Key Responsibilities - Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies that support our research mission and long-term sustainability
- Oversee diverse funding portfolios including government grants, private foundations, corporate partnerships and international collaborations
- Partner with research leaders to structure, monitor, and optimise funding for multi-year, multi-disciplinary research programmes
- Ensure rigorous compliance with charity regulations, grant conditions, and international funding requirements
- Build and lead a high-performing finance team across multiple locations and functions
- Present to trustees, funders, government bodies, and research partners with confidence and clarity
- Drive digital transformation of financial systems to support our growing complexity and scale
What We're Looking For Essential: - Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Proven track record in complex organisations, ideally within not-for-profit, research, or higher education sectors
- Deep understanding of charity finance, grant accounting, and regulatory requirements
- Experience managing diverse funding streams and restricted funds
- Strong leadership capabilities with experience building and developing teams
- Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills
- Advanced stakeholder management and communication abilities
Desirable: - Experience with research funding bodies
- Knowledge of international finance and multi-currency operations
- Background in project finance or programme management
- Understanding of intellectual property and commercialisation processes
What We Offer - Excellent salary commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive benefits
- Work in one of the world's leading academic cities with excellent transport links to London
- Substantial budget for training, conferences, and career advancement
- Hybrid arrangements with modern, well-equipped offices in Oxford
- Generous pension scheme, healthcare, and additional perks
- Direct contribution to research that changes lives and advances human knowledge
- Access to Oxford's unparalleled network of researchers, universities, and innovation hubs
- Clear progression opportunities within our expanding organisation
