University Sector Your new company This senior finance role is responsible for overseeing the university''s strategic financial planning and reporting processes. It includes leading on key financial cycles, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting institutional decision-making through the provision of timely and accurate financial insights.The position also involves managing a multi-disciplinary finance team across core functions such as financial operations, systems, and reporting. A key aspect of the role includes contributing to major institutional projects, including collaborative initiatives with external partners, and supporting complex financial integration and planning activities.Your new role Strategic Financial Planning: Ability to lead long-term financial planning and budgeting processes in a complex organisation.Regulatory Compliance: Strong understanding of sector-specific financial reporting requirements (e.g. OFS, TRAC).Financial Reporting and Analysis: Expertise in preparing financial statements, forecasts, and presenting to senior governance bodies.Audit and Assurance: Experience managing external audits and year-end processes.Leadership and Team Management: Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing finance teams across multiple functions.Project Management: Skilled in managing large-scale financial projects, including mergers, due diligence, and systems integration.Stakeholder Engagement: Confident communicator with the abil