Financial Analyst (Faculty) (Internal)

**Open to Internal applications only**

We’re looking for a detail‑focused and analytically minded colleague to join our Finance, Planning and Data Insight team. This role supports high‑quality financial planning, reporting and insight across the faculty.

About the role

You will

• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Develop and maintain financial models to inform decision‑making.
• Analyse variances, identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Lead on maintaining faculty cost codes, including set‑up and closure.
• Oversee scholarships and Bench fees, ensuring accurate forecasts and correct processing of income and expenditure.
• Lead month‑end processes and support year‑end activity.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures and controls.

About you

You will bring

• AAT qualification (or studying towards) or equivalent workplace experience.
• Experience in financial administration or accounting support.
• Knowledge of accounting systems and core financial processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong Excel/IT skills.
• Confidence interpreting, analysing and presenting financial information.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively with colleagues.

Optional experience includes financial analysis, budgeting or forecasting, financial modelling skills, or experience in a higher‑education or complex organisation.

At Level 3 in the Operational Delivery job family, you will demonstrate strong communication, problem‑solving, service improvement, effective planning and a commitment to learning and sharing expertise.

How to Apply

Please complete the attached application form and send to resourcing@essex.ac.uk before the closing date of 29 October 2026 (23:59, UK time).

To support this commitment we have our Global Forum, a staff-led network that promotes and celebrates the rich cultural diversity among Essex staff, and our Colchester campus based Faith Centre, which hosts regular services, meetings and events organised by our chaplains and faith representatives. For more information see: https://www.essex.ac.uk/life/student-facilities/religion-and-faith 

Please see the attached job pack, which contains a full job description and person specification, which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application. Applications should be made on-line, but if you would like advice or help in making an application, or need information in a different format, please email the Resourcing Team ( resourcing@essex.ac.uk).

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