Accounts Assistant

There is an exciting opportunity to join the Central and Research Accounting department, within the Universitys Finance Division, as an Accounts Assistant. The team has overall responsibility for the accounting operations of the University and its subsidiaries, and for providing related guidance to the Schools and Departments across the University.

In this role, you will support the production of the Universitys statutory financial statements and monthly management information, focussing on the Fixed Assets, Inventory, Projects, and key General Ledger balances. You will also lead on transaction processing for several University subsidiaries, ensuring timely and accurate financial activity.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the collegiate University within the Finance Division, Colleges, departments, the Research Office, CUDAR, and with auditors to maintain strong financial controls and high-quality reporting.

The role includes coverage of the finance helpdesks, supporting users on ad hoc queries, within the Central and Research Accounting team, with particular focus on the General Ledger, Fixed Asset, Inventory, and Grants. This role leads on the responsibility for the general ledger, creating new codes and ensuring setups are correct. You will help ensure the integrity of financial records, reconcile key modules to the General Ledger, and contribute to the year-end audit of the University and its subsidiaries.

AAT Level 4 training support is available with this role.

The role holder will be part of a diverse team, working within a busy office environment, so you must be able to prioritise and work to tight deadlines. Proficiency in using Windows based packages and experience in finance administration are essential. Knowledge of Oracle Financials would be advantageous.

The University offers an excellent benefit package including:

• 36 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Defined benefits pension schemes
• Flexible working options
• Family-friendly initiatives
• Career development opportunities
• Support for health and mental wellbeing
• Discounts on shopping
• Rental deposit scheme
• Public transport season ticket loans
• Tax-efficient bicycle and charity-giving schemes

The University is supportive of hybrid working, where some work is undertaken on University premises and some in a remote working environment. The aim of our approach is to enable as many staff as possible to work in a hybrid way if they wish and where their role allows. This arrangement is subject to change and will not form a part of the contractual terms of the role. 

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment and a security check.

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

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure and a security check.

If you would like more information about this role, informal enquiries can be directed by email to James Edwards, Accountant, Central and Research Accounting at  james.edwards@admin.cam.ac.uk

If you have any questions the application process, please contact a Recruitment Administrator at finhr_recruitment@admin.cam.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is 24 March 2026. The interviews are planned for 01 April 2026.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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