Executive Administration Officer (Finance)

Are you passionate about finance and looking to make a meaningful impact in higher education? We are seeking a skilled and motivated Finance Support Officer to join our dynamic Executive Support Team within the School of Agriculture, Policy, and Development (SAPD).

In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality financial and administrative support, ensuring that the School's financial operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will be a key player in enhancing our services, developing new processes, and implementing service improvements to support both internal colleagues and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Administration: Perform day-to-day financial tasks, including approving and raising requisitions, authorizing orders, processing BIF journal transfers, and handling queries related to school accounts.
• Financial Reporting: Assist the Executive Administration Manager with regular financial reporting, helping to resolve queries, correct errors, and provide financial guidance to budget holders.
• Research Grant Support: Act as the first point of contact for research grant holders, offering support in liaising with Research and Costings, providing monthly financial analysis, and ensuring accurate financial projections.

You will have:

• Strong Financial Administration Experience: Demonstrated expertise in financial administration, including experience with financial systems, budget monitoring, and end-of-year financial procedures.
• Understanding of University Systems: A solid understanding of university financial policies, procedures, and systems, with the ability to effectively communicate and implement these within the school.
• Attention to Detail and Analytical Skills: Proven ability to manage complex financial data with high accuracy, identify discrepancies, and propose improvements to existing processes.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team at the forefront of financial operations in a prestigious academic setting. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to contribute to the ongoing success of our School.

Application Process:

To enable the panel to make a decision on your application, please ensure you complete the supporting statement. You should provide relevant examples demonstrating your experience relating to the job description and person specification and give details of why you are interested in this role. You may find the STAR method useful. More information here The STAR method | National Careers Service.

See the Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Please note that this is a re-advert, therefore candidates who have previously applied for this job need not re-apply.

Application closing date: 22 January 2025

Interviews will be held: TBC

Candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.  

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.