Are you an organised and proactive finance professional looking to play a key role in supporting one of the UK’s leading universities? The University of Manchester is seeking a Finance & Administration Officer to join our Estates Support team.
If you’re passionate about Financial Administration, enjoy working with modern technologies, and have an eye for detail, we’d love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Finance & Administration Officer, you’ll provide vital financial and administrative support across various units within the Estates Directorate.
Your role will focus on process improvement, through the use of emerging technologies and ensuring financial transactions are managed with precision and efficiency.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in Financial Administration and a commitment to excellent customer service to make a real impact within a world-class institution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process purchase invoices, manage requisitions, and handle the full ‘purchase to pay’ process. Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time.
• Assist in providing comprehensive financial reports and management information, including expenditure reports for long-term maintenance, small works, utilities, and more.
• Offer guidance on financial regulations, procedures, and purchasing policies to colleagues across the Directorate.
• Help business unit managers track and reconcile budgets, identify discrepancies, and provide corrective advice where necessary.
• Provide cross-unit support, ensuring that all areas of the Estates Directorate receive the assistance they need, particularly in the absence of other team members.
• Handle internal and external enquiries efficiently, offering excellent customer service at all times.

PLEASE NOTE, UNDER THE NEW IMMIGRATION RULES THIS ROLE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR SPONSORSHIP UNDER THE SKILLED WORKER ROUTE OF THE POINTS BASED SYSTEM. CANDIDATES WILL NEED TO BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE THEIR RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO TAKE UP THE POST.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here
Blended working arrangements may be considered
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