Systems Accounting Assistant

University of Plymouth; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Systems Accounting Assistant to enhance finance systems and processes. This part-time role offers a flexible working arrangement, requiring on-site presence 3 days a week. Ideal candidates will have experience in finance IT systems, strong analytical skills, and excellent teamwork abilities. The position runs until December 31, 2026, and provides a competitive benefits package including generous leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Development opportunities

Enhanced family leave

Flexible working

Retailer discounts

On-site nursery

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve finance systems and processes.
• Analyse data and provide actionable insights.
• Test system updates and implement improvements.
• Collaborate across teams to achieve shared goals.

Skills

Experience in a finance environment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Tools

Unit4

Job description

Are you detail-oriented, tech‑savvy, and passionate about delivering excellent customer service? We’re looking for a Systems Accounting Assistant to support the development and delivery of efficient, customer‑focused finance systems and processes.

About the role

Reporting to the Finance Systems Manager you will:

• Maintain and improve finance systems and processes
• Analyse data and provide actionable insights
• Test system updates and implement improvements
• Collaborate across teams to achieve shared goals

For this role, you will need to be on site 3 days a week. Although we can accommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on‑site will be expected due to business needs.

This is a part‑time position working 30 hours per week on a fixed‑term basis until 31 December 2026 to cover a period of absence.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Steven Piper: by email at [e-mail]

Please note: We’re currently unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, we welcome all applicants, as other visa options may be available.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a finance environment and working with financial IT systems (e.g., Unit4)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Application Process

Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.

Anticipated Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 19 January 2026

Our Offer

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.

When joining us, you will receive:

• Generous annual leave: 25* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part‑time) plus Bank Holidays* & Closure Days*
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On‑site nursery

*Pro rata if part‑time/fixed‑term contract

Additional Information

The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter.