Finance Coordinator

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Coordinator to manage financial administration for the University of Cambridge. This 2-year fixed-term role involves responsibilities such as reconciliations, reporting, invoice processing, and advising department leaders. Ideal candidates will have experience in finance roles, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Excel. The position offers a hybrid working model and generous benefits including 36 days annual leave.

Benefits

Hybrid working

36 days annual leave

Defined benefits pension schemes

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Family-friendly initiatives

Support for health & mental wellbeing

Discounts on shopping

Rental deposit scheme

Public transport season ticket loans

Tax-efficient bicycle and charity-giving schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounts role is essential.
• Familiarity with reporting tools and accounting systems is important.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage reconciliations and reporting activities.
• Process invoices and manage payroll duties.
• Advise budget holders and Heads of Departments.
• Contribute to process reviews and general accounts administration.

Skills

Experience in relevant accounts role

Knowledge of reporting tools

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of accounting systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Pure are delighted to be partnering with the University of Cambridge to recruit a Finance Coordinator role. This role is backfilling someone who is moving onto their multi-year finance transformation project. This role is for a 2 year fixed term period within the School of Humanities and Social Science, based on Mill Lane in Central Cambridge.

The purpose of the role will be to co-ordinate Finance administration services, to contribute to the management of Departmental/Unit finances.

Responsibilities

• Reconciliations
• Reporting activities and month end accounts preparation
• Invoice processing and payments
• Payroll duties
• Advising budget holders and Heads of Departments
• Contributing to the review of processes and procedures
• General accounts administration

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have experience within a relevant accounts role, knowledge of reporting tools, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• You will also have strong knowledge of accounting systems, and be proficient in your use of Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• 36 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Defined benefits pension schemes
• Flexible working options
• Family-friendly initiatives
• Career development opportunities
• Support for health & mental wellbeing
• Discounts on shopping
• Rental deposit scheme
• Public transport season ticket loans
• Tax-efficient bicycle and charity-giving schemes

This role would suit someone looking to apply and develop their financial knowledge and skillset, with the benefit of being involved in an exciting period of change throughout the University.

Application information

The closing date for applications is 19 September 2025 with interview dates to be confirmed for Friday 26th September 2025. 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.

For further information, please call Jamie at Pure on (phone number removed)