Location: ARU Chelmsford Campus
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Hours: 20 hours per week (flexible working pattern)
Contract Duration: Temporary contract until 28 August 2026

Application Process: Apply online with your up-to-date CV and a cover letter. This role is open to all candidates with purchae order experience.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join the Estates and Facilities Service at our Chelmsford campus. This temporary opportunity will provide valuable support to the Estates & Facilities Finance Team during a busy period, including assistance with year-end financial processes.

The successful candidate will deliver administrative and customer service support, helping to ensure the smooth running of financial operations while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Ideally we are looking for someone who has previous expereience of eductation finance department processing purchase orders.

Key Responsibilities

Provide administrative and customer service support to the Estates & Facilities Finance Team.
Manage and respond to enquiries received through the department inboxes.
Assist with financial year-end activities and processes.
Process purchase orders and match invoices for payment.
Maintain accurate financial and administrative records.
Support the team in delivering an efficient and professional service to internal and external stakeholders.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Previous experience using ARU system business world or similar education finance systems would be advantageous
Essential experience of working with purchase orders and invoice matching processes.
Previous experience in an administrative or finance support role.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Confidence using Microsoft Office applications and other business systems.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual looking to contribute to a busy finance team while gaining further experience in a professional services environment.

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