Finance & Accounts Assistant - Invoicing & Purchasing

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge’s Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the busy finance team. The role involves processing invoices, maintaining financial records, and assisting with purchasing and reporting within a small team.

Ideal candidates will have A-Levels, be working toward an AAT qualification, and bring experience in an accounts environment.

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent.
• Working towards an AAT qualification.
• Experience in an accounts environment.
• Ability to communicate at all levels and work to deadlines.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Administer accounts and maintain financial records within the Department.
• Process approximately 4,500 invoices per year totaling about £2M.
• Support grant income management of about £6M per year.
• Handle purchasing up to £5,000 and perform cash management, journal transfers, and accounting reports.
• Provide Stores cover during absences and assist with online ordering and goods receipting.

Skills

Finance/Accounts administration

Microsoft Office

Reporting tools

Communication

Deadline-driven

Education

A-Levels or equivalent

AAT qualification (in progress)

Job description

The University of Cambridge’s Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the busy finance team. The role involves processing invoices, maintaining financial records, and assisting with purchasing and reporting within a small team.

Ideal candidates will have A-Levels, be working toward an AAT qualification, and bring experience in an accounts environment.