Finance Assistant - 0012-24

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Location:  

Bailrigg

Salary:  

£25,138 to £28,759 (Full time, indefinite)

Closing Date:  

Thursday 25 January 2024

Interview Date:  

Thursday 01 February 2024

Reference:  

0012-24

Please note: this job is only available to current employees of Lancaster University

An opportunity has arisen for a full time assistant within the Finance Division.

You will be working towards the AAT qualification with study included and day release, or hold an equivalent qualification.

The role holder will be responsible for reconciliation of the University bank accounts in any currency. Resolution of all queries in a timely manner and accuracy are an absolute must. Other duties include a rota system with colleagues for all payments to University suppliers by either BACS for sterling payments or online banking for international payments. The duties also include receipt checking of expense claims submitted by University staff, students and externals and helping them compile their claims if requested to do so. Ad hoc duties, in line with grading will also be expected.

The post holder will be part of a small and friendly team within the Finance Division and will be expected to work to strict deadlines.  Excellent customer service and a high degree of accuracy are also required of this role.

You will need excellent organisational and communication skills, a courteous and professional manner together with an enthusiasm for working in a busy, but friendly team environment.  An excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems is essential.

The post is full time – indefinite.

We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups.

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