Department Senior Manager, Department of Accounting
3 weeks ago
About the Role
This critical role within the Academic Services team drives the achievement of strategic and operational objectives across teaching, research, and engagement activities. As a senior leader, you will mentor and develop a high-performing team, delivering effective operational and administrative support while managing departmental planning and resources in alignment with strategic priorities. Your understanding of departmental objectives and operational cycles will empower you to navigate complex challenges and optimize performance through strong stakeholder relationships. You will play a pivotal role in transforming strategies into actionable initiatives, ensuring the successful delivery of department and faculty-wide projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of the Department's strategic and operational plans across teaching, research, engagement, financial, workforce, and space requirements, while monitoring progress, evaluating outcomes, and making recommendations for improvement.
- Oversee the delivery of all Department-led services to enable high-quality teaching, research, and engagement activities, while working collaboratively across the Faculty and broader University to improve end-to-end systems and services.
- Advise the Head of Department on the impact and implications of changes to policies, procedures, and services, as well as planning and resource matters, while acting as a source of information, guidance, and advice for both academic and professional staff on these topics.
- Lead and develop professional staff to ensure outstanding operational performance while supporting and nurturing their growth through collaboration in communities of practice across the Faculty and the University.
- Contribute to all facets of the Department's service management, developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and acting as a key liaison for information exchange between the Department and Faculty teams.
About You
You operate with a flexible, problem-solving approach and sound judgment. You are capable of juggling daily operations with longer-term strategic goals, possessing determination, adaptability, and a high degree of self-motivation. Comfortable working independently and with minimal supervision, you can navigate ambiguity effectively. Your ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex information is teamed with a results-oriented mindset and a creative approach to problem-solving. Excellent interpersonal skills enable you to build strong relationships with team members and stakeholders, while your tact and patience ensure confidentiality is maintained.
Requirements
- A Postgraduate degree or a comparable blend of significant relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Proven experience in planning and managing operational delivery within a large, complex, and service-oriented environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in resource management, with a focus on financial and workforce planning to meet strategic and operational objectives. This encompasses skills in budget development, financial management, and cost control to fulfill both operational and strategic aims.
- Exceptional ability to exercise judgment, discretion, and initiative, while leveraging complex qualitative and quantitative data sources to inform operational decision-making and provide strategic advice.
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