Assistant Director - Finance

Our Client

Mackie Myers is thrilled to be partnering with Boston University Global Programmes – Study Abroad in the search for their Assistant Director - Finance.

Boston University Study Abroad is a division of Boston University Global Programs and is responsible for developing and providing opportunities for study around the world. BU Study Abroad offers students from Boston University and many other colleges and universities 200+ programs, 30+ cities, and 20+ countries. Boston University was one of the first universities in the United States to send students abroad, and the first university to offer study abroad internship opportunities on several continents. The range of subjects covered includes Advertising and PR, Computer Science, Film, Radio, Journalism, Mathematics and Statistics, and Psychology and Health Sciences.

The mission of Boston University Study Abroad is to offer excellent, innovative, and diverse cross-cultural learning experiences for all students. The study abroad programs cultivate the intellectual, professional, and personal qualities necessary for success in an increasingly interconnected world.

The Role

Reporting to the Director, Boston University Study Abroad – London Programmes, you will be responsible for the financial oversight of Boston University’s London Study Abroad operations. As a key member of the Study Abroad London Director’s Executive Group, you will be contributing towards the transformative educational experiences on offer. You will need to be a proactive team member, consistently seeking out opportunities for change and continuous improvement.

Main Duties

• In close collaboration with the London Director, and Global Programs management, oversee the ongoing financial operations for the London Study Abroad site including, but not limited to:
  • Internal financial accounting
  • Financial reporting and monthly reconciliations
  • Budget development and ongoing monitoring
  • Local payroll including tax withholdings and pension payments
  • Banking
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Accounts payable
• Implement and keep up to date systems and controls to ensure proper use of program funds.
• Work closely with Global Programs, Finance & Operations team, analyse London-based financial operations and provide budget models to aid in the strategic decision making with respect to new and existing programs and facilities.
• Monitor budgets on a regular basis and provide regular financial reports to the London Director and to Global Programs management.
• Directly supervise a Finance Business Partner. Mentor, train, delegate and as needed review work.
• Collaborate with the Associate Director, Human Resources to help manage the administrative and human resource functions of the London Study Abroad site, especially as it relates to onboarding, offboarding, payroll and benefits.
• Collaborate with Global Programs, Finance & Operations team to help oversee the regulatory, audit and filing requirements for University owned entities registered in the UK.

What's On Offer:

• Salary: £57,600 – £65,600
• Contract type: Full-time, Permanent. The role will be based at the London office (Gloucester Road). Flexible working opportunities are available for this position
• Annual leave: 28 days including public holidays plus concessionary days mid-August and Christmas
• Benefits: Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Critical Illness, enhanced pension contributions, MediCash Health Plan, Perks at work and Discounts for Teachers discount schemes, complimentary drinks and snacks