Arts University Plymouth is looking for a dedicated and organised Finance Assistant to join our university’s finance team, on a fixed-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys numbers, accuracy, and supporting financial operations in a busy and dynamic environment. You’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of our day-to-day finance functions, working closely with colleagues to maintain accurate financial information and meet key reporting deadlines.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, detail-focused and enjoys working as part of a small team. You will be:

• Experienced in finance administration
• Able to use the Google Suite, databases such as Excel, manage emails and ideal have experience in accounting systems
• Confident working in busy office environments with the skills to prioritise to meet deadlines
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with customers, suppliers, students and staff at all levels.
• Focused on accuracy, attention to detail and integrity, demonstrating flexibility, the ability to multitask, and an approachable, helpful manner.

About The Role:

As Finance Assistant, you will:

• process invoices, maintain financial records, assist with reconciliations, and support budget tracking.
• work closely with the Assistant Accountant and wider finance team, ensuring all activity is compliant with financial controls and audit requirements.
• deal with queries regarding card payments, process card payments into the finance system, and complete reconciliation
• ensure timely and correct processing of Accounts Payable payments, reconciliation of supplier statements and the associated General Ledger reconciliations.

In return you’ll receive:

• 15 (FTE 25) days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, and closure efficiency days
• Access to a supportive, extensive Employee Assistance Programme including 10 sessions of counselling, Menopause support, Life & Leadership Coaching, Legal Advice, and Financial Coaching
• Enrolment onto a generous Local Government scheme, subject to scheme eligibility
• Additional benefits such as a cycle to work scheme, discounted bus tickets, education sector retail offers, local gym discounts, and a staff discount site with savings of up to 10% on the high street