We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to support the effective delivery of financial processes and reporting. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial administration, compliance, and continuous improvement within the department.
The position is set to commence ASAP and will be full-time for an initial duration of 12 weeks with a pay rate of £16.92 per hour + holiday pay
Key Duties:
- Process financial transactions in line with University procedures, ensuring timely and accurate system updates
- Act as a point of contact for financial queries, providing clear guidance on policies and procedures
- Prepare and distribute regular financial reports (weekly/monthly) to stakeholders
- Maintain accurate financial records, identifying and resolving discrepancies
- Support budget preparation, forecasting and management reporting through data gathering and analysis
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, funder requirements and audit standards
- Contribute to the development and improvement of departmental financial processes
- Participate in finance user groups and support sustainable and cost-effective financial practices
Selection Criteria:
- Experience in a finance-related role
- AAT qualified or working towards qualification (or equivalent experience)
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Good communication skills, able to explain financial processes clearly
- Experience interpreting financial policies
- Strong IT skills, including use of finance systems and Excel for analysis and reporting
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team
Vacancy ID: 22245
Please be aware that all candidates need to be able to start work immediately and must be able to work on site if required to do so.
Further information can about the Temporary Staffing Service can be found on our website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/temporary-staffing-service