Head of Financial Reporting

The post of Head of Financial Reporting at the University of St Andrews is a critical role within the Finance department, that provides an opportunity to drive forward progress at an exciting time within the University. We havesuccessfully implemented Oracle Fusion, our new ERP system for Finance and this provides an excellent platform to continually improve how we deliver finance using modern technology to facilitate this as well as manage new changes in Financial Reporting Standards.  

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer, you will provide leadership and guidance for all aspects of corporate financial reporting and compliance across the University Group. You will also coordinate the relationship with the external auditors and any other bodies with the right to audit and/or inspect the University’s financial data. The Head of Financial Reporting will be responsible for the Financial Accounts section of the Finance department which comprises three members of staff with responsibility for all aspects of Financial Reporting.  

As the Head of Financial Reporting, you will be an experienced Financial Controller, ideally with a minimum of five years experience of working in a large complex organisation at this level. You will have experience of innovating to reduce the monthly reporting timetable and deliver efficiencies in the process whilst maintaining data quality and control. You will be an advocate of staff development and demonstrate strong leadership of the financial reporting function delivering financial expertise, monthly reporting and technical guidance to senior management. You will be a key senior member of the finance team.  

St Andrews offers more than just a place to work it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.  

Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Calli Hopkinson, email: findep@st-andrews.ac.uk , Tel: 01334 462582.

In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the Head of Financial Reporting includes:   

• Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)   
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions of 14.5%   
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance   
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services   
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel   
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme     
• 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.    

At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter.  

We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people 

Interview date: 16^th November 2026 

Please quote ref: AD2285LS

Job Description: AD2285LSFPs.pdf

Start date: As soon as possible

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