Finance Clerk - Accounts Receivable (Temporary Cover)

About Us

At ICE, we are dedicated to enabling lifelong learning and widening access to higher education. As part of the University of Cambridge, we design and deliver short courses, degree and postgraduate and qualifications across a broad range of disciplines. Our mission is to empower learners from diverse backgrounds and provide education for students at all stages of life. Based at the stunning Madingley Hall, a Grade I listed building with Capability Brown-designed gardens, we also host conferences and events, offering a blend of academic and cultural experiences.

The Role

We are seeking to appoint an Accounts Clerk who will report directly to the Finance Manager providing processing and administrative support to the wider finance team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing and reconciling receivable income from the Institute and commercial Hall operations  
• Raising Customer invoices/ credit notes 
• Processing casual wages/overtime payments/Tutor Payments 
• Monitoring & chasing debtors 
• Contributing to other duties suitable for the grade and ensuring the finance office is covered during periods of leave.

Your Skills and Experience

We're looking for someone who:

• Is highly skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). 
• Has excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills. 
• Demonstrates professionalism, attention to detail, and adaptability. 
• Can handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion. 
• Works well in a small team but also with colleagues across the institute. 

Knowledge of university systems or similar organisational structures would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Join Us?

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

• Generous leave: 36 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays. (pro rata)
• Pension schemes: Defined benefits to support your future.
• Flexibility: Hybrid working options available.
• Well-being: Family-friendly initiatives and health support.
• Professional growth: Career development opportunities across the University of Cambridge and beyond.
• Additional perks: Discounts on shopping, public transport loans, and more.

This is a part-time role (29.2 hours/week, 0.8 FTE), office-based for 40% of contracted hours, these arrangements are subject to change and will not form part of the contractual terms.

Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term for 12 months or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

For informal enquiries, please contact Emma Crompton, Finance Manager elc83@cam.ac.uk

Questions about the application process may be directed to: HR@ICE.cam.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 11th February 2025 

Interview Date: 27th February 2025

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

Please quote reference EA44824 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.

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