Finance Business Partner

Management Accounting

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Business Finance team at Aston University. The team is responsible for all aspects of finance business partnering including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and management information reporting within Colleges, Corporate and Commercial areas. By providing a comprehensive partnering function and financial overview, the team is well positioned to support strategic decision making across the organisation.

This is a varied role, and you will contribute to a number of key areas across the team. This will include leading the day-to-day budgeting and forecasting across the budget areas, completing month-end and year-end processes, completing external returns as well as management reporting.

The successful candidate will have relevant finance partnering experience and possess a recognised professional accountancy qualification. Excellent teamwork and communication skills, along with an enthusiasm and willingness to contribute to the development of the wider team are essential.

What we offer:

• Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Hybrid working is possible for this role, which means working both on campus and from home depending on the activity. Further information on hybrid working can be found here.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family-friendly policies.
• On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

The salary and job description for this role are likely to meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. Please see the Home Office Guidance: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job

Further details:
Job Details
University Information

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We recognise the value of flexible working.  Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk