Job Description

1.0FTE, 37 hours per week





This is a hybrid role and the successful candidate will be expected to work 2-3 days a week on campus. The post holder may be based at any premises the University occupies and may be required to work at any University site or any other reasonable location where the University is undertaking its business.





An exciting and interesting opportunity has arisen within the Finance and Commercial Department at the University of Gloucestershire for an experienced Financial Operations Manager with recent relevant experience in managing an Income or credit control team.





The University Finance team is committed to delivering a high-quality service supporting the University in achieving its strategic goals to be financially sustainable and responsible. We are looking for an experienced, Financial Operations Manager with excellent communication skills who shares our aspirations and wants to make a real difference in this challenging role





This is a key role within the University and is located within the Financial Operations Team which is responsible for the collection of all student fees and payment of all supplier invoices whilst ensuring robust financial controls are maintained and adhered to.





You will be primarily responsible for managing both the Income Team and Purchase Ledger team and the day-to-day operational administration of the sales and purchase ledger and online payment pathways. You will be responsible for debtor and creditor month end reporting, financial controls and reconciliations. Analysing the debtor balances and identifying strategies to ensure debtor KPI's are achieved. You will liaise with students and staff regarding queries on their accounts and make decisions on payment plans. You will work collaboratively with internal departments to ensure finance operational processes are understood and adhered to whilst driving through change and efficiencies at every opportunity. T

How to apply

To apply please click on APPLY at the bottom of this page, you will be asked to submit a CV and along with a Supporting Statement that addresses how you meet the essential criteria or alternatively complete the attached application form.

Contact details

If you would like further information about the role, please contact Annette Benson, Financial Controller; 01242 714049

Key dates

Closing date: 19th October 2025


Interview: 28th October 2025

To avoid disappointment please apply early, should we find a suitable candidate we will close the advert.

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The University is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff community and welcomes applications from currently under-represented sections of our workforce. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, guaranteeing an interview to everyone who meets the definition of disability set out in the Equality Act 2010 and the essential criteria contained within the person specification.