Bookkeeper

Rothamsted Research; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job description

Overview Of Role

Rothamsted Enterprises Ltd is at the forefront of agri-tech enterprises on the globally recognised Rothamsted campus. The business is now entering an exciting new phase of growth, at the heart of an expanding Rothamsted holistic campus vision.

We are looking for a qualified AAT level 3 Bookkeeper who will be critical to the success of this vision, supporting and working closely with the Accountant and the Financial Controller.

As part of our finance team, the Bookkeeper is the primary contact for the organisation's clients and suppliers, ensuring invoicing and purchasing processes operate smoothly and effectively.

The role holder will be responsible for undertaking a variety of financial administration tasks. They will work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure high standards of financial management are maintained within the business and be able to carry out the daily financial tasks required in operating a commercial business.

A successful candidate will have a good eye for detail, work as part of a team, and be able to prioritise their workload based on the needs of the business. An understanding of financial systems is desirable but not essential to the role; however, a candidate will require a good understanding of basic Microsoft Office systems, specifically Excel.

This is a full-time permanent position working 37 hours per week on site, attracting a salary of £31,000 per annum.

About The Company

Rothamsted Enterprises Ltd (REL) was founded in 2015 (formally RoCRE) by three key shareholders - Lawes Agriculture Trust, Rothamsted Research, and Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). The purpose of Rothamsted Enterprises is to attract innovative businesses in the world of Agri Tech onto the Harpenden campus and develop an innovative ecosystem to deliver impact for social benefit.

The portfolio for Rothamsted Enterprises includes 4 properties that accommodate office and lab space, including 35 tenants and creating 371 jobs. REL is currently working on further campus development with stakeholders as the existing buildings are near to capacity.

REL's Key strategic objectives are:

1. To ensure financial sustainability
2. To foster relationships on and offsite
3. To facilitate opportunities for collaboration and growth and deliver impact
4. To align ourselves with Government priorities

Our portfolio includes:

1. Office and Lab spaces to rent to start-up businesses.
2. A modern conference centre
3. A campus café
4. A Grade 1 listed Manor house

Our team culture is supportive, friendly, honest, hardworking, and ambitious. We have a strong commitment to learning and development, equality, and diversity. An attractive benefits package including 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, an additional leave day for your birthday, and a generous pension scheme, with salary sacrifice option. An attractive campus close to nature, offering walks and recreational activities - such as tennis courts and a small gym. The campus offers free parking and excellent transport links.