Divisional Financial Controller

CompanyUniversity of Oxford

LocationOxford, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/12/2026

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Description

Lead the Financial Future of the University of Oxford’s Iconic Estate

Role: Divisional Financial Controller, Estates Services

Reporting into: Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, (matrix reporting to the Director of Estates Services)

Location: Oxford

Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid

The University of Oxford is seeking a strategic and collaborative financial leader to join our Estates Services team. As Divisional Financial Controller (DFC), you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial governance, management and planning of a large and diverse estate – supporting a world-class academic environment.

As Divisional Financial Controller, you will:

Lead the financial strategy, governance, and planning for Estates Services, establishing finance as a key, critical function across the division and its operations
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, including the Director of Estates Services and University committees, which also acting as the key liaison between Estates Services and the central University Finance Division

Drive a culture of financial sustainability and risk management across a diverse portfolio of projects

Implement robust changes to fully integrate the finance function into the divisional hierarchy following completion of a divisional annual review

Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and capital project accounting for an estate undertaking significant major capital projects, ongoing minor works, and continued maintenance works

Lead a stable, divisional finance resource comprised of three teams encompassing capital projects, management accounts, and transactions

What we’re looking for:

CCAB/CIMA qualification (or equivalent)
Extensive post-qualification experience in strategic financial control, estates finance, and capital projects
Strong robust leadership, adept at forging strong relationships, clear lines of communication, and direction in change-management
Ability to thrive in a complex, intellectually demanding environment

Why join Oxford?

You’ll be part of a world-leading institution that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. In addition to a competitive salary, additional outstanding benefits include:

38 days’ paid holiday
Generous pension schemes
Professional development opportunities
A suite of additional benefits and optional schemes

This is your chance to make a lasting impact on the University’s estate strategy and contribute to its world-class mission.

For more information about this role and a candidate information pack, please visit https://oxford.mcleanpartnership.com or contact Caius Freeman on 07517 950 934