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Administration & Finance Officer (12-month FTC)

Job Posted: 4 hours ago

  • Salary: £ 29,000 - 35,000 / Annum

    Job Type: Contract

  • Location: Oxford

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Administration & Finance Officer (12-month FTC) Are you organised and detail-focused, looking to develop your career in higher education administration and finance? This role offers you the chance to support a vital university department during a key period of transformation, enhancing your skills and experience within a renowned institution. In this dynamic position, you will play a crucial part in ensuring day-to-day financial and administrative functions run smoothly. You will gain valuable insight into university finances and stakeholder management, working closely with multiple budget holders and internal teams. This is an ideal opportunity to contribute to a prestigious organisation and build your expertise in finance systems and administration. Administration & Finance Officer Responsibilities This position will involve, but will not be limited to: Supporting financial processes and procedures to ensure accurate and timely transactions, aligning with university policies and contributing to financial compliance. Managing and maintaining financial systems, including Oracle R12, to ensure data accuracy and support effective reporting. Collaborating with budget holders at all levels, providing guidance on financial policies and supporting their budgeting needs. Assisting with confidential matters and exercising tact and discretion in handling sensitive information. Preparing reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholder requests, ensuring clarity and precision. Organising workload to meet deadlines efficiently, displaying meticulous attention to detail and excellent organisational and resourcing skills. Administration & Finance Officer Rewards Full-time fixed-term contract for 12 months. Great benefits including 38 days holiday (including bank holidays), access to university gardens, colleges, and museums, and discounts at the sports centre. Pension scheme contributions of up to 10% Employer contributions, enhancing your future security. Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a prestigious university environment. The Company Our client is a respected higher education institution committed to excellence in teaching and research. It values the contribution of its staff, encourages professional growth, and promotes a diverse and inclusive community. The organisation prides itself on its long-term vision to advance knowledge and societal impact through innovative scholarship and collaboration. Administration & Finance Officer Experience Essentials Relevant experience in administration and finance within a busy office environment. Proficiency with financial information systems, particularly Oracle R12 or similar. Strong understanding of financial policies, procedures, and interpretation. Proven track record of managing confidential information with tact and discretion. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and produce high-standard work. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to explain financial processes clearly and effectively. GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics at grade C or above. Preferably prior work experience within a Higher Education office environment. Location This is a hybrid role, primarily based in central Oxford, with a flexible mix of three days onsite and two days remote. While there is no car parking available, excellent public transport links make access straightforward.  Action If you would like to find out more about this excellent opportunity, then please apply online today! We will review and respond to all applications. This role requires a January start. VISA sponsorship is not available and so please ensure you are able to commit until the end of Dec 2026 without requiring sponsorship during the length of the contract.  "INDBOOST" Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn

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