Finance Assistant (Part Time)

Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious university department in Cambridge seeks a part-time Finance Assistant to support accounts payable and finance functions. This role involves raising invoices, assisting with financial processes, and requires A level education or equivalent experience. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential. The position offers a collaborative environment and is a great opportunity to advance your finance career.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounts-based role, including use of accountancy software packages and reporting tools.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisation skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Raise customer invoices and perform credit control procedures.
• Assisting with month-end, half year-end and year-end processes.
• Supporting day-to-day finance operations and reporting tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Experience with accountancy software

Education

A level standard/AAT level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Department of Earth Sciences is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Finance Assistant to join our friendly Finance team.

Based in Central Cambridge, you will work closely with another Finance Assistant to support the department's Accounts Payable and expenses functions. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to further their finance career in a varied and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Raise customer invoices and perform credit control procedures
• Assisting with month-end, half year-end and year-end processes
• Supporting day to day finance operations and reporting tasks

Qualifications

• Educated to A level standard/AAT level 3 or have equivalent practical experience
• Experience in an accounts-based role, including use of accountancy software packages and reporting tools
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organisation skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines

Details

• Role: part-time at 0.6FTE
• Reporting: to the Finance Co-ordinator; collaborate with Finance team, Research Grants team, and colleagues across the department, including academics, professional services staff and students
• Location: Central Cambridge

Application

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to James Boyce at ([e-mail]). Further information regarding the role can be found in the Further Particulars. We hope to hold interviews w/c 27 October 2025. Please quote reference LB47261 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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.