Finance Officer
- Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid, 12-month Fixed Term Contract
- Location: University (specific location to be provided)
- Salary: Competitive
We are seeking a dedicated Finance Officer to join the Accounts Payable and Income Team at a prestigious university. This role is crucial for ensuring all accounting payments and receipts are accurately recorded and processed promptly. The successful candidate will provide a customer-focused service, handling income and debts efficiently and professionally.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Process invoices from suppliers and distribute them electronically to internal departments for progression.
- Administer day-to-day payments, ensuring timely processing.
- Liaise with customers, and external organisations regarding outstanding debt and funding, including issuing statements and written correspondence.
- Review and allocate payments received/issued by the organisation, maintaining accurate, complete, and up-to-date records and systems.
- Ensure payments comply with agreed organisations processes and regulations through liaison with staff.
- Communicate with suppliers to ensure accurate and timely processing of payments and refunds, resolving any issues.
- Provide efficient, effective, and customer-oriented service in person, by phone, and via email.
- Support the Income Team during enrolment and assist across the organisation as required.
- Offer support to the Accounts Payable and Income Teams as needed.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- A good standard of education, with at least 5 GCSEs including English and Maths, Grade A-C, or equivalent qualification.
- Proficient IT and spreadsheet skills, with proven use of Microsoft software (Excel and Word).
- A solid understanding of fundamental purchase ledger and sales ledger accounting principles.
- Experience working within an Accounts Payable Team.
- Experience in sales ledger administration duties.
- Familiarity with computerised systems and databases.
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- A Team player, who can manage their own busy workload.
- Organised and self-motivated.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Hybrid working model.
- Opportunity to work within an educational environment and contribute to the organisations financial operations.
To apply for the Finance Officer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this 12 month opportunity.