University of Reading Hiring for Finance Planning & Strategy Analyst Job at Reading, England Full Time

Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience of budgeting and monitoring in a complex organisation? We are looking for a Finance Planning & Strategy Analyst to join our team at The University of Reading, a global university that enjoys a world class reputation for teaching, research and enterprise.

The successful candidate will have strong reporting and forecasting skills, with experience in working within a large complex organisation, commercial or not for profit. You will work with the academic Schools to assist in delivering the School and University strategy. This role provides analytical information and support to the Finance Business Partners (FBP).

You will have:

• Solid background in financial analysis or management accounting
• experience of monthly accounts preparation and production of complex budgets
• excellent numeric and reporting skills with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• strong, clear and concise communication skills
• confidence to challenge existing processes and recommend process improvements where necessary
• skills to provide analytical advice and support to senior management

Interview Date: 14/02/2023

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants should ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement under the PBS. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.