This post is a critical role, and as such, successful applicants will have responsibilities in the financial administration of the RiSC+ research project, including data analysis on research activities, Flexible Fund, KPI reporting and will assist the RiSC+ Network Manager in estimates and financial forecasts.
The post is part of the ReImagining Supply Chains Network Plus (RiSC+ Network) project, whose main aim is to model and reimagine supply chains across the UK in food, critical minerals and fashion. You will work alongside a mixed team of academics and Professional Services Staffs, managed by the RiSC+ Network Manager and supported by an admin role, to provide a range of professional financial services to academics, funding organisations and the Post-award Team on a range of activities related to the post-award financial management of the RiSC+ project.
About the person:
You will be responsible for the financial administration of the research project and will have responsibility to ensure that all terms and conditions are adhered to and that grant funding is maximised. The post-holder will also be responsible for a number of specific tasks including data analysis on research activity, Flexible Fund, KPI reporting and will assist the Network Manager in estimates and financial forecasts.
Essential Criteria:
- Relevant academic or vocational qualifications e.g. 2 A Levels or NVQ Level 3 in Accounting, Finance or equivalent OR Substantial relevant experience, in a Finance Officer role.
- Substantial experience working in a predominantly finance/accounting environment involved the financial coordination of complex grants/initiatives.
- Experience of preparing claims for funding from external organisations.
- Experience in data collation, analysis and the preparation of reports.
- Advanced skills and demonstrable experience in the production and use of complex spreadsheets and in setting up and using databases (i.e. using MS Access).
- Experience in using a large integrated financial management system.
- Experience in preparing for and managing audits.
To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information on our website.
Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding.
What we offer:
Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more on our website.
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