Director of Finance

Who we’re looking for:

We are seeking an experienced, qualified finance professional to join our University Leadership Group as Director of Finance. You will be a CCAB-qualified accountant with substantial senior-level financial management experience, excellent analytical skills and the ability to influence stakeholders across a complex organisation. This is an outstanding opportunity for a strategic, operational and collaborative leader who is passionate about delivering robust financial stewardship while supporting the University's ambitious Marjon 2030 vision.

What you’d be doing:

As Director of Finance, in collaboration with the Chief Finance & Operating Officer you will lead and manage the University's finance function, providing strategic and operational financial leadership that supports the delivery of Marjon 2030. Working closely with academic and professional service leaders, you will drive continuous improvement, enhance financial processes and lead the development of a high-performing finance team. You will be responsible for financial accounting, statutory reporting, budgeting, forecasting, procurement oversight, tax compliance, insurance arrangements and the production of accurate financial information to inform decision-making across the University.

You’ll need to enjoy:

• Leading and developing people: motivating teams, building capability and creating a culture of continuous improvement.
• Using data to make decisions: analysing complex financial information and translating it into meaningful insights.
• Building relationships and influencing others: collaborating effectively with senior leaders, external partners and stakeholders.
• Driving change: identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and financial performance across the University.
• Working to your values: we care about how people behave as well as what they achieve.

Where you’ll work:

In this role, you’ll be based in the Finance team, on our green campus in the north of Plymouth.

Our current hybrid working policy means you can work from home or on campus, but you will need to maintain strong campus links and be available on-site when needed.

Application Process:

To apply for the position, please click the ‘apply online’ button below and provide a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, and experience sections of the job description.

Key Dates:

Closing date: Sunday 09 August 2026 (at 11:59pm)

Interview date: Week Commencing 24 August 2026

Supporting our people:

At Marjon, we are firmly committed to supporting every member of staff who works for us. We’re big believers in the importance of work/life balance. Many of our employees work flexibly and they are able to apply for parental leave and time off for dependants

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, reflecting our strong commitment to inclusion. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Karl Smith, Chief Finance & Operating Officer at ksmith@marjon.ac.uk

We are currently unable to offer sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route for this position. We therefore welcome applications from candidates who already have the right to work in the UK. This includes individuals on alternative visa routes that permit employment, such as the Graduate visa.

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