Finance Quality Assurance Project Manager

We are looking for a Finance Quality Assurance Manager on a fixed term contract (1 year) to help us improve financial processes and upskill key members of staff on data quality.

This is a fantastic opportunity to enter a well-established and respected department. As Finance Quality Assurance Manager, you will be setting best practice and leading a temporary team of Finance Data Quality Officers to complete the historic Student account review. You will also be enhancing the accuracy of financial reporting to ensure transparency and reliability.

We are looking for candidates with a strong understanding of financial regulation and accounting standards, with proven ability to analyse financial data. The ideal candidate will also have experience in a finance HE sector role.

Please note: this position is a hybrid role, you will be working in Woking for two days per week.

As our Finance Quality Assurance Manager, you will:

• Develop, implement, and monitor financial policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure that the Finance Department adheres to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead internal financial audits and reviews to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Monitor financial data and perform regular checks to identify any irregularities or errors.
• Provide training and guidance to finance team members on quality assurance processes, financial regulations, and best practices.

We are looking for people who are/have:

• Proven ability to analyse financial data, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of financial integrity.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle challenging conversations professionally.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Benefits

On top of a competitive salary of £44,500, we provide a generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days, and there's a rewards package that includes:

• Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Training and Qualifications (including Course Sponsorship/Fee Discount).
• Season Ticket Loans and Student Discounts.

At The University of Law, you will work alongside other like-minded professionals who are passionate about driving innovation in higher education and delivering successful outcomes for our students.

Our Approach

We are committed to ensuring our workforce is reflective of our diverse student population, striving to increase the representation of age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background of our employees.

We're also committed to providing adjustments to those who may require support with the recruitment process - please contact the ULaw Talent Acquisition Team at .

Please note: For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link: Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK () . Please note we are not a licenced sponsor.

Some posts within the University are subject to a DBS check - you will be notified of this during the application process.