Finance Lead (Fixed Term)

The role

The Finance Lead is a key role within the Cambridge University Libraries and Archives Finance Team. You will lead a team of four and work closely with the Head of Finance, the Management Accountant, and stakeholders at all levels across both Cambridge University Libraries and Archives and the Finance Division of the University.

As Finance Lead you will

• Be a joint deputy to the Head of Finance, alongside the Management Accountant, in the areas of financial strategy, financial governance and management.
• Be responsible for managing the operational financial administration of Cambridge University Libraries and Archives.
• Ensure that financial data is accurate and reported on in a timely basis.
• In conjunction with Finance colleagues and our stakeholders, develop financial strategy in line with the Libraries and Archives' and University's strategic priorities.

What we are looking for

• An accountant with expertise in financial and accounting practice, and considerable financial acumen.
• A manager with experience of leading, motivating and training teams.
• A highly organised individual, who has the ability to communicate effectively at all levels within a complex organisation.

What we offer

• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
• Generous annual leave allowance of 41 days.
• Exceptional parental leave (including maternity, paternity / co-parent, adoption and shared parental leave).
• Discounts on major retailers.
• Professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships and access to a variety of training courses.

We welcome applications from internal or University candidates as a secondment. Please discuss with your line manager before applying.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

We particularly welcome applications from women and /or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department.

The post is initially available on a fixed term basis of 18 months.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check.