Senior Finance Administrator – Grants & Accounts

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Cambridge, based at the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, seeks a Senior Accounts Clerk to support finance operations across a large, research-active department. The role covers purchasing, AP/AR, research grants and general ledger activity, with system support and cross-team collaboration.

Applicants should be well-organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing deadlines. Proficiency in Excel/SharePoint is expected; familiarity with Oracle Fusion or iProcurement is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy accounts environment with accuracy and timeliness.
• Good communication and organisational skills; attention to detail is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and SharePoint; willingness to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee purchasing, accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Manage financial records for research grants and core budgets.
• Maintain general ledger activity and supporting finance system users.
• Collaborate with academic, research and professional services colleagues; liaise with WBIC.
• Ensure compliance with University procedures and deadlines.

Skills

Accounts experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

SharePoint

Tools

iProcurement

Oracle Fusion

Job description

University of Cambridge, based at the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, seeks a Senior Accounts Clerk to support finance operations across a large, research-active department. The role covers purchasing, AP/AR, research grants and general ledger activity, with system support and cross-team collaboration.

Applicants should be well-organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing deadlines. Proficiency in Excel/SharePoint is expected; familiarity with Oracle Fusion or iProcurement is a plus.