Chelmsford or Cambridge campus

(The post holder will nominate a home campus and will be required to work at other University sites on occasion.)

35 hours per week (flexibility required)

£ 25,695.46 per annum

It's an exciting time to join the team at ARU Students' Union! Due to the expansion of the team, we're recruiting a Finance Assistant. In this role, you'll play an essential role working with the Finance Team and supporting departmental managers in the effective delivery of projects. You will also provide financial support to the Finance Manager, Chief Executive and Managers, and to act as first point of contact for financial administration and queries.

What you'll be doing:

• Co-ordinate daily banking sheets and ensure financial documentation, including invoices, is accurate and submitted daily.
• Check all cashing up sheets match the till reports and ensure there are no discrepancies.
• Ensure the completion of the daily banking for all campuses.
• Liaise with University Finance over any amendments to daily banking sheets.
• Monitor the sale of tickets, through the website and via ticket sellers.
• Process all financial transactions (shop sales, clubs and societies, petty cash, PDQ’s etc.) and maintain accurate and up to date records.
• Assist in the annual budget process for the whole Students’ Union.
• Follow all financial procedures fully.
• Ensure the club and society accounts are updated with all income and expenditure on a regular basis.
• Provide support to managers with monthly reconciliation of departmental accounts in line with approved budgets.
• Monitor transaction reports in conjunction with monthly accounts for all departments, raising queries with managers and following up with Finance as required.

What we're looking for:

• Excellent verbal, written communication and numeracy skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of people from different teams.
• Effective organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements.

Skills that will help you:

• Keen eye for detail
• Patience, enthusiasm, ability to motivate others
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage time and prioritise skills

Where will you be working?

Chelmsford or Cambridge campus. (The post holder will nominate a home campus and will be required to work at other University sites on occasion.)

Why work for us?

• Flexible working opportunities
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 40 days per year for full time staff, including Christmas closure and bank holidays)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Discount schemes

About ARU Students’ Union

ARU Students’ Union represents students at ARU across campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, Writtle and London. In addition, we provide a range of services; academic and welfare advice, support to students running societies and volunteering opportunities in and around the campuses. Whilst we play an important student representative role that sometimes sees us challenge the University, we work closely with them and support areas of delivery within their strategy.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment, and we encourage applications from all members of the community.

How do I apply?

To apply for this role, you will need to complete an online application form. If you require an alternative format for accessibility reasons, please email recruitment@angliastudent.com.

For a full job description, please click here: Finance Assistant JD

We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.

The closing date for this role is: Wednesday 29th January 2025. Interviews will be held during the week commencing the 10th of February 2025.