Accounts Assistant: Finance & Purchasing Support

Cambridge University Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at the University of Cambridge is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support a busy finance team. The post holder will administer accounts and maintain financial records, contributing to departmental finances.

Responsibilities include processing about 4500 invoices per year (£2M total), managing grants of £6M, and purchasing up to £5,000. The role requires A-Levels (or equivalent) and progress toward an AAT, with strong ICT skills and

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Levels or equivalent.
• Working towards an AAT qualification is expected.
• Experience in an Accounts environment is desirable.
• Familiarity with Finance/Accounts Administration concepts.

Responsibilities

• Administer accounts and maintain financial records for departmental finances.
• Provide largely autonomous accounting and purchasing service.
• Process about 4,500 invoices per annum (£2M total) and manage grants (£6M).
• Purchase responsibilities up to £5,000 and perform cash management, journal transfers, and accounting reports.
• Provide Stores cover during absences and assist with ordering via the online system and receipting goods.
• Communicate effectively at all levels and maintain high accuracy under deadlines.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Reporting tools

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

A-Levels

AAT in progress

Job description

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at the University of Cambridge is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support a busy finance team. The post holder will administer accounts and maintain financial records, contributing to departmental finances.

Responsibilities include processing about 4500 invoices per year (£2M total), managing grants of £6M, and purchasing up to £5,000. The role requires A-Levels (or equivalent) and progress toward an AAT, with strong ICT skills and