Part Time Head of Finance and HR

A part time and qualified accountant is needed for a Head of Finance position for a new role in Central Oxford

Your new company

My client is a Permanent Private Hall of the University of Oxford, and an Anglican theological college in the evangelical tradition, committed to excellence in teaching and research, thereby making a significant contribution to the intellectual life of the University and the wider society. Our mission is to be a centre for the renewal of Christian prayer, character, preaching and thinking. We have about 110 students, of whom around 40% are Church of England ordinands. Students study for undergraduate and graduate qualifications, from the certificate to doctoral level, and come from a wide range of backgrounds. We are committed to expanding that range.

Your new role

The Head of Finance and HR will manage a small team involved in finance related activities and be involved in the financial aspects of all key strategic issues. This is not the role for a back-room number-cruncher but rather a collaborative business led professional who wants to develop and shape their own career and contributions.

A wide-ranging post, it requires intelligence, experience, accuracy, pragmatism and clarity. The role offers an exciting opportunity to interact with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and to shape the overall effectiveness of the Hall.

What you'll need to succeed

Essential:
* Strong financial skills
* Accountancy Qualification
* Evidence of Leadership in previous role(s) and of managing a team
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to operate at strategic level, as well as to deal with detail as required.
* Ability to analyse and compile data and produce well-argued and well-presented recommendations.
* Ability to relate to multiple stakeholder groups (Academics, Clergy, Students, support staff, Trustees etc) with ease.
* Educated to degree level.
* Sympathetic to the vision, mission, and values of the Hall

Desirable:
* HR responsibility and/or professional HR qualification
* Experience of working in a financial management role in a Church or University setting
* Maturity to deal as equals with senior individuals in the university, in the Church of England and elsewhere.

What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.

Remuneration
This post is offered subject to the satisfactory completion of a 6-month probationary period and the capability and disciplinary provisions set out in the employee handbook. The salary is between £46,000 and £52,000 FTE per annum depending on experience.
Pension - My client will contribute an amount equal to 10% of salary to a Group Personal Pension Scheme.
Working hours - This is a part-time post for at least 3 days per week.
Holidays - Initially, on an FTE basis, 25 days per annum, rising to 30 days per annum after 5 years with public holidays in addition which may needed to be taken in university vacations should they fall in term time.
Meals in Hall - The role holder will be entitled to free meals in Hall during working hours when the kitchen is operational.

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