Finance Assistant

Salary:
Band 3 - £15,969 (FTE £26,615) gross per annum

Hours:

Part time - 22.2 hours per week

Contract Type:
Fixed Term - 12 month contract

Closing date: 2nd of November, 2026

Arts University Plymouth is looking for a dedicated and organised Finance Assistant to join our university’s finance team, on a fixed-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys numbers, accuracy, and supporting financial operations in a busy and dynamic environment. You’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of our day-to-day finance functions, working closely with colleagues to maintain accurate financial information and meet key reporting deadlines.

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, detail-focused and enjoys working as part of a small team.

You will be:

Experienced in finance administration

Able to use the Google Suite, databases such as Excel, manage emails and ideal have experience in accounting systems

Confident working in busy office environments with the skills to prioritise to meet deadlines

A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with customers, suppliers, students and staff at all levels.

Focused on accuracy, attention to detail and integrity, demonstrating flexibility, the ability to multitask, and an approachable, helpful manner.

As Finance Assistant, you will:

process invoices, maintain financial records, assist with reconciliations, and support budget tracking.

work closely with the Assistant Accountant and wider finance team, ensuring all activity is compliant with financial controls and audit requirements.

deal with queries regarding card payments, process card payments into the finance system, and complete reconciliation

ensure timely and correct processing of Accounts Payable payments, reconciliation of supplier statements and the associated General Ledger reconciliations.

15 (FTE 25) days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, and closure efficiency days

Access to a supportive, extensive Employee Assistance Programme including 10 sessions of counselling, Menopause support, Life & Leadership Coaching, Legal Advice, and Financial Coaching

Enrolment onto a generous Local Government scheme, subject to scheme eligibility

Additional benefits such as a cycle to work scheme, discounted bus tickets, education sector retail offers, local gym discounts, and a staff discount site with savings of up to 10% on the high street

Please refer to the role profile for more information. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). To find out more about our award-winning independent arts university, what makes us special and why Plymouth provides a spectacular backdrop for our creative community; check out our ‘working here’ pages  .

If you are interested in the role and would like to find out more, please feel free to contact Tasha Deacon, Head of Finance on

The successful candidate will be willing to contribute to our ambitions and international profile as an innovative, sustainable and inclusive arts university.