The Role and the Department The Head of Financial Accounting is a pivotal senior leadership role within the Finance Department, reporting directly to the Director of Finance and playing a critical part in safeguarding the University''s financial integrity, regulatory compliance and reputation. As the University''s lead technical accounting expert, the postholder is responsible for leading the Financial Accounting function, encompassing financial reporting, treasury and cash management, balance sheet oversight, financial controls and the management of the external audit relationship. The role is fundamental to maintaining a robust financial control environment and ensuring compliance with all relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements, governance obligations and sector-specific reporting frameworks. As a member of the Finance Department Senior Leadership Team, the postholder provides strategic advice and expert guidance on complex accounting, financial governance and compliance matters, helping to support informed decision-making and effective risk management across the institution. The role is particularly important in a period of increasing regulatory scrutiny and significant change within the higher education sector. The postholder will lead the University''s response to evolving accounting and reporting requirements, ensuring the continued integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial information used for statutory reporting, regulatory submissions, ..... full job details .....