Senior Financial Assurance Analyst

Finance Division

We are seeking an experienced and strategically minded Senior Financial Assurance Analyst to join the University of Oxford’s Finance Division. This critical role combines risk management, financial assurance, data analytics and people leadership to help ensure financial integrity and sound governance at one of the world’s most prestigious universities.

Location: Great Clarendon Street, Oxford with the option of some hybrid/remote working

Salary: Grade 8: £48,235 - £57,255 per annum

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.

Integral to the University, the Finance Division aims to enable world-class research and education by collaborating on sound financial strategy to provide long-term resources, underpinned by excellent operational and professional services. For more information please visit: https://finance.admin.ox.ac.uk/

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.

• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.

• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.

• An excellent contributory pension scheme.

• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.

• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to engage with cross-functional initiatives aimed at safeguarding the organisation's financial resources. You will also need to be able to talk credibly to a range of stakeholders, and provide line management and professional leadership to two Financial Assurance Analysts.

You will be part of the second line reporting on key financial controls and other areas of financial compliance, and will work closely with both the University’s Finance Division and Assurance Directorate to deliver reporting to the University’s Audit & Scrutiny Committee.

About You

• A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

• Significant experience in financial assurance, audit or risk management in complex organisations.

• Strong analytical and data visualisation skills.

• Proven experience leading or managing a team.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• High ethical standards, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Experience in higher education or familiarity with systems like Oracle, SAP, or Insight4GRC is an advantage.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution.

Sponsorship and Right To Work

This role meets the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. The University will meet the cost of the Skilled Worker visa and NHS surcharge for applicants that require a visa.

Please let us know in your application if you require sponsorship.

Application Process

You may apply via this post, selected candidates will then be invited to apply via our main website

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 6th July

Interviews will take place on 19th July and will be held in person in Oxford