Senior Finance Officer

<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p></p><div><strong>About the role</strong></div><br> <div>We have an exciting opportunity to join the Finance &amp; Grants team in the Department of Paediatrics as our Senior Finance Officer.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>You will play an important role in the contribution of processing support for management accounts, ensuring strong financial controls are maintained through monthly compliance tasks. You will support the team and foster a &#8220;right first time&#8221; culture whilst looking to improve efficiency and striving for continuous improvement.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>You will be working in a growing department within the Medical Sciences Division. The Department of Paediatrics is a world leader in child health research and hosts internationally renowned research programmes in drug development, gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging, neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially for 2 years. Part-time applications may be considered.</div><br> <div><strong>About you</strong></div><br> <div>You will possess a high level of numerical accuracy and have a flexible, &#8216;can do&#8217; attitude with a strong commitment to customer service. You will have the ability to produce a consistently high standard of work, with particular evidence of ability to work accurately with attention to detail. You will hold an AAT or similar level qualification, and be studying towards or willing to study towards ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>Previous experience of using ORACLE Financials is desirable along with an understanding of budgets and forecasts.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div><strong>Application Process</strong></div><br> <div>You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/cv-and-supporting-statement">here</a> for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>To discuss the post in more detail, please contact Emily Davis, the Finance Manager, using the contact details below.&#160;</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>Only online applications received before 12.00 midday on 19th June 2024 will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.</div> </div>