Finance Assistant

The successful candidate will primarily support the AP Accounts Payable and expense processing function within the Physics Department. Other responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, carrying out financial management and reporting activities on both general ledger accounts and research grants; provide financial advice to budget holders; assist with month‑end, half year‑end and year‑end processes; ensure recharges and expenses are processed in a timely manner;

contribute to the review of financial processes and procedures to ensure compliance with the University’s Financial Regulations and cover for other Finance staff when required.

The ideal candidate will be educated to GCSE level (or equivalent qualification) in Maths and English; and have experience in an accounts‑based role, with use of accountancy software packages and relevant reporting tools. You will have intermediate to advanced Excel skills in data manipulation and the presentation of financial information, good numerical problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, as well as accuracy and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

The Department of Physics is looking for a Finance Assistant to join their friendly team during an exciting period. The Department has recently taken occupancy of its new, state‑of‑the‑art, research facility, the Ray Dolby Centre. We are based on the West Cambridge site and the role supports the finance administration needs of the Department of Physics.

In return we offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement (36 days inclusive of bank holidays), a wide range of competitive benefits known as CAMbens, family friendly policies to help maintain the work‑life balance as well as development opportunities.