Department
Finance
Location
Ormskirk
Salary
£53,301 to £59,966 per annum
Permanent
Post Type
Full Time
Closing Date
Tuesday 25 August 2026
Reference
EHA0090-0826
We’re here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking finance leader to head our Finance Operations function.
As Head of Finance operations, you will play a key role in providing strategic and operational leadership across accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash processing, credit control and related finance systems, ensuring the delivery of an efficient, compliant and customer-focused service.
You will lead a high-performing team, driving service excellence, strong financial control, continuous improvement and finance transformation. Acting as the University's lead expert on transactional finance, you will oversee debt management, treasury processes, systems optimisation, compliance, policy development and stakeholder engagement across the institution.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting the University's strategic ambitions through innovation, operational excellence and effective financial stewardship.
As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.
While we welcome external interest, internal applications will be prioritised.
For informal enquiries about this vacancy, you may wish to contact: Christina Fitzpatrick, Deputy Director of Finance at
[email protected]
About You
As Head of Finance operations will have substantial experience leading finance operations within a complex organisation, with strong expertise in financial controls, systems, process improvement, regulatory compliance and people management. You will be an influential leader with excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding services.
At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Rewards & Benefits
A minimum of 39 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
About Us
At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.
Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.
Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.
Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.
