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Client:
Page Personnel
Location:
Oxford, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
29.06.2025
Expiry Date:
13.08.2025
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Job Description:
* Fulltime, 6 month contract, 2 days in the office in Oxford
* £60,000 - £64,000 + pension and 35 days annual leave
About Our Client
Michael Page are proud to be partnering with the University of Oxford to help them recruit a Head of Finance on a 6 month fixed term contract. Offering hybrid working ( 3 days from home) a generous salary up to £64,000 + University Pension and 35 days holiday ( pro rata)
Job Description
The Head of Finance is responsible for the following:Management Accounting & Budgeting
* Lead the team of 2 in delivering management accounting support across a range of legal entities and joint ventures.
* Monitor financial performance against budgets, explain significant variances, and recommend corrective actions.
* Support forward planning and budgeting for these entities, providing financial advice to senior management.
* Work with Company Secretaries to ensure Boards are fully informed on financial matters, including preparing papers and recommendations for Board approval.
* Oversee the preparation of annual financial statements for assigned entities.
* Coordinate audits, act as the main point of contact for auditors, and ensure timely resolution of any issues raised.
Group Reporting
* Provide required financial data for group consolidation on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
* Make adjustments to align with relevant reporting standards and support reconciliation of intercompany balances.
Tax Compliance
* Ensure VAT submissions are accurate and submitted on time.
* Prepare draft corporation tax returns and liaise with tax teams for review.
* Monitor commercial activity for tax reporting accuracy and lead related communications and training.
Process Oversight & Compliance
* Ensure all responsible entities comply with internal financial regulations.
* Establish financial systems and processes for new legal entities and joint ventures.
* Oversee daily processing activities, review junior team members' work, and provide guidance and training as needed.
The Successful Applicant
This role would suit a qualified accountant who has worked for a large bluechip or complex organisation as Financial Controller, Divisional Finance Director or Head of Finance.
* Experience gained in a large business in the private/ public sector is essential.
* Fully qualified Accountant ( ACCA, CIMA, ACA) is essential.
* Team management experience is essential.
* This position offers hybrid working - 2 days office, 3 from home.
* Located in central Oxford candidates will need to be able to commute by Train or Park & Ride as parking is not available.
What's on Offer
* Contract position role, salary £60,000 - £63,000 + amazing pension and generous annual leave.
* 6 month contract
* Heart of central Oxford
* hybrid working, 2 days in the office, 3 days from home
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