Working in a students’ union is a unique experience where a collection of like-minded individuals come together to champion students’ interests. If you’re passionate about being part of an organisation that challenges the status quo to deliver real change and unforgettable experiences, you’ve come to the right place. Whether it’s offering helpful advice on that niggling academic issue, campaigning for changes on campus, or laying on great events and extracurricular opportunities, we cover a lot of bases.

The purpose of the Finance Manager role is to be responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, providing financial insights to support the decision-making process and relevant reporting for the organisation, implementing controls, policies and procedures as required. Alongside the Head of Finance & Resources, to provide strategic advice to the Board of Trustees regarding the long-term future of the organisation. In addition, to provide engaging leadership to the finance team and wider organisation, as an integral member of the Management Team.

The role will make a significant contribution to the overall strategic success of the organisation, by working with the Management Team to lead the Union. In particular, the Finance Manager will ensure the effective use of financial resources across all teams, enabling strategic focus in the right areas.

Job Title: Finance Manager

Department: Finance

Team: Finance & Resources

Responsible to: Head of Finance and Resources

Responsible for: Circa 3 members of permanent staff via a combination of direct and matrix line management

Contract type: Permanent

Hours of work: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, hours can be arranged in line with RHSU’s flexible working approach and to suit the needs of the organisation.

Grade and salary range: 8, £49, 511 - £55,267, with candidates expected to start at the beginning of the salary grade.

Closing date: Sunday 2nd March 2025

Interview stage 1: Week commencing 10th March 2025

Interview stage 2 (and presentation): Week commencing 17th March 2025