Grants Finance Manager

Grants & Finance Manager, Hybrid, £39,000 - £47.000 + Great Benefits Your new company This exciting new post has been created in response to the ongoing success in funding applications. Lead financial management across major research programmes, covering both pre- and post-award activity. Develop and refine financial processes to improve accuracy, efficiency and best practice. Support strategic planning through financial modelling and analysis of future funding opportunities. Advise programme teams on financial structures, set-up and processes for future funding bids. Manage financial reporting to funders and internal stakeholders. Oversee invoicing, income tracking and financial arrangements with external partners and colleges. Administer student funding, including stipends, hardship support and leave-related payments. Manage day-to-day financial operations, including procurement, expenses and accounts payable/receivable via SAP Concur. Extensive financial management experience within the higher education sector. Strong ability to prepare, manage and monitor complex budgets, forecasts and financial models. Proficiency with Oracle R12 Financials and advanced Excel skills. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to senior stakeholders. A proactive approach to improving financial processes and ensuring compliance with regulations. Experience of SAP Concur. Offers a 38day Annual Leave Generous pension scheme Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 from home Travel discounts include salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars and other discounts. Staff can access a huge range of personal and professional development opportunities. As part of our wellbeing offering, staff get free access to Health Assured, a confidential employee assistance programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year. Offers free use of the companies' social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Discounts to the fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. The Childcare Services team provides guidance and support on childcare provision, and offers a range of high-quality childcare options.