Finance Assistant, Bishop Grosseteste University

Permanent, part-time position (18.5 hours per week, work pattern to be discussed with successful candidate)

Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) is located on a beautifully green and pleasant campus just a few minutes’ walk from Lincoln Cathedral, Castle, and the old Roman city. Our story began in the 1860s as an Anglican teacher training college for women, which makes us one of the oldest Higher Education Institutions in the UK. Since then, we've grown, adapted, and modernised to become the thriving university we are today. We're still experts in teaching and education, but we've now got a wider portfolio of exciting degree courses than ever before. We currently offer courses in a wide range of subjects, from Undergraduate Degree level to PhD, and much more in between. 

We are looking to appoint a Finance Assistant. The role will work as part of the finance team and reports to the Head of Finance. This is an opportunity to gain experience in financial operations and support the finance department in various tasks. You will join a small and friendly finance team in a busy environment. A flexible approach to working is essential within this busy team.

You will be responsible for the processing of invoices, recording all supplier transactions, managing queries and analysis of purchasing information as well as assisting with bank reconciliations. You will aide the Tuition Fees Officer with processing of sales invoices, credit control and chasing of student debts and processing receipts onto the student record system. There will also be the opportunity to assist the team with other ad-hoc duties. 

Ideally, you will have excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel. While finance experience is not essential, you must be willing to learn, have excellent communication skills and attention to detail. 

BGU offers a generous employee benefits package including:

25 days holiday for Grades 1-635 days holiday for Grades 7+Various pension scheme options including a Teachers Pension scheme offering up to 23.68% Employer Contribution, and BG Flex (a private pension scheme managed by Aviva) offering a 10% employer contribution and the employee contributions are voluntary and flexible.Cycle to Work Scheme Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including face to face counselling sessionsAgile Working Scheme to support employees work-life balance

Please direct informal enquiries to Amy Hare, amy.hare@bishopg.ac.uk

Closing Date: 03 Apr 2025 Category: Professional/Support