Finance Analyst – Corporate
| Posting date: | 29 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,236 to £36,636 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 September 2025 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Aston University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0649-25 |
Summary
Are you ready to launch your career in financial accounting within a dynamic and forward-thinking university setting? This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Corporate Finance team—an integral part of the University’s Finance Department—where your growth and development are actively supported.
We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual who’s eager to gain broad experience across financial accounting and progress toward a professional accounting qualification. This role is ideal for someone with ambition, curiosity, and a desire to make a meaningful contribution.
What you'll be doing?
Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations
Assisting with external financial returns submissions
Contributing to management and statutory reporting
Working with Agresso, our financial system, to analyse and interpret financial data
Why join us?
Career progression: Clear succession opportunities and support for professional qualifications
Flexible working: Dynamic working model (60% in the office and 40% remote working) with a modern, collaborative office space in central Birmingham
Inclusive culture: Be part of a supportive, high-performing team that values initiative and continuous improvement
Tech-forward environment: Use Microsoft Office, bespoke financial systems and emerging business technologies to drive data-led decisions
What we're looking for
A diligent, efficient team player who can also work independently
Someone with a hands-on approach and excellent communication skills
Strong technical skills in Microsoft products and a willingness to learn new systems
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines with confidence
This is more than just a job—it’s a stepping stone to a rewarding career in finance. If you’re ready to grow, contribute, and thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
For informal enquiries about this position, you can contact Annalee Russell (Financial Accounting and Reporting Manager) a.russell3@aston.ac.uk.
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.
Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual who’s eager to gain broad experience across financial accounting and progress toward a professional accounting qualification. This role is ideal for someone with ambition, curiosity, and a desire to make a meaningful contribution.
What you'll be doing?
Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations
Assisting with external financial returns submissions
Contributing to management and statutory reporting
Working with Agresso, our financial system, to analyse and interpret financial data
Why join us?
Career progression: Clear succession opportunities and support for professional qualifications
Flexible working: Dynamic working model (60% in the office and 40% remote working) with a modern, collaborative office space in central Birmingham
Inclusive culture: Be part of a supportive, high-performing team that values initiative and continuous improvement
Tech-forward environment: Use Microsoft Office, bespoke financial systems and emerging business technologies to drive data-led decisions
What we're looking for
A diligent, efficient team player who can also work independently
Someone with a hands-on approach and excellent communication skills
Strong technical skills in Microsoft products and a willingness to learn new systems
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines with confidence
This is more than just a job—it’s a stepping stone to a rewarding career in finance. If you’re ready to grow, contribute, and thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
For informal enquiries about this position, you can contact Annalee Russell (Financial Accounting and Reporting Manager) a.russell3@aston.ac.uk.
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.
Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.