Head of Capital Projects Finance

Are you a strategic finance leader ready to lead high-impact financial strategy and reporting?

Join our expert Estates Finance team at the University of Oxford and take the lead on managing capital finances, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving transformation across a wide-ranging project portfolio.

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.

Estates Services plays a vital role in developing and managing the University’s complex estate, from iconic listed buildings to innovative research and teaching spaces. Our Capital Projects team oversees a substantial portfolio of capital investment and improvement programmes. As part of this, the Estates Finance function supports strategic decision-making, ensures robust financial governance, and leads transformation in how capital finances are managed and reported across the University.

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

As Head of Capital Projects Finance, you will be the senior lead for capital finance across the University’s estates portfolio. You will support the delivery of financial strategy and reporting, lead a high-performing team, and provide expert financial insight to senior stakeholders involved in major investment.

Working closely with the Director and Head of Capital Projects, you will build business cases, support investment decisions, and take the lead on consolidated financial planning and reporting. You’ll play a key role in strengthening our use of financial data, dashboards, and forecasting tools to enable better decision-making.

About You

We are looking for someone who can bring:

• A recognised accounting qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, ACA)
• Proven experience in capital management, management accounting, or financial planning
• Excellent communication and business partnering skills, with the ability to work confidently across senior leadership groups
• A strong grasp of technical accounting, reporting, and the ability to drive continuous improvement through data, systems, and transformation
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to support and develop a team

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 8 July 2025. However, this advert may close earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Interviews will take place on 17 July 2025, and will be held face-to-face.

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