Financial Controller
Job Description
Job title: Financial Controller
Company: St John’s College, Durham University
Job description: St. John’s College
St John’s College is one of the smallest Durham colleges, renowned for our welcoming atmosphere. Founded in 1909 and set in a series of beautiful, listed buildings in the heart of Durham city, our community enjoys stunning views of Durham Cathedral and boasts gardens and lawns stretching down to the River Wear.
Each year, from about 850 student, we have around 280 resident in the College, undergraduates and postgraduates studying for degrees at Durham University, as well as students of Cranmer Hall, a theological College within St John’s.
The College has a degree of independence within the University, both financially and in its governance, meaning that we have the freedom to do things a little differently. Throughout the year, the College’s Christian ethos translates into generous hospitality and interdisciplinary endeavour. All our different staff teams work closely together with our students to create the unique John’s experience.
The Role
Financial Controller
Reporting to the Finance and Operations Director, the Financial Controller will have day-to-day responsibility for the management of the College’s financial resources and lead the College’s finance team.
The Financial Controller will assist the Director of Finance and Operations in the core areas of Financial Management & Accounting, Reporting & Compliance and Continuous Improvement.
This role is responsible for supporting a comprehensive budget and financial planning service, which includes preparing and presenting management accounts, annual budgets, and statutory accounts. The role will provide direct line management of the Finance team as well as reporting to the executive and governing bodies.
The role offers the opportunity to serve as part of a supportive team, a friendly staff and student community, a College with a strong sense of vocation and over 8000 Alumni. The role also offers the opportunity for some flexible working including a proportion of home working by mutual agreement.
Closing date 9th February 2024 (midday)
Anticipated Interview date 21st February 2024
Your Applications
Thank you for your interest.
Your application for this post should include:
- Letter of application, indicating fulfilment of the criteria listed in the person specification
- Current CV
- Details of three referees, including current or most recent line manger
Applications should be submitted by email to
For an informal telephone conversation about the role please arrange via email
This role is subject to the successful applicant providing proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
The deadline for applications is 1200 noon 9th February 2024.
Interviews are expected to be held on 21st February 2024.
£54,400 (Whole Time Equivalent) per annum
Expected salary: £54400 per year
Location: Durham
