Accounts Assistant

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Cambridge is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support financial administration at the Fitzwilliam Museum and Hamilton Kerr Institute. Key responsibilities include maintaining financial records, processing invoices, and providing guidance on financial procedures. The successful candidate should possess strong finance knowledge and excellent communication skills. This position offers a hybrid working model, promoting both in-person collaboration and remote work requirements. Apply by 18th January 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounts environment.
• Strong knowledge of finance principles.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant accounts software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for the Museum and HKI.
• Process invoices and payments in accordance with financial policies.
• Provide guidance and support on financial procedures to staff and stakeholders.

Skills

Experience in an accounts environment

Strong knowledge of finance principles

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant accounts software

Job description

About the Fitzwilliam Museum and Hamilton Kerr Institute

The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures. As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, it acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world‑class exhibitions, award‑winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.

Role Overview

The role of Accounts Assistant supports the financial administration of the Museum and the Hamilton Kerr Institute, maintaining accurate financial records, processing invoices and payments, and providing guidance on financial procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for the Museum and HKI.
• Process invoices and payments in accordance with financial policies.
• Provide guidance and support on financial procedures to staff and stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience in an accounts environment.
• Strong knowledge of finance principles.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant accounts software.

Working Arrangements

To support staff to thrive both professionally and personally, we have adopted a system of hybrid working, allowing staff to split their time between in‑person collaboration and remote working.

Pre‑Employment Checks

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic criminal records check and a security check.

Application Process

Click the ‘Apply’ button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. Closing date for applications: 18th January 2026. Interviews for the role will be held week commencing 26th January 2026. Please quote reference DA48248 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.