Head of Account Management – Oxford Brookes University

Based at our Headington Campus and reporting to the Deputy Director of Finance (Financial Analysis and Planning), the Head of Management Accounts will lead a team of 11 finance professionals to deliver accurate and timely management accounting services across the University. This role is pivotal in ensuring robust financial control, embedding process excellence, and supporting strategic decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the management accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Oversee monthly and year‑end reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Drive process improvements and standardisation across management accounting.
• Support strategic planning and budgeting processes, including 5‑year financial plans.
• Act as a senior advisor to budget holders, providing clear, actionable financial insights.
• Manage relationships with internal and external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with University Financial Regulations and best practice.

Required Skills

• CCAB qualified or equivalent, or qualified by experience.
• Significant senior‑level experience in management accounting, supporting large budgets (£50m+).
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Strong communication and influencing abilities with senior stakeholders.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Experience in the Higher Education sector.
• Knowledge of e5 ERP and Business Objects.

Location

Based at our Headington Campus, just one mile from Oxford city centre, you’ll enjoy a vibrant campus atmosphere and modern facilities. This role offers hybrid working, typically 1–2 days on campus per week.

Benefits

• Competitive local government pension scheme with 19.2% employer contribution.
• Minimum of 25 days holiday, rising with service, plus 8 Bank Holidays and ~5 university concessionary days.
• Discounted rates for University sports & gym facilities.
• Brookes on‑site nursery.
• Discounted travel options.
• Relocation scheme (for moves over 30 miles).
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee assistance helpline and comprehensive employee assistance programme.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles. We commit to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of background. As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

Position Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Management
• Industry: Higher Education