Finance Coordinator

CamWebDir; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cambridge is seeking a Finance Coordinator to join the Faculty of Economics. The role involves administering accounts, maintaining financial records, and supporting the finance team across Economics and History.

You will coordinate financial information, provide accounting guidance, and work to tight deadlines with strong communication and teamwork. A full accounting qualification (AAT diploma) is required and experience in a similar role is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar accounts position.
• Proven ability to use Microsoft Office and financial software & reporting tools.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer accounts and maintain financial records.
• Coordinate and administer financial information and services.
• Provide accounting information to support the Senior Finance Coordinator and budget holders.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Financial software

Reporting tools

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Prioritisation

Education

Accounting/Financial AAT diploma

Job description

# Finance CoordinatorUUniversity of CambridgeCB2 1TNvia University of CambridgePosted 25 Sep 2026Apply on cam.ac.uk →The Faculty of Economics wishes to appoint a full time Finance Coordinator. The role will be based in the Faculty of Economics but will work as part of a wider team based across Economics and History.The Faculty of Economics at the University of Cambridge is one of the leading and longest standing economics faculties in Europe. We are a dynamic, friendly and exciting place to work, and we have approximately 100 staff members and we maintain and grow our global reputation for outstanding academic achievement and world-class original research.Working as part of an established accounts team, you will undertake the administration of accounts and maintain financial records within the Faculty of Economics in order to provide a high-quality accounting function, and ensure the Faculty remains compliant with the University's financial regulations, and adheres to University financial procedures at all times.This is a varied role with a wide range of accounting administration responsibilities being undertaken. You will be responsible for coordinating and administration of financial information and services in order to contribute to the management of the Faculty's finances and resources. You will ensure the prompt and accurate provision of accounting information and guidance to support the Senior Finance Coordinator, Faculty Chair and budget holders.You should have experience in a similar accounts position and be able to demonstrate confidence using Microsoft Office and financial software and reporting tools. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills and be flexible and adaptable in your approach to work. You will possess the ability to prioritise efficiently and meet rigid deadlines on a regular basis. You will posses strong people skills and an ability to work as a team. You will be fully qualified with an Accounting/Financial AAT (professional diploma).Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Informal enquiries about the role may be directed to HR ([e-mail]).Please quote reference JH51188 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.